Finally a great luxury SUV? (Lexus NX 2022 review)

just ordered 350h 2wd sport luxury. Dealer told me that the delivery time will be 5-7 months. by compere both f sport and sport luxury, i chose sport luxury as my wife will be main driver for this car. we not doing any off road, so 2 wd is more than enough for us. Too bad that you need AWD to get package. and do not want spend 5k for awd plus 3 another 3k for moon roof.

Great review. Not having seen your review, I went on to buy a NX250 with a little push from my son who wanted me to buy a luxury car have come to the end of my working career, but found it needs extra rev to keep going as you mention. Fully concur with your comment. I had moved for VW Golf with a turbo engine to this (NX 250) and certainly noted the difference.
As you said the NX350h seem the best having done a test drive. Now having already bought the NX250 , I went on to book the 350h, 2WD with trade in of the NX250 which I must say is a great car and it is one you get used to after a few thousand Km. The AWD was too pricey for me. Thanks again for great review on the NX.
Will add my comments after I get my NX350h, 2WD!

I care about height and entry/exit. SUVs are increasingly lowering the roof level for the sake of fuel efficiency, so it starts to feel more like a station wagon than an SUV, which defeats the purpose. I like the NX but it looks like you have to squeeze yourself through the doorway to get in and out of it.

Please drive the nissan epower e4orce and tell wich you like better. I am buying one of those, dont decide jet!.

Really considering the 350h but in South Africa they are like hen's teeth - literally bringing in 5 at a time which are pre-sold. Fortunately I have 12 months before I purchase so no urgency. I'm torn between the new GLC or NX... Any views would be welcome🙏

Thanks for the great review. After a lot of research, I had settled on the NX 350H. Unfortunately, Lexus Australia now has a 2 year wait for new NX orders. The dealership I spoke to in Sydney said 2021 orders were still not fulfilled. Poor form by Lexus.

Ordered NX350h EP2. Now for the wait.....

i loved your review man

Damn this was a comprehensive review. You’re really good at this 👍🏼

What is the general feeling regarding run flat tyres with no spare. Are they absolutely necessary considering the extra cost?

Had a chat with Lexus this morning. Wait time is 3 YEARS.

The Lexus NX competes in the Compact Premium SUV segment. According to data collected from verified new-vehicle buyers for the J.D. Power 2021 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, 59 percent of new Lexus NX buyers are female (vs. 47 percent for the segment), and the median age of an NX buyer is 61 years (vs. 60).

Tom looks so good

Great review! How does it compare to Genesis GV70?

Admittedly a little late to the party but quoted a 2 year wait today at a Lexus dealership in Melbourne… 😮😮😮

Test drove the 350h , loved it but got told 2 year wait and does not lock in price even if we sign the contract today. Sadly we walked away and the shopping continues

I like Lexus exterior and interior except the how they set up the dash- the screen is like an afterthought, “let’s stick a big screen here”. They should make the whole front dash to look they are made on purpose, this one looks like an old dash with pasted on stuff.

The wait time for an NX is now 20-24 months according to my local Dealer

…..Glad you LOVE this car...........I own the 2022 450h+ F sport..Note the Heads Up display on the windshield W/14” Crystal clear display on both, alone makes the Lexus better........Mine is In Atomic Silver Glows in the Sun Light with Lil" grey metal flake" and same Circut Red interior.. but with Electric battery...Has 306 Horse power 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (Via Road and track at drag strip!.) This model DOES- NOT have a TURBO...But rather, a Naturally aspirated / Carb...........(important because it is well known that TURBOS stress engines)...simply said: see euro cars shop time!....this car combines the Elec Batt and engine to achieve 89 miles per Gallon in Hybred mode with HIGH torq, And VERY quick out of the hole...Jus' blew the doors off a 735i beemer...albeit for only a block ...( I am no dummy a V will eventually pass many cars in the long dist. (in all fairness)

......However, who cares the thrill is initial take off and tickets are for high speed & SPEED...Kill's! My car has Red Calipers against Powder coated Gloss spoke Black mags and All red "F" Sport Badges........ FAR better built than euro's (mine built in Japan) sadly, new releases are now being made in Canada! Like USA Union shops...no one gets fired for a hang over and bad work??? maybe)..... However, Lexus is Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale that Euro beemers or mercedes.......indeed mine has Gone UP in price...Not many cars you can find Like that!... IF YOU CAN FIND ONE ANYWHERE do grab it!......"econ 101".....Has (3) elec. motors gett'n 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (road and track) HIGH torque QUICK out of Hole!......Never do I use gas..... gett'n 43 miles per 120 Volt charge (real world driving my experience.) and NEVER USE GAS....and almost Silent operation in elec....So do your research......as this is Far better than any European beemer or mercedes that are depreciating the moment you drive off the lot BIG TIME! And are un- reliable offering to say nothing of the GAS HOG unproven G 70, & RDX not worth mentioning. Z Best of the BEST F Sport 450h+ !

….One more thing, Jus' a heads up!......My wife drives the RX 2020 model...Consider putting Michelins on your NX 450h+ F Sport......Far and away EVEN a much smoother ride Much better ride than the HARD Run Flat Bridgestones that come stock. Carry a Batt. quality inflator ( DeWalt 20V MAX Corded/Cordless Air Inflator ) and string tar impregnated rope insert-er and Do-Not wait for AAA.

I don't think 20" wheels are necessary for this type of car.

I’m getting my NX350h Redline, Palomino interior Premium package in 2 months. Can’t wait to have it.

Great review as always. Like the look of the NX exterior and interior. I've owned 5 Lexus in the past. Decided to give GLC a try and now GV70 3.5T since January. Hope to back to Lexus at some point.

For me Lexus has been about comfortable quiet, high build quality and luxury materials cars.

Unfortunately a bunch of journalists told the owner of Lexus his cars were boring to look and drive and so this what we now have: A base "luxury" model that rides the best but lacks premium materials and luxury features, an F-sport that has the most advanced suspension but rides on massive wheels and run-flats that undo the ride quality, and a Sports Luxury that gives you the luxury but rides the worst of all 3 models. Oh and the hideous spindle grill, I won't go there.

About to pull the trigger on a white nova NX350H F sport EP2...sitting at the negotiating table for 89,400 drive away with 3 years free servicing and window tinting. Worth pushing for more or would you be happy with that? Hard to tell how far I can push it with the current market.

$67k? No not worth it for the top of the line one. Might as well go for RX450/350 then.

Another solid review, thanks Tom. I just ordered my 350H AWD last week however there is quite a lengthy wait time (I was told 5-6 months by the dealer).

I understand Lexus provides 10 years on their batteries. Is it true those batteries will need to be replaced every 4-5 yrs? and this could cost a fortune? I’m planning on holding onto my NX for around 4 yrs. Give or take

I initially had my eyes on the NX350. However. it is a pity they only come in the F-Sports which is roughly $10k above the luxury trim. I have found the hybrid (in AWD) to be responsive and agile enough during my test drive. I’ve taken it for a good spin on the highways as well as the suburban roads. As this will be my first hybrid, I’m really hoping I have made the right move transitioning into the hybrid land.

I mainly do highway driving so I might not see that level of fuel efficiency when compared with city driving and the endless start and stop traffic during peak hour.

I’m saying that, I’m really looking forward to see how the hybrids performs in the country roads (where I’m based)

Thanks again for the great review Tom!

Tom, great review as always. I test drove the 350h front wheel drive F Sport & the wife & I loved it. Considering the AWD for the extra 5K. What I would like to mention & maybe for you to include in the cost of ownership is the tyres especially the 235/50R/20 alenza’s. I have enquired with Bridgestone & other tyre suppliers & this tyre to date has not been released in Australia as yet. The only tyre that suits is the Pirelli P Zero at $594/tyre. Being RFT getting a puncture this of course needs to be replaced & cannot be repaired so I thought I needed to look into this further as a cost to consider.
Thanks again for your reviews as I find them always informative & engaging 👌

Confusing 😂

Overpriced, small and ugly. The base engine is basically a slow RAV 4 or getting the 350 will run you over 60k in Canada. Save yourself 13k and get the base Acura RDX. It's bigger, looks better, comes loaded and it's engine is comparable to the 350.

Hi Tom,
Great review - thanks to this video it put me over the edge! I placed my order in today!

No spare is a serious omission. Automatically strikes this off the list which is a shame.

Ashy you just covered the seat question, sorry forget previous comment.
Lovely review btw 👌

Don know if I am correct or not but I thought the interior was NOT LEATHER, instea it is a man made product that emulates leather. Have I dreamed it ?

Lexus simply dont look good . Look at Audi Q5 !! That looks great

In terms of self-charing capability, is the NX450h different from NX350h? For very long trip, is there any chance that the battery in NX450h is completely used up even in HV mode?

Had a look at one the other day, after sitting in it, I changed my mind on getting a Volvo V60 to the 350h Sports Luxury, absolutely fantastic car, will be looking at putting an order in as soon as possible, regards, Andy from Adelaide.

Great car.❤

Boot space segment needed an actual view of the boot space, IMO :) Good review otherwise!

Does the 350h continuously take the regular 87 octane gas without damaging the engine ?
i am torn between the 250 & 350h. My concern is about the gas octane rating. Thank you

I've been seriously looking at this car and here they start at 39k and to out low 50s.

Last Saturday my wife and I put a deposit on a 350h F Sport with the Enhancement Pack 2.
We thought we’d be different and got the Cobalt Mica paint and the Flare Red interior.
It’s going to look different that’s for sure!
5 month wait and very excited!

Hi there. I wanna know wether the f sport is worse at confort than the non f sport thx

It seems some manufacturers are sh****ng on the Australian market with some of these missing features at stupid prices, yet they are available in overseas markets

Why is it so much more expensive than here in America?

You stopped me at "just a tyre sealant repair kit across the range".
No spare = no dice in Australia thanks Lexus. 🙃

Tom, your reviews are reaching a new level of sophistication and articulation with this review. I hope all the motoring companies are taking notice of the awesome work of your channel. 👍🏼🤙🏼👍🏼

I love Lexus, all of them but LFA remains my favorite exotic sports car. LX600 is the one I want for my daily drive.

Thorough and articulate review as usual. Can I ask you, Tom, having driven both the 350H and 450H+, do you feel the 350H is better value for money (all things considered). Many thanks

Just wondering the backseats are they as spacious as the GLC or X3? I tried the 2018 version compared to the merc and bmw, they were a lot less roomier