2024 Lexus NX (inc. 0-100, braking & autonomy) review

The Lexus NX has been one of Lexus’ most popular models, but there is a massive wait on the hybrid. So should you go for the more cost effective non-hybrid version, which is in stock at the moment?

Skip Ahead:
Intro: 00:00
Exterior: 01:02
Interior: 03:17
Infotainment: 04:49
Safety Tech: 06:10
Practicality: 06:47
On the Road: 10:08
Driver aids: 16:54
Performance: 18:20
Verdict: 21:15

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Paul Maric:

[VH-gwqi]

Onto my third Lexus, current one a NX 200t sports luxury AWD which I’ve had for 4 years … comfortable, quiet, reliable, economical to run as in servicing, a surprisingly quick car .. very practical to live with 👌

[yslee]

I had this base model since March 2022. Bought it under novated lease which fits in perfectly for my tax bracket for a 3 year repayment period to maximise tax benefits. Family loves the quiet & soft especially at highway speeds. Perhaps the run flat tyres are a bit too bumpy on city roads. Will change them to normal Michelins when they wear out

[GEE]

Lexus will always be better than any European or Korean car . Reliability and build quality.

[swedishbob_]

Just took delivery of my NX 350h FWD... great vehicle, only ho hum is the flat run tyres

[karkybibek]

I got my 450h 3 mths back after 18 mths wait, 450 h is just amazing, it was worth wait.

[zajjj]

Great review Paul! I bought the NX 350 AWD with the 2.4T engine. Should be delivered within the next couple of months. I hated the CVT transmission in the hybrids - too much cabin noise and sounds like someone riding the clutch constantly!

[mikebedford]

Great review. Great car too. I have the 450h+ on order for delivery in the next 3 months. I'm ok with the wait because the car is so good.

[petermercer]

If it was an AWD and not an FWD I would be interested.

[aussie]

I considered this but I thought you and other reviewers said this 4 cylinder was under powered to a point it’s best avoided. I went for a top spec CX-5 turbo instead.

[RCooper]

Thanks for doing the driver aids section for your car reviews! Question: Does the Lexus NX allow Lane Tracing Assist to be turned on independantly of the dynamic cruise control?

Thanks!

[joelcarterramadge]

Not sure if its just on video, but the proportions of this seems a bit off. Windows look too small and bonnet and front too heavy, wonder if this is because of the relation to the squarer RAV4.

[JayGo]

front Halogen turn signals😮, while rear ones are LEDs, why Lexus

[keithmatthias]

Looked seriously at one of these instead of a Rav4. Really dislike CVT’s and Toyota only have an 8 speed torque converter box in the 2, 5 VX. The Lexus has a good maintenance plan here whereas Toyota only offer a service plan. But the run flats were the dealbreaker. No ways in South Africa with our poor roads, including in urban areas, was I prepared to chance it. Only a matter of time before landing up on a flatbed!

[Charis_Cheng]

Can you please still give it a punch down the back straight and show us the speedo and the rev counter even when it's dry (just for a little bit)?

[Gopinathk]

There is literally no luxury car as reliable as Lexus.

[yumistaspot]

Hey Paul,
I just have a question in relation to the 80 to 120 times in your reviews.
Is there an industry standard for this test? I completely get that testing as part of the 0 to 100km/h is convenient, however the time from 80km/h to 120km/h during overtaking will be noticeably different to the above and generally slower for most vehicles.
Thoughts and feedback?

[letsseeif]

LEXUS is a brand which is really Toyota (reliability) with superior clothes and a nice service centre.

[amode]

I haven’t thought much about run flat tyres and repair kits being the only provisions not full or space saver tyres… how many kms do the run flats last? what if you are doing a Sydney to Melbourne or Brisbane road trip on say a Sunday and have a puncture along the way and there are no tyre shops open… I guess calling road side service is a start…

[spotifyplayer]

Hi mr Marik Can you review the Mercedes Maybach sedan if you can

[milo]

I like your Seiko, Paul. What sort is it?