Thank you Tom, the old interior and exterior had more character to me🤷🏻♂️ and Alfa Romeo is so right, modern cars are iphones on wheels, seems like driving is for skilled drivers nowadays with so much electronics
Hey Tom! You are my favorite you tube auto reviewer/journalist! Always factual, unbiased and no excess fluff and filler! Keep up the great work! 👌✌️👍🇺🇸
Thanks Tom, We had never seen Ryan's (Driving Sports TV) left profile before. Speaking of engine stop-start, we look forward to your NX 350h review. That's the NX Hybrid one might actually be able to buy.
I used to think like you but then I realized…why would I need a spare tire when I live and drive in urban areas?! There are tons of repair shops and mechanics nearby around in case things go wrong with the tires or any parts for that matter. It’s not like you can go on an adventure bigger than a long road trip in this kind of suv anyway!
I agree no spare tire is a deal breaker, unless it's mostly a city car. I once had a severe damage flat about 200 km outside town, and it wasn't a fun experience to be towed (on a flatbed) all the way back to town for a run flat replacement. Never again!
@@DaveIngs Spare tire is Zip / NOT needed! Solution: ...I replaced with ALL Michelin's VERY SOOOOOOFT Ride..& carry a pump and a String impregnated rope insert-er...NO SPARE NEEDED!!!...why wait 3 hours for Triple A??? .......I own the 2022 450h+ F sport..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 Naturally aspirated / Carb...........important because it is well known that TURBOS stress engine...simply see euro cars shop time!....this car combines the Elec. Batt. and engine to achieve HIGH torq And VERY quick out of the hole...Jus' blew the doors off a 735i beemer...albeit for nly a block ...V* would have caught up in the end (in all fairness......However who cares the thrill is initial take off and tickets are for high speed & Kill's! My car has Red Calipers against Powder coated Gloss spoke Black mags and All red "F" Sport Badges........ It is FAR better built (mine in Japan) sadly the owns if you can get them??? are Mfg in Canada!.....Lexus is Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale that Euro beemers or mercedes.......indeed mine is going up in price IF YOU CAN FIND ONE ANYWHERE......"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 42 miles per 120 Volt charge 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 depreciating 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+ !
Like so many models these days, you have to pay more up front to save any money on fuel costs. Typically, it means you have to drive most cars for years before you can accrue any real savings. High-end EVs are even worse. Hybrids are great for efficiency but they still are burdened with effectively two powertrains to power one car. We've come a long way but there is still a long way to go. This is a nice vehicle that will serve it's customers well even if it doesn't offer much for enthusiasts. Guess that's why they build the GR86. Anywho, another great review and the Red Light/Green Light summary is always perfect. So concise and informative!
Wow, the NX is amazing, sad that the NX team did not transfer many things to the new LX... Like the 14" screen (would be great to have a big map or whatever u need on that screen, specially as the LX is a huge car) as well the new door handle and other nifty things
I think Lexus has finally found its groove with exterior design, the initial implementations of the spindle grille looked awkward and excessive, and the rear light bar is a nice touch (very 2020s) Not sure i can say the same about the new LX but this one looks nice
Why are you comparing the NX with the GLA, X1 and Q3? The new NX is 183.5 inches long while those Germans are 175 to 177 inches long. The GLC is 183-186 inches, the X3 is 186 and the Q5 is 184. These are much better comparisons for the NX as they are much closer to its exterior dimensions.
The 2022 Lexus NX is amazing but the passenger side of the dashboard needs some colour or at least some stitching.I can't wait for you to get the 2022 Lexus LX to review.
oh, and regarding the Lexus marketing person in the demo-pod with you: she's chewing gum! So awesome! I love how she stashed it between cheek and gum while talking, like it was a Skoal Bandit. Swoon (LOL).
No spare, no deal. You can get stranded. Road side assistant can only tow you to a dealership. Current NX has a spare. Not a runflat fan. Had it on an IS, was stiff in cold weather.
Suspect the need to SUBSCRIBE to the NAV system is a deal breaker, especially given my experience with the very out-of-date brand new system in my Venza!
I don't know of many drivers who use their in-car nav systems; most people use their phones. This new Lexus system does seem sort of "fancy"--I'm sure drivers could get used to having it available, and displayed on a larger screen.
Everyone else been saying the new info was so this and so that one reviewer even said it went from last to first I find that hard to believe but like you always say go test drive these car's 👍
I pre-ordered the 350h. But after watching the Genesis GV70 videos, I am wondering if Lexus would be able to retain its sheen a couple years down the road
I like the new 2022 NX. But what happens if the battery goes dead and you are outside the vehicle. How do you get into the car, to pop the hood to charge the battery?
It is an issue imo that the built in Nav. A) needs a subscription to function. B) needs data to function. It doesn't have a complete NA map on file and needs cell service. This means it functions no better than a cellphone (carplay/android auto). My old Honda had a DVD map system that would still work once cell service was no more. No preloading issues, turn it on and you have maps even if they are out of date.
@@cavemankiwi You can run Android Auto's map/nav without aa active cell connection--just download the map for the area you're traveling in (it also saves on data charges--I still get traffic advisories, though, which probably come via a data connection). Now, for a cross-country road-trip without any cell connection, you'd have to do some pre-planning...
So do you have to pay to use the voice tech? Otherwise you can just use it as a touchscreen? I hate this new tech trend to completely gut the user experience without a paid subscription and treat the free users as an afterthought
Venza's interior is more aesthetically coherent and its base model even retains physical knobs on the dash, with a starting price in the low $30s. And it's only two inches longer.
Hey Tom, see you can compare the NX350h+ with the Kia Sorento PHEV which I just bought. To me the Sorento PHEV which has a real spare, real six speed transmission, Nappa leather seats, standard 3rd row seats with more overall interior room makes it a clear winner despite the dealer markup which is kind of expected in the current market. I bet Lexus dealer will do the same thing. Love your channel!
In our testing, we beat the Lexus-estimated acceleration to 60 mph by a full half-second, hitting 60 in 5.5 seconds versus the quoted 6.0-second time. That's quicker than the other 2022 NX models we've tested, but a 2021 XC60 Recharge reaches 60 in a MotorTrend-tested 5.0 seconds. We haven't yet tested a Q5 plug-in, but Audi estimates its model to be just as quick as the Volvo. In case you wonder, the lighter-weight RAV4 Prime matches the NX450h+'s 5.5-second time to 60. This means the NX plug-in hybrid is both the quickest NX money can buy and the slowest SUV in its tiny segment. Remember, though, that the Lexus provides a better balance of EV driving range and acceleration than the Audi and Volvo. On the road, the NX450h+ feels quick despite its as-tested 4,444-pound heft. Multiple MotorTrend editors felt the NX450h+ had better suspension tuning than the NX350 and NX350h we also drove. The NX450h+ rides with more stability than its siblings, and it feels like it is the best balanced and best damped among the 350 and 450-badged NX models. Just don't expect the agility of a Genesis GV70 or Alfa Romeo Stelvio. On our figure-eight course-a MotorTrend test that evaluates acceleration, braking, handling, and the transitions in between-the NX450h+'s performance doesn't reflect the way it feels in the real world. The plug-in finished the test in 28.4 seconds at 0.57 g (average), well behind the quicker Volvo's 26.3 seconds at 0.69 g but also behind the RAV4 Prime (27.0 seconds at 0.65 g) and the NX350h. That NX hybrid variant is nearly 400 pounds lighter than the NX450h+ and finishes the figure-eight course quicker, at 28.0 seconds at 0.59 g. Motor Trend
All these new car that is out its all about 4cyc. I think ima miss the v6 power. It will be nice if the nx sport runs v6 even it dont come with the turbo but you can still feels the v6 kick.
How’s the lane centering? The other Toyotas still exhibit some ping ponging in the lane. Which manufacturer does the best lane centering in this category, excluding Tesla.
Of the mainstream brands, Kia and Hyundai Highway Drive Assist and Nissan ProPilot are my favs. SuperCruise is my hands down favorite bar none. The Lexus system in the NX is an improvement to what you might have experienced in Toyotas.
@@DrivenCarReviews Thanks. I love my 2014 Subaru Legacy with eyesight. However, it only has the autonomous cruise control. My next vehicle will have a good lane centering function as well. Many are second rate with ping-ponging. I frequently drive from Seattle to San Diego. Maybe I should compare Hyundai Sandra fe hybrid to a Cadillac xt5. A 2 row midsize awd SUV is on my list. How is the Subaru Outback lane centering? I’d love to see a whole podcast on the different lane centering systems. CR touches on this subject superficially.
@@DrivenCarReviews Tom, please make a video on the different current lane-keeping systems when you find some time, I trust your opinion. ProPilot is the only reason the new QX60 is even worth consideration as it's 10 inches longer than our preferred vehicle length. Others on our short list include the XC60 and X3 on the higher end and the Venza and CX-5 on the lower end - love to hear your take on those versus the Safety Sense 3.0 on the NX. Count on a sub from me when you do.
The nx350 reallyshould have used the v6 out of the Camry. That would have done wonders for the nx and probably increased their sales even further. The turbo NX power wise is decent 275hp 317lbft torque but its still slower than a cx5 turbo with 2 less gears, Rdx, or Santa Fe turbo or even the old rav4 v6 with 3 less gears and 70lbft torque less... Tbh it doesn’t feel that much nicer than my Camry v6 XSE for instance and my Camry I think beats the nx in engine smoothness, power, quietness, and performance
The exterior and interior designs are nice enough, and the performance figures are decent. I suspect plenty of buyers will be attracted by the expected Lexus reliability and resale. Thanks Tom!
Good review as always and yes I'm glad Lexus changed that infotainment system the last one was so lame.. however I think I would be shopping the Genesis GV70 over this. Better looking better powertrain and more performance and yes a better warranty. For that price for the Lexus no thanks..
Interesting that a stripped-down XC60 T8 Momentum is about the same price when compared to the NX 450+ and a RWD X3 M40i with an inline-6 B58 is only a few thousand more. And both of those will stomp the NX off the line.
@@thekenthouse6428 agreed, but no one is buying Lexus to stomp off the line. It's the reliability and the guarantee that the materials will hold up for at least 10 years. Buy a Lexus, lease everything else.
@@smilingsatan Good point about reliability, it's certainly been validated over 3 decades now that nobody beats Lexus in building reliable cars. I still see some first gen LS400 on the road and those came out in the late 80's. Also some Volvo 240/740 and BMW E30/E36 from about that time. Never seen an Audi or a Hyundai from the 90's anymore.
The door “assist” seems like it would be a annoying if you’re in a big city parked on a main street where there is always traffic going by. I could understand it for back doors for kids but unnecessary for the driver.
Not sure if it can be defeated in the menu. If you hold the button for three seconds, the function is overridden. If nothing else it makes people more cautious and helps to protect cyclists. I know people that have doors opened on them, not good. And I know someone whose door was ripped off by another car when they opened it in traffic, just after finishing their driver's test. Seriously.
Thanks Tom. If this is Lexus' big deal, why are they not putting more in tech? I kinda pity them thinking this change is revolutionary...104 degrees? To us Arizonians, that's just warm.
Lexus is the only option and even with...no interface is a real technical masterpiece. Tom ,no worries your videos are simply the best all the time everywhere!
bad choice on the run flats. I'd rather loose a little space in the lower part of the back and have a spare... plus with summer tires quieter cabin. I could live with the stitching being absent on the dash though I don't understand their reasoning behind that decision, especially considering competition's interior looks much better. with so many luxury compact suv's on the market now Lexus can't afford to give up an inch. Lexus got the reputation but look at what Koreans are doing. they are straight up going after the Germans and getting lot of things right. Having said all that though, really like the new NX. I'm very much interested in the NX 350 F sport model. exterior looks awesome, especially the front.
I believe the subscription is $15 per month after 3 yrs. It's pretty lame. Given that vehicle owner has already paid a premium to purchase the navi package.
No spare and run flat tires. That's a deal breaker. Toyota Venza would have been an option if it's not because the full touch screen infotainment system (no physical buttons). The only remaining option is RAV4 Limited. What a disappointment.
For the venza if you get the 8 inch touchscreen you get hard buttons and knobs for the audio and climate. Only if you get the 12.3in screen you lose them
The Genesis was more of a price comparison since its MSRP is lower than BMW and MB. But really, if people are casting a wide net, anything can be a competitor. I know a guy that was shopping for a Q3 and ended up with an X5. Go figure.
@@DrivenCarReviews I am surprised to get a reply from you! Thank you. I just said that because I have the 2020 M40i and was thinking about this Lexus. Any thoughts?
Excellent overview as always, Tom. The plug-in hybrid is basically Lyriq pricing, and I’m thinking that fully electric Cadillac is the way to go. Despite the great resale on the Lexus....
Can't get it in most US markets. AND the grill on the Lexus is stupid. one little issue requires replacement of the entire front unit. Plus, the A, B, D suck. (Approach, Breakover, Departure)
Here’s hoping evil twin doesn’t get added to the no-fly list. There with you on the excitement over the new UI. About time indeed. Another great video. Thanks Tom.
Does this have auto-dimming rear view mirrors? So, with the current situation the 450h+ will probably be selling close to $70K. Ouch! I'll probably wait another year for the RX350 redesign.
in Switzerland we only get the hybrid and plug-in hybrid - the other versions sales are not really attractive due to taxes on gas and taxes above a certain level of CO2 emission. But only a year ago a climate change denial was president of the US and gas is barely taxed…so there is not incentive in the US for consumers to change behavior
So some good questions need to be asked if buying. NX 450h+ or RX 450h with V6 for less $? . The plugin is much more expensive than the RX. It's over $6000 + more by my calculations, and by the time you add ML and packages... Which one of the 2 is more refined, quieter, luxurious? All of the infotainment that people make a big deal about to me is just smoke and mirrors. No matter how advanced or fancy they may seem today, in a few years, they become old news. They are nice to have, but they are not what I'm looking for as my priorities. I want quality, reliability, refinement, great sound system. Once I am driving, I am not going gaga over some fancy schmancy iphone gimmicks. The driving experience and feel, you will always have. I currently own a 2019 GS350f Sport with a triple beam and ML system. It's both fun to drive and refined, and the ML system is incredible. And I have the peace of mind that it won't be a pile of junk in 5 years.
Lexus shouldn’t have any problem selling these, they will probably sell tons. However overall Toyota as a company is getting old and lagging behind. If I wanted performance, I go with German. If I wanted tech or even resale value, I will go with Tesla. If I wanted design, I will go with Korean. Only thing left for Lexus is reliability, but other companies are catching up. And younger buyers with disposable income are not buying Lexus. Average buyer age for Lexus has been 53 for years.
Genesis GV70 obliterates this ‘just’ another NX new model long before it revealed to the public. even the RDX will annihilates this, that SH-AWD is hard to beat🤷🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
Sure, and at the end of five years has a thirty percent residual, fifty six percent on the Lexus. On upper trims in Canada this is over ten thousand dollars. So with a price saving on purchase of $1700.00, still makes the GV70 much more money (not including the the extra for lower fuel economy) on ownership. Genesis styling I agree is top of market right now and think their power train options are better for fun driving.
Yup literally just justified what I’ve been saying all along. I told you all the nx was already dead on arrival before anyones even driven it and sure enough you just proved what I’ve been saying
Sir, did you ask lexus team, if it is best selling suv, same time its the best suv for theft in Canada. So, I moved away from suv to sedan. Lexus hasn't done much to protect their products. We pay the price. Not good
GV70 and Macan walk all over this thing. The Lexus though it is attractive and the interior updates are revelation for Lexus. Look for this to challenge the RX for best selling status at Lexus until the new RX arrives. What I would really like to see is a true F Sport Performance version. 365hp, AWD, NO HYBRID, real suspension tuning and true focus on dynamics. The interface needs work because they're playing catch up. I mean "Hey XYZ" is something they're just learning from Mercedes and others.
How do the GV70 and Macan walk all over the NX? What is greatest *metrics* to a car's success? 0-60? 1/4 mile? Slalom speed? Cornering speed? Braking distance? Track time?
@@tropicalstorm339 Driving. The sheer art of a spirited drive, but yes if you want to measure it, they will both beat the Lexus at all those things. I didn't speak about a car's success. The Lexus NX is a huge success already.
Fix that ugly grill!! Make it more fun (dynamic) to drive Stop data minding people’s lives Stop adding features most people won’t use making it more expensive what it should be Interior is nice but too blend too generic
The Lexus interface and controls user experience design feels like when a bunch of boomers who are excited by touch technology suddenly want it on everything. Please learn from Mazda at least. Jesus.
Hybrid or even PHEV should be standard. If this is Toyota’s future, where is the BEV? Honestly, Tom, after driving BEV for 7 years, any exhaust note sounds disgusting to me. Toyota is such a disappointment.
Thank you Tom, the old interior and exterior had more character to me🤷🏻♂️ and Alfa Romeo is so right, modern cars are iphones on wheels, seems like driving is for skilled drivers nowadays with so much electronics
Very nice review Tom, I hope that Lexus is growing.
Great car, thanks for making/sharing Tom. Huge Lexus fan!
That interior could have been nicer. Last gen looked more luxurious.
I agree the technology is better but the materials in the previous version were better than this.
Tom, thank you for putting up with the heat, and the insects, so that you could bring us another wonderful car review 👍
Thanks Tom! Great review as always.
Hey Tom! You are my favorite you tube auto reviewer/journalist! Always factual, unbiased and no excess fluff and filler! Keep up the great work! 👌✌️👍🇺🇸
I love your videos! Most underrated car channel
Thanks Tom, We had never seen Ryan's (Driving Sports TV) left profile before. Speaking of engine stop-start, we look forward to your NX 350h review. That's the NX Hybrid one might actually be able to buy.
I’m 100% with you on the no spare tire thing, that can easily be a deal breaker for me if one can’t be added.
I used to think like you but then I realized…why would I need a spare tire when I live and drive in urban areas?! There are tons of repair shops and mechanics nearby around in case things go wrong with the tires or any parts for that matter. It’s not like you can go on an adventure bigger than a long road trip in this kind of suv anyway!
Run flats though
We live over 600 miles from our holiday home, to far without a spare!
I agree no spare tire is a deal breaker, unless it's mostly a city car. I once had a severe damage flat about 200 km outside town, and it wasn't a fun experience to be towed (on a flatbed) all the way back to town for a run flat replacement. Never again!
@@DaveIngs Spare tire is Zip / NOT needed! Solution: ...I replaced with ALL Michelin's VERY SOOOOOOFT Ride..& carry a pump and a String impregnated rope insert-er...NO SPARE NEEDED!!!...why wait 3 hours for Triple A???
.......I own the 2022 450h+ F sport..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 Naturally aspirated / Carb...........important because it is well known that TURBOS stress engine...simply see euro cars shop time!....this car combines the Elec. Batt. and engine to achieve HIGH torq And VERY quick out of the hole...Jus' blew the doors off a 735i beemer...albeit for nly a block ...V* would have caught up in the end (in all fairness......However who cares the thrill is initial take off and tickets are for high speed & Kill's! My car has Red Calipers against Powder coated Gloss spoke Black mags and All red "F" Sport Badges........
It is FAR better built (mine in Japan) sadly the owns if you can get them??? are Mfg in Canada!.....Lexus is Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale that Euro beemers or mercedes.......indeed mine is going up in price IF YOU CAN FIND ONE ANYWHERE......"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 42 miles per 120 Volt charge 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 depreciating 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+ !
I appreciate a review of the volume seller. That makes the review far more practical. Thanks for the review. Really enjoyed it.
Thank You Tom…This new NX will fly off dealer lots. Since the NX250 now exists, I would imagine the UX model losing sales to this one.
Bring on the hybrid review. I agree about spare tires.
What's with that grill? Great review as always!
Seems like a pretty nice car for a lot of people. Thank you.
Love that green color at 2:01
Nice one from Lexus Good review
Does 350h version also require premium gas? Thank you.
Thanks for the great review! Did you get to drive the self charging hybrid 350h too?
I see what you're doing there. Not really, very briefly.
@@DrivenCarReviews that’s actually what Lexus brand them over here in the UK as “self charging”!
Like so many models these days, you have to pay more up front to save any money on fuel costs. Typically, it means you have to drive most cars for years before you can accrue any real savings. High-end EVs are even worse. Hybrids are great for efficiency but they still are burdened with effectively two powertrains to power one car. We've come a long way but there is still a long way to go. This is a nice vehicle that will serve it's customers well even if it doesn't offer much for enthusiasts. Guess that's why they build the GR86. Anywho, another great review and the Red Light/Green Light summary is always perfect. So concise and informative!
Wow, the NX is amazing, sad that the NX team did not transfer many things to the new LX... Like the 14" screen (would be great to have a big map or whatever u need on that screen, specially as the LX is a huge car) as well the new door handle and other nifty things
I have an NX450 and it has a 14 inch screen.
Great review! Thanks, Tom.
I love that Lexus listened and went to touchscreen for infotainment. Hopefully Acura and Mazda will be next.
when will it be available in LA ?
I have. 2017 nx200t f sport and it gets terrible mpg, getting a Honda hybrid this weekend
I think Lexus has finally found its groove with exterior design, the initial implementations of the spindle grille looked awkward and excessive, and the rear light bar is a nice touch (very 2020s)
Not sure i can say the same about the new LX but this one looks nice
Why are you comparing the NX with the GLA, X1 and Q3? The new NX is 183.5 inches long while those Germans are 175 to 177 inches long.
The GLC is 183-186 inches, the X3 is 186 and the Q5 is 184. These are much better comparisons for the NX as they are much closer to its exterior dimensions.
He also forgot about the XC60 at 185 inches against which we're cross-shopping this. That said, nothing but love for Tom's well-crafted videos.
I love this! Hahaha Tom, will you be participating at the Seattle Auto Show this year?
I'll be there
The 2022 Lexus NX is amazing but the passenger side of the dashboard needs some colour or at least some stitching.I can't wait for you to get the 2022 Lexus LX to review.
The 2022 LS is getting major updates? The current LS gets a 45 out of 100 and last place in the segment today, according to Consumer Reports.
@Jake Carter Exactly!!!
@Jake Carter I agree, small detail, but the dash on the right side looks nicer in a Corolla.
Great another subscription model.
Not too much wind, last night, Tom?
looks pretty nice! maybe next year they'll offer a spare as an option like BMW is doing. I am not a fan of RFTs either.
oh, and regarding the Lexus marketing person in the demo-pod with you: she's chewing gum! So awesome! I love how she stashed it between cheek and gum while talking, like it was a Skoal Bandit. Swoon (LOL).
No spare, no deal. You can get stranded. Road side assistant can only tow you to a dealership. Current NX has a spare. Not a runflat fan. Had it on an IS, was stiff in cold weather.
Suspect the need to SUBSCRIBE to the NAV system is a deal breaker, especially given my experience with the very out-of-date brand new system in my Venza!
I don't know of many drivers who use their in-car nav systems; most people use their phones. This new Lexus system does seem sort of "fancy"--I'm sure drivers could get used to having it available, and displayed on a larger screen.
Your venza has the dynamic navigation?
Great to see tom even without nyt
Hi Tom - How comfortable were the front seats for longer drives?
The longest stretch I had was a little over an hour and they seemed fine for me
Current NX has superb seats, though F Sport’s are narrow. New one NX should be fine.
Everyone else been saying the new info was so this and so that one reviewer even said it went from last to first I find that hard to believe but like you always say go test drive these car's 👍
Consumer Reports always had Lexus infotainment in very last place.
I pre-ordered the NX 350 Turbo. Was that a right decision or should I go with the 350h Hybrid?
I pre-ordered the 350h. But after watching the Genesis GV70 videos, I am wondering if Lexus would be able to retain its sheen a couple years down the road
@@pallavmishra I cancelled my lexus order and booked a 2022 RAV4 Adventure Hybrid
I like the new 2022 NX. But what happens if the battery goes dead and you are outside the vehicle. How do you get into the car, to pop the hood to charge the battery?
There’s a mechanical release both inside and outside on the door handles
I was considering this car but I'm not a fan of run-flats and the subscription for the nav is off putting. Great review.
After 3 years mind you
It is an issue imo that the built in Nav. A) needs a subscription to function. B) needs data to function. It doesn't have a complete NA map on file and needs cell service. This means it functions no better than a cellphone (carplay/android auto).
My old Honda had a DVD map system that would still work once cell service was no more. No preloading issues, turn it on and you have maps even if they are out of date.
@@cavemankiwi You can run Android Auto's map/nav without aa active cell connection--just download the map for the area you're traveling in (it also saves on data charges--I still get traffic advisories, though, which probably come via a data connection). Now, for a cross-country road-trip without any cell connection, you'd have to do some pre-planning...
Looks way better than than the last model
How the weight is reduced? Less metal and more plastic? Secondly how well this can be repaired by any mechanic down the line?
Was that driving sports tv I caught there…
Yup, I try to sneak him in when possible.
So do you have to pay to use the voice tech? Otherwise you can just use it as a touchscreen? I hate this new tech trend to completely gut the user experience without a paid subscription and treat the free users as an afterthought
nice Venza _!!!_
Venza's interior is more aesthetically coherent and its base model even retains physical knobs on the dash, with a starting price in the low $30s. And it's only two inches longer.
I like where Lexus is going
Hey Tom, see you can compare the NX350h+ with the Kia Sorento PHEV which I just bought. To me the Sorento PHEV which has a real spare, real six speed transmission, Nappa leather seats, standard 3rd row seats with more overall interior room makes it a clear winner despite the dealer markup which is kind of expected in the current market. I bet Lexus dealer will do the same thing. Love your channel!
In our testing, we beat the Lexus-estimated acceleration to 60 mph by a full half-second, hitting 60 in 5.5 seconds versus the quoted 6.0-second time. That's quicker than the other 2022 NX models we've tested, but a 2021 XC60 Recharge reaches 60 in a MotorTrend-tested 5.0 seconds. We haven't yet tested a Q5 plug-in, but Audi estimates its model to be just as quick as the Volvo. In case you wonder, the lighter-weight RAV4 Prime matches the NX450h+'s 5.5-second time to 60.
This means the NX plug-in hybrid is both the quickest NX money can buy and the slowest SUV in its tiny segment. Remember, though, that the Lexus provides a better balance of EV driving range and acceleration than the Audi and Volvo. On the road, the NX450h+ feels quick despite its as-tested 4,444-pound heft. Multiple MotorTrend editors felt the NX450h+ had better suspension tuning than the NX350 and NX350h we also drove. The NX450h+ rides with more stability than its siblings, and it feels like it is the best balanced and best damped among the 350 and 450-badged NX models.
Just don't expect the agility of a Genesis GV70 or Alfa Romeo Stelvio. On our figure-eight course-a MotorTrend test that evaluates acceleration, braking, handling, and the transitions in between-the NX450h+'s performance doesn't reflect the way it feels in the real world. The plug-in finished the test in 28.4 seconds at 0.57 g (average), well behind the quicker Volvo's 26.3 seconds at 0.69 g but also behind the RAV4 Prime (27.0 seconds at 0.65 g) and the NX350h. That NX hybrid variant is nearly 400 pounds lighter than the NX450h+ and finishes the figure-eight course quicker, at 28.0 seconds at 0.59 g. Motor Trend
I read that nx350 and up uses gas with octane 91
All these new car that is out its all about 4cyc. I think ima miss the v6 power. It will be nice if the nx sport runs v6 even it dont come with the turbo but you can still feels the v6 kick.
When will it come with an all-electric drive?
Nope
How’s the lane centering? The other Toyotas still exhibit some ping ponging in the lane. Which manufacturer does the best lane centering in this category, excluding Tesla.
Of the mainstream brands, Kia and Hyundai Highway Drive Assist and Nissan ProPilot are my favs. SuperCruise is my hands down favorite bar none. The Lexus system in the NX is an improvement to what you might have experienced in Toyotas.
@@DrivenCarReviews Thanks. I love my 2014 Subaru Legacy with eyesight. However, it only has the autonomous cruise control. My next vehicle will have a good lane centering function as well. Many are second rate with ping-ponging. I frequently drive from Seattle to San Diego. Maybe I should compare Hyundai Sandra fe hybrid to a Cadillac xt5. A 2 row midsize awd SUV is on my list. How is the Subaru Outback lane centering?
I’d love to see a whole podcast on the different lane centering systems. CR touches on this subject superficially.
@@DrivenCarReviews Tom, please make a video on the different current lane-keeping systems when you find some time, I trust your opinion. ProPilot is the only reason the new QX60 is even worth consideration as it's 10 inches longer than our preferred vehicle length. Others on our short list include the XC60 and X3 on the higher end and the Venza and CX-5 on the lower end - love to hear your take on those versus the Safety Sense 3.0 on the NX. Count on a sub from me when you do.
Lighter doesn’t always mean better.
Fully loaded Hybrid $57k. Amazing vehicle.
Zero interest in this Lexus, but I'm watching for Tom.
I can’t tell the difference between this one and the previous generation. I’m hoping they revamp the UX.
The nx350 reallyshould have used the v6 out of the Camry. That would have done wonders for the nx and probably increased their sales even further.
The turbo NX power wise is decent 275hp 317lbft torque but its still slower than a cx5 turbo with 2 less gears, Rdx, or Santa Fe turbo or even the old rav4 v6 with 3 less gears and 70lbft torque less...
Tbh it doesn’t feel that much nicer than my Camry v6 XSE for instance and my Camry I think beats the nx in engine smoothness, power, quietness, and performance
Was really hoping for a V6 NX
@@t.martin3179 me too.
The exterior and interior designs are nice enough, and the performance figures are decent. I suspect plenty of buyers will be attracted by the expected Lexus reliability and resale. Thanks Tom!
FAIL: I will NOT pay for the Interface services after 3 years. Another monthly fee, no thanks.
It's only the data and the Wifi that you have to pay if you want
Good review as always and yes I'm glad Lexus changed that infotainment system the last one was so lame.. however I think I would be shopping the Genesis GV70 over this. Better looking better powertrain and more performance and yes a better warranty. For that price for the Lexus no thanks..
Not a fan of run flat tires
Apparently, neither is Tom [at least on SUVs].
I see you bumpin Baby Keem TOP OF THE MORNIN TOP OF THE MORNIN TOP OF THE MORNIN
Cant believe your not test driving in your neighborhood!
I never shoot in my neighborhood.
@@DrivenCarReviews you’re always test driving in some high end residential area in WA. Thought that was where you lived. My apologies.
Great car but these gas prices are ridiculous...especially for premium fuel
And yet gas can be less expensive than bottled water. Crazy.
I don't know how Lexus can justify $14,000 premium for the hybrid. 14k buys a lot of gas.
Interesting that a stripped-down XC60 T8 Momentum is about the same price when compared to the NX 450+ and a RWD X3 M40i with an inline-6 B58 is only a few thousand more. And both of those will stomp the NX off the line.
@@thekenthouse6428 agreed, but no one is buying Lexus to stomp off the line. It's the reliability and the guarantee that the materials will hold up for at least 10 years. Buy a Lexus, lease everything else.
@@smilingsatan Good point about reliability, it's certainly been validated over 3 decades now that nobody beats Lexus in building reliable cars. I still see some first gen LS400 on the road and those came out in the late 80's. Also some Volvo 240/740 and BMW E30/E36 from about that time. Never seen an Audi or a Hyundai from the 90's anymore.
The door “assist” seems like it would be a annoying if you’re in a big city parked on a main street where there is always traffic going by. I could understand it for back doors for kids but unnecessary for the driver.
Not sure if it can be defeated in the menu. If you hold the button for three seconds, the function is overridden. If nothing else it makes people more cautious and helps to protect cyclists. I know people that have doors opened on them, not good. And I know someone whose door was ripped off by another car when they opened it in traffic, just after finishing their driver's test. Seriously.
You cannot find a better looking CUV then the 2022 Lexus NX 350!
Thanks Tom. If this is Lexus' big deal, why are they not putting more in tech? I kinda pity them thinking this change is revolutionary...104 degrees? To us Arizonians, that's just warm.
104 degrees? No problem. "It's a dry heat."
I'm from Seattle and used to 60 degrees and mist.
Lexus is the only option and even with...no interface is a real technical masterpiece. Tom ,no worries your videos are simply the best all the time everywhere!
Buick would like to have a word with you.
@@normt430 lol! The only who could change a word with me are.. Toyota or Acura!
bad choice on the run flats. I'd rather loose a little space in the lower part of the back and have a spare... plus with summer tires quieter cabin. I could live with the stitching being absent on the dash though I don't understand their reasoning behind that decision, especially considering competition's interior looks much better. with so many luxury compact suv's on the market now Lexus can't afford to give up an inch. Lexus got the reputation but look at what Koreans are doing. they are straight up going after the Germans and getting lot of things right. Having said all that though, really like the new NX. I'm very much interested in the NX 350 F sport model. exterior looks awesome, especially the front.
I believe the subscription is $15 per month after 3 yrs. It's pretty lame. Given that vehicle owner has already paid a premium to purchase the navi package.
No spare and run flat tires. That's a deal breaker. Toyota Venza would have been an option if it's not because the full touch screen infotainment system (no physical buttons). The only remaining option is RAV4 Limited. What a disappointment.
For the venza if you get the 8 inch touchscreen you get hard buttons and knobs for the audio and climate. Only if you get the 12.3in screen you lose them
x1 or 2 not x3? M40i? i ask bcus u included gv70
The Genesis was more of a price comparison since its MSRP is lower than BMW and MB. But really, if people are casting a wide net, anything can be a competitor. I know a guy that was shopping for a Q3 and ended up with an X5. Go figure.
@@DrivenCarReviews I am surprised to get a reply from you! Thank you. I just said that because I have the 2020 M40i and was thinking about this Lexus. Any thoughts?
@@syedalam6363 Only that you'd smart to look at lots of stuff before you buy. Always my best advice. M40i is already pretty darn nice.
TOM VOELK - for Top Gear (UK)
It would be a great way to see the county
@@DrivenCarReviews Yes, Your first test drive could be the made in Derbyshire Corolla Touring Sports wagon.
At some angles why does the front looks like it hit a super flat wall 😂😂 i kinda prefer the old nx front end its a little more rounded.
I don’t get how this compact SUV can cost more than the much larger ES
I don’t get how this can cost more than a Camry XSE v6 while being way slower and less refined less smooth and laggy than the v6 Camry
Lexus👍
Excellent overview as always, Tom. The plug-in hybrid is basically Lyriq pricing, and I’m thinking that fully electric Cadillac is the way to go. Despite the great resale on the Lexus....
Seemed like the Lyriq was a tad larger as well, but I’ll have to go back and look again.
Can't get it in most US markets. AND the grill on the Lexus is stupid. one little issue requires replacement of the entire front unit.
Plus, the A, B, D suck. (Approach, Breakover, Departure)
I'm waiting for the Toyota BZ4X. Hoping it will be worth the wait.
Hope it changes the name....
@@DrivenCarReviews Yeah, agreed. Really enjoy your reviews, keep up the great work 👍🏻
Here’s hoping evil twin doesn’t get added to the no-fly list. There with you on the excitement over the new UI. About time indeed. Another great video. Thanks Tom.
Hope so also can we chat
Can’t believe they kept the cowcatcher grill. Will not make my consideration list. Will become very dated looking very soon.
Its part of their design language. Why would it? I Personally think the Spindle grille looks a lot better on this new NX
That's what you said 10 years ago
Does this have auto-dimming rear view mirrors?
So, with the current situation the 450h+ will probably be selling close to $70K. Ouch!
I'll probably wait another year for the RX350 redesign.
Still don't like the grill.
I agree. They really need to get rid of it. It looks so Fisher-Price to me.
Passssss
in Switzerland we only get the hybrid and plug-in hybrid - the other versions sales are not really attractive due to taxes on gas and taxes above a certain level of CO2 emission. But only a year ago a climate change denial was president of the US and gas is barely taxed…so there is not incentive in the US for consumers to change behavior
Nope. We believe in low taxes, not in taxing people to change their behavior like Europe 😂
The Lexus NX+ plug in hybrid costs more than the RX 350.
So some good questions need to be asked if buying. NX 450h+ or RX 450h with V6 for less $? . The plugin is much more expensive than the RX. It's over $6000 + more by my calculations, and by the time you add ML and packages... Which one of the 2 is more refined, quieter, luxurious? All of the infotainment that people make a big deal about to me is just smoke and mirrors. No matter how advanced or fancy they may seem today, in a few years, they become old news. They are nice to have, but they are not what I'm looking for as my priorities. I want quality, reliability, refinement, great sound system. Once I am driving, I am not going gaga over some fancy schmancy iphone gimmicks. The driving experience and feel, you will always have. I currently own a 2019 GS350f Sport with a triple beam and ML system. It's both fun to drive and refined, and the ML system is incredible. And I have the peace of mind that it won't be a pile of junk in 5 years.
If you really want one, expect to pay around $60-70K for the 450h+. To this day I've seen exactly ONE Rav4 Prime on the road.
Decent video but all the commercials are really annoying.
Lexus..always 5 years behind of others in tech
Lexus shouldn’t have any problem selling these, they will probably sell tons. However overall Toyota as a company is getting old and lagging behind. If I wanted performance, I go with German. If I wanted tech or even resale value, I will go with Tesla. If I wanted design, I will go with Korean. Only thing left for Lexus is reliability, but other companies are catching up. And younger buyers with disposable income are not buying Lexus. Average buyer age for Lexus has been 53 for years.
passenger side is sooo booring !! This part was much better in the predecessor ! BUT a BMW X1 or2 better than a Lexus ?? you´re kidding !!
Younger buyers with that design? I think not. At least not the ones that can afford actual design.
Great video, as always.
I really dislike the Lexus spindle grille on this model.
too many ads.
Just adopt android automotive Lexus. Use the Google suite.
Genesis GV70 obliterates this ‘just’ another NX new model long before it revealed to the public. even the RDX will annihilates this, that SH-AWD is hard to beat🤷🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
Sure, and at the end of five years has a thirty percent residual, fifty six percent on the Lexus. On upper trims in Canada this is over ten thousand dollars. So with a price saving on purchase of $1700.00, still makes the GV70 much more money (not including the the extra for lower fuel economy) on ownership. Genesis styling I agree is top of market right now and think their power train options are better for fun driving.
Yup literally just justified what I’ve been saying all along. I told you all the nx was already dead on arrival before anyones even driven it and sure enough you just proved what I’ve been saying
Sir, did you ask lexus team, if it is best selling suv, same time its the best suv for theft in Canada.
So, I moved away from suv to sedan. Lexus hasn't done much to protect their products. We pay the price. Not good
Except for the newest Honda Civic, Japanese car styling is terrible lately.
GV70 and Macan walk all over this thing. The Lexus though it is attractive and the interior updates are revelation for Lexus. Look for this to challenge the RX for best selling status at Lexus until the new RX arrives. What I would really like to see is a true F Sport Performance version. 365hp, AWD, NO HYBRID, real suspension tuning and true focus on dynamics. The interface needs work because they're playing catch up. I mean "Hey XYZ" is something they're just learning from Mercedes and others.
How do the GV70 and Macan walk all over the NX? What is greatest *metrics* to a car's success? 0-60? 1/4 mile? Slalom speed? Cornering speed? Braking distance? Track time?
@@tropicalstorm339 Driving. The sheer art of a spirited drive, but yes if you want to measure it, they will both beat the Lexus at all those things. I didn't speak about a car's success. The Lexus NX is a huge success already.
Tell your twin to put on a mask 😷 lol
Fix that ugly grill!!
Make it more fun (dynamic) to drive
Stop data minding people’s lives
Stop adding features most people won’t use making it more expensive what it should be
Interior is nice but too blend too generic
The Lexus interface and controls user experience design feels like when a bunch of boomers who are excited by touch technology suddenly want it on everything. Please learn from Mazda at least. Jesus.
Hybrid or even PHEV should be standard. If this is Toyota’s future, where is the BEV? Honestly, Tom, after driving BEV for 7 years, any exhaust note sounds disgusting to me. Toyota is such a disappointment.