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The 2022 Lexus 450h+ is the QUICKEST NX ever!
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- čas přidán 15. 08. 2024
- 2022 Lexus NX 450h+ Numbers
BASE PRICE: $60,370
PRICE AS TESTED: $56,725
VEHICLE LAYOUT: Front-engine, AWD, 5-passenger, 4-door hatchback
ENGINE: DOHC 16-valve Atkinson-cycle 2.5-liter inline-4
ELECTRIC MOTOR: 2 Permanent-magnet electric
COMBINED POWER: 302 hp
TRANSMISSION: Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable
0-60 MPH: 5.5 sec
CURB WEIGHT: 4,444 lb
CARGO CAPACITY: 22.7 ft³, 46.9 ft³ with seat area
FUEL ECONOMY: 36 mpg combined/city/highway and 84 mpge combined/city/highway
OUR OBSERVED: 36.1 mpg
PROS: Stupidly quick, beautiful interior, very economical
CONS: Not much
I've never been a big hybrid vehicle fan simply because performance has always been lacking, however, this was addressed when I drove the excellent and surprisingly quick Toyota RAV4 Prime I really wanted Lexus to install the same powertrain into a Lexus model. My wish came true in the shape of the 2022 Lexus NX 450h+, the top of the range in the NX lineup.
Sitting below the 450H+ are the all-new 2022 Lexus NX250 and NX350 models which so far we haven't driven but the 450h+ would be a tough one to beat since it is the most technologically advanced, the most efficient, and the quickest NX model on the market. Of course, it's also the most expensive with a base price of $56,725.
Comically Quick
Just like the RAV4 Prime the 450h+ is comically quick and will surprise most other drivers at a stoplight. Lexus claims a 0-60 time of 6 seconds but many independent testers have launched in 5.5 seconds meaning its a hair off the RAV4 Prime.
Despite weighing in at 4,444 lbs, the car is very composed, balanced, and surprisingly quick in the turns, probably thanks to some very good suspension tuning. That and the giggle-inducing acceleration makes it one of the most entertaining compact luxury crossovers you can buy.
I spent most of my time in Eco mode since Sport just makes the engine kick in and it's a tad buzzy at higher revs, best to keep in Eco and use the wave of torque provided by the electric motors.
Steering is fairly direct and even when you push hard into a turn the car sticks and doesn't try to understeer, you get the feeling of a competent and compliant chassis. Brakes are also good, hybrids typically have a dodgy pedal feel but these ones were near perfect.
Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:29 Exterior
3:38 Cargo Space
4:21 Engine and Transmission
5:38 Rear Seat
6:27 Charging point
6:39 Interior
13:56 Driving
20:19 Verdict
Holy Crap! That last scene was freaking amazing. Another excellent review, thanks team!
......... I own the 2022 450h+ F sport.....It is FAR better built (mine in Japan) Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale...indeed mine is going up in price IF YOU CAN FIND ONE..."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 39 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 mentioned.
It annoys me so much that you cannot get an ML audio system nor pano roof for their top tier
If they want to make it faster they would more likely upgrade the rear motor. Imagine if the rear motor was as strong as the front!
I would consider this vehicle if not for tiny storage space. Prius has more cargo space - 50.7 cu ft vs NX plug in 46.9.
Of course Prius prime has only 36.6 cargo space, still NX's figure is far behind RAV4 prime at 64 cu ft with seats folded down.
That "hold charge" button means, when you press and hold, it charges the battery up to 80% not to hold charge, please do your research.
Starting at $56,000!! I a Lexus guy but not 56k for NX.. :-/ Mind as well go a little more and get the RX!
Don't forget the ev tax credit
Well I'm worried the rx price after 2023 update and if add hybrid plug in.....rip wallet
The Toyota dealer by me wants 60k for a USED RAV4 prime, crazy time to buy a car right now
@@kgisabeast some dealers have no more mark up now for new cars. Just need to search around and put on wait list
..........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 & inevitable “ Check Engine Light CONTINUALLY!!....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 Check Engine Light Gucci headache) .......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 Frean'n inflation caused by “Elections Have Consequences!....Almost Silent operation in elec....So do your research, PLEASE......as this is Far better than any European beemer, mercedes and korean etc. All those 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 Michelin's at $1000.00 en ebay and balanced on your NX 450h+ F Sport replace the Idiot Run Flats that the dealer wants a $1200.00 extra for warr because like me You WILL eventually get a flat and the Run YOUR WALLET Flats are required to replace??? are you freak'n kidding????....Michelin's primacy same size &......Far and away EVEN a much smoother ride, Shissh, Do Not tell my wife ...even smoother than her 2021 RX 350....because My "F" Sport has the added "Adaptive Suspension". 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. Do the aforementioned and You WILL Have the best of the best.....End of story!
PS, that small storage near the wireless charger is for the keyfob
The NX announced the Lexus interface in August 2021, while Tundra was Nov 2021. So the infotainment was pioneered with the NX first. So they didn't take it from Toyota.
The eco, normal and sport knob in the previous gen was in the center console and not at the top.
The EV, HV, Hold Charge allows you to switch between the models. The hold charge means, if you hold the button it will use the gas engine to charge the battery.
You gotta do your research before reviewing.