The Lexus NX is available in two basic guises, NX 300 and NX 300h. The NX 300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0L, 4-cylinder engine that makes 235 horsepower. Power is sent to the front wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is an option across the entire NX lineup. The NX 300h is powered by a 2.5L, 4-cylinder engine that is assisted by an electric motor. Lexus has developed a "kick-down" feature for its hybrid system, which allows for more immediate power delivery on the highway.
The NX is a Lexus in every sense of the word and comes accordingly with a nice list of standard equipment. This includes a smart key with easy access entry, a push-button start, dual-zone automatic climate control, one-touch power windows, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an 8-inch LCD display with an optional 10.3-inch touchscreen display in the center dash, an 8-speaker premium sound system and Lexus' Enform Safety Connect system along with a host of advanced Lexus safety features.
The Luxury trim adds a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated leather front seats, wood interior trim, rain sensing wipers and a power rear door.
The NX 300h F Sport Black Line trim is all new for 2021 and adds a sport suspension, sport pedals, a sport steering wheel, black exterior accents, cornering lights, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, active noise cancellation, a proximity key, and front and rear parking sensors.
Safety features across the NX include an active lane departure system, forward collision mitigation, rear collision warning, a pedestrian detection system, a driver attention alert and a traffic sign information system.
