Yep! I owned a BMW and loved it. But now I'm in a brand new Lexus ES300h and friggin love it, and the super reliability. I used to scoff at Lexus, too. I was going to buy a Prius, so I went and checked out a Lexus CT200h. The salesman got us to try the ES300h which gets basically the same 40mpg as the CT and it was SO luxurious, we went for the ES. 40 mpg in a really nice size sedan that's honestly fun to drive and rides like a dream. Now I think I want an NX hybrid for a second car, since I can't afford an LC 500h HAHA.
godfatherNYC my dad owned the CT200H and the ES300H. He loved both, but traded from the bigger to the smaller one because it was just too big for him. He liked the smaller confines of the CT200H. He also got better gas mileage here in Brooklyn with the smaller one. Brooklyn is a whole other ball game when it comes to gas mileage, more so then most other cities. In the ES he was getting 21 I believe and in the CT he was getting 35 lol. Big difference
Mike, the CT would be perfect for Brooklyn! Good points. (I lived in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn for a little while. Most of my time in NYC I lived in the LES, though. And I never owned a car while living in NYC.) Now I live in a very sparsely populated wide open suburban area outside of Memphis, TN with almost zero traffic, so the ES is just perfect here.
Purchased a 2017 NX 200t over the Summer. I'm 6'4, 300lbs. I fit in this vehicle with no problem. I love EVERYTHING about it. Everything!! Mine has Navigation and a mouse pad controller, which is just ok.
2020 tip, remove the little compact mirror and add a hand sanitizer bottle with a pump. It’s perfect for when you get in your car after running an errand.
Great review! Just bought Nx 200t all wheel drive with premium package. Great little suv perfect size and power with good luxury feel on interior, love the look!
Got this model as a loaner car while they fixed my sc430 and I love it. I would not compare this to a toyota at all. Its definitely a Lexus and it drives like one. Good review and yeah the littlr mirror was funny to me.
I'm working on picking up one of these for my mom. Currently she has an 11 IS250 which is cramped and an abysmally weak v6. This sounds like a winner. I was considering an RDX but for a premium line that doesn't even give loaners like Lexus or the German dealers do is just non-competitive. People may say you pay it somewhere else but it's still supposed to be a premium. Lease deals on an RDX are really good. Last year I got a MDX leased for an awesome price and I could do much better on an RDX since cap cost is lower but there's a new redesign coming in 2017 with a 4 cyl turbo so we would be stuck with an old style. Thanks @redlinereviews for having detailed videos.
2016 f sport had it for 4 years now. Point number one the CD player is a fantastic feature because some places have bad reception. Number two don't waste your money on the nav package it's incredibly frustrating to use. Better off using Google maps on your phone.
The reason why NX has a 6 speed automatic is not because of the cost saving issue. First, it is true that GS and IS both have a 8-speed transmission, however, those are transmission for RWD drive car. However, the Aisin's AWF8F35 8-speed transmission (the front-wheel drive transmission) was relatively new when Lexus NX launched, and only Lexus RX F-sport had it. It is rare to see makers using both new transmission and new engine at the same time as the power-train can be unstable. Now seeing that Aisin's new 8-speed FWD is sold to GM and BMW (on Malibu and X1) I think Lexus will put the new transmission into NX really soon. By the way, I love all of your reviews! Thank you so much for doing them!
With the prevalence of small 4 cylinder engines in SUVs, it would be really great if reviewers take these cars up inclines instead of straight roads and comment on how the engine feels. One of my biggest complaints with 4s on a large, heavy cars is if you're going up mountain ranges, the engines whine like banshees and just can't get up to speed like V6s can. Very important for vehicles designed to go to remote areas.
just had ALL fluids changed over 2 AMSOIL, WOW wut a difference... smoother, quieter running & of course MUCH BETTER MPG... even bought a trans machine so i could get trans done by a friend / mechanic do more than just mine... i hav a 2016, now w/48k on it...
I like how twice he indirectly hints that women are the target buyer for this car but knows that if he says it directly, someone will probably get offended
I'm disappointed that you can't get the Mark Levinson sound system in the US version of the NX. I really don't understand why Lexus removed it from the US version of the NX.
The new RX's steering is extremely numb in case you were wondering. The looks/interior are great imo though. If you can get your hands on it, I would love to see a review
I love this thing. In Fsport it's the best looking in its class. Tinted with a nice set of wheels the NX looks bad ass. The LED headlights look really cool at night. Stop calling things "bland" every brand makes bland cars Lexus is no different. Acura makes bland cars BMW has bland models Audi has bland models. Every auto makers has bland cars bland. Bland or regular cars are whats sale the most and bring in money for the company. Stop trying to bash them. Also please stop bringing up the Rav-4. Lexus is a Tier one Luxury brand anyone that thinks others is bullshiting. Lexus has proven years ago that they can run with the Germans. Lexus is the only Japanese brand really and truly giving the Germans a run for their money.
+Loretta Butler and acura look any better with them ugly headlights look like a bug a bug coming at you. and the interior looks like a damn 2007 honda.
Why did they put such a large rotary knob for drive mode select? What a waste of space. Maybe they should have put the engine start button down there instead.
So SF, I was interested in the 2018/2019mazda cx5 but it was sluggish and the turbo, albeit awesome, is new and put the car just too far out of my budget soooooooo, I was considering getting a 2015/16 nxt that has similar power as the turbo, especially the SPORT. In 2019, do you think this car is still a super value if purchased with less tha 50k miles for anywhere between 24 and 27k$? Thanks...I need help
Thank you for the review. You do such a great job covering everything in your videos! Would you happen to know which gray color is displaced in the video? (there are a couple clips of it) Thanks again!!
Now thats weird if this is the Fsport model with Premium package why didn't they add Navigation with it instead of making you pay $2k more to get it that's terrible!
Carboy 13 And a Lexus isn't reliable? Reliability between Acura and Lexus shouldn't even be mentioned. The Lexus is #1 in reliability. Acura is good too just not as.
How come my NZ 200t has More options then this sports one? For example example on the right side on steering wheel the bottom square black of batons has 4 batons not 2 like this sports one. Mouse pad controls by the finger, advanced cruise control, navigation.
I would have loved to hear the car without any of the artificial noise from the speakers.. this would be the first thing I‘d turn off in this nice little car.
+Elliott Manning It sure was, we managed to film the 2016 Altima just before the storm hit, you should see videos uploaded in our regular amount, will be working on the Cherokee review this week!
Thanks for the details I'll stick to the rav4 awd for better mpg (real world reviews have shown the awd version consistently getting 23.5 city and 28hwy) much higher clearance and I like the stereo placement better fit aftermarket upgrades. I do like the look of lexus and the interior upscale but not the turbo engine and less cargo space with much more added weight. If only they offered a rugged version that fixed this issues that someone like myself have with it. I want to have a great eco car non hybrid for my food delivery job, with more luxury, yet still be versatile off road or in inclement weather. I prefer the 2.5 n/a for a more consistent mpg.
It's like post modern abstract grille. The designers were desperate and there are only so many geometry to use as Audi and BMW mastered the art of front grilles! Everyone else is left scrounging for a design language. It reminds me of a black widow or a Battlestar Cylon. I prefer Recaros, but the interior is Japanese (some quirky-ness) luxury. For the money and reliability, I would drive a Lexus these days...but I can't afford it.
At 15:53, wow my 2015 Scion xB with 2.4L 2AZ-FE makes 163 hp and 163 ibs pounds of torque, and it has 22 mpg and 28 on a highway, same as that???? Wow. But damn that 238 hp and 256 ibs pounds of torque. Man I would love to have that, upgrade for 55mm precision turbocharger with intercooler, and 3” dual custom cat back exhaust. And it’s gonna sound beautiful And maybe custom cold air intake system, Hopefully they have that
Why would you not consider Lexus, Acura and Infiniti a tier one luxury brand .... they differentiate themselves from their consumer brands unlike German brands (with the exception of Audi/Volkswagen) BMW and Mercedes Benz are not considered luxury brands in Europe and yet they make you pay a hefty premium by only offering only the top trims in North America
He said the driver is 5'7 or shorter and then he said it comes with a mirror. What car comes with and compact size mirror total chick car.... I want it. Lmao
Good Job Sofyan!! I like this vehicle but the cargo area is puny compared to may other entries. I have question. What are your thoughts on the ride? I have heard it rides hard.
+carguy812 Thank you! I actually talk about the ride during the test drive ;). But to answer your question here, I found the ride to be on the firmer side, which I don't mind but those buyers used to the softness of the RX might take issue with the NX's ride quality.
My grandma got one fully loaded. She went from her 2004 Avalon to this. I was like damn she still got her game on 😂
i was about to buy one until i heard about your grandma
My grandma did this too but mine is also obsessed with trying to be modern. She tried to get a new car ever 3-4 years...
@@legrang133lol.. this is definitely a seniors or chick-mobile demographic. I just said that in a review of the ux 200. 😊
people talk crap about the grill
audi grills are just as big!
I prefer the lexus grill better. looks better to me
+Ivan Nichols lol like he said
it's a love it or hate it
Sorry about the comment.
I love the grill. Looks badass. Very bossy.
+Toyota4Life hell yeah its beitiful!!
+Toyota4Life I agree, I feel lexus took a risk and it's paying off, no more boring safe design
people who say lexus is an expensive Toyota are usually BMW or Mercedes fan boys who have never driven a lexus. I'm just sayin
Slim Habibi 100% true. Lexus vehicles drive SO nice. Smooth and quiet.
Yep! I owned a BMW and loved it. But now I'm in a brand new Lexus ES300h and friggin love it, and the super reliability. I used to scoff at Lexus, too. I was going to buy a Prius, so I went and checked out a Lexus CT200h. The salesman got us to try the ES300h which gets basically the same 40mpg as the CT and it was SO luxurious, we went for the ES. 40 mpg in a really nice size sedan that's honestly fun to drive and rides like a dream. Now I think I want an NX hybrid for a second car, since I can't afford an LC 500h HAHA.
godfatherNYC my dad owned the CT200H and the ES300H. He loved both, but traded from the bigger to the smaller one because it was just too big for him. He liked the smaller confines of the CT200H. He also got better gas mileage here in Brooklyn with the smaller one. Brooklyn is a whole other ball game when it comes to gas mileage, more so then most other cities. In the ES he was getting 21 I believe and in the CT he was getting 35 lol. Big difference
Mike, the CT would be perfect for Brooklyn! Good points. (I lived in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn for a little while. Most of my time in NYC I lived in the LES, though. And I never owned a car while living in NYC.) Now I live in a very sparsely populated wide open suburban area outside of Memphis, TN with almost zero traffic, so the ES is just perfect here.
Beaky, you're high. Almost all critics talk about how amazing Lexus interiors are.
Purchased a 2017 NX 200t over the Summer. I'm 6'4, 300lbs. I fit in this vehicle with no problem. I love EVERYTHING about it. Everything!! Mine has Navigation and a mouse pad controller, which is just ok.
Nice, how has it been so far and how has the cargo and passengers been?
I am still looking for 2016 fsport now
2020 tip, remove the little compact mirror and add a hand sanitizer bottle with a pump. It’s perfect for when you get in your car after running an errand.
Power hatch is a $400 option?! That should be standard on every Lexus.
This guy made a Mistake power hatch is standard on the Nx model you don't have to buy the Fsport to get it
I have this vehicle with the mouse pad control and the automatic lift gate. I love this vehicle!!!
That coke mirror.
LMAO!
lol lol it totaly is one. why the hell else is it there
women
LOL!
I'm a infiniti guy but if I ever decide to give toyota/lexus a try this would be the only lexus I would pick!
I think I'm addicted to redline when it comes to auto reviews lol
Alex on Autos is good too! You should give that channel a try if you want to experience a different perspective. I enjoy this channel and that one!
he's gay af
@@100cvcv8 You're an asshole!!!
@@100cvcv8 lol
@@100cvcv8I don’t think it’s a secret lol.
Great review! Just bought Nx 200t all wheel drive with premium package. Great little suv perfect size and power with good luxury feel on interior, love the look!
how much did u pay for? any deals?
Any turbo lag??
I'll take the Toyota/Lexus 6 speed auto over the crappy FCA nine speed.
This thing is beautiful in person. Its so different :D
Got this model as a loaner car while they fixed my sc430 and I love it. I would not compare this to a toyota at all. Its definitely a Lexus and it drives like one. Good review and yeah the littlr mirror was funny to me.
Very helpful, in-depth review of 2016 NX200t. And there aren't many reviews of this level or length available. Enjoyed watching it.
I'm working on picking up one of these for my mom. Currently she has an 11 IS250 which is cramped and an abysmally weak v6. This sounds like a winner.
I was considering an RDX but for a premium line that doesn't even give loaners like Lexus or the German dealers do is just non-competitive. People may say you pay it somewhere else but it's still supposed to be a premium.
Lease deals on an RDX are really good. Last year I got a MDX leased for an awesome price and I could do much better on an RDX since cap cost is lower but there's a new redesign coming in 2017 with a 4 cyl turbo so we would be stuck with an old style.
Thanks @redlinereviews for having detailed videos.
2016 f sport had it for 4 years now. Point number one the CD player is a fantastic feature because some places have bad reception. Number two don't waste your money on the nav package it's incredibly frustrating to use. Better off using Google maps on your phone.
If I had the money, I would get the Fsport just to have that grill.
Driving Lexus Nx 2017 .... F3 sport ..amazing , no complaints , three years .....drives and smells like a brand new.
ASC............you must be kidding where is that switch .........driving f3 sport never heard of it.
The reason why NX has a 6 speed automatic is not because of the cost saving issue. First, it is true that GS and IS both have a 8-speed transmission, however, those are transmission for RWD drive car. However, the Aisin's AWF8F35 8-speed transmission (the front-wheel drive transmission) was relatively new when Lexus NX launched, and only Lexus RX F-sport had it. It is rare to see makers using both new transmission and new engine at the same time as the power-train can be unstable. Now seeing that Aisin's new 8-speed FWD is sold to GM and BMW (on Malibu and X1) I think Lexus will put the new transmission into NX really soon. By the way, I love all of your reviews! Thank you so much for doing them!
With the prevalence of small 4 cylinder engines in SUVs, it would be really great if reviewers take these cars up inclines instead of straight roads and comment on how the engine feels. One of my biggest complaints with 4s on a large, heavy cars is if you're going up mountain ranges, the engines whine like banshees and just can't get up to speed like V6s can. Very important for vehicles designed to go to remote areas.
good point. If all or most driving in town who cares right?
just had ALL fluids changed over 2 AMSOIL, WOW wut a difference... smoother, quieter running & of course MUCH BETTER MPG... even bought a trans machine so i could get trans done by a friend / mechanic do more than just mine... i hav a 2016, now w/48k on it...
This is one of the better implemented Lexus corporate faces.
I own AWD 2017 Murano, I get 29mpg combined..... maxed out at 35mpg so far
Just picked one up. Love it
Thats good to hear, thinking about one now with 42k think its alot of Miles?
songbird372 P that’s the mileage I had on mine when I got it. As long as it’s maintained well your good
Is there a replacement upgrade for the small size phone charging shelf? A modern size phone won't fit.
I gotta have one of these!!!
I like how twice he indirectly hints that women are the target buyer for this car but knows that if he says it directly, someone will probably get offended
The typical buyer will be my height (5"7) or shorter lol. Slick.
I'm disappointed that you can't get the Mark Levinson sound system in the US version of the NX. I really don't understand why Lexus removed it from the US version of the NX.
The new RX's steering is extremely numb in case you were wondering. The looks/interior are great imo though. If you can get your hands on it, I would love to see a review
i think i found my car, and no im not a young professional female, but i do still appreciate the mirror lol
I love this thing. In Fsport it's the best looking in its class. Tinted with a nice set of wheels the NX looks bad ass. The LED headlights look really cool at night.
Stop calling things "bland" every brand makes bland cars Lexus is no different. Acura makes bland cars BMW has bland models Audi has bland models. Every auto makers has bland cars bland. Bland or regular cars are whats sale the most and bring in money for the company. Stop trying to bash them. Also please stop bringing up the Rav-4.
Lexus is a Tier one Luxury brand anyone that thinks others is bullshiting. Lexus has proven years ago that they can run with the Germans. Lexus is the only Japanese brand really and truly giving the Germans a run for their money.
Am i the only one who notices the delay in the gauges in comparison to the engine noise?
thats just the camera
13:56 Did you mean XC 60? I'm pretty sure XC90 is even bigger than the RX
please get a 2016 acura rdx. theres not many reviews on it
+Loretta Butler It has been requested, just waiting for Acura to loan us one :)
is ugly anyways, and lets not talk about the interior
I think i like the Acura better. The lexus's looks are not its strong suit.
+Loretta Butler there is nothing special about it , just also run.
+Loretta Butler and acura look any better with them ugly headlights look like a bug a bug coming at you. and the interior looks like a damn 2007 honda.
Why did they put such a large rotary knob for drive mode select? What a waste of space. Maybe they should have put the engine start button down there instead.
Red makes it look fancy
VERY NICE review! Everything I was thinking about before buying was covered.
So SF, I was interested in the 2018/2019mazda cx5 but it was sluggish and the turbo, albeit awesome, is new and put the car just too far out of my budget soooooooo, I was considering getting a 2015/16 nxt that has similar power as the turbo, especially the SPORT. In 2019, do you think this car is still a super value if purchased with less tha 50k miles for anywhere between 24 and 27k$?
Thanks...I need help
For some reason I like the look of this more than the second gen
When are you gonna do a review on the 2016 Lexus GS?
Like your reviews, straight to the point.... ☝️
I love the car but hate a few thing...no cubby space, a track pad? Can’t aftermarket the radio?
Thank you for the review. You do such a great job covering everything in your videos! Would you happen to know which gray color is displaced in the video? (there are a couple clips of it) Thanks again!!
Can you please explain how does this car feel when driving? Like how's the handling and steering?
Now thats weird if this is the Fsport model with Premium package why didn't they add Navigation with it instead of making you pay $2k more to get it that's terrible!
I love those 18" wheels on this tester! I'm looking at getting those wheels for any NX that my family gets that doesn't already have those wheels
How is the audio system?
Excellent informative review 👍🏼
Comments here are all about how bad/good looking the "Lexus grill" is. So Lexus is doing BBQs now????
Well ask bmw now why the be making bbq grill
here in Europe You can have 360 cameras view in nx200t, in prestige trim :)
I'm curious to find out about that turbo on a 4 cylin 2L engine
Good review! Torn between RDX and this one.
A. Olaer Same here. The NX definitely looks better though.
A. Olaer I would go with the RDX
A. Olaer Same I would go for the Rdx Honda Acura makes reliable cars and its cheaper and less striking design not that thats a bad thing
Carboy 13 And a Lexus isn't reliable? Reliability between Acura and Lexus shouldn't even be mentioned. The Lexus is #1 in reliability. Acura is good too just not as.
@@FinestInstinct yea but that turbo on nx200t might not last to long.
I would love one of these. I love Lexus!!!
Is this the only Lexus with an F-Sport package that doesn't get the usual F-Sport instrument panel?
David think only the IS has that
Wth...did ya just compare NX cargo volume with XC90!!?
How come my NZ 200t has More options then this sports one? For example example on the right side on steering wheel the bottom square black of batons has 4 batons not 2 like this sports one. Mouse pad controls by the finger, advanced cruise control, navigation.
love ur videos. very cool and interesting to watch
I would have loved to hear the car without any of the artificial noise from the speakers.. this would be the first thing I‘d turn off in this nice little car.
Excellent review!
Hope engine sound better in reality 🙂
Anyone knows why was produced only for a limited time?
Love my Lexus NX!!!
J Wayne stil have it?
Did you ever had any problems with your lexus nx200?
What year please answer these questions
My mom just bought one today damn its nice
i need this in my life
Was this the last review filmed before the massive winter storm? Because I doubt we're getting a review for a while.
+Elliott Manning It sure was, we managed to film the 2016 Altima just before the storm hit, you should see videos uploaded in our regular amount, will be working on the Cherokee review this week!
Good review
I wonder if this is better than getting a rx350?
I thought the f sport is supposed to have the sliding speedometer?
only the "is" models have that feature
Great review ty
They probably can't offer the 8 speed because of the way they mounted the engine in those car compared to their other cars with the 2.0 Turbo.
He basically said this was a chick car twice without actually saying it. Well done.
It's true. You see women driving these things.
😊
Daniel Gillrup it’s a family car it’s made for a couple with a baby
Thanks for the details I'll stick to the rav4 awd for better mpg (real world reviews have shown the awd version consistently getting 23.5 city and 28hwy) much higher clearance and I like the stereo placement better fit aftermarket upgrades. I do like the look of lexus and the interior upscale but not the turbo engine and less cargo space with much more added weight. If only they offered a rugged version that fixed this issues that someone like myself have with it. I want to have a great eco car non hybrid for my food delivery job, with more luxury, yet still be versatile off road or in inclement weather. I prefer the 2.5 n/a for a more consistent mpg.
what's wrong with 6 speed?
Is it just me, or does the exterior of this car look very similar to the Mazda CX-3?
is just you
Yeah. Just you. Lol
+luigynkaren062011 Lmaoooo
From the profile angle it does. With the longer snout like the Maazda
lol you funny
Can you do a review on a 2016 Lexus RX Fsport?
It's like post modern abstract grille. The designers were desperate and there are only so many geometry to use as Audi and BMW mastered the art of front grilles! Everyone else is left scrounging for a design language. It reminds me of a black widow or a Battlestar Cylon. I prefer Recaros, but the interior is Japanese (some quirky-ness) luxury. For the money and reliability, I would drive a Lexus these days...but I can't afford it.
At 15:53, wow my 2015 Scion xB with 2.4L 2AZ-FE makes 163 hp and 163 ibs pounds of torque, and it has 22 mpg and 28 on a highway, same as that???? Wow. But damn that 238 hp and 256 ibs pounds of torque. Man I would love to have that, upgrade for 55mm precision turbocharger with intercooler, and 3” dual custom cat back exhaust. And it’s gonna sound beautiful
And maybe custom cold air intake system, Hopefully they have that
Why would you not consider Lexus, Acura and Infiniti a tier one luxury brand .... they differentiate themselves from their consumer brands unlike German brands (with the exception of Audi/Volkswagen) BMW and Mercedes Benz are not considered luxury brands in Europe and yet they make you pay a hefty premium by only offering only the top trims in North America
+PedoBear Of course BMW and Mercedes are considered luxury brands in Europe.
Audi, BMW, Mercedes are considered luxury in Europe as well.
Hi, sofyan. My dad is 6'0" or 6'1", do you think he would fit comfortably in this car? thanks.
totally my friend is 6'0 and he fits well
Doesn't this car compete with the X1? They're similar sizes. The X3 I thought competes with the RX more than this size class.
Looking at a used one now. 75,000 miles
Time for a 2018 NX review
I saw this in person.Its a beautifullll Suv
Can you do a review on the 2018 Nx 300 F-sport please.
CANT WAIT UNTIL U DO THE CHRYSLER VAN 2017
HI RICKY
HEY MAN HOW'S EVERYTHING
it has Qi charging (pronounced 'chi,') not "Q A" charging.
such as the Acura rdx just to name a few lol you named 1
Apple carplay or android auto?
The turbo engine is a deal breaker for me pitty because I like the style
Great job!!
What package is the asc coming in?
Faraz Javed It's only on the F Sport models, and it comes on in Sport Mode.
Can someone show us a reference where Lexus stated that they made this car for women?
He said the driver is 5'7 or shorter and then he said it comes with a mirror. What car comes with and compact size mirror total chick car.... I want it. Lmao
@@khatwoman
I'm 6'1
Should I buy?
you gotta update your home page, never shows any new videos on there
It's a nice car. I saw a few on the road in that last month.
Good Job Sofyan!! I like this vehicle but the cargo area is puny compared to may other entries. I have question. What are your thoughts on the ride? I have heard it rides hard.
+carguy812 Thank you! I actually talk about the ride during the test drive ;). But to answer your question here, I found the ride to be on the firmer side, which I don't mind but those buyers used to the softness of the RX might take issue with the NX's ride quality.
Could you please get a lexus lx570.
How do you know NX customers are gonna be 5'7" or shorter?
He thinks the main market will be women. On average, 5' 7" or shorter
Redline, would you do a review on a 2016 lincoln navigator?
I will have to add that there is absolutely ZERO turbo lag on this car. You don’t know turbo lag till you put a 60MM turbo on a 4 cylinder car.
Why you didn't mention AMG's 4 cylinder turbo with those no-lag VW or BMW engines?
+Ali Daneshvar Because AMG doesnt compete with this Lexus. They are more high performance cars compared to the NX soft comfortable cruiser