All-New 2022 Lexus NX 350 review // Four new models!
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- Опубліковано 4 лип 2024
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This sia a Motormouth couple car review of the all-new 2022 Lexus NX 350, NX25, NX350h and NX450h+ models. NX 250 - 2.5L 4-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic transmission, 203 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. FWD available in the US. NX 350 - 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic transmission, 275 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. NX 350h - 2.5L 4-cylinder with Lexus hybrid drive matched with an ECVT, 239 total system horsepower. NX 450h+ - 2.5L 4-cylinder with Lexus plug-in hybrid drive with an ECVT, 302 total system horsepower. 61 km/37 miles of EV range. The NX is wider, taller and longer than the outgoing model with a 14% increase in cargo space with the second row in use. The new Lexus NX is 20 mm wider, 5 mm taller and the wheelbase is 30 mm longer. The exterior doesn’t look as angular as the outgoing model, it is more rounded, it has an enhanced spindle grille, 18” wheels with optional 20” wheels. The back end has slim LED taillights and a full light bar with the Lexus script. All NX models come with run flat tires now to save space in the cargo area, there is no longer a spare tire. Instead, you get under floor storage and for the Hybrid or PHEV, it’s where the battery is stored. There is an available hands free power liftgate. The Lexus NX comes standard LED headlights and LED taillights with optional triple beam headlights. Designers took a lightweight and compact approach reducing the overall gross weight of the NX 350h by 210 pounds.The exterior doesn’t look as angular and sharp as the outgoing model, but it still has the big grille we’ve come to expect from Lexus. It comes standard with 18” wheels, optional 20” wheels. The backend has slim LED taillights and a full light bar with the Lexus script. All NX models come with run flat tires, there is no longer a spare tire but extra storage under the cargo floor. The NX 350 comes standard with LED headlights and taillights with optional triple beam headlights, which our F Sport model has. There have been some fantastic upgrades to the interior, gone is the trackpad, instead a standard 9.8” touchscreen, an optional 14” which our test model has, wireless Apple Carplay and Android, E-latch door handles and Safe Exit Assist. A new digital latch system allows the doors to open smoothly at the touch of a button when exiting or entering. Safe Exit Assist works in conjunction with the E-latch door handles and scans the area to let you know if cyclists or cars are approaching before you open the door. If it senses something, it will not allow you to open the doors. There is a manual lever, you can override the system is you choose to do so.
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That speed bump moment 🤣😂
That needs to be included in the "best of" for this channel.
We should really add some bloopers to the reviews, there are always some funny moments when we are filming.
@@naveenthemachine Really, that's pretty funny!
Amazing..just what Lexus needed…now onto the RX for 2023 hopefully. Thanks for the great review Kirk
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Zach nailed it with his final words:
"the biggest selling feature of this car; it's a Lexus..." Zach knows the value of the badge.
It could also be a more upscale Rav4.
@Fire Heart no, not really.....think about Jaguar , lol
I wish the value extended beyond just the badge.
Yes lexus is a beautiful prestige brand and a prestige badge is wonderful.
@@kubanskiloewe or genesis too. Genesis is not a Fancy Hyundai Tucson or Santa fe
That was the first ever coffee cup holder test that I ever seen done in a car review. It look's like it did well with the speed bump test. Great review!
It sure does hold up, that was a big bump. Glad you enjoyed the review.
A top 5 review, thanks to the speed bump and your responses. So glad you kept that in the video.
Run-flats are brutal. First thing I did on my Alfa Romeo Giulia was to remove them and put on Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4's. Carry a dedicated flat repair kit and compressor and you will be able to handle any flat. For those time when you have a major blowout, runflats ain't gonna help either. Nothing worse than a luxury vehicle with loud tires.
This is definitely on my shopping list next year! 15 Lexus loyal customer will keep getting nothing but a Lexus
Yep, i’m still driving my 2010 RX 350 and I still love it. But I may take a hard look at the new NX in the next couple of years or whenever I decide to get a new vehicle!
@@eleanormassaro5195 Lexus is slacking you’re better off switching to Acura, Genesis, or Volvo now.
@@AFCompany I highly doubt that even though I like what Genesis is doing and Acura, that won’t stop me necessarily from buying another Lexus
@@eleanormassaro5195 I’d at least test drive them. I think you’d be surprised at how Lexus is not more luxurious than them anymore. However no one will beat Lexus customer service that’s for sure.
@@AFCompany yes, it would be hard to leave Lexus, for me anyway. Great customer service, great reliability!
personally love the e-latch system…it makes more sense to grab the handle and press the button where your thumb would naturally rest instead of pulling on a door latch and then moving your hand to grab the handle…plus the added pedestrian safety aspect…it is very windy where I live, in the moment it takes to move your hand from the latch to the handle your door gets blown open with force…the e-latch will definitely make a difference as you already have a firm grip on the handle when it releases…
Love your reviews! Already ordered the NX350h with luxury trim because of the panoramic moonroof and new amazing safety features
What a great review ! Thank you both . I own a 2016 F sports, and this review will seriously help for the upgrade
A couple of my favourite reviewers - very knowledgeable and very down to earth.
Thank you for the kind words!
Those were probably the best footage of how they look in the street driving by. Thank you!
Glad you like them!
Another great review .. I love how you both have different but legit opinions …
Thank you for this, we really appreciate it.
The speed bump part was a classic good job you put the coffee down🤣 lovely looking car that's a dream family car for me right there
Love the speed bump scene!
Thanks, we were laughing pretty hard.
Thanks for the review Andrea and Zack. This new Lexus NX is really nice...good see restraint with the gloss black plastic on the interior. This will be a home run for Lexus!
Thanks for watching!
Love how you two do outside shots while the car is in motion
Thank you!
I'm interested in this for next year. Thanks you
Best thing in your reviews is the cinematic videos of the car
Great video Andrea! This very nice but shifter is kind of odd. I laughed when you guys hit the speed bump and I had to see that twice. 😆 great job Andrea! 👍🏻👏🏻👊🏻
Aaah thank you! So glad you enjoyed it. Yes, it was quite the speed bump!
What a nice car. You guys are doing an excellent job.
Thank you for the kind words, we really appreciate it 😊
This will be my 3rd NX f sport. I can’t wait!
Best cars review in Canada thanks Zack and Andrea !
Wow, thanks!
I've got a 2017 NX 200t. Quite happy with it (other than the painful-tainment system). Looks like a great update!
And thanks for the great review!
Hey I just bought one and I am really loving it.
WOW GREAT INFORMATION , GOOD REVIEW, NICE VIDEO
Thank you so much!
Great review! 👏
Its good to see Lexus coming out with all new updated models. The NX packs a long list of features, and the interior looks fantastic with the new 14" screen interface and design language. I still like the Genesis GV70 however and would definitely cross shop the two models.
Thanks glad you enjoyed it.
On the same boat with you.. might consider RDX as well depending on the pricing, but dont like the current Honda's/Acura's infotainment system..
Their GV70 review noted 40% retained value after 4 years. This review notes NX will retain 56% at 5 years. Food for thought.
@@msmith3537 point taken. I would lease for 3 or 4 yrs most likely. Either way the Lexus will be worth more absolutely.
Picking mine up on Saturday! I’ll be one of iff not the first person in Australia 🇦🇺 to get one!! So pumped
This is a winner!
Nice video
Hey Zack. I'm the one guy who likes his run flat tires! :) I've been driving a 2019 BMW X3 for 2 and a half years with run flat tires and been very happy to know that I won't be stranded somewhere with a flat tire in the rain, snow or soaring heat. Had two punctures over this period and BMW replaced both at no additional cost to me. (I am paying $15 a month for this free tire replacement feature, but worth it to me.) If it wasn't for the much higher price of run flats, people would love them more! But the function definitely gives piece of mind. And it's not noticeably louder, especially not in the city. Cheers from Vancouver.
Depends how far you are from home. We had friends who were stranded with a shredded tire and no replacement to be found.
Pure awesomeness! As a former Lexus owner, I like this new design look...its very futuristic. It also as pricey.
Another amazing video Andrea and Zack!
Thank you so much!
Guys nice job
zack is being a car critique and doing his job
I love how your pushing the throttle makes him nervous. Lol!
beautifull very nice narrative.❤🎉
and besutifull car.mone coming next month
Amazing review :) Lexus is a Lexus nothing like a Lexus :)
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
can't wait for RX next year
thanks
That front grill though...guppy or alien vs predator? Zak, your face at 8:14! Priceless! LOL!
My girlfriend just ordered an NX350 with the Ultra Luxury package, which is essentially identical to the car you tested, minus the HUD, the F Sport suspension/active dampers, and the F Sport styling. Same interior/exterior colours. It's supposed to be arriving on October 8th. Exciting!
Great review!!! I really like it
But why the runflats? If you get it puncture, you'll have to buy a nee tyre.
Redline reviews and thestraightpipes posted the same time but chose to watch your first
Thank you, we appreciate that!
Nice!
NX's new infotainment system is good enough to choose over the mousepad variety in the RDX, let alone the hybrid and PHEV versions.
They don't mention that it will be built alongside the RAV4 in Cambridge Ontario starting February 2022.
Zack always hit the timing on the notification bell; right on the dot 👏👏👏
ever thought he first does it then they match the bell to it in editing?
in terms of the horsepower, don't forget that this NX weighs over 4,000 lbs... that's a lot to haul even with 275bhp. But I could live with that I guess because of Toyota quality. Appreciate the honest review like with the Shifter, and no reclining rear seat... really in a luxury SUV...
If the NX is this nice I can only imagine how epic the next gen RX and LX will be
Exactly! I can't wait to see what they do.
Nice review thanks. The model you tested in the model NX to buy.
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it.
This is a huge improvement over the last NX. I've never bought a Lexus. Their quality is top notch but their designs have been way over the top for me. But somehow this has cleaned up the design language and it looks very sharp. AND which level of trim would you go for Zack?
That speed hump bought out the Dukes of Hazzard moment. Made me laugh 😃. That transmission looks too quirky. Keep it simple Lexus. Great review. 👍
@@naveenthemachine yes I agree. Although it is a shock when you don't see the humps when they are in shade. I had mum yell out speed hump as I am driving a road I should know well. Yes I am a huge Dukes of Hazzard fan. Thanks from Melbourne Australia. 250 days in lockdown city.
Lexus sound like my Toyota when it go beast mode 😛
I was waiting for this, thank you! Pre-ordered my NX 350 Turbo AWD F Sport here in Australia and can't wait to test drive it! Also the point about the BMW X3 being better, agreed that BMW offers better handling/driving dynamics. That was one of the other vehicles I shortlisted in this segment but the M40i is super expensive and the other engines are less powerful than the 2.4 Turbo on the NX. The xDrive30i is close to it but costs more - and even more when we add in some packs to get some of the features that are standard on this NX. Sadly, Acura is not available here in Australia. So, looking at the retained value, reliability and ownership costs of Lexus vs BMW, I'd pick Lexus any day! Genesis has worse resale value than BMW as you guys quoted in your GV70 review. I'd go for BMW only if I was filthy rich.
BMW is less reliable since decades now.
LEXUS > German brands
One good thing about Genesis in Canada is the $0 cost of ownership besides gas.. they offer a free maintenance for 5 years together with 5 years comprehensive warranty..
@@billyteodocio7485 German brands > Lexus. Much nicer interiors, more tech, better style, better performance, handling etc.
@@kristians2704 no wonder those German cars are not very reliable and got low resale value..
what alot of people dont know and why toyota cars are handling leaps and bounds becuasue when toyota & BMW made the z4/supra....toyota got the handling tech from BMW & BMW got the HYBRID tech from toyota plus their braking etc
Great review guys and good looking interior minus the blood red leather.
When comparing alternatives would it be fair to say that the NX is more inline with the Audi Q3 rather than the Q5? I have the latest Q3 here in Australia and when I did my homework and test drove competitors the next Lexus up from the NX was the RX which the dealer advised and you could clearly see was NOT the direct competitor for the Q5 in size and price. I’m thinking the NX is definitely a Q3 competitor.
Keep up the good work!
I think NX directly competes with Audi Q5 (because of the price and size) and the UX competes with Q3 (and I confident the Q3 blows out UX without a doubt!).
It will be interesting to see a review on 2022 Q5 VS NX.
@Motormouth, thanks again for another wonderful review. I find your reviews practical somehow. Anyways, I decided to get the GV70 2.5T after watching the reviews and test driving it. I did test drive the Q5 and X3 but the interior where most of the time I will be in touch with the car didn't compare well to the GV70. I get delivery day after tomorrow. But now I am having some tough time with the Lexus Badge Snobs in my family. How do I handle them???? :D
Take them for a drive....
Can I just say that I like run-flats. It's nice to know that a high-speed blowout isn't going to cause any drama and that extra space is worth having. Sure, the ride is firmer and there's a marginal increase in noise but they're a small price to pay.
That shifter looked easy to manipulate, do you think it would be good for someone with arthritus? Maybe that's what the door handle is about? Good think coffee's come with firmly attached lids, that was some bump lol.
Please review the NX350H.
Hi guys,
I agree with Zac leave things along ,
Also that speed bump actually was big hit but passed the test way to go made me laugh out loud.😆
Fantastic video team. Been looking forward to this one as this car is a serious consideration with the hybrid model. Those run flat tires are a major disappointment.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!
Hey guys thank you for the videos. Could you please let us know the price of the vehicle you guys tested? Thanks in advance!!
450h is where it’s at, I want one so bad😭
8:14
My favorite part!!😂😂😂
The design is cute.
One (minor) con: an un-inspired design for the info display (and I mean that it has a strange vibe of a 1950 radio).
Everything looks top notch, agree with Zach with the handle and shifter but I'd like to add a couple of things... touch sensitive steering wheel and HVAC controls are not good for tactile responses. Hated the new Audi interiors with dual screens instead of hard buttons and I was really disappointed to see that the prior premium-feeling buttons and knobs are replaced with 99% screen which is cheaper to manufacture and just feels gross to control.
must agree with the shifter..whatever happened to the KISS principle..I do not want a mind twister to put my vehicle in gear..love the outake...maybe we broke it...just put it back..nobody will notice,,lol..think a low miles used one more up my alley..Have a great Thanksgiving..gobble gobble
Would you pick the F sports or sports luxury version?
Hmm, I have an original 2015 fully loaded NX. Im going to miss that unique front end they had.
I’ve never been a fan of the styling but it’s nicer looking now with less of the peculiar bumps and angles of the prior version. I’m more interested in the 450h plug-in hybrid. However, if the stealers/dealers jack up the price because of high demand and short supply, then I’ll look at Genesis rather than the non-plug-in Lexus versions. Or I could go all electric.
Hi Zack, did it have the same headroom issue on the passenger front that the Rav 4 had? Is it equal to the drivers side? Great review! Thanks!!
Height adjustable on the trim we had.
Tempted to trade in my Rav prime for a ‘23 450h+ next year 🤔
Seems good. However, steering from others mention it is too light.
I want to see the 9.8 inch infotainment! Can't find it anywhere!
Thank you for this video. I’m planning on getting the NX 350 Fsport. Any truth to the rumors that we won’t be able to buy one until after the first of the year?
The on-sale date is December but might not be until later in the month.
Hi great review. Thanks for adding the Canadian pricing. Does that include freight and prep? And do you have the up-charge for the 350 with Fsport and the 450h+ with Fsport?
Unfortunately we didn't get any specs that include packages at this time and it's MSRP pricing.
@@andreaspencer9813 ok just got them for all trims
As usual, love your reviews. Love that gray/red combination. They need this in an EV. I agree, standardized shifter please. Run flats, oh what a big mistake. Put the spare back in or make it an option. Is there place for a spare?
I could easily buy any of the prestige brands and thats why i own a lexus, but i always look at other prestige brands as well.
Is it available in US?
Thanks for a great review.
In December
Is this 450h+ a lot more quiet or comfortable than the rav4 prime?
Can you do a GV70 vs NX review? I really wish the GV70 had a hybrid instead of a premium gas guzzler...
The GV70 won't be getting a hybrid sadly. They're just going to go straight to an all electric model which will be unveiled soon in Korea.
@@johnholst Yep, GV70e. Makes buying a GV70 now instead of a 350h a hard sell…
@@PawpiChoolo Yes for some people, you're certainly right. Not everyone wants to drive ev cars though. It's nice that they have a choice.
I second this.. please make that review.. if you will, can you do the 2.5L GV70 vs NX350(non hybrid)
Thanks
The turbo version of NX comes with all wheel drive. How about the RDX?
Yes, the shifter is sort of cumbersome.
Can u review the new Lexus LS that also has the new interface
I agree with the sentiment of not changing things just for the sake of change. It's so unnecessary and ends up making things that were simple, more cumbersome.
Electric door handles are integrated with the active safety systems
Still waiting for RAV4 Prime...
When will this NX450H+ be available in Ontario???
Oh, I don't know. Just sat in a 2022 NX a few days ago. Raised the car seat to suit my height of 5'7". Still, trying to look over the hood at the road was like trying to look over a mountain. Uhhh. And such a cramped looking cabin. I just walked away. In contrast, the new 2022 ES300h is a delight, so spacious, big trunk, even a spare tire despite being a hybrid. That's the one for me. Too bad, I was so looking forward to the NX. For me, gas mileage is important; it is 44 miles a gallon (USA gallons) for the ES300h. The NX hybrid is pretty darn good at 39 mpg. Awesome mileage for an SUV, I'd say. Lexus cars are hard to come by these days due to the global chip shortage, and dealers give zero discounts now. Some charge thousands more than list price is what the dealer said.
I'm with you, why reinvent the wheel?
Zack is not being negative, Zack is just being Zack, aka auto journalism Dinosaur in a good way. 😂
Very impressed with The NX we bought 2 in the premium trim.. one turbo & the other a hybrid..got used the shifter best Lexus to date! RDX had no hybrid & the interior is outdated.. would not consider an Audi a non-reliable😅 total refinement
Such a nice looking vehicle.
Not sure if the backseat area has temperature control. That to me is more important than Andrea’s heated steering wheel :):)
Can you two please add this to your reviews when a car has to is available as an option?
As a luxury brand it really should have it … Acura RDX does and is cheaper.
I don’t like the bright white of the huge info screen when items are being selected.
I just watched Straightpipes review and there are a lot of quirky things with the info system … when volume knob is adjusted … screen is interrupted to show volume change … entirely blanking out other info for a few seconds. Etc.
I just want to point out these are prototype models that we were able to drive, something that Lexus and Toyota don't ever allow, they will all be crushed and not sold. Straight pipes may have had some issues with the infotainment screen, we didn't. But, with the chip shortage, it's been difficult for manufacturers. We are just happy we were able to drive one. So things are definitely not perfect in these prototype vehicles, but they aren't the finished product. We can definitely add in temperature control in the backseat, thanks for the tip.
@@andreaspencer9813
Thanks for considering adding that feature. :):)
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.
I agree with Zach. Keep it simple Lexus. Stick with normal door handles and shifters. Thanks for the review!
Call me insecure but no spare tire is a no-no to me - plus the cost of replacement tires. The ''noisy engine'' in the RDX can be solved by disconnecting the ''active sound'' module. Still happy with my A Specs!
Yeah, I'm not sure why manufacturers are getting rid of the spare tires. It's sounds good until you get a nail in a tire you can't swap it out
It's because of CAFE standards. They want to get better fuel economy all around so manufacturers are forced to take all sorts of measures to see a reduction in fuel consumption over the entire fleet. You'll notice they use low viscosity oil (0W20), start stop, cylinder deactivation, spare tire delete, automatic decoupling of the AWD system and turbocharging. All of that doesn't benefit the individual customer but lowers the fleet consumption.
The bump scene is so funny. I don’t think it is that easy to break.
Funny you went over a speed bump with the Lexus run flat tires. No flex on the sidewalls means your wheels most likely became airborne.
What watch is Zack wearing? The dial looks great.
Blue vintage Tudor Submariner "Snowflake"
Far too gimmicky, I agree with Zach. I much prefer the styling of the Genesis G70 to this Lexus. However, the Mazda CX-5 Signature Turbo might still be the overall best bargain buy in comparison. Although, Lexus resale value is hard to argue with..... awesome video as always, enjoy your work!! =)
Oh yeah. As I predicted anything beats the nx. Even the cx5 signature turbo. , Rdx, gv70 or even the Hyundai Santa Fe calligraphy or tuscon limited