2016 Lexus NX200t - Redline: Review

With the brands first-ever turbocharged engine, a polarizing design, and the promise of dynamic handling capabilities to rival the best from Europe, Lexus may be late to the compact crossover party, but is this all-new NX200t worth the wait?

[@eden20111]

My grandma got one fully loaded. She went from her 2004 Avalon to this. I was like damn she still got her game on 😂

[@legrang133]

i was about to buy one until i heard about your grandma

[@tungstenwhizard4361]

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...

[@datacipher]

@@legrang133lol.. this is definitely a seniors or chick-mobile demographic. I just said that in a review of the ux 200. 😊

[@HabibRKO]

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

[@Viralityoflife]

Slim Habibi 100% true. Lexus vehicles drive SO nice. Smooth and quiet.

[@godfatherNYC]

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.

[@Viralityoflife]

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

[@godfatherNYC]

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.

[@godfatherNYC]

Beaky, you're high. Almost all critics talk about how amazing Lexus interiors are.

[@brandonso]

Power hatch is a $400 option?! That should be standard on every Lexus.

[@andre26261095]

This guy made a Mistake power hatch is standard on the Nx model you don't have to buy the Fsport to get it

[@wintyforever]

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.

[@dygardion9130]

people talk crap about the grill audi grills are just as big! I prefer the lexus grill better. looks better to me

[@dygardion9130]

+Ivan Nichols lol like he said it's a love it or hate it

[@crescentcab8365]

Sorry about the comment.

[@Toyota4Life]

I love the grill. Looks badass. Very bossy.

[@luigynkaren062011]

+Toyota4Life hell yeah its beitiful!!

[@dygardion9130]

+Toyota4Life I agree, I feel lexus took a risk and it's paying off, no more boring safe design

[@malcolm0471]

I have this vehicle with the mouse pad control and the automatic lift gate. I love this vehicle!!!

[@greggpeabody4470]

VERY NICE review! Everything I was thinking about before buying was covered.

[@frizzerella]

Very helpful, in-depth review of 2016 NX200t. And there aren't many reviews of this level or length available. Enjoyed watching it.

[@Kevin09210]

This thing is beautiful in person. Its so different :D

[@shelbygtrag5859]

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!

[@stellastephens9133]

how much did u pay for? any deals?

[@angelbluerider9588]

Any turbo lag??

[@RobDaman]

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.

[@Pinkpoetry14]

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!!

[@first4851]

love ur videos. very cool and interesting to watch

[@iishyxvietxboyii1]

I think I'm addicted to redline when it comes to auto reviews lol

[@2004cyrus]

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!

[@100cvcv8]

he's gay af

[@iishyxvietxboyii1]

@@100cvcv8 You're an asshole!!!

[@Unsalted375]

@@100cvcv8 lol

[@datacipher]

@@100cvcv8I don’t think it’s a secret lol.

[@eddielorenzana2320]

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.

[@azadr9231]

Excellent review!

[@IssaMRajab-su5lh]

Like your reviews, straight to the point.... ☝️

[@aussie8114]

Excellent informative review 👍🏼

[@andre26261095]

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!

[@chrischri6143]

Great review ty

[@InVaFromNYC]

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.

[@owascoshaw]

Nice, how has it been so far and how has the cargo and passengers been?

[@soyphea8697]

I am still looking for 2016 fsport now

[@andrewweaver45]

Great job!!

[@MrHav1k]

I gotta have one of these!!!

[@NileshR12]

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

[@nucciboy1]

Just picked one up. Love it

[@songbird372p7]

Thats good to hear, thinking about one now with 42k think its alot of Miles?

[@nucciboy1]

songbird372 P that’s the mileage I had on mine when I got it. As long as it’s maintained well your good

[@AbsoluteMdot]

I would love one of these. I love Lexus!!!

[@svdmaele]

If I had the money, I would get the Fsport just to have that grill.

[@BigBoss-ps6vk]

Can you please explain how does this car feel when driving? Like how's the handling and steering?

[@SHKim-xr1jl]

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!

[@miketiller6046]

Pretty good review

[@AlexSchwartzATV]

That coke mirror.

[@K8FACE90]

LMAO!

[@lizardgreen2121]

lol lol it totaly is one. why the hell else is it there

[@andresospina1561]

women

[@donnaleblanc3726]

LOL!

[@iishyxvietxboyii1]

When are you gonna do a review on the 2016 Lexus GS?

[@kathmandun8749]

Good review

[@Mrrossthaboss2000]

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

[@TheEuroperules]

I saw this in person.Its a beautifullll Suv

[@KnightxxArrow]

It's a nice car. I saw a few on the road in that last month.

[@brianthomas3249]

Time for a 2018 NX review

[@MrFerrarifreak8]

Red makes it look fancy

[@MarvFitBikesKicks]

i need this in my life

[@NPDrives]

Nice review. Have you driven/reviewed the new 2017 Lincoln MKC? If not you should review it with 2.0 and 2.3L engines. I was surprised how well the lincoln rides. I am actually looking to lease a compact SUV and i am stuck between the MKC 2.3L and NX200t F-Sport. Lincoln is very sporty, drives and feels solid, so does the lexus. I am currently split 51% for Lexus and 49% fir Lincoln. And the reason is the backseat space in the Lincoln is VERY tight! Otherwise i feel like MKC is a better car with better driving tech such intelligent AWD and Adaptive damping suspension. Please review the 2017 2.3 MKC. Thanks!

[@pedrof830]

I'll take the Toyota/Lexus 6 speed auto over the crappy FCA nine speed.

[@henryyeh3911]

Can you do a review on the 2018 Nx 300 F-sport please.

[@coffeeblak86]

like the intro 👍

[@brucek.hoffman5868]

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...

[@siigghh8818]

When will you do a review in the 2016 rx 350?

[@ImNoHeroSCA]

My mom just bought one today damn its nice

[@jamin2222]

here in Europe You can have 360 cameras view in nx200t, in prestige trim :)

[@baldheadlogic]

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.

[@theredline]

+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.

[@TechnoAdamGuy]

I knew you were gonna review this car, Lexus's SUV that looks like there other sports cars. :) BTW, when are you gonna review the Range Rover TSE you have as your latest chariot Sofyan?

[@theredline]

+Induced Rhino438 We will be uploading the 2016 Jeep Cherokee next, than the Range Rover :)

[@matthewyim1736]

Redline, would you do a review on a 2016 lincoln navigator?

[@maxburgess7040]

Can't wait to see that Range Rover review, that should be pretty awesome!!

[@bigtah74]

I would like to see a review of the new Lincoln mkx or the Ford edge I'm thinking about getting one and I would like to see good review from you guys before I make a pick

[@mattaldrich6164]

Can you do a review on a 2016 Lexus RX Fsport?

[@EsenbekAliev_]

I own AWD 2017 Murano, I get 29mpg combined..... maxed out at 35mpg so far

[@Sandhu_RIS]

Driving Lexus Nx 2017 .... F3 sport ..amazing , no complaints , three years .....drives and smells like a brand new.

[@Sandhu_RIS]

ASC............you must be kidding where is that switch .........driving f3 sport never heard of it.

[@ahmedmq]

Anxiously waiting for the all new Mazda CX-9 TC. Awesome car. Can't wait to see you getting your hands on it ! ...

[@FurkanCemTurfanda]

This is one of the better implemented Lexus corporate faces.

[@elliottmanning4116]

Was this the last review filmed before the massive winter storm? Because I doubt we're getting a review for a while.

[@theredline]

+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!

[@dasmodul]

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.

[@bbhoustontx]

good point. If all or most driving in town who cares right?

[@juanzingarello4005]

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.

[@nathantherealtorsonoma]

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.

[@borninhk1]

Do a review on the Mercedes-Benz GLC!

[@hipposnakeyo]

13:56 Did you mean XC 60? I'm pretty sure XC90 is even bigger than the RX

[@jimmonade]

Love my Lexus NX!!!

[@Platelunchexpress]

J Wayne stil have it?

[@angelbluerider9588]

Did you ever had any problems with your lexus nx200?

[@owascoshaw]

What year please answer these questions

[@toyotabrony]

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

[@SOTY824]

How is the audio system?

[@A-Oreal]

Good review! Torn between RDX and this one.

[@joe5hm03]

A. Olaer Same here. The NX definitely looks better though.

[@JP-er1on]

A. Olaer I would go with the RDX

[@stevec9929]

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

[@FinestInstinct]

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.

[@angelbluerider9588]

@@FinestInstinct yea but that turbo on nx200t might not last to long.

[@fhm4]

It'd be great if you review a 2015-2016 Subaru WRX with a manual. It's the top choice if I'd buy a new car (and had the money)

[@JOSUELITOlive]

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

[@jaykeyz2730]

The typical buyer will be my height (5"7) or shorter lol. Slick.

[@luigynkaren062011]

i love the NX if i had the money ill take an Fsport in white omg what a beuty!!

[@dant3113]

I'm curious to find out about that turbo on a 4 cylin 2L engine

[@cherielektra]

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

[@ericinfante1885]

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.

[@Ricky-ms4fu]

CANT WAIT UNTIL U DO THE CHRYSLER VAN 2017

[@mikewangg]

HI RICKY

[@Ricky-ms4fu]

HEY MAN HOW'S EVERYTHING

[@Platelunchexpress]

I love the car but hate a few thing...no cubby space, a track pad? Can’t aftermarket the radio?

[@jaredhak]

Hi, sofyan. My dad is 6'0" or 6'1", do you think he would fit comfortably in this car? thanks.

[@jameschoi9399]

totally my friend is 6'0 and he fits well

[@Fadic4]

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.

[@nairolfnednilruz]

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.

[@alidaneshvarss]

Why you didn't mention AMG's 4 cylinder turbo with those no-lag VW or BMW engines?

[@rayaanshaikh5830]

+Ali Daneshvar Because AMG doesnt compete with this Lexus. They are more high performance cars compared to the NX soft comfortable cruiser

[@iwearleatherjackets1]

Is this the only Lexus with an F-Sport package that doesn't get the usual F-Sport instrument panel?

[@kgisabeast]

David think only the IS has that

[@LukeO-1234]

such as the Acura rdx just to name a few lol you named 1

[@M67v]

Sounds like a Focus ST in sport mode.

[@alltheway99]

Hope engine sound better in reality 🙂 Anyone knows why was produced only for a limited time?

[@bribailey5714]

My principal has a silver one but it is the 300 Veryfit nice

[@erikyoo2835]

i think i found my car, and no im not a young professional female, but i do still appreciate the mirror lol

[@kenku5125]

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.

[@zachtravers1]

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.

[@tigerbalm666]

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.

[@vladworldzmason8244]

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.

[@gcccsc]

you gotta update your home page, never shows any new videos on there

[@boranars79]

Luxury car.❤

[@TeamSoBrokesTCG]

I'd love to see a 2016 Maxima Review

[@theredline]

+Adrian Espinoza You're in luck, we get the 2016 Maxima for a week on Monday ;)

[@xiebaiqin]

+Redline Reviews Are you going to review 2016 crv anytime soon?

[@vikk5459]

+Redline Reviews looking forward to a somewhat exciting review. Nice change from the hybrids and slow family sedans.

[@theredline]

+Qin Xie Please check out our full Redline Review on the 2015 CR-V Touring already on the channel, there are no changes to the CR-V for 2016.

[@angelbluerider9588]

Nissan is garbage.

[@lukehoisington4236]

GLC review??

[@CRVgarage]

Wth...did ya just compare NX cargo volume with XC90!!?

[@APOnCars]

Am i the only one who notices the delay in the gauges in comparison to the engine noise?

[@luigynkaren062011]

thats just the camera

[@seb5945]

How do you know NX customers are gonna be 5'7" or shorter?

[@baileym4708]

He thinks the main market will be women. On average, 5' 7" or shorter

[@baileypurvis8548]

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.

[@LUVXMIST72635]

Apple carplay or android auto?

[@danielgillrup9518]

He basically said this was a chick car twice without actually saying it. Well done.

[@Eeaotc02]

It's true. You see women driving these things.

[@DD-yo6cs]

😊

[@Spencerrojas]

Daniel Gillrup it’s a family car it’s made for a couple with a baby

[@nicologarcia]

Comments here are all about how bad/good looking the "Lexus grill" is. So Lexus is doing BBQs now????

[@shamerzaihan8638]

Well ask bmw now why the be making bbq grill