36 MPG and 36 Miles of EV Range | 2022 Lexus NX 450h+ Plug-in Hybrid

The new Lexus NX Plug-in Hybrid isn't just the longest range luxury crossover PHEV, it's also the most efficient. Besting the Volvo XC60 Recharge and Audi Q5 55 TFSI e by 9 MPG and a healthy bout of range, this might just be the greenest way to get a small luxury CUV in America.
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[@garrettw99]

I would totally buy this over the European competitors. Even though it is more expensive, it has more standard features, higher resale value, high reliability, and is the most efficient. And it finally has a competitive interior.

[@tristanajohnson]

Love the strategy of a plug in hybrid. Highway power when you need it, all electric functionality for short trips. Basically the benefits of an electric car without the range anxiety. They need to make this and the RAV4 prime more readily available.

[@chjinuevo815]

for many people, they would likely just fill the gas and rarely charge the battery because it's simply too much hassle to charge it every 26 miles ...if that's your daily commute, you have to charge it every night and that is a huge hassgle ..that is why PHEV would never really catch on.

[@korswe]

Range anxiety in daily driving is not really a thing anymore. I've driven an electric car for five years now.

[@erikpenabella599]

@@chjinuevo815 speak for yourself. Not hard to simply plug it in when you're done driving and then unplug when you're ready to drive.

[@mattbrew11]

@@chjinuevo815 a huge hassle to take a plug from the wall to the side? How do you survive the gas station?!

[@chjinuevo815]

do that for every 36 miles...and watch out for jammed EV charging lid, or handles..not hard..lol

[@davidcarroll8735]

5:50 thanks for the explanation on the power balance vs. the XC60 Recharge, excellent detail!

[@romairoblackstock5100]

It looks amazing.Definitely looks better than all its competition.

[@BillDeanCycle]

Awesome quick info - thanks

[@bmx7596]

loving my Rav4 Prime. Getting over 53+ full EV miles right now and stock 300hp isn't too bad either.

[@DUNGSTA]

No one cares

[@rosepaul9681]

Yes we do.

[@pedal66]

Nice! What kind of gas does the prime take?

[@rncondie]

I use non ethanol 88 octane and I fill up every 6 months. (6,000 miles) On vacation when I use gas exclusively I fill up with the cheap stuff 85 octane 10% ethanol and it zips along. No knocking. We like our Rav 4 Prime so much we bought a second Rav 4 Prime.

[@AndreyBanyuk]

@@rncondie picking up my second Rav4 Prime by the end of the month too. Awesome car from Japan!

[@mars353]

The RAV4 is hard to find and, when you do, the dealers have added a substantial markup. Hopefully, the Lexus won’t be the same way. I travel mostly in the city so an EV only option with 37 miles of range is fine for me. I don’t want a full EV until we have a charging network that isn’t a haphazard patchwork of overlapping and incompatible charging systems.

[@naveenthemachine]

I think the Lexus will be the same case. Hard to find without markups

[@mattbrew11]

I love that dealers do this because the alternative is waiting till your order comes in

[@bradyb9929]

This looks great. Really all the general public needs. Would suit my daily driving.

[@jissanhuq3792]

They’re gonna cost a pretty penny in this market

[@DUNGSTA]

Waif for a corvette

[@santillbrezon2161]

A very good review alex, and a beautiful vehicle.

[@ns123]

Thanks for the excellent review, as always very detailed. In Canada fully loaded PHEV will cost around CAD 82k, around 20k more than RAV4 prime (fully loaded), which sounds a bit expensive...(including taxes and destination).

[@AltaHangman]

Also the RAV4 Prime electric range is 42 miles. What accounts for the loss of 6 miles range with the Leuxus? Is just weight?

[@ns123]

@@AltaHangman I think, it's driveability....I mean probably more spirited and perky drive.. + more weight.

[@JoeGX460]

In Province of Quebec, you have a rebate for rechargeable hybrid and it is around 5000$.

[@jonkrispeterson6678]

Really hope Toyota adds more PHEV models. I would love a Highlander Prime, even knowing they would be $60k+. My guess they would be as rare as the NX 450 or RAV4 Prime.

[@PostprandialTorpor]

Same drivetrain as RAV4 prime. Mpg and ev range is less likely due to more sound dampening material and overall weight

[@oi32df]

But the drag coefficient is less on the Lexus compare with the rav with his front end of tacoma

[@DUNGSTA]

OK and?

[@patriciaKnightley]

RAV4 Prime - luxury edition and a bit more. But for some states, it’s >$50k and state incentives may not apply (“base manufacturers price”). Just do your research and you’ll be fine.

[@normt430]

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.

[@toprunner4806]

Are you out of your mind?

[@Luma_29]

I mean I dont think it really matters that its the slowest. Lexus knows their demographic, and the boost in power thanks to the new plug in hybrid system is just a bonus, not a hallmark. If Lexus wanted to compete with the other performance options in this segment its not like they dont have the funds to do so.

[@normt430]

@@Luma_29 to the keyboard racers it will always matter. Lexus has nothing competive in the performance area for like ever...well maybe LFA. They are bottom pack with f-sport destination. But like you said the 60-year olds don't care either way!

[@OffroadTV2023]

*Can't wait to see what Lexus come up with when comes to RX in 2023.*

[@JH-mt3pp]

I am curious to see what 2023 brings too.

[@FuncleChuck]

This is an Electric commuter with Hybrid Road-trip option. Even if you only use the 120V charger. I’d easily get to work on 30 miles EV, and even if I only had a 120V charger available I could get 20+ miles added before I leave for my all-electric trip home.

[@edwardgh57]

Would pick a Venza phev when available.

[@kasio22B]

Is the panoramic moonroof an option here? Do you have a NX 250 review or does anyone know a link? Everyone is reviewing the higher trim, can't find anywhere...

[@toronado455]

You mentioned the plug-in hybrid version of the BMW X3 (xDrive30e) , however, is that vehicle discontinued for 2022? I can't find it on the BMW website.

[@silverfox1234]

"New Toyota EV we will be seeing in about a month or so" Does that mean the SUV based on the Bz4x concept will be announced?

[@kdsewell01]

Alex! I can't find the full review for this plugin version of the NX. I did a couple of searches, am I missing something?

[@barry28907]

The ability to lock in EV operation (within limits) is a great feature. In my current PHEV, I baby the throttle in relaxed city driving to avoid starting the ICE, but I frequently fail, causing the ICE to run for a few seconds, then shut down again. From an engine-wear perspective, this is TERRIBLE! The NX would eliminate this problem. In theory, the lifespan of the ICE should be HUGELY improved!

[@bertito43]

Imagine the IS with this power train!!

[@barry28907]

Anybody have any idea where the average buyer can go to test drive vehicles that are (or in this case, will be) in very short supply? I've never bought a vehicle sight-unseen before. I'd travel to someplace like LA, if necessary...

[@slavikmama]

I would like one, where do I sign up? 😁👍

[@vitaly6312]

I think it would be nice to have a higher amount of ev range out of these things. Sure it takes battery space to do that, but it seems reasonable to ask for at least 50-60 miles of ev only range? Or are people using it simply as a hybrid system? I’m nearly 100% positive that this is the combination that Toyota is putting in their new Tacoma and 4Runner btw as a hybrid option.

[@gwot]

highly doubtful, I'd be surprised if Toyota put this system in the Tacoma and 4Runner. It would more likely be a inline motor system like what they did with the Tundra. What makes you "nearly 100% positive" this will go into their truck/suv?

[@Drogos79]

Acoustic glass front and sidewindows?

[@sansin6250]

Which model is best for driving on 2-4 inches of slushy snow, NX 350h, NX 450h+ or RX350h ?

[@DanDannyDanielleBob]

Doesn't rav4 prime have a spare and more storage? No spare is a deal killer for me honestly. I was just hoping for a fancier rav4 with a nicer interior, maybe that red leather lexus offers.

[@m.n.953]

Hi Yesterday I did a test drive for a Lexus nx 450h in hybrid mode, and I was surprised that for the duration of the test the sound of the electric motors was annoying... Is this normal for the hybrid mode? Another thing I felt was that the suspension system is not quite as good as described in the videos because I I felt it concretely in the street potholes and light bumps. Besides in the volvo xc60 b5 mild hybrid test nothing of this felt no annoying sounds and good behaviour suspensions. I really need your help what care should i buy. My hart tell me about lexus but volvo was better in test drive.

[@artdelac]

Thanks for your concise but still enjoyable video on the NX 450h +. I am very interested in getting this compact SUV. However, going to the Lexus (NJ, USA) website, I cannot seem to build the 450h + in Grecian Water (blue) exterior or your featured Redline (red) with the silver tone wheels. The website does not provide wheel options as the default is only the dark wheels (personally, not a fave look as they look dirty with black mud and built-up brake dust! LOL. Humbly, just a personal opinion and choice) I wonder if availability depends on the State? I also wonder if Lexus changed the combi options. From which State is the Lexus you tested?

[@lindyloulie80]

I'm late to this party, but I'll give you my knowledge of this subject. When I bought my NX450H+ in June, production and therefore availability of these cars was very limited. I read that they were basically only being shipped to a few states like California where emission requirement standards are very high, thus demand was high. Fortunately my dealership was high on the list for order deliveries. The cars were pretty much pre-sold, so it was by luck that I was able to see one in person before the buyer arrived to take delivery. BTW, at that time dealerships were tacking a $10K upcharge to the window sticker price. My friend and I both put deposits down two days later for cars that were on the way, but it was unknown when they would arrive. Turned out I got a call the very next morning that the truck had just arrived at the dealership with 5 NX's. I took delivery immediately and my friend had to wait until the dealer could find one in the color she wanted. By the time we left that day all 5 NX's were sold. It took 3 weeks for my friend's beautiful Cadmium Orange car to arrive . Since I had purchased my RX 350 there, and because my friend and I both bought cars, they cut the upcharge in half for each of us. I learned that several customers from other states, some as far away as Florida and Wisconsin, had purchased NX's from my dealership. They got their local Lexus dealerships to contact my dealership to get the cars. The customers fly here, pick up the car then drive it home. In the past 3 weeks I have made 10 180-mile round trips in very heavy traffic to and from downtown Los Angeles. I looked for, but never saw even one other of these new NX's - in any of the available colors, trims or power trains. Very limited rare birds indeed. Perhaps if/when Lexus brings production to either the US or Canada these cars will become more readily available. I see Lexus is now showing the NX in white on it's Christmas To Remember TV ads. Meantime, I LOVE mine! The only negatives are some infotainment glitches that have not been worked out - even with the latest update completed - and the road noise at freeway speeds.

[@shamanthjilla]

Drinking game: Take a shot everytime Alex says "Anyway you slice it"

[@naveenthemachine]

Take a shot every time Alex says “delta” 😆

[@patricksoon85]

Anyone know what the noise score was? Can't find the full review.

[@redeyecoffee3081]

Damn you know how to explain…I want a Lexus right now!

[@sabitbagirli7399]

does battery regenerating while driving or it should be only charged by plug?

[@siquanwu3131]

450H+ is on my list, no doubt, time to upgrade again, from a 15 years loyal Lexus customer

[@paull7937]

I understand now why we can't get a Rav4 prime because the big battery is for Lexus NX450H.

[@borinvlogs]

Looks great. Reminds me of my wife's CHR 2.0 Hybrid.

[@dhuntington6009]

I got mine on order from a Los Angeles dealer at MSRP

[@shaadydog1]

Our 2022 XC60 Recharge did 38 miles @75-80 mph E ONLY, on the way home from the dealer. Im quite sure it would have did 40 or more @60-65mph....

[@iargueta1220]

I just saw the actual Lexus ad and it says 40 mile EV range! 😃

[@DocDave88]

Very briefly owned a '21 Rav4 Hybrid. Does this drive better/more stable? The Rav4 was very poor on center, and multiple magazines noted poor steering feel as well. Hoping Lexus kept the steering feel as the previous generation NX.

[@DUNGSTA]

Nooe

[@ltkwok]

The price is a lot more than the RAV4 Prime. Not quite worth it for the Lexus luxury. A $5k premium would make the sense but more than that, I’d go with the RAV4 Prime.

[@Mamo878]

A lot of people would prefer to have a Lexus. So they'll pay up to get the Lexus version. Others prefer to spend less and will choose the Toyota version. Having choices is a good thing.

[@ryshask]

@@Mamo878 They'd like to have a lexus if it was better than the toyota offerings.. but in this case. it's not.. it's only a badge. IMHO.... for a phev a rav4 prime is faster and almost as quiet.

[@James-il3tq]

Same argument for Rav4 Prime. I paid $30,000 USD all in for my 2019 Rav4 hybrid xse. Paying $15,000 more for XSE Prime not worth it IMO. I'm also in Alberta Canada where we only get $3750 USD rebate on plug in hybrids/EVs.

[@DUNGSTA]

What about the finer things in life?

[@ltkwok]

2 things I'd miss; adaptive suspension in the F-Sport and the quieter ride.

[@sleepyvtek9]

Would it still be good to buy if you don't plug it in to charge it? say if you live in a apartment and cant.

[@ahmedgaming7677]

Hi Alex, I have a question regarding vehicles, I was thinking of trading my 2021 lexus es250 for the 2022 lexus nx350, do you think it ls a good idea, please let me know. Thank you.

[@izo77]

Thank you for the interesting review, as usual. Nevertheless, what [some] long-time Lexus customers want is a full electric vehicle, preferably not an SUV. It seems clear now that we won't be getting such a thing, at least in a foreseeable future, and probably never in Europe. Yet, you mention that the first full electric Toyota vehicle [ie Lexus NX non included, and outside of China] could be seen as soon as next month ? Do you have some more non embargo intel on the subject ?

[@nc3826]

Level 1 AC chargers have an average power output of 1.3 kW to 2.4 kW. So how do you get 18hrs to charge it via Level 1 charging? More like 14 to 8 hrs.... Long but not 18hrs long...

[@jenesuispasbavard]

Very much like a RAV4 Prime! I wish the RAV4 was a little smaller, otherwise it's perfect.

[@oi32df]

Vous n'avez qu'a attendre le Corolla cross hybrid

[@jenesuispasbavard]

@@oi32df That's not a plug-in hybrid unfortunately. I wish there was a plug-in bigger than the Prius but smaller than the RAV4.

[@martintokinaga5261]

how is the handling compare to the RAV4 Plug in? This is one area I expect the NX450 to improve on the RAV4 Plug in. It will be a huge disappointment if it doesn't.

[@naveenthemachine]

The f sport has an adaptive suspension but remember the nx450h+ is very heavy at nearly 4500lbs. The rav4 prime weighs 4300lbs. So don’t expect it to handle as well as the lighter rav4 or nx models

[@aliendroneservices6621]

Lexus NX Prime

[@tinhinnh]

this could be my NeXt vehicle

[@primosoto8689]

36 Ev range is great what is the total mpg

[@sporla3]

Why does this require premium fuel when the Rav4 Prime runs on regular?

[@khachikhmayakyan2349]

What happened to the cabin noise scores on your website? They look like they haven’t been updated in 3 years

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, When is Lexus/Toyota finally going to upgrade their rear electric motors to give their Hybrids more of a RWD feel? We are looking forward to a full video review of the NX 350h aka the non-plug-in Hybrid NX you might actually be able to find in stock ;-)

[@James-il3tq]

Was hoping in the hybrid they might add a 2nd electric motor at the rear to double power over the Toyota hybrids. Also offering torque vectoring in they setup. Might have to wait until next gen unfortunately 😢

[@garrettw99]

I’d buy a RWD Prius

[@DUNGSTA]

Never

[@naveenthemachine]

When will Toyota do that and dethrone Honda or the Koreans as segment benchmark? Probably the 12th of never 😆.

[@bird718]

lexus finally updated the infotainment thats a first....

[@richardlionheart3965]

Would like this for my next car but in the UK 20 inch run flats will give a shocking ride on our roads. Why do they need stupid size wheels?

[@pedal66]

What kind of gas does it take?

[@hanj31]

On an SUV you can just get a roof rack and attach a large basket for it and boom you got space for a spare tire.

[@omarmahasneh1731]

A question, Can you give more details about the effect of the added curb weight on handling between the hybrid and plugin hybrid versions of this care. This ais a major concern t o me. Is it too heavy?

[@lindyloulie80]

8 months after your question, as an NX450H+ owner I can tell you the handling is great I drive it up and down mountain roads, and it is nimble in spite of it's weight. It feels solid but not in any way sluggish.

[@omarmahasneh1731]

@@lindyloulie80 thanks a lot!

[@lindyloulie80]

@@omarmahasneh1731 You're welcome! It is a wonderful car.

[@omarmahasneh1731]

@@lindyloulie80 i am just worried because Alex stressed the excessive weight in a very negative way! I was thinking maybe the stopping distance is really longer than average.

[@DadMichoMurphy]

Alex - would you consider this a worthy replacement for a troublesome Model Y? I only drive about 10000 miles a year and have never needed L2 charging even with the full EV Tesla. I would use gas only on trips.

[@alanm6329]

I'm considering the same thing. My Y has been so fun to drive, but the build quality is terrible. We got an NX 450h+ for my spouse last month, and it's so obviously more solid and better constructed and luxurious, that I'm thinking of trading in my Y for another NX. I'm hesitant because I do like the idea of not even having a gas engine and staying full EV, but the NX seems so luxuriously practical and is likely to be super reliable even after the warranty expires.

[@DadMichoMurphy]

@@alanm6329 I love my Tesla - but NOBODY builds a car better than Lexus. I love the 450h+

[@ryshask]

I'm not trolling.. why get this over the rav4 prime??

[@fabulousprofound]

My Toyota dealer says it is now a two year wait for a RAV4 prime… will it be the same for this?

[@blueryxfalls7949]

Yes.

[@iTuber012]

So it's basically a Chevy Volt(not Bolt) SUV? I'm interested. Can it run just as well with an empty battery? Or does it limp out?

[@naveenthemachine]

The Chevy volt isn’t same in terms of operation as the Toyota phev. The volt is meant to be an ev with a backup plan, meaning that you have to plug your volt in more often. The gas engine kicks in when it’s low on power. The Toyota phev however is just a regular hybrid but with the additional option to plug it in

[@zerotoinfmath]

I think they have totally different design. Volt doesn't have a normal gas engine to drive the car. Volt has a gas generator that charges the battery when the battery runs out.

[@alexanderg117]

Nice vehicle, no doubt, but is it worth the massive price difference?

[@georged822]

Bring hybrids to your big SUVs Toyota come on driving a sequoia or LC costs about $.50 a mile here in California

[@SebastianJose]

Anybody noticed a slight Mazda touch from sides? Like a cx5?

[@greef_karga6402]

Had the same thoughts too

[@dimekoza]

What's the story with the 7 Hp rear axle electric motor? Wasn't the rear electric motor around 50-60 Hp and 89 lb.-ft?

[@naveenthemachine]

He meant 60-70hp.

[@silverbullet126]

Does anyone know if the 450h+ takes regular or premium fuel? Coming from a MY20 NX300 F-Sport with a year left on my lease, the decision is going to be a 450h+ vs Tesla MY; the MY is $3k cheaper in Canada.

[@trungson6604]

Regular, because it has the same engine as in the RAV4 Prime.

[@drsg9124]

Current gen 450h is premium recommended

[@pedal66]

I have the exact same question and am between this and the Tesla Y, too. I hope it’s regular. Premium would be almost a deal breaker for me too. At $4 a gallon… I’d rather give up some of luxury this has over Tesla Y

[@hphillips7425]

Will this vehicle be as hard to find as the rav4 prime ?

[@naveenthemachine]

I wouldn’t be surprised tbh

[@mattbrew11]

step 1: walk into dealer with $1500 step 2: place order for your vehicle step 3: wait OR Pay dealer $5k and have then find one then pay sticker

[@tt-nm4yj]

what happens when the battery is dead and i need to reverse the car out of a tight spot?

[@leecm]

So, in EV only mode, I can theoretically drive forever without using gas unless I go over the EV range every day? Is there a negative impact on the vehicle if you do this? I assume it ages the battery quickly.

[@supriyasou3722]

Also, the gas in the tank goes bad if you don't use it for long.

[@SuperCavaliersfan]

I have a 2016 Sonata PHEV with 27k miles. I plug in at work every day and most places I frequent when I can (gym, store, etc). Over half of the 27,151 miles the car has gone have been electric and about 3 months ago my electric range dropped from 27 to 26 miles. That said, the range varies a bit too - city driving is easier on it and I've gotten nearly 35 miles at 45mph or slower around town before.

[@freedomstar3814]

Lexus dropped the ball for the RX models for 2022. The NX has a much better infotainment setup !

[@cadacabezaesunmundo6496]

I want a plug-in model with DIRECT 4.

[@agilenjeyamraj1739]

Rav4 prime, corsair, outlander... To name few

[@reserva120]

" Nice catch"..

[@omardalmau5663]

Since the batteries are under the car what happens when the streets are flooded?

[@th3m3du54]

I think it will be fine. The problem with flooding are computers, not the batteries

[@epbski]

The question I have is, particularly given the price difference, would you choose this or the Rav4 Prime? I certainly like the Lexus better in terms of look and style, but of course it's dramatically more expensive and the Rav4 Prime has slightly better acceleration, range, and efficiency.

[@charname-player]

RAV4 prime.

[@TsLeng]

I think rav4 prime would be better for most due to value. But I am confident you'll get a bit better refinement with this.

[@artshawaii]

Prime if you want performance and efficiency. Lexus if you want a smoother ride, modern infotainment. It is likely that they both will maintain their value very well.

[@1millionstartups]

I have a prime and would most definitely get this NX (so I will get on waitlist) too because Prime’s comfort and cabin noise is just too crude for a $40-50k car.

[@jondean3836]

Only two electric motors, one front and one back. AA mentioned two E motors up front with ICE.

[@hc2cox]

Does it still have the touchpad ?

[@Mamo878]

No. It's an all-new USA designed UI touchscreen. Thank goodness.

[@Drogos79]

So basically more plush rav4 prime

[@lvpvs23]

yeah... but I don't own a Rav4 prime , so stick to the description of the NX as a stand alone vehicle, I'm a Lexus client.... thank you. And another thing; not everything is about numbers.

[@aliendroneservices6621]

9:30 RAV4 Prime name-drop.

[@barrywhitrock3841]

Premium or regular fuel Alex ?

[@James-il3tq]

Regular fuel being same powertrain as Toyota's.

[@mattbrew11]

Does it even matter at 40mpg? Thats less than $.06/mile except in CA where its still less than $.10

[@Ian-mv4qq]

Noob question. The charging takes hours to complete. Where do people actually charge their cars for that long period? I'm trying to switch into EV/Plug In for the mileage, but not prepared to stay in a charging station for 4 hours.

[@mrtriathlondude]

You charge at home or at work. Plug-in hybrids are not meant to drive long range in EV mode, so if you have to drive further than ~35 miles you can just use the gas engine and fill it like a regular car. The people who don't drive further than that each day don't have to use gasoline at all as long as they can charge at home

[@Ian-mv4qq]

@@mrtriathlondude Thanks for the answer! So in this NX450h+ case, 36 miles of EV range means that a single full charge can "only" go that far? I cannot imagine having to charge 4 hours to full battery, and it will only last for about a few round trips doing weekend errand. I feel like I'm missing something...

[@mrtriathlondude]

​@@Ian-mv4qq Yes, it can only drive 36 miles on EV only, however, vehicles like this also have powerful gasoline engines that can operate in several different modes. Typically cars like this will only benefit you if you live somewhere that gives you access to an electrical outlet each night. You can plug it in to a normal wall socket and have a full charge the next day. I'm considering getting a plug-in because of this. I work from home and my wife works in the next town over about 10 miles away. Her commute will be about 20 miles round trip which is less than the EV range of most plug-ins. That means that as long as she doesn't drive it further than that during the day we'll be able to charge it back up to 100% overnight while we're asleep so that it's ready to go in the morning. If, say, you want to go to the nearest ski resort that is 50 miles away you would drain the entirety of your battery and your car would then operate as a standard hybrid (like a Toyota Prius). You'll still get great mileage, but you will be consuming gasoline. The main benefit of PHEVs over standard hybrids is that if your daily commute is shorter than the EV range, then you will never use gas, which is better on the wallet and better for the local air quality. The charge time isn't an issue with vehicles like this because you don't depend on the batteries. You can use them or you can ignore them. Sure you may deplete them within an hour, but if that was the entirety of your driving for the day then the next morning you'll have a full charge to do it all again. Let me know if I cleared up anything, I can try to reword things if I didn't say it well.

[@Ian-mv4qq]

@@mrtriathlondude You real life example makes it a lot clearer. Thanks so much for your time and effo8. And yes, I'm having similar situation. I wfh, and wife works 7 miles away. That means 2 full charge should suffice for commute only. Now 2 more questions: 1) how much on average does it cost to full charge? Will the car stop charging once battery is full even though I haven't unplug the cord? Will the full charge cost less/more vs gas for that 36 miles range? On average that's 1.5-2 gallons of regular gas, $6-7 total. 2) you said this will work similar to regular hybrid. Do PHEVs also auto charge from breaking like hybrids do? Before getting into PHEV, I'm strongly considering hybrids because the car auto charge so I don't need to charge separately. I'm not tech savvy, only focus on mileage. NX 350h with 39 miles combined looks awesome already. But 450h does present another option.

[@mrtriathlondude]

​@@Ian-mv4qq 1. The battery is listed at 18.1 kilowatt-hours, which means that using the U.S. average rate per kilowatt-hour of electricity of about $0.10, you can multiply the kWh by the rate and get the price of a full charge is 18.1 * $.10=$1.8 Since this car gets about 36 mpg in standard hybrid mode, you're looking at spending $3.50-$4.50 for that same distance in gasoline, and this is a VERY efficient SUV, so for other vehicles that price will rise. Plug in hybrids almost always come with smart chargers that allow them to charge at certain times in the day/night, or postpone a full charge until right before your scheduled commute in the morning. 2. Yes, all plug in hybrids have regenerative braking. It is even better than in standard hybrids because the larger battery allows the vehicle to capture a greater amount of energy, as well as capture it more efficiently. The only disadvantage that most plug-in hybrids face when compared to standard hybrids is the slightly lower overall efficiency. Since the larger batteries are much heavier, it increases rolling resistance and exerts larger forces on the brakes, suspension, and frame when accelerating in any way. It's not a big deal for most vehicles, but just something to note. Finally, you don't "have" to charge the plug in hybrids. They work just fine even if you forget to plug them in overnight. You'll only lose the ability to drive on pure electricity if that happens. However, they do qualify for Federal and State tax incentives (check the incentives available in your state/country), and often qualify for car-pool lane access which can be very valuable in places like California.

[@PawpiChoolo]

PRICES?????????????????

[@XX-166]

The 7500 tax credit will help the overall price and the sales tax on the vehicle is also a write off.

[@InvestBetter.]

The F-Sport grille is so much better than the standard grille The standard grille looks cheap and cheesy Pretty much a deal-breaker for me. Would have to get the F-Sport NX350, since the 350h doesn't offer F-Sport

[@migueralliart]

So a Rav4 prime with better interior. Nothing new here. Same lexus strategy as always.

[@4730301]

So it has a simple kind of transmission?

[@fabulousprofound]

Same ecvt transmission that is used in the RAV4 prime

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

It has no pressure discs, no clutches to wear, it has the same kind of transmission that the Prius uses, the transmission that gets to 300,000 miles while getting 50+ [in the Prius is more efficient obviously, it's smaller and less heavy]. It's a superior design, it basically only has gears that rotate, with 2 electric motors, MG 1 and MG2, and the ICE paired with these, very simple, very robust, very efficient and reliable.

[@4730301]

@@hedgehogthesonic3181 Cool, thanks for the description.

[@hedgehogthesonic3181]

@@4730301 You are welcome

[@AmperageY]

A Lexus Rav4 Prime 😍 Edit: Wait so now there will be even less powertrains for Rav4s oh boy

[@GuuiYae]

I don't like the feeling of switching between engine and battery. It's annoying. I would prefer normal Nx 350.

[@calvinjung44]

My favorite Luxury EV is iPace, short on range, Long on luxury and old world interior class!

[@ZE4MC]

Well the next gen will have 75 miles of EV with 0-60 in 7 seconds- then this would be AMAZZING. 0-60 in 10 seconds can be dangerous LOL

[@reidhester]

0-60 in 10" in EV only mode? Wow, that's incredibly slow by today's standards. Heck our 2017 will do that in 7.5".

[@Empiro3]

If this is really just a normal NX hybrid with a bigger battery and a few extra options, then it's a ripoff. 18.1 kw battery should only cost a few k with current battery prices.

[@GuyOnYouTube]

Why just PHEV for the NX and not RX? The NX is just too small, you can’t even comfortably fit an average sized adult in the backseat and infant carseats are also a tight / non ideal fit.

[@TheJoncic]

New Tacoma drivetrain I'm betting.

[@mattbrew11]

The Tacoma is coming in 2025 on the same platform as the new tundra so itll have the same gas engine and no hybrid

[@naveenthemachine]

@@mattbrew11 the tundra has a hybrid now. iForceMAX

[@bobfenster3690]

lol it says no views but there are already two likes even though the vid says it was posted a minute ago. youtube at its best.

[@santabarbarian5049]

I know the Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV isn't considered a luxury class vehicle, but it seems comparably equipped for $10K less even with the smaller tax credit. Admittedly, it has a shorter EV range and slightly less MPG, but it does have a mechanical AWD and automatic transmission.

[@rncondie]

It’s a Rav 4 Prime with lip stick