5 Things We LOVE And HATE About The 2022 Lexus Lexus NX Hybrid - Test Drive Review

[@BalladSelections]

I would still pick the Lexus over any German cars. You have to factor in reliability, less maintenance and great mileage.

[@william6765]

Picked up my 350h last week. Power is fine and getting 41mpg combined!!!!

[@laja82]

That metallic grey is gorgeous! I've seen it in person and when the sun hits the car the colour just dazzles. I'm definitely ordering that colour.

[@dovanethach3649]

I’ve had my 450H for over a week now in nori green. Love the ride and has plenty of passing power. Didn’t regret the purchase one bit.

[@carbuzzcom]

Yeah, the 450h is very quick

[@scottormond7985]

I’d definitely get a hybrid model for the improved gas mileage.

[@carbuzzcom]

It's smoother too!

[@GuuiYae]

@@carbuzzcom I think Gas models are smooth as well, but horrible gas mileage

[@aerohk]

Get the 450

[@322dhillon]

Just ordered mine here in Australia 🇦🇺 Fell in love after test driving it for the first time. Packed with tech and screams pure luxury. Far more better, reliable and best re-sale value than other German rivals.

[@ZE4MC]

What model did you get mate? (Mate is the only Australian I know LOL)

[@322dhillon]

@@ZE4MC lol Got the NX350H F Sport with EP2

[@ZE4MC]

@@322dhillon Beautiful machine drive it in good health sir - Here in the states (Texas) we have 4-6 month waits for the 350h and 9-12 months for 450h (California, Illinois and New York get them first since they are "EV" states that heavily subsidize so they sell more. They are getting them in 2-3 months. I ordered the 350 h but the 450h is really here its at. Its got the speed, the 37 (30 in the real world) EV range and for me I am 25 miles from work so I could drive there- charge and drive back and pay only electricity. But we Americans dont like waiting- at least not a year. So I dont know about waiting til Q1 of next year... Oh well I lied- I know more Australian- AC/DC! Still love Bon Scott- a real rock and roller.

[@322dhillon]

@@ZE4MC good on you mate! I wanted the 450h but I feel that the remote public charging stations are a still a work in progress. You can end driving to a country side with just one charger in the town and if it’s not your lucky day it might be out of service as well. I would always think twice before heading out on a road trip which is far out. Hence 350h. Best of both the worlds. Having said that, Tesla is selling like a hot rod here. Bob, always a legend!

[@moricone4]

The electric (safety) door no one asked for is the best thing people are getting. Amazing! And about the head-up-display, don't just complain how inconvenient it is to touch -activate and see it to control it, please suggest any possible solution. Otherwise, you are just the same as any whiny youtube reviewers.

[@lsft]

I have one of the fun colors (cadmium orange) with the rare 450h+. Love this car and it's amazing!

[@OnlineMD]

PLEASE keep and use a DECIBEL METER in your reports! I bought a 2022 ES300h three months ago and love it. Except for when I push the gas pedal hard, the engine noise is really not bad at all. In fact at steady speeds it is amazingly quiet.

[@JC130676]

I had the 450h+ as a loaner for a day while my RX was being serviced. I enjoyed driving purely electric and the car accelerated surprisingly quick on the electric motor alone. I found it to be noisier than the RX though, even when in EV mode, as both tire and wind noise were more clearly audible. The suspension didn't give that "magic carpet" ride but because it was stiffer and the car is much lighter it went around corners a lot sharper. The infotainment system of the NX 450h+ was vastly superior though and the gap of several years was almost painfully obvious. For handling and fuel economy the NX 450h+ is the clear winner, but for long drives I still prefer my RX. Where the NX offers a lot of luxury, the RX surrounds you with opulence. It makes me very curious what the new RZ will be like.

[@OnlineMD]

@@JC130676 Thx for the feedback! For the next 3 years for sure, I plan to keep my 2022 ES300h. It has a driving range of 480 miles, is quiet and comfortable. I've grown used to the fact that the acceleration is kind of sluggish and a bit noisy...no big deal! :)

[@EL-9999]

I don’t think the unlabeled touch screen is over complicated. You can turn off the HUD and look at all functions on the small screen to get more familiar with this system.

[@THEAC83]

BUT….the 450h+ doesn’t get the Mark Levinson sound system or a panoramic sunroof. Not even as an option. Deal breakers for me so that’s why I went the 350h AWD F Sport. We are lucky as in Australia we get the 350h engine as an F Sport.

[@weho_brian]

i agree the front is a bit "fishy" but if you switch to the Fsport grill, the front end is much more subtle

[@EL-9999]

The electronic door handle has a safety feature which sensors bicycles and motorcycles that go by your car. You might not see them when you open the door but the car senses their movements. Lexus currently can’t make that safety on mechanic door.

[@Nhatv6]

i would step up to 450h but the waiting time is 8months to a year.

[@waynedanos3806]

Is this hybrid quiet at 60+mph or do you get road noise that is annoying ? thanks great revew

[@carbuzzcom]

Yes, this is much quieter than a RAV4 Hybrid thanks to extra sound deadening.

[@ocubex]

Does the NX350 have heated rear seats (maybe with the extras)? I haven't seen it mentioned anywhere.

[@carbuzzcom]

As part of a package, yes

[@PabloTheThinker]

I’m considering the NX 250. The higher cost of the NX 350h doesn’t justify the better MPG for me. It would take years to break even.

[@hamidmghazi]

Not a big fan of the infotainment screen. It has no direct home button. It’s not offering any split abilities. Nobody would adjust climate using voice commands.physical controls would be much better.

[@ZE4MC]

Over the air updates means there will eventually be some better usability as this will be the system for all future Lexus'

[@danilobernaschina1842]

Electronic doors, safety first, I like it

[@alexanderkrichevsky9194]

What is the exact name of the package that gives the 360 degrees monitor, and what trim lines is it available with? Also, is Premium gas requited or recommended? Thank you.

[@carbuzzcom]

"PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR,* LANE CHANGE ASSIST,* FRONT CROSS-TRAFFIC ALERT* AND STEERING-WHEEL TOUCH SENSOR" it's a $1,070 standalone option. Premium gas is recommended but we've had engineers tell us it would be fine running regular.

[@luannweis1885]

Premium gas is required 93 + octane

[@mikej238]

@@luannweis1885 wrong 87 minimum as per owners manual

[@Lifes_Frosting]

@@mikej238 You might want to rethink that if you want your engine to last. Lower octane fuel is combined with ethanol/ alcohol and you get water separation unless you use an additive.

[@mikej238]

@@Lifes_Frosting lol all fuel has ethanol unless you buy CLEAR gas which is hard to find and is 10% more in price compared to 87. Give it up, do your homework. Tell me why an NX250 has the exact same HP as a non hybrid Rav 4? EXACT SAME ENGINE. Only reason an NX350H has 20 more HP than a Rav 4 Hybrid is the front electric motor is 46kws bigger. EXACT SAME GAS 2.5L ENGINES

[@kevanjackson4294]

Good review, why would you not show the fully automated parking feature ?, the little P button with the steering wheel under the screen

[@carbuzzcom]

It's not that different from other vehicles with that ability, and the video was already quite long.

[@bobvaness]

If you don't get the hybrid you're looking at 21 miles to the gallon for the all-wheel drive NX 350. That's pretty bad. My sister just bought a 2022 NX 350 and I was surprised at that poor gas mileage average.

[@carbuzzcom]

The hybrid is a HUGe difference

[@ixibladeixi2639]

NX350 with Turbo Charger, so much better performance and very consistent. Hybrid loses power once electric goes down. Forced induction feels so much better. Responsiveness is superb.

[@Imjustme007]

Sorry you didn’t like the electronic door but you need to research and understand why Lexus has it. In simple terms, it helps to keep you from hitting pedestrians when getting out of car. The mechanical handle is a redundant system in case your battery goes out. Very clever and forward thinking in my opinion. And the outside door handle? That’s in tune with the latest tech bro. Automotive manufacturers are moving away from mechanical door handles. There’s a button behind the handle that you press to open the door. It’s that simple.

[@Lifes_Frosting]

I have a brand new 2023 NX 350 and there's an issue with the driver door sensor. When it works properly it's great. Unfortunately the more tech in a vehicle the more issues you can have. It shouldn't take 6 tries to open the door and exit your vehicle when there is nothing around it. Even the mechanical handle won't release the door. Hopefully it's an easy fix and not something I have to deal with much longer. I have to agree that the changes to the door handle are unnecessary.

[@stephbarstow1936]

Does it use regular or premium gas?

[@william6765]

Premium recommended but ok to use 87 octane per user manual

[@jimprovan8866]

I don't think there would be much rear seat leg room for anybody over 5 foot 2.

[@tomlee45]

NX450H is not even being sold in Illinois because it is not a zero carbon state so I can't even qualify. Dealers in california are selling the car for 10k above MSRP which negates the Tax Credit. I ended up getting a the 350H for my parents and i'm happy with that but I think it's ridiculous I wasn't given an option to buy the 450h. Steering wheel controls are the worst part of the car. It's non-intuitive and rather a distraction on the road when you combine with a HUD. The rest of the car has been pretty good, gas mileage has been great and overall, i was happy with the new additions to the car. They just need someone to really make better decisions on some of the smaller items.

[@donaldbanner2185]

I LOVE that the 450h+ F Sport is only sold (If YOU CAN EVEN FIND IT in California...& Must be a resident of CA) RESALE IS THROUGH THE ROOF econ 101!

[@scottpessognelli1962]

The one issue with the 450h+ is that you cannot get the ML audio system. I'll spend about 1.5 hours a day in it, and I want that option.

[@donaldbanner2185]

Soooooooooooo I have the 450h+ F Sport..and listened to both stock * 10 Spekers although the ML had a smidgen better highs...sadly most lost with road noise...unless you get the Elec QUIET drive elec to 47 miles...Extremely quiet... The ML is nice however the 10 speaker is a solid B in sound quality...please compare at dealer you will see TRULY not as much diff!

[@billyrock8305]

No brainer. 350h ⛽️

[@carbuzzcom]

Easy no brainer for us

[@billyrock8305]

@@carbuzzcom Door handles and gear shifter brutal. 😞 🙈

[@ZE4MC]

@@billyrock8305 Yes got a little too fancy

[@aerohk]

Incorrect, 450 is better

[@billyrock8305]

@@aerohk Illogical.

[@GaryAJackson1420]

You can’t get Levison or panoramic roof or leather on 450h+

[@rupertj9173]

What is complicated about pushing one button to open the door?

[@Lifes_Frosting]

In my NX which I've had for just 2 weeks the sensor isn't working correctly. It won't release on the first push then I have to pull it closed then push the button again. Sometimes it takes several tries. Wiped the sensors on the door and it seems to have helped but still won't release on the first try. It's not complicated when they work properly.

[@donaldbanner2185]

LUV LUV LUV the clean quiet EASY push Button doors...once you use you will NOT want any other!!@!

[@michaeljung4398]

Hate the larger front grill.

[@ZE4MC]

P;lug in hybrid may take 9 months to wait outside of California and New York who are getting them now

[@oneblach]

I agree with your about the looks. I think it looks weird, narrow and tall and the hood is swooping down too much. I wish it looked more like the RAV4.

[@carbuzzcom]

Yeah, the RAV4 looks great

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@carbuzzcom Puy the Rav4..........Not Quiet and MOST OF ALL NO " Heads Up Display"

[@mikethornhill8853]

Great review. I bought a NX 350h in Nori Green last month. Am loving it, but I agree with your comments about the steering wheel controls being confusing. I also had difficulties getting the the driver's seat memory to set, but I fixed that from watching a Toyota dealer KZbin video. The apple car play is quirky sometimes also, and the wireless charger is slow & doesn't always keep connection with the phone to charge. Overall though, I'm loving it & really loving getting 38 - 39 MPG!

[@kikito4151]

How much did you pay out the door ? With taxes and fees ???

[@wendybrookes1878]

Watch Northside Lexus info on the nx350h. They give every detail and it is time stamped…

[@gianniclaud]

The case for the plug-in is moot when you can't even option it with ML audio nor a panoramic roof

[@epcdasilent]

Boring grey?!!? this grey looks sick!!

[@carbuzzcom]

We just like crazy colors. Different strokes.

[@Lifes_Frosting]

I have the cloudburst gray and it looks incredible!!

[@siblej1]

I would not say that the front of the NX is bland

[@aerohk]

Comfort on this is a joke compared to the ES though

[@donaldbanner2185]

Comfort is BETTER than the es if you have the Adaptive Suspension of the F Sport 450h+...I even put on Michelin tires...not running Run Flat...my car in comparison to the ES is Quieter / electric only and SMOOTHER riding!

[@aerohk]

@@donaldbanner2185 Really? Isn't the purpose of F-sport is to make you feel the road better/give better handling with a stiffer suspension?

[@rg237g8]

New tech & removed bullet proof great v8 engine

[@Kazuki-sd6rh]

This didn't have the V8....

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