Is the 2023 Lexus NX 250 worth the price? Review and drive.

[@hyde4never]

I just got my NX350H on last Saturday. Even though Lexus is not a performace car compare to GLC, X3, or Model Y, I still believe the reliability is better than other SUV .

[@MattTheCarguy]

100% !

[@petewick8627]

That’s your only positive over the Germans

[@cia9419]

@@petewick8627check which car sold more

[@peterbanh1364]

@@petewick8627 For car, reliability, smooth and safety are the most important. I have a 2009 Lexus RX 350 and it is still running great. It could easily last another 5 years.

[@addanametocontinue]

@@petewick8627 That's like saying the only positive Earth has over other planets is that it has air and water. Sort of important for what we're using it for, no? German cars are known for their performance and there's no debate there, but you'll be paying for the extra wear and tear it'll put on the car.

[@katyw7248]

I bought the NX250 almost two years ago. I love mine. It's a very comfortable drive. Easy entertainment screen. For the price it gives a lot more than it's German competition. I had a Mercedes SUV and the amount of issues and costs for maint. is not worth it. Also, the Lexus gets much better gas mileage and takes regular gas. With the state of the ecomony this is the best looks and price for a luxury compact SUV.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thank you for your comment! I really appreciate you sharing your experience! Great vehicle!

[@corpuzone]

If you go German or European of course performance is a priority since those are built to handle the autobahn in Germany! The problem is reliability falters which is where Lexus is king. Toyota in general are very reliable and Lexus is their luxury brand so go figure. I like the nx250 but in the awd premium trim. Fwd wouldn’t be too good on suvs only awd let’s you feel more in control. I already drive a performance oriented sedan (also Japanese maker) so 0-60 times is not what I’m looking for in the nx250. Sure there’s the 350 variant but more costly and I don’t plan to buy brand new but CPO. Thanks for the test drive review 🙂

[@MattTheCarguy]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching! I agree the AWD gives you totally different feel and handling.

[@thomaseaton4077]

Hi, Maciej! I am watching from Lubaczow, Poland! Have you ever been here? Thanks for the thorough review.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Pozdrawiam! Nie dotarłem tam jeszcze 😀

[@PabloTheThinker]

I’m considering the NX 250 over the NX 350h. I think the lower price is better than the 350h even with the better MPG.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Have you driven both? I would do that and if 250 has enough power than it only comes down to mpg.

[@PabloTheThinker]

@@MattTheCarguy I’m planning on it. With the limited inventory here in California, salespeople are not even that interested in pursuing customers lol

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@PabloTheThinker shame on them! Pretty soon it will change and they will call begging for business.

[@PabloTheThinker]

@@MattTheCarguy Yep. It’s weird. They’ll call you right away. But unless you’re interested in buying with a $5k markup they’re not even asking you to come in for a test drive lol

[@jml9550]

@@PabloTheThinker I am in the Bay Area and flew down and bought my wife’s NX350h in S. Cal. That was last month, paid MSRP with no add ons. I bought mine at Crown Lexus in Ontario and I know Lexus of Beverly Hills are at MSRP as well.

[@nat7316]

Im planning to buy Lexus 250 with add on Package eg moon roof. Using car for city drive, 2.5L engine is good enough for me . Also this vehicle is so reliable compared to GLC .

[@MattTheCarguy]

Agree, especially with the reliability

[@nat7316]

@@MattTheCarguy the max i can speed here in gold coast 110km/hr .. don’t u think 2.5L car with medium size body is good enough? 😉 thank you for your review, i always watch your videos

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@nat7316 Well slow down there speedy lol! Thanks for watching!

[@olgerjovani8653]

Glorified Toyota rav4

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

That front bumper and grille is a magnet for stone pits.

[@MattTheCarguy]

aren't they all nowadays?

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

@@MattTheCarguy True, but some cars don't have so much exposed plastic on the front end.

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@dapperlygrungy3189 with the exception of few off road trucks its all plastic now. Maybe just painted in different colors.

[@Blingbling576]

We're planning on purchasing a NX 250, but I'm contemplating whether the premium package is worth it. However, I do love the hands-free tailgate and the driver side memory. Including the other items in the package, is it worth the price? Also, the 14 in screen seems nice but is the 9 inch good enough?

[@mattmattthecarguythecarguy4195]

Thanks for watching! It's hard sometimes to make a decision. Me, personally, i like gadgets so I would definitely go for the 14 inch screen , but the 9 inch is not horrible either.

[@derptg2898]

Get the premium package. IT INCLUDES FRONT PARKING SENSORS.

[@JBK-w5u]

@@mattmattthecarguythecarguy4195 Can you get the 14in screen on the NX250?

[@MattTheCarguy]

Yes you can add it. I think you must get premium package and than add the Marl Levinson and 14 inch screen.

[@Blingbling576]

@@MattTheCarguy is it possible to get the premium package without the 14 in or is that a must when getting the premium

[@fernandovargas7562]

Great NX 250…. I hope the hybrid version is coming soon….. cool video

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thanks for watching! I don't think we'll see the 250 hybrid since they have 350h and 450h+.

[@jml9550]

My wife’s 2024 NX350H is current in a boat crossing the Pacific, should deliver to the dealer by mid April. Can’t wait

[@PabloTheThinker]

@@jml9550did you get it?

[@jml9550]

@@PabloTheThinker yep. Picked it up a month ago. 2024 NX350H.

[@PabloTheThinker]

@@jml9550 Awesome! How do you like it? What MPG are you getting?

[@aps125]

I brought a 23 NX 350h with premium package. It comes with factory installed options that I really don’t care but costed me 1200 more. In total I paid 56 grand. My wife insisted on caviar (black) exterior color, well we ended up getting two tone interior color which I really dislike. I also find the gear shift weird. My UX250h has a standard gear shift pattern but I had to get used to the new shift.

[@MattTheCarguy]

hahaha sounds like you really like your purchase. What about your wife? Is it hers/ Does she like it?

[@aps125]

@@MattTheCarguy she loves the car, especially regarding the thematic ambient lighting thing🤣

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@aps125 and that's the most important thing!

[@jml9550]

My wife’s 2024 NX hybrid will arrive by mid April. Base trim with 3 things that my wife needs to have, moonroof, power rear door and heated steering wheel, also come with other stuff. Paying MSRP and no dealer add ons at $46.6K plus tax fee, OTD around $51K. This is in S. California. Can’t wait for 39-40MPG, her current RX350 get 15-17 MPG in the city. It is a little smaller than the RX, but kids are driving age now so we don’t need that much interior room. and my 2017 ES350 is better on road trips IMO.

[@aussie8114]

Happy wife, happy life 😂

[@dungnguyen-mo4dd]

What kind gas use for Lexus NX 250 year 2024

[@MattTheCarguy]

You can use regular unleaded.

[@damionjordan6616]

On the NX 250 naturally aspirated v4 engine…does that take regular 87 octane gas??

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thats what lexus claims. Same engine as Rav4

[@reQualrz]

DO THE 18 INCH RIMS LOOK TOO SMALL ON THIS MODEL, WHATS YOUR OPINION?

[@MattTheCarguy]

They do look small. I would upgrade to 19

[@matejkostrhoun5079]

Yes it is, period.

[@MattTheCarguy]

👍👍

[@billyrock8305]

14” screen better and the RAV4. 😎

[@MattTheCarguy]

👍

[@MilkyWayGalaxyy]

Yeah I think I will just get the rav4. Bigger, more backseat legroom, more cargo space. Much cheaper. Looks great too!

[@davidparkin9017]

A trendy design. I do like the hidden exhaust pipes. I don't like the design of the chrome around the C pillar. I don't like the Lexus front grill which will catch bugs, stones, mud and snow in the real world. I like the motor/transmission combo. Much better than CVT. LEXUS will never top the instrument cluster of the IS300's chronograph style. Roads in a lot of cities are poor quality with potholes so low profile tires give a terrible ride. The red insert that runs along the center console so thin that it irritates the knees of driver and passenger alike. Unfortunately, no one noticed until the second week of ownership. About the same time the ride starts to aggregate. Noisy engine and road noise is pronounced. It is quick enough and highway mileage should impress.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thank you for your insight!

[@ThePikmin18]

Yeah I’ve had mine for months and it’s still nicer than anything else I ever owned or rode In

[@portiajackson2472]

250 doesn’t have panoramic roof ?

[@MattTheCarguy]

I did not see it as an option either. Only the standard size which is either available as stand alone option or part of premium package.

[@tacuazinful]

Does it has the CVT???

[@MattTheCarguy]

2:47

[@tacuazinful]

@@MattTheCarguy ok ok ok, I watched it, but the local Lexus Salesman says it has the CVT, an 8 speed automatic cant be a CVT

[@eleanormassaro5195]

@@tacuazinful only the hybrid has the CVT transmission

[@Staceythingz]

I have one and love it

[@MattTheCarguy]

Awesome!

[@MrProTechHD]

to me Lexus is a Toyota and will always be

[@MattTheCarguy]

It is a luxury brqnd of Toyota, of course!

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Just like Acura is Honda, Audi is VW,blah blah blah

[@mauradiblasio9119]

You didn’t discuss the CVT as you mentioned. Also, German cars vs LEXUS, I heard AUDI, Mercedes are expensive in repairs and parts compared to Lexus.

[@MattTheCarguy]

24:15 is the test drive. You can hear that there is no gear shift in this transmission. It is not noisy or "whiny " as in other vehicles but it does not give you that crisp shifts and accelerations as in traditional torque converter. Many people prefer the CVT as it saves you gas and is not as complicated to fix but it takes a toll on driving dynamics. As far as German cars, yes they are expensive as far as service and repairs. Maintenance I would say is comparable cost and repairs out of warranty are not cheap, so if you plan to buy a pre-owned one or buy new and keep it for a long time I would recommend getting and extended warranty on any German vehicle. You will thank me later lol.

[@fcnghkkc1]

​@@MattTheCarguyyou serious Matt? You recommend German used cars? They will bankrupt you. 😆 You can't even recommend new German vehicles how can one recommend a used German. 😮

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@fcnghkkc1 its all about how you take care of them. I've had several and did not spend a fortune. Or get an extended warranty. Nothing beats a German as far as drive.

[@mirroredmelanin5090]

This is nice. But I prefer the 14in screen. 🙂

[@MattTheCarguy]

Me too!

[@PabloTheThinker]

This screen looks small for this size of vehicle. They should’ve just made this standard.

[@mattbrown942]

@@PabloTheThinker too small?? Lol y’all want damn screens everywhere now. They have gotten ridiculous. I’ve got an 8.4in screen and wouldn’t want it any bigger

[@PabloTheThinker]

@@mattbrown942 Yeah. The bigger the better so I can see more of the map. When given the choice, I choose the 14” over 10”.

[@mattbrown942]

@@PabloTheThinker y’all keep asking for these bigger dumber screens and don’t realize you’re portraying to the car manufacturers to add money there and cut costs where it actually matters in the actual construction of the car. They don’t build them how they used to but that’s what consumers want for some reason

[@343butterfly]

the grill looks good on the n x , i prefer wood trim

[@MattTheCarguy]

I wouod prefer the open pore wood trim as well

[@chrisbesu817]

No spare?

[@MattTheCarguy]

I dont know if you can order one with spare but pretty sure you can get one as an accesory.

[@343butterfly]

nice, needs more torque in my opinion cars should have 300-350 torque , too much electronics rear design is a LOT more attractive

[@MattTheCarguy]

You can get the 350 or 350h or for the most torque 450+. So they give you choices. I just finished filming the 350h, very nice.

[@netherza]

Vastly different between regions. I have an NC250EX model, it the only model available in South Africa for the 250 series. I get the 14" display by default and AWD as standard, also the front parking sensors with brake assist. But I don't get the foot tailgate opening sensor, Lexus is so wierd with their models

[@MattTheCarguy]

Different in different countries

[@zeny4405]

Hmmm not impressed. I expected it to be better . My 2016 nx200 sport fwd is much better and quieter.

[@MattTheCarguy]

I believe 2016 also had more hp. 225 vs 203

[@6202ken]

Not worth the price! More expensive than ever for less? Luxury but no standard parking sensors? No memory seats? I see heated but no ventilation seat? Like wtf! Lexus selling us lexus price with toyota specs. What a disgrace to the F-sport trim name also.

[@MattTheCarguy]

It has memory seats. I am not saying that its cgeap but you have to compare it to other vehicles in the segment. This particular one had Total price of about $42500 USD. Audi Q3 starts at 39K, BMW X3 43K starting. GLA250 at 43K. So it is in line with the competition. Everything is expensive 😪

[@peterbanh1364]

How about basic model? Does it have moon roof. I prefer no moon roof. I don't care about luxury features.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Not sure but if you dont care for luxury features maybe look at Toyota. Rav4 is very similar.

[@andrea8252]

Ok but is it worth the price? What do you say?

[@MattTheCarguy]

I think at 43K it is very competitive in the compact luxury SUV segment especially comparing to German competitors. And with Lexus history of quality and reliability to me it is worth the price.

[@andrea8252]

@@MattTheCarguy thanks

[@naveenthemachine]

No rav4 wearing lipstick is worth the money

[@jml9550]

Our incoming NX hybrid is at $46.6K, MSRP and no dealer add ons.

[@juancho-rito]

Love the front grill hehehe

[@MattTheCarguy]

The X men grille lol

[@juancho-rito]

@@MattTheCarguy but i think that’s becoming the trend in asian cars. Not sure with the european. Hehe

[@MattTheCarguy]

@@juancho-rito not as much.

[@joelgrossman2319]

Kaa-Vee-Arr

[@MattTheCarguy]

Bon appetit

[@TenzWang88]

0 to 30 miles engine struggling like jumping up for 0 to 100miles. 8 At transmission looking so slow and jerky with this engine.

[@MattTheCarguy]

It is not a race car, but it wasn't horrible.

[@marky2022]

Not worth. I recommend NX350 ~

[@MattTheCarguy]

Agree, but it is also more expensive.

[@Adamus_8]

Why?

[@ZohrehMahmodabadi]

❤😍🥹🫶🏼

[@MattTheCarguy]

Thanks for watching!

[@RR-bz1gx]

Its a glorified rav4. No thanks.

[@MattTheCarguy]

What would you rather have for the price?

[@naveenthemachine]

No absolutely not. It’s not worth it. Expensive and it has the same noisy engine from the Camry / rav4 If you think this is worth it why not just buy a RAV4 limited and save the cash? It’s practically the same car

[@MattTheCarguy]

Rav4 are expensive. Limited with FWD starts at almost 37K. For 3 grand more ill take the NX

[@theandyshow2167]

just a few thousand difference

[@elisabethsanchez6420]

And the RAV4 interior looks outdated.

[@jml9550]

@@MattTheCarguy exactly. We cross shopped the RAV4 hybrid limited, Venza Limited and still chose the NX hybrid for a few grand more. The RAV4 has a limited more room, but not a quite as the Lexus. The Venza is very almost like a Lexus, but for a few grand more, the NX hybrid all day every day.

[@MattTheCarguy]

Agree!