The BEST Lexus Crossover? Lexus NX 350 F Sport Review + Buying Guide!

[@MOHAMMADDURAID]

Wow Kirk that is a good review for the NX The color of the NX is amazing

[@sokratzmmf]

Just bought the 350 F sport AWD for my wife. It’s awesome!!!

[@twanjr]

Nice review, I wish Lexus took this route with the RX, the RX only looks good sometimes at some angles the NX actually looks good all the time. I had to decide between the two recently and went with the NX.

[@RetroClinic]

Aye, I just can't bring myself to like the RX front, looks nowhere near as good as the NX.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@RetroClinic Sadly I agree...It LQQK's a bit out of balance / e-longated and the overhang / hood of what appears to be rubberized plastic with printed grill impressions color on color simply does not work IMO!

[@donaldbanner2185]

The 450h+ "F" Sport most probably has the Nicest LQQK'n Grill of all models Very Large in comparison to all frontal fascia ...W/ the added functional side Black side air intakes the virtual size of the massive Gloss Black Clearly makes a statement....for those of us who like this LQQK..*.it is Z Best!....Euros i.e. beemer and Korean genisis are all increasing size to get a more "Prowler" Look! Korean Genesis IMO, is ugly with a semi elongated heart shape....beemers are getting really large kidney shapes

[@RD-tx6vh]

I am very disappointed in Lexus. They are making the smaller lower end vehicles better than the higher end larger vehicles. I was hoping to replace my 2018 RX 350 this year with the 2023 RX 350h. Very disappointed in it primarily the engine moving down to a 4 from the V6. I’ve been a Lexus owner since 1998 and if they don’t get their act together soon, I’ll be looking at competitors.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@RD-tx6vh Valid Point...sorry...Maybe consider the NX 450h+ "F" Sport....Has plenty of room for me my family...Heck I even put my elec. Kayak in the back with all gear and tie a red flag on it / No Trailer...albeit only room then for one passenger...Keep your old RX 350 V^...people are realizing they liked the V6..however mileage was bad about 22 miles per REGULAR gas.

[@davidpavlich8939]

I just bought a 2024 CPO NX350 F-Sport Handling with all the goodies and only 8000 miles. One of the first things I did was to customize the left steering wheel page 2 buttons to control the climate stuff. It shows on the HUD and I can control the fan, the direction of the air flow and the circulation option. It's my 4th Lexus. :-)

[@JCVACCARO]

That blue is beautiful.

[@andys1548]

I agree with you on the comfort. I’m a bigger person and I feel more comfortable in the NX. We have a 2020 RX and yes the seats are more comfortable but I still feel better in the NX. The steering and handling I find is better on the NX

[@gosman949]

this is what I don't understand? How can a seat be less comfortable but you feel better in it?

[@andys1548]

@@gosman949 The NX seats are very plush and soft than the 2020 RX. I don't know but that's just how I feel

[@donaldbanner2185]

.............. these seats are on the thin side think of Race car type for being in shape / Bolstered sooooo Porky people will mot fit well RX would be a better choice

[@gosman949]

@@donaldbanner2185 thank you. My big tush should fit better in the RX. Just call my tush the $10,000 tush!

[@avdp9095]

Probably the best small Suv around, this blue with red interior, WOW❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@donaldbanner2185]

IMO! The only real prominent things missing R: The added "Adaptive Suspension" , the Massive better center of gravity balance as battery / weight centered at lowest point the Plug-in to 120Volt to as I do, NEVER use gas. The Massive power increase of *Torq from Large batt. and Horse Power increase on the 450h+ "F" Sport and of course the engine does Not have the 8dog TURBO / lack of spool up time, inherent pause coupled with the bad... HOT... running engines results in reliability issues (see all Euro cars to gain HP) the 450H+ "F" Sport is "Naturally Aspirated"...Like the LC 500 beautiful sports car type bulletproof car / V8

[@omendarklight1526]

Thanks for reviewing my car😂😂, Loving it so far. I never thought I would get a blue car with a red interior, but it just looks sooo good on this vehicle. Tons of compliments. Great review 👏 👌🏾 👍🏾 Edit: Just flip your phone upside down on the wireless charger or just put it in the center console. There's a gap there for cords as well Also nearly everything in the infotainment is customizable including the HUD worth a try.

[@william6765]

Buying guides are good

[@donaldbanner2185]

Hi Kirk, I concur this vehicle fit me better than the Beemer X3, X5, the Genisis, the Cedes GLC and the Porsche Macan. I am 6 feet tall and weigh 182 lbs. Some have mentioned it was not fitting them well...I suspect they were a bit "Larger" and the side hugging nice bolstering was a bit tight. When sitting in the 450h+ "F" Sport ( same seating feel as other 350 F Sport) I feel as though it molded around me and everything felt ergonomic including the 14" infoc-tainment- center angled toward the driver....with the adjustable angle of the HUD (heads up display) Subtle but not overwhelming. For me the driver, I simply feel as part of the nimble nature of this vehicle....Especially the * 450h+ "F" Sport model Note: The torq / added power really shines & VERY quick out of the hole, ...Wheels chirp when floored and this is with the MUCH better traction and performance Michelin's ( *IMO mandatory..... to get rid at dealer for credit back the Dog Eared Bridgstone Run Flats...as RUN FLATS ride Very Harsh / tire within a tire = no cushion and BAD rolling resistance & by Law if you ever get a flat you are REQUIRED to replace the whole miserable tire with a New MISERABLE Bridgstone. As I noted earlier (other article) in I now get 49 miles per 120V charge & I never use gas....one point on the Blue imagine how nice the red calipers would look and all carbon fiber interior where the piano black is along with tint of windows to match on Dr and shotgun side !

[@markg1531]

I have a question regarding the tires: when you replace the run flats with the Michelin tires, what are you going to do when you get a flat tire on the road? Thanks.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@markg1531 *~*~*~ Much BETTER than a SPARE TIRE & you D0-Not have to wait by the road for 1-2 hours for AAA and in my case do Not Even have to jack up car!!!!........HOWEVER, You are REQUIRED to Note: get Rid...YEP.... Trash your dog.... Run Flat because by Law they CAN NOT be repaired!!!!! Jus' Wow!...so now fork out another $260.00 for a BAD Hard riding ......inefficient bad rolling resistance Bridgestone. .....I Simply carry a "Hole Pluger (consists of a basically Large Needle with TAR impregnated rope) !st locate nail / hole Shove in needle with rope by large handle...Pull out Plunger / needle ..snip off rope / line ...Carry a quality inflator that is both Batt and 12V Line if necessary Fill tire and you are GOLD ...you do NOT even to have to get dirty except removing nail w/Pliers....no nuts to remove no dirty spare to put on...and No trip's to tire dealer of against the law repair shop!!!

[@blu_is500]

Another great review! I agree on a few points: 1. The Lexus Emblem needs a comeback, I'm not a fan of the LEXUS typed out. It's not as 'luxe' in my opinion. 2. The NX looks so much better and sexier than the RX. On a different note, I love the Serial Killer Murder Scene Red in my car, but I'm digging the red and black combo in the NX. Thanks for posting! 😀

[@omendarklight1526]

Agreed, after owning the new NX I don't like the typed out font on the back. It reminds me of Lincoln which is worlds away from Lexus. Debating on having it removed or just blacked out.

[@DJG37S]

My own gripe about all cars and not just Lexus is that everything has become computerized and this is a huge, huge liability. I say this because my neighbor bought a 2022 Lexus NX 250h and just this week his screen went out. So when the screen goes out, and wen the screen goes out, there is no way to turn on the AC or adjust it. Why is this important??? Well this is Texas where it gets up to 100 degrees outside and inside the car it is much worse at 120 degrees. So my neighbor had to sweat his ass off for about an 1 1/2 hours (he traveled from Downtown Dallas to Frisco) because he couldn't adjust the AC. He took it to the dealer the next day and they stated he had a bad screen and was being replaced, but all manufacturers needs physical buttons for basic stuff like AC, because my neighbor is a classic example of what could happen here in Texas if everything is touch screen and your screen goes out.

[@RetroClinic]

Unusual for anything electrical to die on a Lexus, but anything can happen I suppose. Did he try setting the A/C with the "hey lexus" or voice command button?

[@DJG37S]

@@RetroClinic Yes. The only screen was dead, so nothing worked. The whole screen has to be replaced.

[@TheWinwin4all]

💯 %

[@bjsimon802]

gorgeous color and looks

[@alengreen589]

I like the exterior design 👍

[@michaelvella8511]

Hi Kirk. Do you know if Lexus will be doing any majour changes for 2024 NX ?

[@RetroClinic]

I wish they'd hurry up and fit the full MID, like the RAV4 is getting :-(

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@RetroClinic Hmmmmmmmmmmm? I'll bite! What might be the acronym "MID"

[@RetroClinic]

@@donaldbanner2185 Multi-information display. The current Lexus ones are all 7” rectangular, with LEDs or physical gauges either side, but the RAV4 is getting a full 12.3 inch display, that other manufacturers have been fitting for years. It’s frustrating that even the new MY24 NX isn’t getting it.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@RetroClinic Symantec's ???? Most thus far refer to: Info - Tainment- Center... Sooooooo, Lexus is using the 14" GREAT size and angled twd the driver units pretty much across the board except on the less expensive UX and NX 250.......Most you have a choice and the upper class vehicles i.e. the 450h+ "F" Sport come stock W/ 14" great simple to operate display!

[@RetroClinic]

@@donaldbanner2185 No, not the infotainment screen, the MID - the one that goes behind the steering wheel and shows MPH, Engine power, fuel etc.

[@ashleylitebrite6971]

What is the ground clearance for the NX?

[@1_Moretime]

7.7 inches

[@ashleylitebrite6971]

@@1_Moretime thanks

[@wayneh1562]

i love the look of the new rx

[@NileshR12]

How did your NX 350 F Sport have a panoramic sunroof? I don’t see that option on the configurator for the 2024 NX 350 F Sport?

[@mualan4683]

The RX500H does not have drive mode nob but you can set it on setting so you can change drive mode on wheel left, right, up, down controller.

[@prorguy5555]

I don’t understand the lack of a spare tire in new cars.

[@kennethkim5219]

They justify it with runflat tires. You can remove the storage bins and put a spare tire in there though. I did that with my NX 350.

[@donaldbanner2185]

............................. It is most probable to save CASH!...However I have t Puncture Repair string / tar impregnated insert-er with a quality air compressor. Note a RUN Flat by Law Has to be discarded after a flat so you Must Buy another DOG to match....simply consider do as I do and D0 Not Wait for an hour for Stupid AAA to arrive knowing you can ONLY drive on a Run Flat 50miles by law....and have to dump it anyway!

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@kennethkim5219 I thought of that...However in the end, when you think about it ...the string impregnated with tar is fae easier and you may not even have to Jack up the vehicle....simply locate nail etc. remove with pliers insert string with plunger remove cut off string and fill with air...Because you would still have to R & R the tire Jacking up required and then take tire to have fixed...String is a Perm Fix quick and less dirty way to approach.

[@syvengalextov]

N2 filled tires.

[@brianmwirigi200]

Would you take these Lexus NX 350 f sport or The Subaru outback XT with also a 2.4l turbo engine?

[@KirkKreifels]

NX. Unless I need way more space, then outback.

[@brianmwirigi200]

@@KirkKreifels 👍

[@amdreym]

Thinking about Lexus and Subaru.... Subaru cheaper $10 K but how long can turbo last and which one is more reliable.

[@matthewchau2481]

You are right about it being hard to get to the Lexus native screen, you would have to tap the screen 3x (Android Auto home > Lexus App > map/ music). The easiest way I find is to ask Lexus to pull it up by voice command. Just say "Hey Lexus, show map" (for map screen, obviously) or "Hey Lexus, USB" (for music screen)

[@donaldbanner2185]

I do NOT use Android ...However with Apple I have Never seen this issue on the 14"

[@matthewchau2481]

@donaldbanner2185 so using apple car play, how would you get to the lexus map screen? How many taps on the screen? I'm just curious between the difference between android and apple

[@TheWinwin4all]

Looks like GX550 is having the same screen with embedded AC controls. I wish Lexus would make physical AC and audio knobs because if screen will go out for whatever reason you can't use AC or audio.

[@jamesgarcia6291]

Sick video dude. I just subscribed. I like how detailed the whole video was. Can’t wait to see more of your videos.

[@KirkKreifels]

Thanks for the sub!

[@abhishekhari6640]

Kirk, Could you PLEASE do a comparision between Lexus RX and Lexus NX 350h? Regards, a follower from Australia.

[@donaldbanner2185]

you might Just, consider the 450h+ "F" Sport...a far better driving experience with the added POWER and Adaptive Suspension IMO!

[@christopherprice3226]

i dig the buying guide

[@chrissynowiec2109]

I don’t know Kirk, personally I like the looks of the new GX the best of all Lexus models now!

[@distantearth]

Fun fact: Motortrend got the NX450h+ to do 0-60mph in 5.5 seconds. (Which translates to 0-100kmh in about 5.7 seconds). You can Google for their review.

[@KirkKreifels]

Motortrend also has a prepped surface. In real world maybe a bit slower.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@KirkKreifels The report was by Car and driver!

[@naveenthemachine]

That’s not very quick 😂

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Best in class❤

[@samliang4146]

how s that compare with rdx, I just always think rdx handdle better than lexux always

[@tomfinger3620]

Hello, yes I like the buying guide. waiting for the New 2024 Venza Limited to come to the maeket place.

[@JogBird]

White OG RAV4 at 14:10

[@jsstr8879]

I found that the new NX had quite a bit of wind noise going over the roof during highway drive

[@jml9550]

Do you have the roof cross bar? Our 2024 NX350H does not and it doesn’t have much much noise from the roof at highway speed.

[@donaldbanner2185]

................NEVER, have heard any excessive noise......My 450h+ "F" Sport is quieter than my wifes 350 RX F Sport by far........NOTE: I believe you are hearing the aforementioned DOG Bridgestones......ride harsh, with much more noise than Michelin's OR as Kirk said the Add on Roof Rack that not only add noise but less mileage economy and IMO do not look as nice!

[@RetroClinic]

I've got the 350h with the Pano Moon Roof, and whilst there is no noise when the shade is closed, there is a little bit of extra noise with it open at motorway speeds.

[@Mark-de4hj]

The problem I had was more with the tire noise than the wind. I had the 18 inch wheels which looks huge on this vehicle and I can imagine even bigger wheels would be worse. But remember, this has much less insolation than the bigger RX. Overall, the NXh was comfortable and handled well. Great gas mileage also!

[@RetroClinic]

Mine has the 20" Bridgestone run-flats, and I've not found the noise to be intrusive at motorway speeds, it's all quite serene! I does depend a bit on the motorway surface though, some surfaces are noisier than others, some by quite a bit!

[@jvconcepcion4547]

thinking of getting this or the audi q5? any thoughts on it?

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

Get the Lexus or BMW. Audi reliability sucks.

[@victorliu9715]

I was able to test drive an Audi Q5 (2.0T), Lexus NX 350 and 350h, and Genesis GV70 (2.0T) back-to-back last year. I found the Lexus way better compared to the Q5. Plus, the materials used in the interior is waay better than the Q5. I was actually shocked why Audi went back to hard plastics on the dash, center console, and doors, while Lexus has nuluxe leather and soft touch material. I had a "WTF" moment.

[@arni7810]

Nice!!!! So how smooth is the ride quality with low profile tires? I wished they would have given it 19inch rims with meaty tires😢

[@DennisMangual]

How is the in cabin sound when driving on the highway compared to the Rav4 XLE (non hybrid)? I ask because i have a Rav4 and the road noise and engine are so loud in the cabin.

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

I agree. The engine sounds like it’s going to blow up going up a small hill. It’s also underpowered. Reliable though.

[@naveenthemachine]

My 2020 Camry XSE v6 is a lot quieter inside than either of the two

[@islanddon865]

Cosmetically it is quite stunning! If you're impressed by girth, than this is for you. Otherwise, the UX may appeal more, which is in our garage. But if you have a burgeoning family, the RX rules. So this is a sweet compromise. The blue color is nice, REALLY nice. But to me, the white metallic has always been my favorite and a classic for Lexus Crossovers & SUV's, but without the overkill red in the F Sport. It's just too much. (And I can see marker, pen and crayon marks on those red seats en masse, if there's kids) The fact that Kirk feels more comfortable in the NX, instead of the RX, is most likely because it's simply more "nimble". Just as the UX is to me, more nimble than the NX. Power? I personally don't really care about hard acceleration in a utility driver. For me, that's not it's purpose. Very thoughtful and comprehensive review.

[@donaldbanner2185]

Hmmmmmmmmmm? " But if you have a burgeoning family, the RX rules. " & Waistline!😇

[@islanddon865]

@@donaldbanner2185 🤭

[@donaldbanner2185]

................................... " overkill red in the F Sport."...............I have the RACY Circut Red with the Black inserts............on the Right color car looks Excellant i.e. Atomic Silver vehicle.... if you have not seen this combo then go look at it,,, very strikin and Racy...especially with my All Carbon Fiber intreior

[@islanddon865]

And that's why we post our own opinions. And it's also why cars are no longer sold as Model T's: "You can have any color you want...as long as it's BLACK".,😆

[@artieartya]

@@islanddon865true to that

[@aussie8114]

When I sat in this I noticed the gloss black around the dash and thought that would be very distracting. If I end up getting one I would need to work out how to cover that gloss black.

[@NileshR12]

The base NX 250 only has 184 lb-ft of torque since it’s a carryover engine from the RAV4 & Camry. That’s also why it doesn’t need premium gas. It only needs regular unlike every other model of the NX that requires premium gas

[@donaldbanner2185]

So NOTTTTTTTTTTT true the 450h+ "F" Sport does Not even have to use gas for 49 miles & I Never buy freaK'n gas....However for the Non turbo i.e. 450h+ "F" Sport is is NON Turbo and owners manual states Regular gas 89 oct........ & it gets 89 empg in Hybred!

[@PeacefulPAPA]

@KirkKreifels Thank you for the review! Do you think you can fit three booster seats in the back row? Occasionally I have to take kids 5, 7 and 9 yo. Also, love the panoramic glass roof but it isn't available in the 450H+ F sport, I wonder why?

[@KirkKreifels]

Small boosters like bubble bums could fit three across.

[@PeacefulPAPA]

@@KirkKreifels I test drove the car and the F-sport seats were a little too tight especially at the shoulders where it forces me to roll them forward the whole time. Did you notice that after a longer drive?

[@paoloochangco6072]

just got the NX. as long as they keep an ICE variant theyll dominate luxury market

[@parveshpoeran8036]

Thanks Kirk, does the 350h drives more comfortable compaired to the plugin because it has less weight?

[@donaldbanner2185]

No the added battery is at the lowest area of the undercarriage, thus adding better CTG for corning & with the added aforementioned "Adaptive Suspension" the steering stiffens on curves and smooths out more of Freeway. I have mentioned elsewhere I believe the 450H+ "F" Sport is one of the finest SUV's built Fit finish are all done in JAPAN on the 450h+ "F" Sport model ONLY better than The Jaguar suv believe me we drove them all....& the 450dh+ "F" Sport goes up in value when you drive it off the lot by 13 to 17K in Re-Sale (show me any vehicle that does this?) Because of econ 101....... very few made because they only come out of Japan....un- like genesis partially made in china!

[@parveshpoeran8036]

@@donaldbanner2185 Thank you Donald. The only thing that I'm "worried" about is that the plugin doesn't have a Mark Lev system. But hearing Kirk he was oke with the basic system. It baffles me that people prefer the Germans, especially since they're not that reliable.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@parveshpoeran8036 Cuz we all fall for the pretty girl in Advertising 101. We have been lead to believe Euro's they are " GUCCI"...in truth the aesthetics i.e. Ferrari, Lamborghini some models of Mercedes are to me, very pretty...after owning many many and a couple of the aforementioned....they ALL Pale to Lexus because the Japanese have taken a quite different route...Indeed they build a product.... improve and refine said product it and D0-Not try to overbuild w twin turbos and Blower..... for the quick thrill Speed sells / impresses Zoom Zoom! In the end the extra horse power gained on a small 4 Banger (now being used) on many even ...& sadly the RX 350 that has lost the V6 last year to achieve better efficiency and the green new freak'n deal!.....End result to get the power you put on the TUBRO it is ...VERY DOCUMENTED how BAD this is... GQQD for Power however the tradeoff is: too much *HEAT, Far too Much internal pressure LOOSER = Reliability! Euros and Korea / China Belguim for Volvo, ALL suffer.... Gaskets start to weaken, i.e. oil leaks galore... wiring starts to melt Stuff starts to go....along with your gett'n massive Headache's as in the back of your head saying Hmmmm? I wonder if I get to work today...Time to dump the BEAST!!! .This is the reason the Re-Sale simply Plummets on All Euros & Korean junk.......Japan does not have Union Shops like Canada and US where if you have a hangover Oh Well!...forget a part spot weld inspection Ah who cares I will never be fired. If you are dumb and* lease a vehicle you Pay 2050.00 or more a month Whew and never really own your rapidly depreciating Headache Oh Well! 2 years trade in the beast/monster and move on....If you pay CASH otd. you REQUIRE Quality...Japan / Lexus is King! Thus my resale value on my 450h+ "F" Sport has gone up!

[@alanh8101]

To be honest I like my previous Gen made in Japan and quality overall but that my take half I got my 2021 Lexus 300nx Premium Pkg fully loaded!! Cheers ✌🏼

[@outlaw_jay914]

Beautiful 🙌🏽

[@Hydrnaught]

Ordered the 350h fsport with the enhancement package 12 - 18 month wait 100k aud

[@zelcpavle5494]

The prices in the US are 🔥🔥😄 Here in Europe is waaay more expensive

[@chrisdooley1184]

That isn’t necessarily true. Popular models are having huge special markups by the dealer, sometimes in excess of $25k (look at the new Civic Type R for an example). The used market has completely lost it’s collective f’ng mind. I’m sure Europe has read and heard all about it

[@maisondav1d]

​@@chrisdooley1184even with that they're still bargains compared to Europe 😅

[@chrisdooley1184]

@@maisondav1d I’m quite sure that’s true 🤔

[@maisondav1d]

@@chrisdooley1184 give you an example - model x plaid is $109k in the US, same car is $208k in Denmark

[@donaldbanner2185]

maybe However All vehicles will reflect higher prices as well!

[@mickeyrenteria]

What website are you using?

[@OrganicStuff1]

I have this car and it's great but wish it was an ev

[@donaldbanner2185]

..................YEP!................... 450h+ "F" Sport or die!!!!!!

[@OrganicStuff1]

@@donaldbanner2185 u want me to die bro?>

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@OrganicStuff1 Nope ! Just hope you had the applicable insight to get the Best of the BEST!

[@chrisjmiller6]

Too bad about all the gloss black. It's nearly impossible to keep clean

[@huunghiem]

Hi do Lexus do nx 250 in the UK.?

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Nice

[@NileshR12]

The Ultrasonic Blue Mica with the Circuit Red interior is the exact color combination I’d want for the NX 350 F Sport

[@lexusbruh904]

Looks great! I agree, the new spelled out "Lexus" on rear may take time getting used to haha

[@jeffs6090]

It's easy to remove. Heat gun, floss, goo gone. Then you can even buy a blacked out Lexus logo to apply.

[@ericamay4489]

Does this car fit a bicycle in the cargo area?

[@manishregmi9115]

I love the fsports but with all red seat half red half black feels little bit odd

[@kevinn1158]

Nice looking SUV but it's very expensive up here in Canada. I can't quite figure out its size. It seems like it's smack dab between a Q3 and Q5. It's easily priced like a fully loaded Q5.

[@chibbyylol]

Have a fewNX450Hs around me that are enticing me every day but idk if I can live without the mark levinson as silly as that sounds

[@donaldbanner2185]

Respectively sir ......DUNB.......As Kirk mentioned the stock stereo is VERY good...a solid B= and ML an A....HOWEVER with the slightest road noise art all it is a wash I have personally heard them both ...a wash...if you want great stereo go home and put the $1200.00+ ad on cost where you can REALLY hear it.....Give up a beautiful engineered vehicle for the idea you MIGHT hear better sound....well now Then, go over to the Euros etc...Good Luck!

[@timlam2453]

I was surprised with no spare tire. I have one in my 2014 IS350!

[@victorliu9715]

I got my name down for an incoming 2024 NX 350 in the Mica 2.0 at the end if September. Canadian spec F-Sport 2 trim. Been back and forth between the Acura RDX A-Spec and this. The clunky pain-in-the-a$$ infotainment system in the RDX, and how the drive mode selector takes up 50% of the center console, I wouldn't be able to live with it. Especially now that the new ZDX gave use a sneak peak on how the infotainment + center console could look like in the next-gen RDX. The RDX has more overall cargo capacity on paper, but comparing the two in-person, the NX is actually not too far off. I feel the Acura puts driving experience first and the luxury second, while it's the other way around in the Lexus. And that I can live with. A buddy of mine has the last-gen 2019 NX 300. This new generation definitely addresses most of the conplaints in the previous.

[@RetroClinic]

Another good review. In the UK we just get a few packages, Premium, Premium Plus and Takumi for the standard ones, and F-Sport and F-Sport with Takumi. The top Takumi spec basically just adds everything available, although I'm still not sure (and neither is the local dealer) why you can't get the Moon Roof on the 450h+?

[@stuinvests]

Great review but I found the Nx too bouncy for me.

[@channingcarmack8332]

How tall are you

[@bond3161]

No year?

[@mishalalbather8225]

Exterior is nice But the interior is just ok I don’t find it wow Not luxury enough

[@mikestowe6136]

ya cool looking rav4 just 10 grand more for a differnt grill lol

[@starbai3619]

Alternative title for this vid.... "Best Sleeping Aid..."

[@your_royal_highness]

This is NOT a great compact SUV for a variety of reasons. I bought my 2023 NX F Sport on impulse in late ‘22; first time in life I did this. Big mistake. Setting aside some very nice technology and a few other bells/whistles, this is not a driver’s car by any stretch. I hated it the minute I took it off the lot. Sold it after one year. It is noisy (yes, it is a Lexus), cramped, slow off the line and handles kinda “meh.” Lexus does not make drivers cars with a couple of exceptions. It is too bad they don’t make a competitor to BMW, Audi, etc. The only good news is that I could afford the error and got a car I really enjoy.

[@the_alpha1111]

No HUD option? Dang, I would literally pay over 2k for a heads up display. That’s how important is for me lol

[@donaldbanner2185]

450h+ "F" Sport has HUD and only one mode MADE IN JAPAN ONLY!

[@omendarklight1526]

Mine is an 24 NX350FSPORT and has the beautiful heads up display. It's possible

[@mfbikle]

Love our 23’ NX350H at $45k, but don’t think it’s worth $60K+

[@reQualrz]

100k in aus

[@donaldbanner2185]

then buy a Dog beeeeemer at 70k

[@MYLIFEISLEGENDARY936.]

Lexus nx is a world class luxury suv and better than any genesis gv70 and more.cant wait until haters like naveenthemachine start posting bullshit comments

[@matthewchau2481]

he hasnt seen the memo yet that this video popped up. He will show up eventually lol 🤣

[@mattmekhaeil]

He’s sleeping a high school student needs to sleep in it’s summer now

[@omendarklight1526]

🤣Yall wild, it's going to be a while. Saw him on the way up here stuck on the side of the road. His genesis was smoking.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@omendarklight1526 Yep! the dog eared KOREAN / China made genesis was smok'n grass on the way to the Service dept, with the "Check your Engine Light"...Nightmare......to say nothing of Loosing 30 to 50% of resale in 3 years where Lexus holds its value or in my case 450h+ "F" Sport goes up in re-sale Value by 13 to 17K!

[@MrRJC1991]

Choosing between this and the GV70 took me a minute to figure out

[@donaldbanner2185]

..............Korean crap against Japan....what is the hesitation

[@gosman949]

I think the luxury package is the way to go with real leather and large screen.

[@annieis300]

❤❤❤❤

[@jpdoc5722]

350h !!, best balance with MPG & acceleration

[@naveenthemachine]

Ever heard of the rav4…? It’s literally the same car

[@Blackandwhitecat-u9v]

@@naveenthemachineNot really. Not at all actually lol.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@Blackandwhitecat-u9v yeah they’re the exact same car. Same size, same performance same suspension same hybrid same AWD same TNGA K platform I’ve driven both and I couldn’t really tell any difference. Drove the same, both rode terrible, both were noisy inside and both performed the same

[@c4me540]

Give it a v6

[@rogerb7147]

Still hard to accept the no spare tire... but the comments on here trend to acceptance. My story: had a puncture, made it home, called AAA to mount the spare (I couldn't get the lug nuts off but that's another story). The next day I went for a repair: Tire store #1 declared the tire unrepairable but didn't carry the tire. Tire store #2 would have to order it. Store #3, the Toyota dealer, ordered it and it was there the next day. I only have the one car so drove around for a day or two on the space saver. I still would vote for having a spare and jack and hesitate to buy a car without one.

[@donaldbanner2185]

.............read my above Do-Not call AAA wait and go through the hassel....get michelin's as well oh and by the by if AAA repaired Said Bridgestone....it is against the la and if by chance you get in an accident and they find a REPAIRED Dog Eared Run flat on your car Insurance is Not Valid.

[@valdius85]

RX is a raised hatchback for fancy people to go golf. The trunk usability is poor.

[@lamshao]

Remember when they weren’t 50k?!!!

[@sst5688]

I have an NX loaner atm while my ES is at Lexus. I’m extremely disappointed in this car. The engine sounds extremely unrefined, and the interior is nice at first glance but after interacting with it you see it’s cheapo. The doors close with a cheapy sound, the interior door handle is all plastic and feels awful and much of the interior plastics sound and feel bargain basement. The plastic housing for the auto windshield wiper sensor behind the rear view mirror rattles over every bump. This car doesn’t feel like a lexus more like a Ford

[@donaldbanner2185]

..............you drove the Turbo...dog engine.....drive the 450h+ F Sport ...no turbo howl and the most quiet car I have been in W all elec Only...np ICE

[@donfighter5]

What is wrong with these commercials? How many of them you are going to put on during 20-minute clip? I have to pay for it... give me a break!!!

[@haywood4299]

I like it and all, but really 50k+ for a compact crossover seems insane to me. I'm starting to think I'll be driving my Toyota forever just because I don't want to pay more for a car than I paid for my first house!

[@markg1531]

Trust me, you’re getting a real bargain in the US. $50 K isn’t much when you consider it’s $75K here in Poland. And the wait time is about a year. Otherwise I’d snag one right away.

[@OMFGallusernamesgone]

... bruh 7 seconds plenty quick? Your 350 was 6.6 seconds. This is not competitive in this segment which is fighting against RWD based architectures whose base models are like 1-2 seconds faster in acceleration. Literally pointless car, just get a venza, save some dough. EDIT: Interior materials also look like a step down from last model, at least sitting on the passenger side.

[@KirkKreifels]

I agree the dash is poor on passenger side. 7s is quick enough for the targeted buyer. Hybrids are the way to go here if you can wait for them.

[@donaldbanner2185]

Although the 450h+ "F" Sport is VERY quick (big elec batt asist out of hole elec chirps all wheels)...it was Not the added speed I was after but rather, the OPTIONS: i.e. to use NO Freak'n Gas.... at all..... however, if need be, use regular & in Hybred mode you get .......*Yep! 89 miles of empg that is huge!!!!....My thought is NOT to use the polluting oil consuming, maintenance monster ICE. ( I do however fire it once every two months for about 1 mile Jus' to keep the Fluids circulating ad gaskets moist. Change the OIL every year even though there is VERY little use as Oil deteriorates.....At this RATE the ICE will be virtually Brand new in years to come....GREAT TO HAVE A BACKUP!.....This is why I mentioned the 450h+ F Sport is the finest built vehicle!

[@naveenthemachine]

My Toyota Camry is so much faster than the nx350 and it has a freaking v6. The performance in it matches the nx450h+ yet it’s at least 20k cheaper

[@TechAndHobby]

@@naveenthemachineremember people buying nx350 mostly not because of the performance

[@naveenthemachine]

@@TechAndHobby yet every single rival that’s not explicitly performance focused is significantly faster

[@EvaSlash]

Exterior looks like previous Gen RAV4...not a big fan. Looks like a fat jelly bean on wheels. Nothing at all like a boxy rugged look

[@Quinton0520]

I just can’t get into Lexuses 😬

[@wally6193]

That's another thing I'm not so sure about is the abundance of glossy black in the NX and the new RX, I prefer the last gen RX interior and the new gen exterior. I think I'll just get the latest gen GX to replace my 4R.

[@wally6193]

Sorry, I disagree with "best looking", I think the RX is better looking. The back end of the NX looks snubbed from the side view, other than that I think it looks great.

[@KirkKreifels]

Fair enough!

[@TechAndHobby]

No he's right, this looks better than the RX, the RX looks like overstyling and lot of things on the front grill are out of space

[@raijin199]

Where in texas are you? That place looks beautiful

[@wally6193]

And I forgot about the biggest downfall of this car and that is no spare tire and having run-flat tires NO THANKS.

[@donaldbanner2185]

.............The biggest "Downfall" of your ThiMk'n is: Dump the RUN FLATS at dealer for credit,,,,, put on Michelin's, add a puncture kit impregnated rope insert-er and a quality air inflator Do- Not wait for AAA for an hour+ and you are gold................Your criteria is HIGHLY Flawed!!!

[@wally6193]

@@donaldbanner2185 just buy the RX or the GX, problem solved. no spare is BS.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@wally6193 Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm? pushing around alot of MASS! FOR WHAT????? Requires PREMIUM EXPENSIVE Poluting gas and wear and tear oil etc on the ICE.........I Do-Not even Use gas........... and can use regular if ever??? needed!............B both of your options are not *nearly as nimble for around town and with 50K Michelin's pretty good chance...operative word chance / no flats...However tire plugs are easy and do not wait nor have to go to repair shop!!!.

[@donaldbanner2185]

@@wally6193 You still have to get out ...jack up vehicle get real dirty or freaK'n wait 1 hour + for AAA wait for your tire to be repaired somewhere??? Tire plugs are EASY! find the nail remove with pliers...insert plug press a button to inflate most times you do not even have to jack up car...Quick and you are on your way.....sounds as if you always depend on others?....Your choice!

[@wally6193]

@@donaldbanner2185 I forgot more about car mechanics than you probably ever knew, so I don't need you to preach to me about tires. Go troll somewhere else.

[@thisisgoingtopain]

This is my favorite car ever thanks for reviewing it. It's the best looking model imo they really saved the best for last of this design language before moving on the whale shark design. 👏 I love the turbo for this smaller size

[@donaldbanner2185]

................................. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm? careful what you wish for; on aforementioned Turbos do your research...they inherent RUN VERY hot melt down of wiring and additional components.....see Euros and Korean crap....additionally there is an inherent LAG at X rpm requiring time for Dog Turbo to spool up!