Lexus NX 450h+ 2022 - Best Hybrid, OKish SUV (ENG) - Test Drive and Review

[@aischilos]

(Marek): "I'm hungry", (Car assistant): "Sorry I'm having trouble understanding you". It's more than obvious Marek is not hungry enough!

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Damn! I should have waited at least until lunch.

[@I_love_our_planet]

I will take the NX - the reason is simple, Toyota is more reliable. When you are the Guys that only own a Car for 24 Months go for the other brands. But when you like to own a Car for a Decade or more go for Toyota/Lexus.

[@combinedeffects4799]

Ha ha - the new door opening mechanism is so sweet - just feels no natural - love it ! Lexus knows something we all don’t.

[@janhendrikschuette5225]

Finally a Lexus that can really be an alternative to the german competition. I find it interesting that Toyota/Lexus has one of the best PHEV drivetrains. Their first fully electric cars are so so but they really got this hybrid game down since the first prius.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

TBH if I were looking for a PHEV, I'd just get a RAV4 or Across, and spend the rest of the money on something pleasant. I wish we got the regular petrol versions of the NX in Europe. They could be interesting in direct comparison vs. the European competition.

[@jdmguy44]

@Jan Hendrik Schuette They've been producing real alternatives to the Germans for the past 30 years. Very successfuly. Beyond their badges most German cars are nothing special.

[@donaldbanner2185]

…..Glad you LOVE this car...........I own the 2022 450h+ F sport..Note the Heads Up display on the windshield W/14” Crystal clear display on both, alone makes the Lexus better........Mine is In Atomic Silver Glows in the Sun Light with Lil" grey metal flake" and same Circut Red interior.. but with Electric battery...Has 306 Horse power 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (Via Road and track at drag strip!.) This model DOES- NOT have a TURBO...But rather, a Naturally aspirated / Carb...........(important because it is well known that TURBOS stress engines)...simply said: see euro cars shop time!....this car combines the Elec Batt and engine to achieve *89 miles per Gallon in Hybred mode with HIGH torq, And VERY quick out of the hole...Jus' blew the doors off a 735i beemer...albeit for only a block ...( I am no dummy a V* will eventually pass many cars in the long dist. (in all fairness) ......However, who cares the thrill is initial take off and tickets are for high speed & SPEED...Kill's! My car has Red Calipers against Powder coated Gloss spoke Black mags and All red "F" Sport Badges........ FAR better built than euro's (mine built in Japan) sadly, new releases are now being made in Canada! Like USA Union shops...no one gets fired for a hang over and bad work??? maybe)..... However, Lexus is Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale that Euro beemers or mercedes Check Engine Light Gucci headache) .......indeed mine has Gone UP in price...Not many cars you can find Like that!... IF YOU CAN FIND ONE ANYWHERE do grab it!......"econ 101".....Has (3) elec. motors gett'n 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (road and track) HIGH torque QUICK out of Hole!......Never do I use gas..... gett'n 43 miles per 120 Volt charge (real world driving my experience.) and NEVER USE GAS....and almost Silent operation in elec....So do your research......as this is Far better than any European beemer or mercedes that are depreciating the moment you drive off the lot BIG TIME! And are un- reliable offering to say nothing of the GAS HOG unproven G 70, & RDX not worth mentioning. Z Best of the BEST F Sport 450h+ ! ….One more thing, Jus' a heads up!......My wife drives the RX 2020 model...Consider putting Michelins on your NX 450h+ F Sport......Far and away EVEN a much smoother ride Much better ride than the HARD Run Flat Bridgestones that come stock. Carry a Batt. quality inflator ( DeWalt 20V MAX Corded/Cordless Air Inflator ) and string tar impregnated rope insert-er and Do-Not wait for AAA.

[@yooralla]

Marek was hangry. 😂😂

[@MarekDrivesENG]

I was pissed off :)

[@CarMojo]

trying to say "I'm hungry" 5 times, when it's apparent, that car doesn't understand it, is quite dumb. you should ask to find a restaurant and you'd get an answer immediately. car systems aren't perfect, but here, the human was an idiot.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Funny thing: I can say "I'm hungry" in Polish, when the system language is set to Polish, and it understands, I'm looking for a restaurant. I imagine it uses the same phrases in various languages.

[@CarMojo]

@@MarekDrivesENG if I remember well, "I'm hungry" in Slovak doesn't work. And there are bugs: e.g. system has trouble saying temperature numbers or pronunciation of special characters, or in pre-production version the answer sometimes came in Hungarian, not in Slovak. Anyway, here in Slovakia all journalists (so far) were quite impressed how the system works (in Slovak).

[@MarekDrivesENG]

@Car Mojo it takes more to impress me, than a half-baked infotainment system, and door handles, which nobody will know how to operate in case of emergency. Windows will be broken.

[@CarMojo]

@@MarekDrivesENG Man, your bias against Toyota/Lexus is so apparent. You dedicated quite a portion of your video just to show how "half-baked" infotainment is by stupidly repeating the same phrase again and again. And about those door handles - omg - just because you can't learn or get used to anything new doesn't mean it's bad. IMO, Lexus finally did the door handles as they always should be - with most cars you have to pull the lever, then move your hand elsewhere to grab the handle and open the door. For anyone without broken brain, who can learn/remember such an easy thing as where one button is, opening the door in Lexus in an emergency can be even more intuitive and quicker: grab the handle + at the same time push/pull the button + open the door. One functionality at one place, that's called ergonomics. Btw, there is a pictogram next to the button telling you what to do... "Windows will be broken" - that's so silly; there's quite a number of cars with electrically operated doors with mechanical emergency release, no-one has ever complained, just one Polish guy who doesn't know his car and/or can't read the user's manual of the car he's driving.

[@slugger7440]

Great review. You raise so many points other reviewers don't.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Thank you. I try to. It's such a nice car at first glance, but upon closer inspection it can annoy the hell out of someone.

[@slugger7440]

@@MarekDrivesENG reminds me of my Skoda octavia vrs iv

[@extreme8808]

I was waiting for this review for months. Not that it's not on other channels already, but I only trust you, Marek. Really looks like a viable and future-proof alternative to my T Roc. Looks nice, the interior is better and I like the toys inside. The steering wheel buttons, working with the HUD in particular is something really clever, I think. But man, I was laughing audibly while you were fighting with the voice control 😂😂😂 Almost sent you in Hungary, instead of a restaurant 😂😂😂 And hey, I desire a Lexus and I'm not 86 years old (only 33) - that's gotta be an improvement for the brand 😅

[@bondjamesbond9041]

The Lexus is NOT an alternative to your T ROC! It's far far superior in every way!!!

[@rocketdreamer]

Beautiful review as usual, I think your verdict says it all. I think they might get due improvement in second MY, u r not the only one mentioning high speed refinement is not refined, quite surprising. KM77 did well there as well. Hope u will try the normal hybrid extensively soon, and thanks for going deep into what others overlook don't know why.... Bravo!

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Maybe I'll wait with the regular hybrid until they sort out the infotainment. I'm sure it can be better.

[@jacobgreenmanedlion1863]

I have always felt that Toyota has one competence: building cars that don’t really break. At everything else they are somewhere from mediocre to terrible.

[@Commentator541]

That is pretty much their moto.

[@bokichko]

New Toyotas are not terrible ..

[@jacobgreenmanedlion1863]

@@bokichko I didn’t say they are terrible. They make cars that serve in an appliance level better than anyone else. They just suck at doing more than that. Contrariwise Mercedes makes fantastic cars in almost every way but that; they cost a mountain of money to own.

[@Commentator541]

Jacob Greenmanedlion That is pretty much the choice. Audi used to be a happy middle ground. Not sure about the newer models.

[@hungvu6705]

@@jacobgreenmanedlion1863 I agree, their cars are not the best over competition but they are seriously good enough for everyone

[@JimHassey]

Thank goodness for your honest review. I'm tired of watching videos that claim they're 'reviewing' the car, but all they're doing is hyping it. Ugh... 😞

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Thank you. I noticed many reviews focus only on the positives, so I decided to point out potential problems.

[@asianskywalker]

This is a better suv than an equivalent BMW or merc. Just go and try them and you'll find the quality is top notch.

[@zakariabouataya7248]

Your definition of mixed emotions is just top notch.... :D

[@laupakhin]

Thanks for the review Marek. If I was in the market for something like this I might choose this over the German trio, but I must say Volvo's current interior and exterior presentation is really doing for me at the moment. An equivalent V60 for me please.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Fair enough! Apparently the Volvo PHEV has got much better since the last time I reviewed one. I'll have to get one in for a test drive.

[@user-ys4og2vv8k]

Grumpy Marek...

[@topthecat2259]

I hope you get to review the new Mazda CX60 PHEV soon Marek, as it would be very interesting to compare it with this Lexus.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

In a couple of months.

[@phaseglobalradiocom9677]

The Mazda will be better option here than the Lexus and it be cheaper than all the major luxury brands!

[@andrzejbudzynski9237]

@@phaseglobalradiocom9677 yeah. But still mazda is just a mazda. It will take 20 yesrs to. become Lexus level and 50 years to be at BMW level.

[@ehioze1000]

Hey Marek, I ordered the NX350h which arrives the uk in feb 2023, however you did not mention the GLC ? And which would you chose ? Lexus, audi, Jaguar, BMW or merc ?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

The GLC is just too old to be a viable competitor here. I haven't driven the F-Pace since the launch. As I said - if you want a fun premium SUV get the X3, and if you're after the interior Q5 is your choice.

[@Vidmantas969]

Oh boy, it feels in his voice that Marek absolutely hates lexus. :D

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Not really. But there's so much wasted potential here.

[@faradaycool4058]

Great job Marek. Keep up the good work

[@moganrrd2047]

I would choose XC60 T8 Extended Range all day ,every day

[@Bikrantpanda]

Well done 👍

[@MJ-nn1ox]

Unfortunately I loved this vehicle but couldn't buy it as a "giant" I physically had issues with the seating positions, just couldn't get it right to drive safely.

[@nggurugaming5160]

You didn't mention Hyundai Bayon, Toyota Corolla. Also please could you mention prices in PLN. Most of us watch your video from Poland and we know you are the only one gem English channel in Poland for car reviews. It would be reall appreciated to see the Cena in PLN :)

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Actually only 1.5% of this channel audience is from Poland, so for Polish pricing please refer to the Polish version. You don't have to watch it. The price is in the description. And your comment should be under a different video :)

[@kevinn1158]

Mixed emotions... Watching your mother in law fall down a cliff in your brand new car!! LOL. OMG that was priceless. But wait, why did you cut off the dance lessons??? I was just getting into it! I think Lexus did a good job cleaning up the exterior design of this and probably the resale value remains high as well if you are buying. Lexus make bullet proof cars don't they? In the end, I can see why a hybrid like this would appeal to people, but then I think, wait, this is the price of a top line Audi Q4 here in Canada and the gov't just increased the MRSP open to getting their 5k dollar giveaway.. Thanks for the great video Mr Marek.

[@MarekDrivesENG]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoqZnJ6di95_g7s Knock yourself out :)

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

no big deal, we are all having an hard time understanding Hungary these days.... jokes aside, just give me physical dials and buttons!

[@ikotsus2448]

Lexus combining data from seat sensor decides to help keep drivers diet on track using non confrontational methods!

[@lievendeville8937]

Volvo xc60 t8 would be my choice over the Audi Q5 tfsi e and the Bmw x3e. Without any doubt.

[@MrFlazz99]

"Hey Lexus" "What the b0ll0*7s do you want now?" "I'd like you to listen to me!" "I'm sorry, I'm not able to p1ss on you" Sometimes the life of a car computer is so hard....

[@crimsontyphoon92]

Marek, which one would you choose ? Lexus NX450h+ or the BMW X3M40i ? :) (2022 models)

[@MarekDrivesENG]

As I said in the end: hybrid=Lexus, non-hybrid=BMW/Audi..

[@rocketdreamer]

Also curious about the SolTerra

[@MarekDrivesENG]

We did a first drive video for our second Polish-only channel. I'll get my hands on the Solterra probably later this summer.

[@NilloufarNikouzinat]

The chairs are short??? You mean the driver’s seat is not extended enough?

[@BillyNoMates1974]

Good review but I think the Outlander Phev has been implemented better

[@andrzejbudzynski9237]

Lol. Hope it is a joke :)

[@lirixbg]

What you think about Hyundai Tucson hybrid

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Whatever I said in the review. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmS9YZiIpd2Ag6M

[@lirixbg]

@@MarekDrivesENG thank you for answering. I meant compared side by side. So you still say Hyundai is after Lexus?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Can I have a BMW please? :-)

[@dimekoza]

What is the fuel consumption when the engine is charging the battery?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Add 10-20%.

[@99solutionsit10]

16:24 🤣

[@AliHijazi]

what does the 450h+ mean or refer to?

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Plug-in hybrid.

[@hammylauw9574]

Sir. A car software(SSD),is usually design to offer you information regarding technicality and or the location of a generic eathouses, such as McD,KFC,Pizzahut..both information is never perfect according to our personal taste. A programmer of a car software usually do not deal with emotional request , hungry, thirsty, sad,or sexual innuendoes. Better a diamond (Lexus NX 450 H+,2022) with a flaw than a pebble (A Dacia Sandero) without one. As my late father used to say, a clever person turn great trouble into little ones and little ones into none at all. Sincerely.

[@davetillu7095]

Rubbish review!

[@numbereightyseven]

So, exiting the car in an emergency depends on some electronics? Hell no, I'm just never going to buy a car with all these dangerous safety features.

[@aldenmendoza8174]

Do you also talk like that when ordering coffee at Starbucks?

[@mie-]

I’d love to see someday a lexus wagon. suvs are 💩

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Actually there was an IS wagon (SportCross it was called) in the first gen.

[@mie-]

@@MarekDrivesENG oh, didn’t knew that m, I’ll check more info about that one. thanks man 👏

[@ast5515]

@@MarekDrivesENG Unfortunately most of them are junked due to rust. It's a shame because they looked cool and it's a reliable rear wheel drive thing with practicality and a limited slip diff.

[@ast5515]

Wasted opportunity seems to be a theme for Toyota / Lexus. They are reliable but that's about the only selling point they have. I think the bezel around the infotainment is rather ugly. The height of the front seats means a taller person may be bothered by how close the roof is. Refinement should be better at this price point. I understand it's cheaper to put the same 4 cylinder in everything they make but at least they could insulate it. It sounds like something that belongs in a Yaris.

[@cubeistgames7985]

I want food

[@MarekDrivesENG]

That's why talking to connected devices just doesn't do it for me. Usually I look silly, and the device understands only about half of what I'm saying.

[@mariobotti1952]

Absolutely toooo expensive

[@narootchanthachit4927]

Just say find a restaurant

[@MarekDrivesENG]

Yes, but this was supposed to be a fancy natural speech recognition friendly system, etc. TBH I rarely use voice commands on any of my devices, but since this was advertised as a stand out feature...

[@Nigelrudyardmusic]

I do like this car, but I detest unnecessary technology - and those door handles are a good example of a solution to a problem that never existed. As for the in-car voice technology, it's always crap, on every car I've ever driven or been in. "Hey Lexus, I'm a European country next to Austria." "Goulash or Wiener Schnitzel?" By the way, your vernacular English is like a native. "OH BLOODY HELL!!!" 😆

[@NilloufarNikouzinat]

Dude , the problem is with your accent!!!!

[@andrzejbudzynski9237]

What is wrong with his accent?

[@rayokuikku]

@@andrzejbudzynski9237 Marek mówi zamiast hągri zamiast hangry

[@andrzejbudzynski9237]

@@rayokuikku nie rozumiem. Zamiast zamiast czyli niezamiast?

[@rayokuikku]

@@andrzejbudzynski9237 zamiast poprawnie hangry to mówi hągry

[@thelastninja4825]

what an expensive piece of junk