Lexus has confirmed pricing for new version of its best-selling car, the NX crossover, which comes with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain for the first time.

It’s due to arrive in the UK early next year, priced from £38,300.

Overall length has increased by 20mm, the wheelbase by 30mm, the width by 20mm and the height by 5mm. Lexus says this benefits rear-seat passengers with “notably more space”.

The NX is the first model to feature Lexus’s “Tazuna” cockpit design, which curves round from the driver’s door to the centre console, with key controls and displays grouped in a unified area so they can be read with minimal eye and head movement.

A new e-latch electronic door release system also debuts on the NX, replacing the familiar internal door handle with a push-button switch next to the arm rest in the door panel. A Safe Exit Assist system can prevent the door from being opened if there is a vehicle or cyclist approaching.

Two powertrains are offered in the new NX. The first is an evolution of the existing petrol hybrid, known as the NX 350h. It develops 242PS, a 22% boost, while CO2 emissions are expected to be around 10% lower.

The NX 450h+ will be the first Lexus PHEV, using the 306PS powertrain that is used in the recently-launched Toyota RAV4 PHEV. It is paired with an 18.1kWh battery and promises a zero-emission range of 40 miles.

Inside, a new infotainment system, Lexus Link Connect, uses a 9.8-inch central touchscreen and benefits from an all-new platform. Higher-grade models will feature a 14-inch display.

Driveability is also said to be improved on the latest NX, thanks to a new suspension and a lower centre of gravity.

Three equipment grades will be available for the NX 350h – NX, F Sport and Takumi; the NX grade can also be enhanced with Premium Pack and Premium Plus Pack versions. The same grade structure applies to the NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid, excepting the NX entry point version.

Equipment highlights for the NX include 18-inch alloy wheels, Lexus Link Connect with 9.8-inch multimedia and cloud navigation system, Tahara synthetic leather upholstery, bi-LED headlights with Automatic High Beam and the new generation Lexus Safety System+.

The Premium Pack adds rear privacy glass, smart keyless entry, a wireless phone charger, LED cornering and front fog lights, Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

Premium Plus Pack provides 20-inch alloy wheels, Lexus Link Pro 14-inch multimedia with navigation, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, four-eye LED headlights with Adaptive High-beam System, a Panoramic View Monitor and ambient cabin lighting with 64 selectable colours.

The F Sport model has F Sport 20-inch alloys and dedicated exterior design features including a piano black grille, black roof rails and F Sport badging. The cabin features an F Sport steering wheel, aluminium pedals and sports front seats. The package also equips the car with Adaptive Variable Suspension.

Takumi models have 20-inch alloy wheels with a dedicated design, a Mark Levinson 17-speaker Premium Surround audio system, a digital rear-view mirror, remote and automatic parking functions, panoramic roof and additional Lexus Safety Sense+ features, including Front Cross Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist.

2022 Lexus NX pricing:

Model	Grade	OTR Price
NX 350h	NX	£38,300
NX 350h	Premium Pack	£39,300
NX 350h	Premium Plus Pack	£45,800
NX 350h	F Sport	£47,300
NX 350h	Takumi	£51,800
NX 450h+	Premium Pack	£48,800
NX 450h+	Premium Plus Pack	£53,300
NX 450h+	F Sport	£54,800
NX 450h+	Takumi	£57,800

 

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