Lexus Japan Releases Special Edition NX 200t & NX 300h
Blacked out spindle grille and black accents, available in five exterior colors.
Kevin · November 30th, 2016
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New Lexus NX SPORT Package Introduced in Europe
Black side mirrors, black grille, black wheels, available in October.
Kevin · September 29th, 2016
Lexus Japan Brings Molten Pearl Exterior Color to NX F SPORT
Comes complete with orange contrast stitching in the cabin.
Kevin · September 5th, 2016
Lexus NX 200t F SPORT Finishes Second in Car & Driver Compact Crossover Comparison
A strong showing for the Lexus compact crossover.
Kevin · August 22nd, 2016
Lexus NX & Lexus RX Making Big Sales Impact in Russia
Lexus set a new sales record in May and are up 20.7% in 2016.
Kevin · June 28th, 2016
Lexus NX Flies Through the Air in New Japanese Commercial
A flying Lexus NX drone being chased by hipster granny and her grandson.
Kevin · April 19th, 2016
New Lexus NX Commercial from Australia
A new NX commercial featuring David Mack from the Sydney Dance Company.
Kevin · April 18th, 2016
Lexus Trademarks NX 300 in USA, Europe, and Australia
Is there a new engine option coming to the popular compact crossover?
Kevin · April 4th, 2016
Behind-the-Scenes with Lexus NX Chief Engineer Takeaki Kato
BEYOND Magazine has an insightful feature on Lexus NX chief engineer Takeaki Kato.
Kevin · March 16th, 2016
Lexus NX Named Top Compact SUV in U.S. News Best Cars for the Money Awards
The annual U.S. News 2016 Best Cars for the Money winners were announced today.
Kevin · February 9th, 2016
Sponsor: Lexus NX F SPORT and RC F from Vossen Wheels & RS-R
Vossen Wheels recently worked with the Lexus USA Eastern office and RS-R USA on two vehicles for the show car circuit.
Kevin · January 20th, 2016
Video: Lexus NX on Wheels Made of Ice
Lexus UK has worked with ice sculptors to create frozen wheels for the NX crossover.
Kevin · December 21st, 2015
Lexus NX is the Most Popular Luxury Vehicle Search on Google in 2015
Google has released its annual Year in Search results, and the Lexus NX scored as the top-ranking luxury vehicle search in the USA.
Kevin · December 20th, 2015
Video: Fifth Gear Reviews the Lexus NX 300h F SPORT
Watch the Fifth Gear team take the Lexus NX 300h F SPORT offroading in a surprising review.
Nik · October 5th, 2015
No Plans for Lexus Compact Crossover Smaller than NX?
According to a Motor Report interview with Lexus Australia chief executive Sean Hanley, a crossover smaller than the NX is not a priority for the brand.
Kevin · September 28th, 2015
Consumer Reports Trolls the 2015 Lexus NX
Consumer Reports calls the Lexus NX one of the worst cars of 2015, and in the process prove they're ill-equipped to review much more than toasters and refrigerators.
Kevin · September 14th, 2015
Video: Lexus and Will.i.Am Create Real-Life Guitar Hero with Lasers and NX Crossovers
The Lexus Europe collaboration with musician Will.I.Am hits a high note with this elaborate real-life videogame event in Madrid.
Kevin · July 30th, 2015
Photo Gallery: The Lexus NX 20t Aero Kit from TOM’S Japan
Official Lexus Japan tuner TOM’S has released more photos of their new NX 20t aero kit.
Kevin · June 24th, 2015
Video: Lexus NX Study Measures Consumer Excitement
Lexus USA teamed up with AMCI Testing, one of the most respected independent automotive testing companies in the world, to compare the consumer excitement level of the Lexus NX & Audi Q5.
Kevin · June 11th, 2015
Lexus Announces Safety Recall for NX 200t for Anti-Lock Brake Issue
Lexus has announced a safety recall for certain 2015 Lexus NX 200t models due to an issue with the anti-lock brake system.
Kevin · May 27th, 2015
Video: TOM’S Releases Lexus NX 20t Aero Kit & Exhaust System
Official Lexus Japan tuner TOM’S has released an extensive video of their new NX 20t aero kit.
Kevin · May 21st, 2015
Lexus Dominates 2015 Auto Express Driver Power Study
The 2015 Auto Express Driver Power survey of over 61,000 British drivers has named Lexus the best manufacturer and the Lexus IS the Best Car to Own in Britain.
Kevin · April 22nd, 2015
CarAdvice Comparison: The Lexus NX 200t vs. BMW X3 xDrive28i
In a CarAdvice comparison test between the Lexus NX 200t F SPORT and BMW X3 xDrive28i, reviewer Matt Campbell found the contest too close to call.
Kevin · April 15th, 2015
Review: The 2015 Lexus NX 200t F SPORT in Miami
Lexus Enthusiast has just launched a new review section on our forums, and to kick things off, site administrator Mike Forsythe has published an extensive writeup on the NX 200t F SPORT.
Kevin · April 9th, 2015
Success of Lexus NX Means Possible Inventory Shortage in USA
The Lexus NX could be in short supply in the USA as demand outstrips available inventory.
Kevin · April 8th, 2015
Japanese Tuner TOM’S Developing NX F SPORT Body Kit
Just one week after releasing details on their RC F aero kit, Japanese tuner TOM'S published a couple photos of their upcoming NX body kit.
Kevin · March 25th, 2015
Win a Lexus NX F SPORT in Tonight Show Contest
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon has partnered up with Lexus for a crazy rap contest.
Kevin · March 22nd, 2015
Lexus NX F SPORT Wins Motor Trend Luxury Compact Crossover Comparison
The NX F SPORT takes top spot against the BMW X3, RR Evoque, Lincoln MKC, and Volvo XC60.
Kevin · March 16th, 2015
LX Mode Releases Lexus NX Body Kit
Japanese tuner LX Mode is at again -- this time with a wild and crazy body kit for the Lexus NX.
Kevin · March 11th, 2015
Lexus NX 200t & NX 300h Awarded NHTSA Five Star Safety Rating
The new Lexus SUV was also named a Top Safety Pick+ by the IIHS and awarded five stars by Euro NCAP.
Kevin · March 9th, 2015
Wald International Releases Black Bison Kit for Lexus NX F SPORT
Japanese tuner Wald International has gone bold with their latest body kit for the Lexus NX.
Kevin · February 26th, 2015
Video: Dramatic Lexus Mini-Commercials for British TV Sponsorship
As part of their Drama on 4 sponsorship, these six new mini-commercials show the dramatic side of Lexus
Kevin · February 19th, 2015
AutoGuide Comparison: The Lexus NX 200t vs. Mercedes GLA 250
The NX vs GLA in this latest video comparison from AutoGuide.
Kevin · February 16th, 2015
Lexus RC, Lexus NX & Lexus RC F All Named Finalists in 2015 World Car Awards
The Lexus NX & Lexus RC are up for the World Luxury Car awards, the RC F for the World Performance Car award.
Kevin · February 11th, 2015
Lexus NX Customization Options Available in Japan
As a followup to yesterday’s post, it turns out Lexus Japan offers color-coded wheel arches for the NX: It’s a ¥151,200 ($1,275 USD) option, and just one of the many customizations Lexus Japan offers. There’s also a door garnish, door handle garnish, plated side door molding, and a chrome trunk lip: I was also pointed …
Kevin · January 22nd, 2015
Custom Color-Coded Lexus NX Spotted in Japan
An eagle-eyed reader in Japan spotted this Lexus NX with color-coded wheel arches: No information on if this was a custom job or an aftermarket accessory — hopefully someone out there has more details. I’ve always wondered how the NX would look without its dark grey wheel arches, and to be honest, I don’t know …
Kevin · January 21st, 2015
Lexus Increases NX Production to 10,000 Units Per Month
Lexus has increased production of the NX compact crossover to 10,000 units per month in order to capitalize on the vehicle’s impressive launch. The initial expectation was for 80,000 NXs to be sold worldwide in 2015, but the forecast has now been raised to more than 100,000 units. The NX is produced at Toyota Motor …
Kevin · January 18th, 2015
Video: New Lexus NX Commercial for Superbowl XLIX
Lexus returns to the Superbowl advertising game with a commercial for the new NX compact crossover: The commercial was created by Walton Issacson — Variety talked with one of the ad agency’s founders about the spot: The Lexus ad is remarkable for what it lacks. The spot features no surprise appearances by a movie star …
Kevin · January 15th, 2015
Jeremy Clarkson Reviews the 2015 Lexus NX 300h
Jeremy Clarkson has reviewed the 2015 Lexus NX 300h for The Sunday Times: So, a crossover hybrid with an N in its name and low-rent underpinnings from a company that’s capable of turning out a howler from time to time. This is not looking good. But here’s the thing: it does…It’s one of those cars …
Kevin · January 6th, 2015
Lexus USA Releases Two NX F SPORT Commercials
Lexus USA has released two commercials for the NX compact crossover: These first two ads will begin airing on network television today, and will be followed by two additional commercials shortly thereafter.
Kevin · January 5th, 2015
The Lexus NX: Focus on the Details
Some interesting details on the Lexus NX development have been shared by Australian website GoAuto: Items such as body shake induced by windscreen wiper movement and changes in vehicle geometry due to differences in tyre tread were studied and addressed for the utmost refinement under a system dubbed microscopic force control. The engineers said almost …
Kevin · December 15th, 2014
Lexus NX 200t AWD: By the Numbers
Car & Driver has put the Lexus NX 200t AWD to the test and reports the results: The numbers we got at the track won’t exactly light your hair on fire, the NX accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and hitting the quarter-mile in 15.3 seconds at 92 mph. That 60-mph time …
Kevin · December 10th, 2014
Lexus NX Receives Five Star Safety Rating in Europe
The Lexus NX has received a Euro NCAP five-star rating with scores well above the necessary minimum, making the new compact crossover one of the safest vehicles in its segment. Testing focuses on four areas: Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Pedestrian Protection and Safety Assist technologies — here are two NX crash-test videos: Here are the …
Kevin · December 4th, 2014
Photo Gallery: Lexus RC F SPORT, NX F SPORT, and IS F SPORT All Together
Ace photographer Ste Ho pulled together the Lexus RC F SPORT, NX F SPORT, and IS F SPORT for a tidy little photoshoot: There’s a great shot with all three models together: (Before seeing all these models side-by-side, I would have said the spindle grille was different on every vehicle — surprised by how similar …
Kevin · December 3rd, 2014
Photo Gallery: Lexus NX 200t F SPORT in Richmond, British Columbia
Not content to wait until the first NX SUVs reach North America, OpenRoad Lexus in Richmond, British Columbia have imported a NX 200t F SPORT from Japan to build on interest shown by prospective customers. To further promote the new model, the dealership also commissioned photographer Matt Kwok for a massive gallery. Exterior Interior Details …
Kevin · November 12th, 2014
10,000 Lexus NX Orders in First Month of European Sales
Right out the gate, the NX 300h has been a huge hit for Lexus in Europe — 10,000 orders have been placed across the continent in the very first month of sales. (For perspective, Lexus sold 43,281 vehicles across Europe in 2013. In a single month, the NX has sold nearly 25% of last year’s …
Kevin · November 10th, 2014
Photo Gallery: Lexus Vehicles at SEMA 2014
Lexus USA has released details on some of the tuned cars that will be shown at SEMA tomorrow in Las Vegas — here’s a breakdown of the information so far, along with a whole heap of images. Rocket Bunny Lexus RC F SPORT Custom Rocket Bunny wide body kit designed by TRA-Kyoto · Enkei custom …
Kevin · November 4th, 2014
Lexus Chief Engineer Wants NX F High Performance Crossover
Lexus NX chief engineer Takeaki Kato shares some interesting details in an interview with Australian website GoAuto: [The 2.0-litre turbo] engine looks set to provide sparkling performance in the NX 200t, but an even more potent version has not been ruled out by Mr Kato – an amateur motor racer in his spare time. He …
Kevin · October 28th, 2014
Car & Driver Reviews the 2015 Lexus NX 300h
Steve Siler from Car & Driver has [reviewed the 2015 Lexus NX 300h]( Steve Siler from Car & Driver has reviewed the 2015 Lexus NX 300h: Hushed as a prep-school library, the NX300h lets a mere 71 decibels of noise into the cabin at wide-open throttle and only 68 when cruising at 70 mph (the …
Kevin · October 28th, 2014
New Lexus NX Commercial from Australia
Lexus Australia has released their new NX commercial, and it’s a good one: (Really like the end screen graphics on this commercial — very nice spindle grille to Lexus logo transition.)
Kevin · October 27th, 2014
Lexus NX Scores High in Motor Trend SUV of the Year Award Rankings
The Lexus NX was a finalist in the Motor Trend SUV of the Year award rankings — here’s a quote from Jonny Lieberman’s write-up: The looks were obviously polarizing, and that’s exactly the point. You don’t make your mini-ute look like a mashup of a Cylon and Predator because you want a wallflower. [Editor Angus] …
Kevin · October 22nd, 2014
Lexus USA Releases NX 200t & NX 300h Pricing
USA pricing for the Lexus NX was announced today, with the NX 200t starting at $35,405 and the NX 300h at $40,645. Front-wheel drive is standard on both models, and adding all-wheel drive will add $1,400 to the price of the NX 200t and $1,590 to the NX 300h. Standard features include power seats, a …
Kevin · October 16th, 2014
Lexus Poland Celebrates NX Arrival with Donuts
NX shipments have started arriving across Europe, so Lexus Poland decided to celebrate the occasion with some GS 450h donuts around the delivery trucks:
Kevin · October 16th, 2014
Lexus NX 200t & NX 300h Performance Tested by Motor Trend
Jonny Lieberman of Motor Trend has posted the first third-party performance figures for the Lexus NX, and has this to say: Here’s the big takeaway: While not an athlete, the NX is still a pretty groovy little trucklette, never mind the hybrid version that will only account for 10 percent of total sales. Going up …
Kevin · October 15th, 2014
Is Lexus Planning a Sub-NX Compact Crossover?
Lexus International president Tokuo Fukuichi discussed the possibility of a crossover smaller than the NX with Australian website GoAuto: Meanwhile, discussing a possible sub-NX crossover for the Japanese luxury brand to compete against the Mercedes-Benz GLA and BMW X1, Mr Fukuichi said it would depend on whether Toyota had the appropriate platform to share. “We …
Kevin · October 14th, 2014
Photo Gallery: Lexus NX 200t F SPORT in Seattle
Lexus Europe has released a massive collection of NX photos as part of their press launch in Seattle — I’m going to break the photos up by model, starting with the NX 200t F SPORT. NX 200t F SPORT Exterior NX 200t F SPORT Interior
Kevin · October 13th, 2014
CAR Magazine Reviews the 2015 Lexus NX 300h
CJ Hubbard at CAR Magazine has driven the 2015 Lexus NX 300h, and the resulting review speaks for itself: Combining one of the boldest SUV design statements ever with a sophisticated twin-motor E-Four hybrid four-wheel drive system, the NX is the best real world Lexus yet. The NX has a sense of style and purpose …
Kevin · September 30th, 2014
Photo Gallery: Lexus NX & World Tennis Star Agnieska Radwanska
Agnieska Radwanska, the number five ranked woman tennis player in the world, has modelled with the NX F SPORT as part of her sponsorship deal with Lexus: There’s also this behind-the-scenes video from the photo shoot: Lexus has sponsored Radwanska since 2012, when she faced off against seven-time champion Serena Williams in the Wimbledon final. [Source: …
Kevin · September 26th, 2014
Custom Lexus NX F SPORT Designed by Will.i.Am
The custom Lexus NX F SPORT designed by musician Will.i.Am was revealed at an event last night in Paris — let’s start off with the official images: The exterior reminds me of the custom-built IS F SPORT from SEMA last year — the wide-body is well-integrated, and the white carbon wheel arches works well: It’s …
Kevin · September 25th, 2014
Lexus NX Nominated for 2015 North American Truck/Utility of the Year
The Lexus NX has made the short list for the 2015 North American Truck/Utility of the Year, joining 11 other vehicles including the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford F-150, Porsche Macan, and Toyota Highlander. Next up, the award judges will choose three finalists from the group before naming a winner at the 2015 North American International Auto …
Kevin · September 23rd, 2014
Initial Lexus NX Orders in Japan Surpass Yearly Sales Goal
The Lexus NX is set to make a big sales impact in Japan — in just over a month, 9,500 orders have been made at dealerships. This is 1,357% of the expected sales goal of 700 units per month, meaning a full year’s inventory has already been sold. It’s important to note that the final …
Kevin · September 23rd, 2014
Limited Edition Lexus NX Designed by Will.i.Am to Debut This Week
The limited-edition Lexus NX designed by musician Will.i.Am will be unveiled this week as part of Paris Fashion Week, and the above image has been released as a teaser for the custom model. (Going from the image, the NX exterior looks unchanged — it does appear that a custom color has been used, and the …
Kevin · September 21st, 2014
Lexus Europe Releases NX Commercial with Will.i.Am
Lexus Europe have released their new NX commercial featuring Will.i.Am: There’s also a behind-the-scenes look at how the commercial was created: Overall, the concept is great — the commercial takes the sharpness of the NX and applies it to the rest of the world. Clever. (Not crazy about the tie-in with Will.i.Am, as I’m not …
Kevin · September 17th, 2014
Lexus Not Considering CT F or NX F High Performance Models
Lexus F chief engineer Yukihiko Yaguchi has dismissed the idea of a high-performance CT hatchback — from Motoring Australia: “He is not interested in building with front-wheel drive configuration,” [Yaguchi-san’s] interpreter told motoring.com.au. Asked if F could develop an all-wheel drive version Yaguchi replied via his interpreter: “Basically they have to consider taking whatever is …
Kevin · September 10th, 2014
Video: The Lexus NX Surround View Panoramic Monitor in Action
While unavailable in North America, the Lexus NX will have an available 360° panoramic view monitor in some markets around the world — here’s a quick demonstration of the system in action: The camera system works with four high-definition cameras in each corner of the vehicle, giving a full overview of the surroundings — very …
Kevin · September 9th, 2014
Giant Foam Obstacle Course at Lexus NX Launch Event in Japan
Lexus had a giant foam party at the Tokyo Tower last week to launch their new Japanese NX commercial — here’s some video from the event: My friend Danny was also in attendance, and sent over these photos: Automotive News writer Hans Greimel attended the event: While now a cringe-worthy memory for most hipsters in …
Kevin · September 1st, 2014
Lexus NX Commercial from Japan
Lexus Japan has released a commercial for the new NX compact crossover, and it has that same quirky cleverness seen in their recent campaigns: There’s also this behind-the-scenes look at all those bubbles:
Kevin · August 26th, 2014
Photo Gallery: Lexus NX in Japan
Japanese website Response has an excellent photo gallery of the Lexus NX: (The NX is destined to be a huge hit in Japan — dealerships in the country have already taken 6,500 preorders.) [Source: Response.jp]
Kevin · August 14th, 2014