Verdict
B
Mid SUV · Japan · 2014-Present
Lexus NX
Lexus NX — spec data and generation history.
Years
2014-Present
Generations
2
Segment
Mid SUV
Lexus's compact-executive SUV — two generations. Mk1 (2014-2021) launched with the angular 'spindle grille' look, NX200t turbo petrol (UK rare) and NX300h hybrid as the volume seller; Mk2 (2021-Present) on the GA-K platform brought the NX350h hybrid (240 bhp) and the long-awaited NX450h+ PHEV (302 bhp, 40-mile EV range). AWD via E-Four (electric rear motor) on hybrids; AWD on PHEV is also E-Four. No diesel ever, no V6 in UK, no manual. The PHEV is the standout — same drivetrain as RAV4 Plug-in but with Lexus interior and warranty. Mk2 is a major step up from Mk1 — newer infotainment, much better cabin, sharper drive. Buy it over a German rival if you value low-fuss ownership.
What changed
Era-to-era deltas
Mk1 2014-2021 → Mk2 2021-Present
BHP +47 bhp
Torque +15 Nm
0–60 mph −1.5 s
Top speed +0 mph
MPG +5 mpg
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
2014-2021
Mk1
→
NX300h — 195 bhp, 0-62 in 9.2s.
Verdict
B
BHP
195
0–60
9.2 s
Top
112 mph
MPG
47.0 mpg
Used
£14,000-£28,000
- + Distinctive angular styling
- + Hybrid efficiency
- − Touchpad infotainment
- − eCVT drone
2021-Present
Mk2
→
NX450h+ PHEV — 302 bhp, 0-62 in 6.3s.
Verdict
B
BHP
302
0–60
6.3 s
Top
124 mph
MPG
256 miles total mpg
Used
£35,000-£56,000
- + PHEV with proper EV range (40 miles)
- + Cabin a real step up
- − PHEV expensive
- − No diesel still
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2014-2021 · Mk1
- 12V aux battery weak (typical Lexus hybrid)
- Hybrid water pump
- Touchpad infotainment frustrating
- Sunroof drain blockages
2021-Present · Mk2
- Door handle e-latch software
- PHEV charging port flap
- Infotainment freezes pre-2024
- Soft brake pedal feel