Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 | 28 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2025 | 21 | 28 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2024 | 21 | 28 | 24 | 11.2 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2023 | 22 | 29 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2022 | 22 | 29 | 25 | 10.69 | 8.11 | 9.41 | — |
| 2021 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2020 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2019 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2018 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2017 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2016 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | — |
| 2015 | 22 | 28 | 24 | 10.69 | 8.4 | 9.8 | 22-28 mpg combined |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | suv | 4 | 2.4 | Premium | — | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2015 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | 8AR-FTS | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 235 hp | 258 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | Base price | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Trim: 300 Luxury | 300 Luxury | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $35,985 | — | $35,985 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $34,480, MSRP range: $34,480 - $37,980, Confidence: 0.9, notes: MSRP range for different trims., Source: AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote, estimatedAt: 4/7/2026 | — | — | — | USD | $34,480 | $34,480 - $37,980 | 0.9 | MSRP range for different trims. | AI-generated estimate; not a verified quote | 4/7/2026 |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Brakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 501 | 17.7 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 104.7 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 104.7 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 5 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 104.7, Front wheel: 17, Rear wheel: 17 | Standard | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 104.7 | 17 | 17 | — |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | Brakes: Calipers / Ventilated Front Discs | Solid Rear Discs | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Calipers / Ventilated Front Discs | Solid Rear Discs |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 500 | 17.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | laneCenteringAssist | parkAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2023 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2022 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2021 | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2020 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2019 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | optional |
| 2018 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | optional |
| 2017 | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — | optional | standard | — | — | optional | standard | — | optional |
| 2016 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Lexus NX presents a generally good reliability profile, bolstered by zero recalls and complaints.
2025
The 2025 Lexus NX offers an average reliability rating, making pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2024
The 2024 Lexus NX presents an average reliability profile, making thorough pre-purchase inspection crucial.
2023
The 2023 Lexus NX presents an average reliability profile, but a critical recall concerning the driver's airbag demands thorough inspection.
2022
The 2022 Lexus NX presents a mixed reliability picture.
2021
The 2021 Lexus NX stands out as an excellent choice for used car shoppers prioritizing reliability.
2020
The 2020 Lexus NX presents an excellent reliability record, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
2019
The 2019 Lexus NX offers good reliability, but a critical fuel pump recall necessitates a thorough inspection before purchase.
2018
The 2018 Lexus NX presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
2017
The 2017 Lexus NX presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
2016
The 2016 Lexus NX offers average reliability, with significant concerns around its airbag system, fuel delivery, and brakes, necessitating thorough pre-purchase inspection.
2015
The 2015 Lexus NX offers average reliability, with the primary ownership concern being potential airbag system failures.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Lexus NX?
Carfocal currently has 12 published NX reports, covering 2015 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Lexus NX presents a generally good reliability profile, bolstered by zero recalls and complaints.
Published year coverage: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Lexus NX reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Lexus NX. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 lexus nx presents a generally good reliability profile, bolstered by zero recalls and complaints. and the 2026 lexus nx should hold its value well, given lexus's reputation for reliability and build quality. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
12 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Lexus NX?
Across Carfocal's published NX guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, Battery, and Suspension Components (Struts/Shocks). The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, Battery, and Suspension Components (Struts/Shocks).
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 12
- Years tracked
- 12
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints