2022 Lexus NX
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Review and specifications

2022 Lexus NX

The redesigned 2022 Lexus NX looks much like the outgoing model, but beneath that familiar design is a raft of improvements. The cabin is completely transformed, with a more modern instrument panel, larger infotainment screen, and increased passenger space. There are four powertrains available: a base engine that's less powerful than before, a stronger turbocharged choice, a hybrid, and a plug-in hybrid. A 9.8-inch infotainment screen and wireless phone connectivity is standard, and there is an available 14-inch screen. Both options use Lexus new next-gen multimedia interface. An optional 10-inch head-up display is new, putting key travel information right in the driver's view. Lexus claims that head- and legroom have increased for all passengers. Every 2022 NX comes standard with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of active driver assistance features, including FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, BSW, and RCTW. Several previously optional features became standard for 2025 including a power liftgate, auto rain-sensing wipers, and Lexus Intuitive Parking Assist -- a system which warns drivers of approaching objects while parking and can apply the brakes to reduce the risk of a parking collision. Lexus also added two USB type-C ports to the front console. The base NX 250 was dropped after the 2025 model year.

Market value
$35,400
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
Model year 2022
Owner rating 3/5
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 8-speed
Category
Luxury compact SUVs
Generation began
2022

Pricing

Current retail median
$35,400
Retail value range
$30,025 - $41,575
Original MSRP range
$38,350 - $57,400
Trade-in range
$27,360 - $38,740

Ratings

Road test score
82/100
Owner satisfaction
3/5
Would buy again
59%
Reliability
4/5
Expert recommendation
Recommended

Fuel economy

EPA city
22 MPG
EPA highway
29 MPG
EPA combined
25 MPG
Tested city
17 MPG
Tested highway
35 MPG
Tested overall
25 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,945
Cruising range
360 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3 sec
0-60 mph
7.2 sec
60-0 mph braking
127 ft
Avoidance speed
53.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
184 in
Width
73 in
Height
66 in
Wheelbase
106 in
Weight
3,905 lb
Maximum load
890 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
43 in
Rear head room
3 in
Rear leg room
30 in
Cargo volume
26.5 cu ft
Luggage
3+1+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
5/5
Driving
5/5
Styling
5/5
Value
1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
7/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Lexus

Lexus, Toyota’s upscale sub-brand, is among the few luxury automakers that successfully merges technologically-advanced designs with consistently great reliability. Interiors are quiet and finished with finely-crafted materials. The engines are generally smooth and powerful. Many of its cars and SUVs are available with more fuel-efficient hybrid powertrains. Lexus continues to sell sedans, with its ES, IS, and top-shelf LS models. Most of its SUVs have done well in our testing, including the NX, RX, and TX. The brand’s first all-electric vehicle, the RZ, is a luxury version of the Toyota bZ4X EV. Lexus also sells two-door coupes and convertibles, the RC and LC. Multiple Lexus models have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendation for used cars.

Vehicle ID: 22433 First published: June 15, 2021 Updated: December 4, 2025

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