New Lexus NX now available in South Africa – pricing and features
The New Lexus NX mid-size luxury SUV is now on sale in South Africa, offering five derivatives at a starting price of R968,000.
“Lexus has carried out a total reinvention of the NX. Its ambition and commitment are demonstrated by the major advances in performance, handling, and efficiency – this is also reflected in the fact that 95% of the vehicle’s parts are new,” said Lexus.
“Next-generation multimedia and connectivity coupled with the application of advanced technologies for higher levels of safety, comfort and convenience further confirm the VIP status of this new mid-size luxury SUV in the Lexus line-up,” the automaker added.
Features
The new NX SUV will be offered in three main models, 250h, 350h, and F Sport.
The entire range will feature standard controls, including keyless start, gearshift, dual-zone climate control, and driving modes, all conveniently located on the same plane for effortless and natural movement.
The cockpit space curves around from the driver’s door to the centre console, with information sources – a 14-inch infotainment screen, combimeter, and a Heads Up Display (Grade dependent).
Both the SE and F Sport versions now feature an electronic door release, replacing conventional door handles with a push-button switch next to the armrest in the door panel.
This system is connected to the blind-spot monitors, ensuring that passengers cannot exit the vehicle if it is deemed unsafe.
As standard are also several convenient features such as adaptive cruise control, a 10-speaker sound system, a reverse camera, heated and cooled front seats, onboard navigation, a wireless charger, front and rear park distance control, hill assist, and synthetic leather seats.
The SE and F Sport models come equipped with additional features such as a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, a high-quality 17-speaker Mark Levinson sound system, a heads-up display, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive headlights, and genuine leather seats.
In addition, the F Sport offers a selection of unique paint options including Poseidon Blue and White Nova. The interior upholstery options for F Sport include Black, White, or Flare Red.
Exterior features include alloy wheels ranging from 18 to 20 inches, automatic LED headlights, a hands-free electric tailgate, rain-sensing wipers, electro-chromatic side mirrors, and a singular “lightning” reverse light.
Performance
The main attraction among the new models is the 350h. It utilizes the brand’s state-of-the-art fourth-generation hybrid technology.
The vehicle operates on a combination of a four-cylinder, 2.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors fueled by a lithium-ion battery pack – producing a total power output of 179kW.
This allows the mid-sized SUV to consume only 5.0 litres of fuel per 100km while reaching 0-100km/h in 7.7 seconds with a top speed of 200km/h.
The other derivatives – 250 and 350 – both operate an eight-speed automatic shifter.
The 250 is equipped with a 2.5-litre petrol engine that produces 152kW and 243Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 9.1 seconds and has an average fuel consumption of 7.1l/100km.
The 350 model boasts more power, utilizing a turbocharged 2.4-litre engine that generates 205kW and 430Nm of torque. This results in an acceleration time of 7.0 seconds and a fuel consumption rate of 8.1l/100km.
Pricing
The South African pricing for the new Lexus NX is as follows:
- Lexus NX 250 EX – R968,000
- Lexus NX 350h EX – R1,000,100
- Lexus NX 350h SE – R1,172,900
- Lexus NX 350h F Sport – R1,200,800
- Lexus NX 350 FS Sport – R1,211,900
Each purchase comes with a 7-year/105,000km warranty, while the 350h includes an additional 8-year/195,000km battery warranty.
All-new Lexus NX
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