Top 5 Things You Need To Know About 2022 Lexus NX
3. There’s Also a Hybrid NX Option
A D4-S fuel injection 2.5-liter ICE motor is also part of the hybrid powertrain. The rear electric motor only kicks in when the system detects a lack of traction. As a result of this, the AWD system eliminates the need for a driveshaft to the rear wheels and transfer gears.
The hybrid powerplant of NX 350h produces 239 HP and only takes 7.2 seconds to hit 60 MPH. As per EPA estimates, the NX 450h+ can deliver 84 MPGe of combined fuel economy and 36 miles of electric-only range. The NX 350h can deliver 39MPG of combined fuel economy. Lexus NX 450h+ takes just 6 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH.