Quick Spin: 2015 Lexus NX 300h
08-01-14 | 11:54 AM
#61
New Lexus NX F SPORT Video from Japan
The Lexus Japan website has been updated to include the NX crossover, and this F SPORT driving video is part of the new marketing:
http://lexusenthusiast.com/2014/07/3...t-video-japan/
08-01-14 | 12:20 PM
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Clearly the GX/LX have been around since 1997/2004 or so respectively but are not unibody.
That's great that RXh was the first hybrid luxury CUV to market. I have no doubt we'll see more.
II'm not "clapping" for any particular brand. I just can acknowledge when others push the envelope or offer things that others don't.
Yes this is a Lexus forum, but this is CAR CHAT. There was a time when people here were able to have a semi open mind about any brand and could talk about other car companies. That's one of the reasons I enjoyed participating here. But now it seems to be overtaken by any sort of remark challenging the supreme goodness and absolute perfection that is Toyota Motor Corp is now seen as sacrilegious. I guess that's what happens when the competition has ramped up and can actually be a threat.
Toyota/Lexus still excels in manufacturing, that's their forte. They also do a great job in overall vehicle system integration/operation. But they're missing the boat on things the market is asking for. Especially in terms of luxury custom build, dynamics, and to some extent safety and features. But that's more for the Future of Lexus discussion thread, not this NX thread.
Yes this is a Lexus forum, but this is CAR CHAT. There was a time when people here were able to have a semi open mind about any brand and could talk about other car companies. That's one of the reasons I enjoyed participating here. But now it seems to be overtaken by any sort of remark challenging the supreme goodness and absolute perfection that is Toyota Motor Corp is now seen as sacrilegious. I guess that's what happens when the competition has ramped up and can actually be a threat.
Toyota/Lexus still excels in manufacturing, that's their forte. They also do a great job in overall vehicle system integration/operation. But they're missing the boat on things the market is asking for. Especially in terms of luxury custom build, dynamics, and to some extent safety and features. But that's more for the Future of Lexus discussion thread, not this NX thread.
Lexus needs more customization and they are working on that. Not sure why dynamics are mentioned when it seems all the new generation cars are near class leading in dynamics. Lexus safety and features continue to be some of the best around. Really confused here but I guess that is your opinion on Lexus which I accept and will move on.
08-01-14 | 12:30 PM
#63
Below are US sales. I still don't understand why one would combine MDX and RDX sales together and compare them to one Lexus CUV.
Lexus RX
2002: 72,963
2003: 92,366
2004: 106,531
2005: 108,775
2006: 108,348
2007: 103,340
2008: 84,181
2009: 93,379
2010: 95,790
2011: 82,595
2012: 95,381
2013: 103,920
2014: 47,264 (YTD)
Acura MDX
2002: 52,955
2003: 57,281
2004: 59,505
2005: 57,948
2006: 54,121
2007: 58,606
2008: 45,377
2009: 31,178
2010: 47,210
2011: 43,271
2012: 50,854
2013: 53,040
2014: 36,947 (YTD)
Acura RDX
2006: 9164
2007: 23,356
2008: 15,845
2009: 10,153
2010: 14,975
2011: 15,196
2012: 29,520
2013: 44,750
2014: 25,881 (YTD)
Lexus RX
2002: 72,963
2003: 92,366
2004: 106,531
2005: 108,775
2006: 108,348
2007: 103,340
2008: 84,181
2009: 93,379
2010: 95,790
2011: 82,595
2012: 95,381
2013: 103,920
2014: 47,264 (YTD)
Acura MDX
2002: 52,955
2003: 57,281
2004: 59,505
2005: 57,948
2006: 54,121
2007: 58,606
2008: 45,377
2009: 31,178
2010: 47,210
2011: 43,271
2012: 50,854
2013: 53,040
2014: 36,947 (YTD)
Acura RDX
2006: 9164
2007: 23,356
2008: 15,845
2009: 10,153
2010: 14,975
2011: 15,196
2012: 29,520
2013: 44,750
2014: 25,881 (YTD)
.... thank you for taking the time to post the sales results
08-01-14 | 01:28 PM
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I hope I like the front end of the NX in person. Really want my sister to get in one. The car looks just a tad awkward in pics to me...like it has its pants up too high. 
It's really just all that surface under the headlights.
It's really just all that surface under the headlights.
08-05-14 | 07:29 AM
#67
Will.I.Am Promotes New Lexus NX in Europe, Will Design Limited Edition Model [w/Videos]
http://www.carscoops.com/2014/08/wil...in-europe.html
Lexus Europe announced a partnership with founding member of The Black Eyed Peas and car enthusiast will.i.am. The musician will be working with the brand to promote its “provocative design and technology” as part of its Striking Angles campaign to launch the new Lexus NX.
Lexus says the collaboration will encompass the worlds of music, design and technology. As part of the overall campaign, will.i.am will design his own limited edition take on the NX and will also star in the brand’s latest television commercial, set to be released later this year.
“Whatever I do I want it to be striking, I want to innovate and revolutionize and my partnership with Lexus on the Striking Angles campaign is no different. Inspired by a shared philosophy in design, we’ve been able to work together on a multi-faceted campaign that will challenge design conventions and fuel people’s imaginations,” will.i.am said.
To kick off the partnership, Lexus has released a short collaboration film featuring the singer and songwriter, which brings to life his track “Dreaming about the Future”, first debuted as part of will.i.am’s Pyramidi installation at the Barbican’s Digital Revolution exhibition in London.
Lexus says the collaboration will encompass the worlds of music, design and technology. As part of the overall campaign, will.i.am will design his own limited edition take on the NX and will also star in the brand’s latest television commercial, set to be released later this year.
“Whatever I do I want it to be striking, I want to innovate and revolutionize and my partnership with Lexus on the Striking Angles campaign is no different. Inspired by a shared philosophy in design, we’ve been able to work together on a multi-faceted campaign that will challenge design conventions and fuel people’s imaginations,” will.i.am said.
To kick off the partnership, Lexus has released a short collaboration film featuring the singer and songwriter, which brings to life his track “Dreaming about the Future”, first debuted as part of will.i.am’s Pyramidi installation at the Barbican’s Digital Revolution exhibition in London.
08-05-14 | 08:18 AM
#68
Video: Guided Tour of the Lexus NX
For anyone looking at purchasing a Lexus NX in the USA, this two-part video with Ming-Jou Chen of Lexus College is an excellent overview of the new crossover:
(The new door handle is a real improvement over the current design — very stylish and functional. Look forward to seeing it on other models.)
http://lexusenthusiast.com/2014/08/0...tour-lexus-nx/
(The new door handle is a real improvement over the current design — very stylish and functional. Look forward to seeing it on other models.)
http://lexusenthusiast.com/2014/08/0...tour-lexus-nx/
08-06-14 | 12:16 PM
#70
Consumer Reports' Take on the Lexus NX Crossover
While the new Lexus NX seems to be baffling quite a few automotive journos, Consumer Reports has got it all figured out.
They like the NX, but find it lacks the usual Lexus ride quality, and the space in the back is nowhere near as good as on the non-premium Toyota RAV4 it shares underpinnings with.
Obviously, a big talking point is the way it looks and just how much that contrasts with the design of the interior. It’s clear that was meant to broaden the brand’s appeal, while at the same time keeping it recognizable, which is why the interior is just so much more conservative than the outside – not in a bad way, but it does come in contrast with the razor sharp lines of the body.
Otherwise, CR sees no reason why this wouldn’t be a good buy, but it is wise to check out the competition first and then make the decision, especially if you want a V6 which the NX doesn’t offer while others do in the same size bracket.
They like the NX, but find it lacks the usual Lexus ride quality, and the space in the back is nowhere near as good as on the non-premium Toyota RAV4 it shares underpinnings with.
Obviously, a big talking point is the way it looks and just how much that contrasts with the design of the interior. It’s clear that was meant to broaden the brand’s appeal, while at the same time keeping it recognizable, which is why the interior is just so much more conservative than the outside – not in a bad way, but it does come in contrast with the razor sharp lines of the body.
Otherwise, CR sees no reason why this wouldn’t be a good buy, but it is wise to check out the competition first and then make the decision, especially if you want a V6 which the NX doesn’t offer while others do in the same size bracket.
08-06-14 | 12:45 PM
#71
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I have to hand it to the complete idiots over a CR for not getting the NX.
The Rav4 and NX should not ever be compared by the press, completely different category of classes that buy the vehicles. The starting price of the NX is usually way out of the price point of a Rav4 buyer. Makes no difference if the NX is Rav4 based.
The Rav4 and NX should not ever be compared by the press, completely different category of classes that buy the vehicles. The starting price of the NX is usually way out of the price point of a Rav4 buyer. Makes no difference if the NX is Rav4 based.
08-06-14 | 01:25 PM
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Sucks about the ride quality. I've been liking Consumer Reports' reviews lately.
I don't get why you're upset. He seemed to be supporting the NX by saying it's NOT a gussied up RAV4. The other statements I took as more "fun facts" since it's interesting it wouldn't have the same interior space as the vehicle it shares a platform with.
Reviewers do this all the time, I don't see it as a big deal. You couldn't find a review that failed to mention the Mercedes ML/Grand Cherokee relationship when the GC debuted, for example. Or the Cayenne/Touareg...or the ES/Camry...Bentley Flying Spur/VW Phaeton...you get the point.
I have to hand it to the complete idiots over a CR for not getting the NX.
The Rav4 and NX should not ever be compared by the press, completely different category of classes that buy the vehicles. The starting price of the NX is usually way out of the price point of a Rav4 buyer. Makes no difference if the NX is Rav4 based.
The Rav4 and NX should not ever be compared by the press, completely different category of classes that buy the vehicles. The starting price of the NX is usually way out of the price point of a Rav4 buyer. Makes no difference if the NX is Rav4 based.
Reviewers do this all the time, I don't see it as a big deal. You couldn't find a review that failed to mention the Mercedes ML/Grand Cherokee relationship when the GC debuted, for example. Or the Cayenne/Touareg...or the ES/Camry...Bentley Flying Spur/VW Phaeton...you get the point.
08-08-14 | 02:06 PM
#74
2015 Lexus NX enters production
Goes on sale in the United States this fall
The first 2015 Lexus NX has rolled off the assembly line at the company's Miyata plant in Japan.
Set to arrive at U.S. dealerships this fall, the model is being billed as 'mold breaker' because it is the company's first compact crossover and the first model to be offered with a turbocharged engine. Speaking of the latter, the NX 200t has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 235 bhp (175 kW) and 258 lb-ft (349 Nm) of torque.
According to Toyota Motor Kyushu President Iwao Nihashi, "People all over the world are excited about the NX. Dealers understand its potential, and they're asking us to give them as many as possible, as soon as possible... We believe the NX will sell well around the world, and that it will become a core model in the Lexus lineup." Nihashi went on to say the company has already received 6,500 preorders in Japan and this is "significantly" more than originally expected.
The first 2015 Lexus NX has rolled off the assembly line at the company's Miyata plant in Japan.
Set to arrive at U.S. dealerships this fall, the model is being billed as 'mold breaker' because it is the company's first compact crossover and the first model to be offered with a turbocharged engine. Speaking of the latter, the NX 200t has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 235 bhp (175 kW) and 258 lb-ft (349 Nm) of torque.
According to Toyota Motor Kyushu President Iwao Nihashi, "People all over the world are excited about the NX. Dealers understand its potential, and they're asking us to give them as many as possible, as soon as possible... We believe the NX will sell well around the world, and that it will become a core model in the Lexus lineup." Nihashi went on to say the company has already received 6,500 preorders in Japan and this is "significantly" more than originally expected.
08-22-14 | 01:38 PM
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SUV's though, tend to have taller-profile tires than regular sedans/coupes, so, more often than not, their firmer rides are found in the suspension, not tires. The suspension also tends to be stiffer to prevent excessive body-roll in these high-center-of-gravity vehicles,
I don't get why you're upset. He seemed to be supporting the NX by saying it's NOT a gussied up RAV4. The other statements I took as more "fun facts" since it's interesting it wouldn't have the same interior space as the vehicle it shares a platform with.