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Old 02-16-24, 08:08 AM
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As said we have a 24 Luxury. I’d buy it again. Last.. the NX will sit in a hot Florida garage from June/Oct Any battery concerns?

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If mpg's aren't a concern I'd get the ICE just to not have to deal with regenerative braking.
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Just get yourself 350h it is the best of both worlds. and they are selling like hot cakes, like all sold before they hit the dealers lot
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Originally Posted by Sounds
We're considering a 2nd NX(luxury) Fuel economy is not an issue as the NX is for local short runs. Am I missing something by getting a 350 not a 350h/450h?
I've been driving Lexus SUV hybrids since 2008... just picked up a 350h ~2 weeks ago. Used a 350 loaner while they applied PPF. I find the hybrids to be much more enjoyable to drive -- I couldn't wait to return the loaner. If you care about driving experience, I suggest taking each for a spin and see which you like best (or if you don't have a preference at all!)
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Originally Posted by Sounds
As said we have a 24 Luxury. I’d buy it again. Last.. the NX will sit in a hot Florida garage from June/Oct Any battery concerns?
And you dont wanna go Subaru, which is a consideration, I would go for the turbo NX350 . Period.
On the other hand, as others have suggested, get a second NX350h "if it aint broke, dont fix it"

regarding a Subaru...my brother just bought a turbo model....while I am sure it handles better than my 350h, and is faster than my 350h.... the aesthetics leave something to be desired by the Subaru...
regarding the 350h left for months....as youve read on other threads, leave it in a garage, add a BatteryMinder on it, and before you put it away, use Stabil in the full gas tank (make sure its mixed in the gasoline) and you are golden... over inflate the tires in the garage
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Originally Posted by Lexicon1
regarding the 350h left for months....as youve read on other threads, leave it in a garage, add a BatteryMinder on it, and before you put it away, use Stabil in the full gas tank (make sure its mixed in the gasoline) and you are golden... over inflate the tires in the garage
The NX is for my wife...she is comfortable driving it. What you said about storing... I do that. Using CTEK 7002.
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Originally Posted by Freds430
The 450+ is $19,000 more than a 350. It would take over 20 years at 12,000 miles a year to break even.
20 years from now I'll be pushing up daisy's. And before that I plan to make my last check bounce.
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Originally Posted by midcow3
get a 450h+ if you can find one to buy otherwise get a 350h
Right now there are more 450h+ than 350h Luxury on local dealer lot, and the 450h+ comes with higher incentives.

Buy the 450h+ if you have a need for speed. Else buy the 350h which is a much better value and easier to maintain (no need to plug it in). If you're OK with pure gas, why limit yourself to Lexus? If I was buying gas and money was no object, I would probably consider the Macan.
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Originally Posted by anoop
Right now there are more 450h+ than 350h Luxury on local dealer lot, and the 450h+ comes with higher incentives.

Buy the 450h+ if you have a need for speed. Else buy the 350h which is a much better value and easier to maintain (no need to plug it in). If you're OK with pure gas, why limit yourself to Lexus? If I was buying gas and money was no object, I would probably consider the Macan.
Love the Macan S. The deal is:
Can't order one due to time constraints. The Macans on the lot have $8000-$12000 in cosmetic upgrades. Wheels, seats, trim, trailer hitch, etc. Total waste in my book.
No SOS.... that is a must have. No mitigations. A Mac S runs over $90,000 and will not be driven much. I do like our 2017 Macan S... it is built. My wife is comfortable driving it. Service has been great but at outrageous prices, $1100 for battery, $2500 front brakes. (I did take it to an indy). Not out of the question. BONUS...has a spare and 2 fobs
The NX dealer that we'd buy from has a 450 Atomic Lux... not my favorite color. Will not take delivery without 2 fobs.
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Originally Posted by Pandaroo
I live in an apartment complex with no chargers or power points, it would cost me that much to wire a normal socket to my parking spot.

Anyways, best advice I can give you OP is test drive and make your choice based on what you liked. Everyone has different opinions and views on what's best.
Unfortunately, the thread starter, only gave 2 lines. Does he live in an apartment or condo? If he does.. then sure 450h+ might not be the right option. But again, fuel consumption is not an issue.
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Originally Posted by Freds430
The 450+ is $19,000 more than a 350. It would take over 20 years at 12,000 miles a year to break even.
Depends on what package you pick:

NX350 FSport 3 package: 70,385.58 vs NX450h+ F Sport 3 package: 74,885.58 (after $5000 Federal rebate).

This comes from lexus.ca builder.
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Originally Posted by LexDex99
I've been driving Lexus SUV hybrids since 2008... just picked up a 350h ~2 weeks ago. Used a 350 loaner while they applied PPF. I find the hybrids to be much more enjoyable to drive -- I couldn't wait to return the loaner. If you care about driving experience, I suggest taking each for a spin and see which you like best (or if you don't have a preference at all!)
Totally agree with you. I got a 350 FSport loaner for 2 days when my 450h+ was in to do the wireless charger. I got a call from the service advisor my car was ready and she told me I can come pick it up tomorrow. I told her.... I miss my 450h+, I'm not enjoying the 350 at all.
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Originally Posted by Sounds
The NX dealer that we'd buy from has a 450 Atomic Lux... not my favorite color. Will not take delivery without 2 fobs.
yeah macan service is pricey hence caveat if money is no object. Are recent NX builds coming with 2 key fobs?

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Originally Posted by lsft
Unfortunately, the thread starter, only gave 2 lines. Does he live in an apartment or condo? If he does.. then sure 450h+ might not be the right option. But again, fuel consumption is not an issue.
Nothing negative on my end for whatever we decide. We can handle whatever option we want including a Macan. I swore I’d never get an electric vehicle. Swore I’d never
get married again or buy a black car. Did get married. Owned a black/silver truck. Just back to What am I missing going non-h.
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Originally Posted by oreon333
Just get yourself 350h it is the best of both worlds. and they are selling like hot cakes, like all sold before they hit the dealers lot
A bit off topic, but when I got in line for my 350h they were all sold long before being built or on their way to the dealer. It was crazy. But right now my dealer has 13 unsold 350h in various trims, on the lot. Unsold ready for someone to buy. The whole script has flipped.


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