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2022 Lexus NX

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

Lexus NX
Pictured: 2023 Lexus NX 450h, front 4.5.23. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
350h 4dr SUV, 450h 4dr SUV, 250 4dr SUV, 350 4dr SUV
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower
181–275 hp
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Seats
5
Fuel
Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
39 combined · 41 city / 37 hwy
Length
183.5 in
Curb weight
3,704–4,387 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
7 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 39 MPG combined — 59% better than the average 2022 small SUV (24.5 MPG).
  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

  • Modest powerUp to 275 hp, versus about 375 hp for similar 2022 models.
  • 7 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2022 Lexus NX is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.4L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,968 lb (350h 4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 39 MPG combined (41 city / 37 highway), 59% better than the 2022 small SUV average of 24.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,100 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 7 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2022

  • New body dimensions: 1.2 in longer, wheelbase +1.2 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
  • New plug-in hybrid version
  • Engine added: 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
  • Engine dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
  • Best combined MPG up from 31 to 39

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 NX →

Trims, performance & features

Engine181 hp2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid
Engine275 hp2.4L 4-cyl
Engine189 hp2.5L 4-cyl hybrid
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

450h+ Luxury350 Premium350 F Sport Handling350h Premium350h Base

Safety & driver-assist features

Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Miyawaka, Fukuoka · Cambridge, Ontario · Tahara, Aichi

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 NX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
350h 4dr SUV183.5 in73.6 in66.1 in105.9 in65.7 / 67.3 in3,968 lb57/43
450h 4dr SUV183.5 in73.6 in65.7 in105.9 in65.7 / 67.3 in4,387 lb57/43
250 4dr SUV183.5 in73.6 in66.1 in105.9 in65.7 / 67.3 in3,704 lb58/42
350 4dr SUV183.5 in73.6 in66.1 in105.9 in65.7 / 67.3 in3,880 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
NX 350h AWD Hybrid2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)All-Wheel Drive41 / 37 / 39+59%$2,100225
NX 450h Plus AWD Plug-in Hybrid2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)All-Wheel Drive38 / 33 / 36+47%$2,30087
NX 2502.5L 4-cylAutomatic (S8)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 33 / 28+6%$2,400311
NX 250 AWD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive25 / 32 / 28+14%$2,400318
NX 350 AWD2.4L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive22 / 29 / 25+2%$3,300357
NX 350 AWD2.4L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive22 / 28 / 25+2%$3,300358
9/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $5,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
24.5 MPG2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Lexus NX.

Similar 2022 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2022 Lexus NX (this car)39 MPGNot rated7
2022 Tesla Model Y330 miNot rated20
2022 BMW X325 MPG★★★★★7
2022 Lexus RX30 MPGNot rated0
2022 Porsche Macan21 MPGNot rated0
2022 Audi Q526 MPGNot rated8
2022 Volvo XC6028 MPGNot rated7

Recalls (7)

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Oct 20, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V687000 · 68,356 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, and NX450h+ vehicles. The instrument panel cluster combination meter may fail to display certain warnings or indicators. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk
An instrument panel display that fails to show engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature, or electrical charge increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the combination meter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 26LA10.
Back Over Prevention › Software · Mar 18, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V162000 · 144,200 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB02 and 26LA02.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 30, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Dc/Dc Converter · Jul 12, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V478000 · 43,442 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RAV4 Prime and 2022 Lexus NX450h+ plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The electric current rectifying module contained within the DC-DC converter may have been damaged during production, which can result in an electrical short-circuit.
Risk
A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix
Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles when the ambient air temperature is below or expected to drop below 41 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius). Dealers will replace the DC-DC converter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB07/23LB01.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 1, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V661000 · 83,725 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus NX250, NX350, and Toyota Tundra vehicles. The Skid Control ECU within the Brake Actuator Assembly may falsely detect an overcurrent condition of the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Actuator and enter a failsafe mode which prevents the EPB from being engaged. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
An electronic parking brake that cannot be engaged while in "park," may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will reprogram the Skid Control ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 22TA11 and 22LA04.
Suspension › Front › Shock Absorber · Apr 13, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V238000 · 4,215 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2022 NX250, NX350, NX350h, and NX450h+ vehicles. Missing spot-welds between the body panels and the front shock absorber mounting areas may cause the front shock absorber to separate from the mounting area.
Risk
A separated shock absorber can cause a loss of vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will add welds to body panels or replace the body panels where welds have failed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Lexus customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Lexus's number for this recall is 22LA02.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) › Control Module › Software · Apr 13, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V239000 · 458,110 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022 Lexus LX 600, Lexus NX 350h, Lexus NX 450h+, Toytoa RAV4 Hybrid, 2021-2022 Lexus LS 500h, Toyota Mirai, RAV4 PRIME, Sienna, Venza, and 2020-2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The Skid Control ECU software may not turn on the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system when the vehicle is restarted after the driver has disabled the VSC system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk
Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the Skid Control ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TA03. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA01.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 Lexus NX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

31Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
8Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
3Injuries reported
47,748 miTypical mileage at failure
Unknown Or Other9
Electrical System7
Service Brakes6
Visibility/Wiper2
Wheels2
Structure › Body2
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking2
Seats1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
22/03: 122/04: 122/06: 122/09: 122/11: 222/12: 223/03: 223/06: 223/09: 323/11: 224/03: 224/04: 124/05: 225/02: 125/03: 125/09: 125/10: 125/11: 126/03: 226/08: 126/10: 122/0322/0923/0323/1124/0525/0926/03max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2022 Lexus NX buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 7 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 7 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Service Brakes — 6 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  4. Visibility/Wiper — 2 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 47,748 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  7. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Lexus NX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other NX years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 NX40183.5 inNot rated06
2025 NX39183.5 inNot rated618
2024 NX39183.5 inNot rated648
2023 NX39183.5 inNot rated518
2021 NX31182.3 inNot rated017
2020 NX31182.3 inNot rated028
2019 NX31182.3 inNot rated244
2018 NX31182.3 inNot rated126
2017 NX31182.3 inNot rated030
2016 NX32182.3 inNot rated127
2015 NX32182.3 inNot rated347

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →