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2024 Lexus NX

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 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
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
6 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 39 MPG combined — 56% better than the average 2024 small SUV (25 MPG).
  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

  • Modest powerUp to 275 hp, versus about 349 hp for similar 2024 models.
  • 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2024 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), 56% better than the 2024 small SUV average of 25 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 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2024

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 NX — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 NX →

Trims, performance & features

Engine181 hp2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid
Engine189 hp2.5L 4-cyl hybrid
Engine275 hp2.4L 4-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

450h+ Luxury350 Premium350h Premium350 F Sport Handling

Safety & driver-assist features

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

Built in: Kyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture · Cambridge, Ontario · Tahara, Aichi

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 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+56%$2,100225
NX 450h Plus AWD Plug-in Hybrid2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (AV-S6)All-Wheel Drive38 / 33 / 36+44%$2,30087
NX 2502.5L 4-cylAutomatic (S8)Front-Wheel Drive26 / 33 / 28-1%$2,400311
NX 250 AWD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive25 / 32 / 28+12%$2,400318
NX 350 AWD2.4L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24-4%$3,400370
NX 350 AWD F Sport2.4L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24-4%$3,400370
8/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $5,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25 MPG2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Lexus NX.

Similar 2024 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2024 Lexus NX (this car)39 MPGNot rated6
2024 Tesla Model Y320 miNot rated5
2024 BMW X325 MPG★★★★★3
2024 Lexus RX36 MPGNot rated4
2024 Porsche Macan21 MPGNot rated3
2024 Audi Q526 MPG★★★★★4
2024 Lexus GX17 MPGNot rated4

Recalls (6)

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.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · Jan 29, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V040000 · 1,716 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
A deactivated driver's air bag will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 25TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 25LA02.
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint · Jun 27, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V482000 · 11,418 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024 Lexus RX 350, RX 350h, 2024-2025 NX 250, NX 350, and NX 350h vehicles. The head restraints on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadvertently removed without pressing the lock release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 202, "Head Restraints."
Risk
A head restraint that is inadvertently removed and not reinstalled can increase the risk of injury during a rear-end crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat head rest assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24LB06 and 24LA06.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · Jul 12, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V480000 · 152,927 vehicles

Problem
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, 2023 Lexus RX350, RX350 Hybrid, RX500 Hybrid, 2023-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, and NX350 Hybrid vehicles. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be insufficiently welded, causing the connection to separate and deactivate the driver's air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
A deactivated driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TA08. Lexus' number for this recall is 23LA02.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2024 Lexus NX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

48Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
6Involved a crash
2Involved a fire
5Injuries reported
19,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System17
Unknown Or Other10
Structure › Body6
Power Train4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Visibility/Wiper3
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings3
Service Brakes3
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/01: 124/02: 224/03: 224/04: 224/06: 124/07: 124/08: 224/09: 124/11: 225/01: 125/03: 225/04: 225/05: 325/07: 225/08: 125/09: 125/11: 126/01: 126/03: 226/04: 226/06: 126/07: 126/08: 326/09: 424/0124/0424/0825/0125/0525/0926/0326/07max 4

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2024 Lexus NX buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 17 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Structure › Body — 6 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
  4. Power Train — 4 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 19,000 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 2024 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
2023 NX39183.5 inNot rated518
2022 NX39183.5 inNot rated731
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 →