DecodedCars2026 Lexus NX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 350 4dr SUV, 350h 4dr SUV, 450h 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.4L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 189–275 hp
- Transmission
- e-CVT, 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 40 combined · 42 city / 38 hwy
- Length
- 183.5 in
- Curb weight
- 3,880–4,387 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 40 MPG combined — 32% better than the average 2026 small SUV (30.2 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a 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
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 28 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 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 front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 184 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,880 lb (350 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 40 MPG combined (42 city / 38 highway), 32% better than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
What changed for 2026
- No plug-in hybrid version any more
- Lightest version 176 lb heavier
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 NX →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Miyawaka City, Fukuoka Prefecture · Cambridge, Ontario
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 NX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 4dr SUV | 183.5 in | 73.6 in | 66.1 in | 105.9 in | 65.7 / 67.3 in | 3,880 lb | 58/42 |
| 350h 4dr SUV | 183.5 in | 73.6 in | 66.1 in | 105.9 in | 65.7 / 67.3 in | 3,968 lb | 57/43 |
| 450h 4dr SUV | 183.5 in | 73.6 in | 65.7 in | 105.9 in | 65.7 / 67.3 in | 4,387 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 350h Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 42 / 38 / 40 | +32% | $2,050 | 220 |
| NX 350h AWD Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 41 / 37 / 39 | +51% | $2,100 | 225 |
| NX 350 AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -7% | $3,400 | 370 |
| NX 350 AWD F Sport | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -7% | $3,400 | 370 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Lexus NX.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus NX (this car) | 40 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Audi Q5 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Lexus NX.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Lexus NX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
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Other NX years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 NX | 39 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 6 | 18 |
| 2024 NX | 39 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 6 | 48 |
| 2023 NX | 39 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 5 | 18 |
| 2022 NX | 39 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 7 | 31 |
| 2021 NX | 31 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 17 |
| 2020 NX | 31 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 28 |
| 2019 NX | 31 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 44 |
| 2018 NX | 31 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 26 |
| 2017 NX | 31 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 30 |
| 2016 NX | 32 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 27 |
| 2015 NX | 32 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 3 | 47 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →