2025 Lexus NX: Choosing the Right Trim (2024)

If you don’t need acres of interior space in your next luxury SUV, consider the benefits of the compact Lexus NX. It offers the luxury of larger Lexus SUVs in a more manageable size and price. Better still, the NX offers a choice of engines, including a hybrid and plug-in hybrid option. There are even two trims decked out with the performance-oriented F Sport package.

Except for the entry-level NX 250, all trims come standard with all-wheel drive (AWD), an optional enhancement to the front-wheel drive (FWD) base model.

As more empty nesters look to downsize, manufacturers have flooded the segment with worthy rivals, including the Range Rover Evoque, Buick Envista, BMW X1, and Mercedes-Benz GLA. As appealing as some competitors may seem, few, if any, can match the NX for resale, reliability, and overall owner satisfaction, something to keep in mind when comparing apples to apples.

Let’s delve deeper and see which 2025 Lexus NX trim is right for you.

What’s New:

The 2025 Lexus NX has a new exterior color option (Copper Crest) and interior color (Macadamia). New standard equipment includes a power liftgate, rain-sensing wipers, Intuitive Park Assist with automatic braking, and two added USB-C charge ports in the front console. A wireless charging pad is available on all trims.

Our Recommendation:

You can’t argue with the consumer. The NX 350 is the best-selling trim in the lineup, although we think the hybrid and plug-in hybrid models deserve a good look, too.

The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) quoted here include the $1,150 factory-to-dealer delivery fee (destination charge). Prices are current at the time of publishing.

NX 250

Starts at $41,765 |See listings

• Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
• Intuitive Parking Assist
• Power liftgate
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Heated side mirrors
• 8-way power front seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• 9.8-inch touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• 10-speaker Premium audio
• See more

NX 350

Starts at $45,525 |See listings

• All-wheel drive
• 275-horsepower engine
• Active Noise Control
• Blind-spot monitor
• Rear cross-traffic detection
• Traffic sign recognition
• See more

NX 350h
Starts at $46,075 |See listings

• Hybrid powertrain
• 39 mpg combined
• The same features as the NX 350
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NX 350 F Sport Handling
Starts at $50,135 |See listings

• F Sport exterior styling
• 20-inch F Sport gloss-black wheels
• Adaptive dampers
• F Sport suspension
• F Sport sport seats
• Head-up display
• See more

NX 450h+

Starts at $62,290 |See listings

• Plug-in hybrid powertrain
• 37-mile all-electric range
• Perforated quilted leather upholstery
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Triple-beam LED headlights
• Power moonroof
• Foot-activated power liftgate
• Head-up display
• Heated steering heel
• See more

NX 450h+ F Sport Handling

Starts at $63,380 |See listings

• NuLuxe F Sport seats
• Adaptive F Sport suspension dampers
• Heated perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel
• 20-inch glass black wheels
• F Sport styling cues
• See more

2025 Lexus NX 250: $41,765 (FWD), $43,365 (AWD)

The entry-level NX 250 is ideal for buyers uninterested in lightning-fast sprints or maximum fuel economy. It comes standard with FWD, and AWD is a $1,600 option. The NX 250 features a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine good for 203 horsepower and an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Equipped with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of driver assists, the NX 250 touts forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with steering assist, and automatic high-beam headlights.

There’s also a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, and a system to detect when it’s unsafe to make a left turn across traffic and apply the brakes. Intuitive Parking Assist with Braking features front and rear parking sensors to warn when getting too close to an object. If the driver fails to slow, the system automatically activates the brakes.

Safe Exit Assist watches for cars or bikes approaching from the rear. When detected, the system warns exiting passengers with an audible alert and prevents the doors from opening until the coast is clear.

Lexus Safety Connect can call for help in an accident or help police locate a stolen car. It’s a subscription service with a 10-year free trial period.

The NX 250 may be entry-level, but it’s far from sparse. The price includes 18-inch 15-spoke alloy wheels, bi-LED auto on/off headlights, roof rails, a power liftgate, rain-sensing wipers, heated outside mirrors with tilt-down in reverse, and a driver’s side auto-dimming feature.

Lexus’ SmartAccess allows the driver to unlock the doors and start the car without removing the key fob from their purse or pocket.

Inside the NX 250, we find NuLuxe synthetic leather upholstery, an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 2-way power lumbar support, an 8-way power passenger seat, and heated front seats.

Dual-zone automatic climate control, a tilt/telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, a leather-wrapped shift knob, one-touch up/down power windows, and a 60/40-split power-folding rear seat are also included.

The NX infotainment setup includes a 9.8-inch touchscreen with cloud-based navigation, Lexus assistant (say, “Hey, Lexus” to activate), SiriusXM satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hot spot, and wireless integration for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The system also serves as the display for the rear backup camera.

A 10-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System is standard.

Optional packages for the NX 250 include the Premium Package ($1,925), which adds heated and ventilated front seats, a power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, driver’s seat memory (includes mirror and steering wheel positions), a foot-activated power liftgate with kick sensor, and a power moonroof.

Individual options include a 14-inch multimedia touchscreen upgrade, a wireless charging pad, a power moonroof, a heated steering wheel, heated wiper blade de-icers, a fast response interior heater, and a head-up display.

The list goes on to include a digital rearview mirror, a panoramic 360-degree monitor, lane-change assist, front cross-traffic detection, steering wheel touch sensors, Lexus Digital Key (turns your phone into a key), and an 1,800-watt, 17-speaker Mark Levinson audio system.

The NX 250 can tow up to 2,000 pounds when properly equipped.

On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2025 Lexus NX 250 monthly payment starts at $788. See 2025 Lexus NX 250 models for sale near you

2025 Lexus NX 250 includes:

Lexus Safety System+ 3.0– The NX 250’s impressive standard safety and driver-assist systems keep everyone onboard safe and even look out for other drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

Power front seats– The NX 250 provides 8-way adjustable heated power driver and passenger seats. The driver also gets power lumbar support.

Dual-zone automatic climate control – The NX 250’s climate controls let front-seat occupants create their personal climate zones.

2025 Lexus NX 350: $45,525

The NX 350 builds off the NX 250, bringing standard AWD and a more powerful engine. The NX 350’s 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine generates 275 hp and seems a better fit for the NX, giving it the expected performance when dropping 45 large on a luxury SUV.

The NX 350 adds Active Noise Control, which works to quiet the cabin, and Active Sound Control, which uses the audio speakers to enhance the engine’s sound when accelerating.

The NX 350 gets a few more optional packages and features.

The Luxury Package includes the Premium Package (see NX 250), then adds perforated leather upholstery, an 8-way power driver’s seat with 4-way power lumber support, and an 8-way power passenger seat. Also in the mix is a 14-inch multimedia touchscreen, a head-up display, a digital rearview camera mirror, triple-beam LED headlights with washers and built-in cornering lights, and ambient interior lighting.

Individual options beyond the NX 250’s list include power-folding heated rear seats, 20-inch alloy wheels, a panorama glass roof, and Advanced Park parking assist.

On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2025 Lexus NX 350 monthly payment starts at $859. See 2025 Lexus NX 350 models for sale near you

2025 Lexus NX 350 includes:

All-wheel drive– Standard AWD gives the NX 350 a superior grip on wet and dry pavement.

Turbocharged engine– The NX 350’s turbocharged engine can propel it from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.6 seconds.

Available Mark Levinson Audio– The Mark Levinson audio system pumps 1,800 watts through 17 speakers for a magnificent audio experience.

2025 Lexus NX 350h: $46,075

The NX 350h builds off the NX 350 with a hybrid motor setup combining a 2.5-liter gas engine and continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) with two electric motors. The total output of 240 hp gives this hybrid kick while returning an EPA-estimated 39 mpg combined fuel economy figure.

Optional is Lexus’ Advanced Park self-parking assistant with Remote Park, which can automatically parallel or perpendicular park or pull the NX out of a tight parking spot while you’re outside the vehicle (controlling it via the Lexus app).

Otherwise, the NX 350h mirrors the NX 350’s content and options.

On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2025 Lexus NX 350h monthly payment starts at $869. See 2025 Lexus NX 350h AWD models for sale near you

2025 Lexus NX 350 F Sport Handling: $50,135

The NX 350 F Sport Handling turns up the performance dial, building off the NX 350 with aggressive exterior styling, 20-inch F Sport gloss black alloy wheels, and adaptive dampers with stiffer springs.

The F Sport cabin gains an F Sport steering wheel, F Sport seats with enhanced side bolsters, adjustable headrests, and a head-up display.

The F Sport Handling Luxury Package ($2,865) adds heated and ventilated sport front seats, triple-beam LED headlights with washers and built-in cornering lights, a foot-activated power liftgate, ambient interior lighting, a digital rearview mirror, Lexus interface with a 14-inch touchscreen, and memory for the driver’s seat, steering wheel, and mirrors.

On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2025 Lexus NX 350 F Sport Handling monthly payment starts at $946. See 2025 Lexus NX 350 F Sport Handling AWD models for sale near you

2025 Lexus NX 350 F Sport Handling includes:

Adaptive suspension– The F Sport Handling includes stiffer springs, adaptive dampers, and thicker anti-roll bars that help lessen lean in sharp curves.

Sport seats– Thickly bolstered sport seats hold occupants firmly in place.

Head-up display– This feature projects essential data onto the windshield, allowing drivers to see it without taking their eyes off the road.

2025 Lexus NX 450h+: $62,290

The NX 450h+ is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV). It uses the same 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and twin electric motors as the NX 350h, but with an output of 304 hp, a 6.6-kW onboard charger, and an 18.1-kWh battery pack, giving it a 37-mile all-electric range.

The NX450h+ battery can reach full charge in about 2.5 hours using a standard 220/240-volt, 32-amp Level 2 home charger. The NX 450h+ cannot use a Level 3 DC fast-charging station.

Befitting its top-of-the-line status, Lexus gives the NX 450h+ more standard equipment, mostly pulling features from the other trims’ optional equipment packages.

Standard upgrades over the NX 350h include perforated and quilted leather upholstery, heated-and-ventilated power front seats, a heated steering wheel, triple-beam LED headlights with washers and built-in cornering lights, and a power moonroof.

A foot-activated power liftgate, head-up display, ambient interior lighting, 8-way power driver’s seat with 4-way power lumbar support, an 8-way power passenger seat, Black Open Pore wood trim, and the 14-inch multimedia touchscreen are also included.

The Mark Levinson audio system, Advanced Park with Remote Park, a digital rearview mirror, Digital Key, the panoramic view monitor, panorama glass roof, and a wireless charging pad remain optional.

On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2025 Lexus NX 450h+ monthly payment starts at $1,175. See 2025 Lexus NX 450h+ AWD models for sale near you

2024 Lexus NX 450h+ includes:

Heated and ventilated front seats– Seat heaters keep occupants warm and toasty in the winter, while built-in fans keep folks cool and dry in the summer.

EV range– With its 18.1-kWh battery pack, the NX 450h+ can travel up to 37 miles solely on electric power. If your daily drive is less than that, you may never need to fill up with gas.

14-inch touchscreen – The larger multimedia touchscreen makes it easier to see and operate maps, icons, and touch controls.

2025 Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport Handling: $63,380

The NX 450h+ F Sport Handling includes all the features from the NX 450h+, minus its leather seats, which get swapped out for heated and ventilated sport seats covered in NuLuxe upholstery. The power lumbar support drops from 4-way to 2-way.

The NX 450h+ F Sport Handling gains similar features from the NX 350h F Sport Handling, such as an adaptive suspension, F Sport styling, a heated perforated leather steering wheel, and 20-inch gloss black alloy wheels.

On a 60-month loan at 5% financing and $0 down, the 2025 Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport Handling monthly payment starts at $1,196.See 2025 Lexus NX 450h+ F Sport Handling AWD models for sale near you