Pros Daring exterior design, well-equipped cabin, available hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
Cons Goofy push-button shifter, no volume knob, no high-performance model offered.
Pros Smooth ride quality Plenty of standard tech and safety features for the money Roomy interior and comfortable front seats Long warranty
Cons Sluggish acceleration from the regular 2.5-liter engine Touch-style center stack controls can be distracting to use Hybrid can't match rivals on fuel economy
Pros Premium cabin Roomy seating and cargo space Many standard safety features Composed ride and handling
Cons Distracting touch-sensitive buttons with optional infotainment system
The 2017 Lexus NX ranks 7 out of 14 Luxury Compact SUVs. The 2017 Lexus NX 200t is a solid luxury compact SUV with a price that’s lower than many of its competitors. The NX deserves a look from shoppers who want a value-oriented and well-rounded daily driver or family car.
Pros Upscale, modern interior Spacious passenger room Comfortable ride quality
Cons Low cargo volume Difficult infotainment touch controls
The Lexus NX is a new direction for Lexus and a capable, smooth crossover that could use a little more smoothing around the corners. The 2017 Lexus NX doesn't stray too far from the crossover that made its debut just a couple years ago.
Pros Turbo acceleration and driving Hybrid fuel economy Spacious and comfortable up front Revolutionary styling from Lexus
Cons Infotainment system is too fussy to use Road noise can be an issue Nearly as fuel efficient as bigger SUVs
Looking for a small luxury crossover SUV that stands out in a crowd? The 2017 Lexus NX 200t certainly qualifies thanks to its aggressive exterior design. You'll like its impeccably crafted interior and spacious backseat, too. Read more to learn if this Lexus crossover is right for you.For 2017, the NX 200t receives a standard Scout GPS Link navigation app that streams from a smartphone.
Pros Impeccable cabin construction and quality Smooth and quiet engine Generous backseat room Copious high-tech features.
Cons Small cargo capacity Potentially distracting and frustrating Remote Touch tech interface.
