Happy Friday everyone! We really appreciate all the big steps forward Lexus took with this redesigned Lexus NX, the PHEV model is the most powerful and quickest version in the lineup and that's impressive! However, it seems like for the two steps forward Lexus took, they also made two steps back with some of the packaging in this vehicle. Or maybe it's because the competition is just so darn good nowadays, that it's hard to ignore some of the flaws this car has. Regardless, we'll be testing the NX350 and NX350h for an extended period of time very soon and will update our reviews accordingly!

LOL funny how the "hey Lexus" responds "what do you want to do?" Sounds more like "WTF do you want" LOL

I cross shopped both the NX and RAV4 and the 450h is well worth the $10k premium over the RAV4 Prime. The RAV’s infotainment was out of date when it came out in 2019 and the screen quality is very low resolution. The RAV’s interior materials are noticeably consumer grade and lack the premium feel you get from the Lexus. For a car you plan to own long term its well worth spending a little more up front to enjoy the premium experience for the years to come.

I just finished watching your 2022 Lexus NX 450+ On February 25, 2022. Excellent video and extremely informative. You need to be hired by Lexus corporation to teach their sales people about all the different packages that this car comes with. The sales people keep on insisting that the 450+ still comes with the panoramic moonroof and the Mark Levinson sound system. You are the first person that actually said this on any KZfaq channel. And I have looked at many KZfaq providers. I’m probably going to wait until 2023 NX 450 H plus comes out. Or I’ll check out the 2023 RZ450E. Thank you so much for the great work. I will be watching your videos for now on. Thank you, Bill.

14:20 For these week-long reviews, you have the cars overnight. When you talk about ambient lighting, it's hard for us to see. Can you insert short clips of it in your driveway at night, or from a dark underground parking? Would be nice to see these since you're mentioning it as a feature

Just picked up my NX450h+ f sport and I love it. Drives so smooth and interior feels plush. Truly an experience to drive it everyday!!

Excellent! It's great to have a Plug-in Hybrid that gets 37 in the city and has that electric motor torque for fast acceleration. 304 hp is great for a normal "family" SUV.

The accent light next to the fog light is actually a cornering light. It turns on when you are at low speeds and have your blinkers on it turn the steering wheel a certain amount to the left or right

Great review

In terms of the missing content, I wonder if that is due to supply chain and other factors? The 450 us built in Japan, alongside the RAV4 Prime, and I wonder if Toyota decided from a profitability standpoint, the R4P offered better returns with the panoramic roof, exhaust tips, and other content. Lexus offers additional luxuries, so maybe the offset it on certain models. I still love that Grecian Blue F-Sport model. Such a good looking ride. And these are unlikely to be as marked up as the R4Ps are right now.

Love this dudes reviews

Great reviews

Thank you for your excellent video. We have a 2019 NX which takes premium gas and gives us low gas mileage, so were considering the plug in electric to run on battery for around town and charge at home, but the range is very limited and the price with the nicer trim too high.

Great review! Would you say the 350h is better?

Thank you for your review. Very useful. Question: How does the car maintain AWD when there is no mechanical connection to the rear wheels, just electric motors? It's a bit confusing. (But please keep your hands on the wheel when driving)

Sofyan, as always, your reviews are stellar. You really make one examine a vehicle on all aspects, especially with your undeniable ability to compare your press vehicles to their competition. Essentially your reviews give me what I need most - the indisputable truth. Please continue to offer your honest opinion, which potentially saves me from making a dreadful purchase. Thank you.

Got the Toyota rav 4 hybrid xse cause this hasn’t come out yet & after seeing this review, I don’t feel like I was missing out on much.

Great Review.

I just bought this car. My CarPlay doesn’t connect all the time either! I have to sometimes manually connect it or restart the screen 😑 it’s kind of annoying! But I love everything else about this car 😍

That's awesome 😎 thanks 🙏

Nice new kicks, Sofyan!!! 👍

I will stay with my Venza

I am hoping you can clarify something for me about the RAV4. I test drove the PRIME yesterday and am thinking the salesperson did not know the vehicle as well as you. They told me the EV mode would not operate at highway speeds. I had been particularly excited by the vehicle as I work less than 20 miles from home and thought I would be able to drive back and forth to work ( which includes some highway miles) on the battery power alone. But, after test driving, I doubted that.

Is the vehicle slow after it runs out of battery charge?

Got one on order maybe get by July.

“Toyota and Lexus in Texas” got Dr.Suess vibes

The lack of Mark Levinson and pano roof is due to the weight of the PHEV, which is already 2000kg, according to Lexus Australia.

Even if I like Redline Review, I insist viewers to watch other 5-10 reviews about Lexus NX. Others have covered more good side/characteristics of Lexus this channel did not cover. This is true for all cars and models. Do not decide to buy or reject a car based on 1 review.

This is the ultimate version of your "old" RAV4 prime 😜

Sofyan, can you please review 2022 Audi q5 phev with a bigger battery pack? I am debating between Lexus NX 450h+ and Audi q5 phev.

Ummmm why premium gas??? 2 HP doesn’t justify that. Also no pano roof on the 450H is a huge missed opportunity. If anything this should offer the pano roof and not the RAV4

I've seen other reviews say that it doesn't have the panoramic sunroof bc of how heavy glass is and it would add too much weight. I test drove it today and the thing that stood out to me is how loud the cabin gets at higher speed (82/85 mph). But, I usually only drive at 78/79mph so it may not be an issue.

Not having the ML sound system on the top trim is a dealbreaker for me.

How was the windshield wide range on windows?

Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!

I agree that the new NX just doesn't seem all that luxurious from the inside. Aside from the large 14" screen, I think the previous gen's interior looked more premium.

I wish you spent more time comparing it to vehicles it actually competes with instead of pointing out similarities to the rav4

Thanks!

Lexus For Life✊️

Does this come in 7 seat?

does anyone know when all new 5-th gen lexus rx will be available???

Need to update your info on Fuel Type. From the 450h+ Owner's Manual: Fuel Type: 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher [recomended] 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher [minimum]

I love this interior! It looks really high end and stylish. I also love the functionality of the new infotainment system, but I hate that it's cloud based. Toyota is really pushing the always connected tech in their vehicles and that will be a deal breaker for a lot buyers, maybe including me. It depends on whether or not you can disable it if you want to.

Do the electric battery charge themselves?

Good looking

Sofyan, it’s not kinda a NX!!! It is a NX!!! 😆 I died!!!

Lexus is certainly missing the mark by not offering things like a panoramic sunroof or a premium sound system (?) on what is essentially the top trim of what can be currently considered a super hot compact luxury crossover market

Since the drivetrains of the Lexus NX 450h+ is the same as the Toyota Rav4 Prime, why shouldn't it be ok to use the same regular grade gas that the Toyota uses?

Is that manufactured in usa or japan?

I'm so torn Sofyan. Should I choose reliability over flare for my money? I love luxury, but absolutely despise having to take my vehicle to the mechanic so often.

This and the RAV4 Prime are not worth the price at all… so saying this one is 10K worth over a Prime which puts this around 61K p,us taxes is absolutely overpriced. Buzzy 4 pot, awful infotainment controls. Just for reference a X5 PHEV starts at 63.7K well equipped. Just add the lowest level $1300 plus $400 4 Zone climate package and you are good. Plus gets $7500 Fed Tax credit.

정말정말 로.... 멋있는 토요타 잠바 이네요.. 어디서구입 했어요...?

Start at $55K. I think I would cross shop a Model Y instead of a RAV4. I'm not a Tesla fan boy, but that is a lot of money for a fancy RAV4.

Lexus said they didn’t include mark levinson premium audio and panoramic moonroof to reduce the vehicle weight! 😞 We need panoramic moonroof

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!!!!!!

A lot more cabin sound and air seals. No place for cabin air to escape when you close door; so soft close would fix that.

…..Glad you LOVE this car...........I own the 2022 450h+ F sport..Note the Heads Up display on the windshield W/14” Crystal clear display on both, alone makes the Lexus better........Mine is In Atomic Silver Glows in the Sun Light with Lil" grey metal flake" and same Circut Red interior.. but with Electric battery...Has 306 Horse power 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (Via Road and track at drag strip!.) This model DOES- NOT have a TURBO...But rather, a Naturally aspirated / Carb...........(important because it is well known that TURBOS stress engines)...simply said: see euro cars shop time!....this car combines the Elec Batt and engine to achieve *89 miles per Gallon in Hybred mode with HIGH torq, And VERY quick out of the hole...Jus' blew the doors off a 735i beemer...albeit for only a block ...( I am no dummy a V* will eventually pass many cars in the long dist. (in all fairness) ......However, who cares the thrill is initial take off and tickets are for high speed & SPEED...Kill's! My car has Red Calipers against Powder coated Gloss spoke Black mags and All red "F" Sport Badges........ FAR better built than euro's (mine built in Japan) sadly, new releases are now being made in Canada! Like USA Union shops...no one gets fired for a hang over and bad work??? maybe)..... However, Lexus is Far more reliable...Far better Re-Sale that Euro beemers or mercedes Check Engine Light Gucci headache) .......indeed mine has Gone UP in price...Not many cars you can find Like that!... IF YOU CAN FIND ONE ANYWHERE do grab it!......"econ 101".....Has (3) elec. motors gett'n 0 to 60 in 5.6 sec (road and track) HIGH torque QUICK out of Hole!......Never do I use gas..... gett'n 43 miles per 120 Volt charge (real world driving my experience.) and NEVER USE GAS....and almost Silent operation in elec....So do your research......as this is Far better than any European beemer or mercedes that are depreciating the moment you drive off the lot BIG TIME! And are un- reliable offering to say nothing of the GAS HOG unproven G 70, & RDX not worth mentioning. Z Best of the BEST F Sport 450h+ ! ….One more thing, Jus' a heads up!......My wife drives the RX 2020 model...Consider putting Michelins on your NX 450h+ F Sport......Far and away EVEN a much smoother ride Much better ride than the HARD Run Flat Bridgestones that come stock. Carry a Batt. quality inflator ( DeWalt 20V MAX Corded/Cordless Air Inflator ) and string tar impregnated rope insert-er and Do-Not wait for AAA.

I love your Toyota Jacket.

Man, the prices on these new vehicles 🤦🏾‍♂ (and yes, I know it's a Lexus. I'm looking for a BEV or PHEV and these prices are crazy all around)

A dealer was asking me for 10k more for this. I pick up a RX350 than feel way more better

Biggest pro is the fact that this is a mature PHEV system that Toyota it's been perfecting over the last 2 decades. Nah I won't touch anything in Volvo, friends had problems with electrical system.

And also I just traded in my 2019 nx300 for the NEW NX250 BLACK WITH RED INTERIOR 😌

Thanks for the great review, I think it's a big misstep for Lexus to ask for Premium fuel for this Plug-In NX to begin with, which negates the whole point buying a plug-in car in the first place. Hopefully I will see your review of the Kia Sorento PHEV which I current own and truly enjoy driving. No premium fuel needed, lots of room, real spare tire, easy to use info system, quality real leather, pano roof (optional but at least it is available), standard 6 seaters, huge LCD cluster, Bose Sound System for my Prestige trim, 14 way driver seat with thigh extension and 10 way passenger seat with lumber adjustment, HEATED 2nd row seats, great value for the money even with market adjustments (I bet it's the same for Lexus dealers). I really want to love Lexus but they need to work harder to catch up with the Korean brands. Even the JD power is awarding Kia as number 1 in reliability this year so people cannot keep talking about Korean brands not being reliable....Oh, also the new NX does not look much different from my pre-owned 2016 NX turbo....so not much excitement when I see this new NX.

You cannot find a RAV4 at MSRP but my Lexus dealer will sell this at MSRP so it’s a better deal. Also it would be nice if you talk about the suspension and ride quality on this compared to the RAV4 since you talk about throughout the whole video

Why no pano ruff in the plug in hybrid?

Prime with luxury and more weight (2 more HP = Wow!)

"Compromised" 👌👌 the best definition for Toyota products

Premium GAS! Why Lexus, why would you do this???!!!! I am now driving a 2021 RX F series 3 (my 6th Lexus over the years) and seriously looking at this PHEV, I just canceled my scheduled test drive.

Last gen interior looked more premium than this. Only the infotainment is an improvement, IMO.

I'm waiting for them to make an SUV with a 100 mile battery range + gas.

It’s a bit too expensive compared to the other NX and RX trims. It only makes sense to buy this if you can mostly electric commute over 10 years, or if you just like spending money for the top level trim.

Futuristic

I have the rav4 prime and won't even want this haha

I want your jacket!

Much better than Tesla Y or any EV under 100k

This or 4xe?

I sat down with a Lexus salesman and we discussed about this nx packages and Model spec. We were both scratching our head too because there are no real Luxury option in the PHEV nx such as premium sound system and panoroof. Then I ended up order the 350 hybrid with Executive package instead, not to mention, if I do highway drive more than local commute, the 350h consume a bit less gas than the Plug in Hybrid, moreover the 350h accepts ***REGULAR GAS*** as minimum fuel requirement.

Premium fuel? Doesn’t that negate any fuel savings? Also, why?

I am planning on cross shopping this and the new Kia Sportage 2023 PHEV(yes, I feel like Hyundai/Kia is at the same level as Lexus these days). I would love to have a comparison of the two in terms of quality, true MPG, and value.

Which part of Pennsylvania?

I'm in Az and I was told by two different dealerships that the 450h+ is only going to be available in Cali, Oregon and I'm not 100% sure but maybe also Washington. He said I couldn't even order one and they don't know how long this is going to last.

head up display is standard on both 450h+ models

Lexus Safety Sense+ 3.0 and the screen is 14". Lots of errors in your review.

This vehicle costs too much for how compromised it is.

I have the 22 F sport 2.4L gas Mileage is terrible so but I only have 900 miles on it.. hoping it get better ..I fell lexus tuned the turbo for Longevity reliability because I think the engine could produce more power

I hope Toyota makes more models with DIRECT 4.

Cloud /OTA Nav takes a minute to beam all your local info to the NXh.

This vehicle is $91,000 w tax in Canada. Too expensive for what you receive in exchange.

Not sure that comparing this to the Rav4 Prime is a good comparison in terms of "what car should you buy" because Rav4 Prime is impossible to get. If it's a question of "what PHEV should you buy" you can get this, or you can get a non-Toyota model.

My ford car play doesn’t boot up sometimes even connected by wire.

My wife just got a 2022 NX and I am not crazy about it. She keeps a car 10+ years so this is the right car for her but I am really not impressed. Oh and it is a pain to switch from the Lexus UI back to CarPlay and back to Lexus UI. The passenger (teenage daughter) can't change the radio while in CarPlay mode. a Track forward and back (radio preset advance) would have been great next to the volume button.

They expect a buyer to pay $10k to $15k more for a more efficient vehicle, and then turn around, because of the premium gas requirement, pay all your gas efficiency savings to big oil.

Mazda CX-5 loaded 40k! That's a lot of fuel. If you want the pano roof wait for the CX50. Mazda= minimalist class!

Does this have the 3.3 or the 6.6kw onboard charger??

Good luck finding one.

6.09 in the wet easily translates to 5.6 or so in the dry. 6.09 vs 6.0 is a round error.

A suggestion: please consider spending less time on the 0-60 testing. It's interesting info but in my opinion isn't commensurate in value with the amount of time you devote to it in your finished videos.

I thought the 450h was only offered in California. Maybe I'm wrong.

The car has significantly less cargo space and interior room versus the rav4. Why would you buy an SUV if you don't have a ton of cargo space? Also, run flats? Ugh.

10000 more expensive than a rav4 prime (never mind dealers wanting 10-15k on top of that, out of their f'n minds if you asked me), bigger in exterior yet smaller inside, heavier, slower, less efficient overall, mentioned before but less cargo space, like this is a complete disaster. no one should buy this honestly.