Lexus is a firm that can be proud to pioneer the introduction of electrification in the premium SUV segment. Its SUVs, refined and equipped with the latest comfort technology, were the first to bet on this efficient technology, extracted from its main brand: Toyota. It seems that the development of a complete range of electric cars is not in the minds of the Japanese, but the introduction of hydrogen as an alternative fuel and plug-in hybrid technology as a preliminary step. The new Lexus NX confirms this, being the first crossover of the firm to introduce a PHEV system. It is the same used by the recently presented Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid , with a combined power of 306 hp and an electric range of 63 kilometers .
We still do not have as much information as with the RAV4, which has been ahead of a few months. This is the second generation of the Lexus NX, which hit the market in 2014 and underwent a slight restyling back in 2018 . The changes are not, at first glance, significant but they are. To begin with, it is a model that has grown in all its dimensions to reach 4.66 meters long by 1.86 m wide and 1.64 m high, with a wheelbase of 2.69 meters. Its design continues to rely on short overhangs, which increase the feeling of spaciousness and allow you to play with its silhouette and its elongated areas.
For now, the commercial offering of the new Lexus NX will consist of the plug-in hybrid model, called 450h +, and the traditional hybrid 350h. The latter uses a fourth generation technology, optimized to increase its power by 22% without affecting consumption and final emissions, which are reduced by 10% according to the firm.
The image of this NX is even sharper, with nerves marked throughout the body and an essence that borders on sports in many respects. The L-shaped rear groups, which are introduced thanks to a visual effect up to the rear door, are an ode to harmony and light. Inside, we find a central screen that can be 9.8 to 14 inches , slightly inclined towards the driver and with all the touch buttons, even the steering wheel incorporates touch-sensor touch switches. We tell you more in the gallery.
