The Lexus NX 300 is a versatile compact SUV. It features premium luxury, convenient cargo room, reliable safety features, and a state-of-the-art infotainment system. While it looks like the total package, what kind of fuel economy can you expect from it?
Cavender Lexus of Lubbock finds out. We took a deep dive into the Lexus NX 300 MPG numbers, so drivers in Lubbock, Amarillo, and Midland, TX, will know what it's capable of.
Lexus NX 300 Fuel Economy
Lexus NX 300 Fuel EconomyThe Lexus NX 300 can get up to an EPA-estimated 22 city/28 highway MPG.* To deliver that kind of fuel economy, it runs on a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine equipped with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i).
This design has made the Lexus NX 300 a Certified Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle (ULEV III). Plus, it can also provide you with a fun drive thanks to its 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
Efficient Features & Technology
Efficient Features & TechnologyThe Lexus NX 300 also includes lots of technology that can help you get the most out of your gas tank. It starts with Smart Stop Technology. This saves gas by automatically turning the engine off when you're stuck in traffic or at a red light, then turning it back on once you're able to get moving.
You'll also be able to maximize your fuel economy with Driver Mode Select. It includes selectable driving modes such as Sport, Normal, and ECO mode. Hybrid models also include EV (electric vehicle) mode.
There's even technology that pulls double duty, like All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. This standard safety feature can maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, while also keeping a consistent speed.
Lexus NX 300 Specs
With its wide grille and aerodynamic design, the Lexus NX 300 is designed to look good and minimize drag. It cuts through the air with a 0.34 drag coefficient, thanks to a combination of its streamlined accents, high ground clearance, and lightweight design.
This sleek SUV stands 64.8 inches tall and 83.9 inches wide. This gives it great maneuverability, as well as a light curb weight of only 3,940 pounds. Add in its efficient engine and its 15.9-gallon gas tank will help you travel far before you'll have to stop and fill up again.
Lexus NX 300 Hybrid
When you're looking for an even more efficient performance from an SUV, you'll be drawn to the Lexus NX 300h. This hybrid SUV features the Lexus Hybrid Drive system and a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. Together, they can get up to an EPA-estimated 33 city/30 highway MPG.*
Test Drive the Efficient Lexus NX 300
To learn more about the Lexus NX 300 MPG ratings and all the ways it helps you enjoy an efficient drive, visit Cavender Lexus of Lubbock. Both the gas-powered SUV and the hybrid option offer a smooth ride and good fuel economy to drivers in Lubbock, Amarillo, and Midland, Texas.
Contact us to schedule a test drive or visit our dealership to get a closer look at this aerodynamic luxury SUV.