Lexus NX 350 2022 review: snapshot

The NX 350 is the sportiest version of the second-generation Lexus NX range. Kicking off from $77,900 before on-road costs, it is powered by a gutsy 2.4-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine, driving all four wheels only via an eight-speed torque-converter automatic transmission.

Standard equipment includes LED lights with auto high beams, keyless entry and start, a 14.0-inch touchscreen, ‘Hey, Lexus!’ always-on voice command, satellite navigation, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support, digital radio, a power-adjustable steering column, electrically-actuated front seats with heating, dual-zone climate control, a powered tailgate and 20-inch alloy wheels running on runflat tyres. Everything you need and expect. You’ll also find brings tri-beam LED adaptive headlights, leather upholstery, a head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, ventilated front seats, surround-view cameras, adaptive dampers, sports suspension, extra configurable driving modes, a unique body kit and alloy wheel design, sports seats and blacked-out cabin trim. 

ANCAP has yet to award a rating to the second-generation NX, but expect a five-star result. You’ll find eight airbags (providing coverage to all outboard occupants, also taking in dual-front occupant knees and centre item to stop lateral head strikes), autonomous emergency braking (AEB) with intersection assist and pedestrian and daytime cyclist detection, lane-keep and steering assist, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control with stop/go functionality, auto high beams, road sign recognition, front/rear cross-traffic alert, reverse parking cameras, all-round parking sensors, tyre pressure monitors and Safe Exit Assist – which won’t allow doors to open if passing cyclists or pedestrians are in danger of being struck.

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