2017 Lexus NX 200t review
Lexus NX 200t highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Smooth powertrain delivery
- Generous passenger dimensions
- Great tech
- Premium interior feel
Cons
- Smaller than expected cargo area
- Touchpad control function is distracting
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 27 highway, 24 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Upscale compact crossover SUV
Why settle for less, when you can have the luxuriously-appointed and highly functional 2017 Lexus NX 200t. This five-seat compact crossover has plenty of interior space, deluxe material finishing, and lots of standard features for its single trim offering. Add in a robust turbocharged engine, available all-wheel drive, and some valuable add-on packages, and the 2017 Lexus NX 200t is a worthy option for your consideration. The 2017 NX 200t is unchanged for 2017, with just a minor addition to its navigation capability.
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What is new for the 2017 Lexus NX 200t?
- Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2017 Lexus NX 200t
1. Comfortable interior
Step into the luxurious interior of the 2017 NX 200t, and you’ll feel an immediate sense of relaxation, as comfort and style seamlessly converge. Plush, deep-fill seats in NuLuxe® premium vinyl or leather upholstery make everyday driving a pleasure. Front row passengers are treated to standard bucket seats with power adjustment that includes two-way lumbar, and an impressive 42.8 inches of legroom to enjoy. For your rear-row crew, their comfort is assured too, with 36.1 inches of legroom and available power seat recline functionality.
2. F Sport package
For enhanced handling and enviable curb appeal, pick a 2017 NX 200t with the F Sport package. Its distinctive exterior style accents include 18-inch alloy wheels, F Sport-exclusive badging, and a redesigned front fascia with a mesh grille insert. You’ll feel and see the difference behind the wheel too. The F Sport package elevates your 2017 NX 200t with sport-tuned suspension, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, enhanced engine sounds, and the option of a package-exclusive Rioja red NuLuxe seat upholstery.
3. Pleasing turbo power
The sole powertrain option for the 2017 Lexus NX 200t is a potent 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and standard FWD delivery. Exhibiting refined road manners and a hushed yet powerful performance, the 2017 Lexus NX 200t boasts an impressive output of 235 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. If thrifty performance is a consideration on your shopping list, there’s some pleasing fuel economy figures from this engine too, with an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined.
4. Driver assistance features
In addition to standard features like a rearview camera and LED fog lights, why not opt for a 2017 NX 200t with one or more available advanced driver aids. If you’re always on the go and would appreciate assistance on your reverse or parallel parking maneuvers, then the intuitive parking assist system will serve you well. For highway commuting, pick a 2017 NX 200t with available dynamic radar cruise control. Its sensors will actively maintain a set distance between your vehicle and those in front of you.
5. Available all-wheel drive
If you regularly navigate tough conditions, try the 2017 NX 200t with available all-wheel drive. By distributing power to all four wheels, you’ll gain enhanced traction and stability in adverse conditions like rain and snow. If you need to follow a trail path or navigate a gravel track, that all-wheel drive functionality, along with the NX 200t’s 6.9 inches of standard ground clearance will serve you well.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.7 out of 5
13 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 10 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 2 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the Lexus NX 200t an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus NX 200t 1st out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Lexus NX 200t is $405, compared to an average of $599 for Luxury Compact SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Lexus NX 200t owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.5 times per year, compared to an average of 1.2 times for Luxury Compact SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 4% for the Lexus NX 200t, compared to an average of 10% for Luxury Compact SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Lexus NX 200t features and specs
Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
235
Torque (ft-lbs)
258
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.9
Wheelbase
104.7"
Overall length
182.3"
Width
73.6"
Height
64.8"
Leg room
F 42.8"/R 36.1"
Head room
F 38.2"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P225/65HR17
Rear tires
P225/65HR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
200/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2017 Lexus NX 200t FAQ
The 2017 Lexus NX 200t is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 22 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- F-Sport: 22 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The Lexus NX 200t received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Lexus NX 200t as 0 out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUV
The 2017 Lexus NX 200t has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2017 Lexus NX 200t:
- Full Roof Rack
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