Question 1

Is Core an official Lexus NX grade in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

No. The current range includes NX 350h Premium, NX 350h Limited, NX 450h+ F SPORT and NX 450h+ Limited.

Question 2

Which official NX best matches the Core variant?

Accepted Answer

The NX 350h Premium is the closest entry-grade comparison.

Question 3

What powertrain does the NX 350h Premium use?

Accepted Answer

It combines a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with Lexus Hybrid Drive for 179 kW of total system output.

Question 4

Does the NX 350h Premium need to be plugged in?

Accepted Answer

No. It is a self-charging hybrid, while the separate NX 450h+ models are plug-in hybrids.

Question 5

Is the NX Core comparison all-wheel drive?

Accepted Answer

The NX 350h Premium is front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is used by the current NX 350h Limited and NX 450h+ models.

Question 6

How practical is the Lexus NX?

Accepted Answer

The official brochure lists five seats, 520 litres of luggage capacity to the ceiling and a 1,000 kg braked towing limit.

Question 7

Which colours are available for NX Premium?

Accepted Answer

Official colours include Sonic Quartz, Titanium, Caliente, Sonic Shade, Graphite Black, Sonic Copper, Celestial Blue and Terrane Khaki.

Question 8

Who should choose the NX Core catalogue variant?

Accepted Answer

It suits buyers seeking the core Lexus ownership experience, compact SUV practicality and hybrid efficiency without the Limited or F SPORT equipment packages.

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