Lexus is known for designing exceptionally stylish high-performance vehicles that have the power to compete with the most expensive luxury brand vehicles in the segment. The brand has taken this same ideology and built the 2018 Lexus NX that is better than ever before.
More angular, larger and longer than before, the all-new Lexus NX has a new exterior that grabs the attention of the onlookers while the well-crafted interior is now more spacious and comfortable. The refreshed design ensures a crisper look that suits this premium compact SUV perfectly.
The addition of latest technologies and many new active safety features has made the 2018 Lexus NX even more attractive for luxury SUV enthusiasts. As for performance upgrades, the engineers at Lexus have redesigned the suspension and a developed a stiffer chassis to offer sharp handling.
Here is a review of the 2018 Lexus NX as we take a closer look at its design, performance, safety features and more.
Design of the 2018 Lexus NX
Stylish and comfortable, these attributes define the 2018 Lexus NX perfectly. The exterior of the compact SUV is now more angular than before, while the interior has been updated to feature plenty of new comfort and convenience features along with latest technologies.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Lexus NX has been expressively styled to standout and demand the attention of everyone on the road. Luxurious and commanding, the vehicle is designed to impress at a glance. This is a mid-cycle refresh to make this already handsome vehicle even more irresistible.
The front fascia of the all-new 2018 NX has been altered slightly to make it fresh, yet it retains the signature elements. The signature large spindle grille is still covering almost all of the front fascia with sharply creased headlights that have been restyled to feature triple-projector-beam headlamps.
The air intakes at the sides now have a new design and are larger than before to maintain the intimidating look of the vehicle. The hood is muscular and curved to be more aerodynamic with sharp lines that flow upwards from the grille towards the windshield.
The stance of the 2018 Lexus NX is very athletic and sporty, thanks to the new 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels (18-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels are optional). From the sides, the SUV looks very elegant with a character line running just below the windows.
The fenders are high, wide and muscular to give an athletic and sporty appearance, while the chrome accents around the windows, grille and air intakes ensure a more modern-day appeal. The rear has a very unique angular look with a spoiler sharply protruding outwards to make a style statement.
The new thinner taillights and the reshaped rear bumper fit well with the rest of the design for a homogenous appearance. Sleek roof rails can be found for added cargo storage and it is now a standard feature on the 2018 Lexus NX.
The 2018 NX is also available with the F Sport package that makes the exterior sportier and sleeker. The front fascia is a lot more aggressive with a black mesh grille that stands out and a different wheel design that looks very stylish. Optional exterior features include moonroof with outer-sliding function, Power Rear Door with Kick Sensor and multiple F Sport exclusive style elements.
The 2018 Lexus NX is available in Matador Red Mica, Autumn Shimmer, Atomic Silver, Nebula Gray Pearl, Silver Lining Metallic, Eminent White Pearl, Blue Vortex Metallic, Obsidian, Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0, Molten Pearl, Ultra White and Caviar colors.
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— Lexus (@Lexus) January 19, 2018
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Interior
The cabin of the 2018 Lexus NX has been redesigned to be more spacious and have better technologies. The interior is undeniably luxurious, thanks to the use of premium materials and matte-grain wood accents that enhance the look of the cabin and the comfort of the passengers.
The cabin is exceptionally roomy with 42.8-inch front legroom and 36.1-inch rear legroom for the utmost comfort of all 5 occupants. The front of the cabin has a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support and an 8-way power adjustable passenger’s seat. These seats have received accolades for being supremely comfortable and relaxing.
This comfort can be taken to the next level by selecting the heated and ventilated front seats at the time of purchase. The rear of the cabin has first-in-class power-folding and power-reclining seats so that the passengers in the back can enjoy the luxuries of the 2018 Lexus NX as well.
To further increase the comfort of the passengers, Lexus has added dual-zone climate control with individual settings for the driver and the front passenger so that they can set their preferred temperature. A leather-wrapped steering wheel (heated steering wheel available) with driver controls is right in front of the driver along with a digital multi-information display for real-time vital information.
A second screen can be found at the center console for infotainment purposes, however, the option of a larger 10.3-inch high-resolution display with split-screen function is also available. The center console also has the next-generation remote touchpad that makes accessing the in-cabin controls easy with simple gestures such as swipe, slick and pinch.
Other in-cabin technologies include Lexus Enform Wi-Fi for up to 5 devices, Siri Eyes, HD Radio, Bluetooth, Advanced Voice Command and Lexus Audio System. The optional interior features include 10-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System, Lexus Enform Dynamic Navigation System, Lexus Memory System and a lot more.
Performance of the 2018 Lexus NX
The 2018 Lexus NX is an all-wheel drive compact SUV that comes with a revised suspension and a turbocharged engine for a smoother and more efficient performance. The SUV is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline 4-Cylinder engine that is capable of producing 235 horsepower and a torque of 258 lb-ft.
The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic electronically controlled transmission and has a top track speed of 124mph. It can go from 0 to 60mph in just 7 seconds and has the aerodynamic drag coefficient of 0.34. This all-wheel drive SUV has a fuel efficiency of 22mpg in the city, 28mpg on the highway and 24mpg combined.
The 2018 NX has an intelligent all-wheel drive system that can deliver up to 50% of the available torque to the rear wheels when the driver needs it the most. The Drive Mode Selector comes with three different modes that the driver can choose according to his or her preferences.
The Sport Mode alters the powertrain for a faster and more dynamic throttle response, the Normal Mode offers balanced engine performance and fuel efficiency and the ECO Mode moderates the engine power output, throttle response and the climate settings to enhance the fuel efficiency.
The 2018 Lexus NX has the maximum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs.
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Safety Features
The 2018 Lexus NX is integrated with a suite of class-leading active safety features that make every ride in this SUV safe and secure. Some of its highlighting safety features include:
- Vehicle Proximity Notification System
- Hill-start Assist Control
- LED Fog Lamps
- Rigid Body Structure with Crumple Zones
- Direct Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
- Whiplash Injury Lessening Front Seatbelts
- 8 Airbag System
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Power Steering System
- Backup Camera with Dynamic Gridlines
- Lexus Enform Safety Connect
- Traction Control
- Electronic Stability Control
- Side Impact Beams
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
The optional features include:
- Panoramic View Monitor
- Intuitive Parking Assist
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Price of the 2018 Lexus NX in the UAE
The 2018 Lexus NX is already available in the UAE in three trim levels that are Premier, Platinum and F-Sport Platinum. The starting price of the 2018 Lexus NX Premier is AED 160,000, the 2018 Lexus NX Platinum has a starting price of AED 195,000 and the starting price of the 2018 Lexus NX F-Sport Platinum is AED 210,000.
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