The compact high efficiency twin-scroll turbocharger combined with the dual VVT-i system greatly reduces turbo lag and enhances engine response time. Innovative D-4ST technology features both direct and port injectors to help achieve optimum combustion and generate high torque from low end through to high RPM changes.
Power is sent to all four wheels via a 6-Speed automatic transmission with super ECT (Electronically Controlled Transmission) and AI-shift. The transmission incorporates various technologies including faster shift speeds, earlier torque converter lock-up and downshift throttle blips to support the different driving modes available in the Drive Mode Select system.
Drive-force-on-demand control logic calculates the engine torque required to provide a controlled and linear accelerator operation, giving the Lexus NX a sophisticated drive. The Dynamic Torque Control continually varies distribution of drive power between the front and the rear wheels, switching from front-wheel drive to AWD to enhance handling stability to suit the prevailing driving condition.
Segment | Compact Executive |
BodyType | SUV |
Transmission | AT |
Capacity | 2.4 - 2.5 L |
Horsepower | 206 - 279 PS |
Seats | 5 |
Toyota’s luxury brand division, Lexus, has been ramping up its Malaysian market presence in the recent years. The Lexus NX 300, a 4-door luxury compact SUV from the Japanese premium automaker is becoming an increasingly common sight on Malaysian roads today.
Fully imported from the Fukuoka assembly plant in Japan, the model made its Malaysian debut back in 2018 alongside its bigger brother the Lexus RX 350. 2020 sees an update in pricing and equipment with Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) now available as standard across all variants.
The Lexus NX 300 comes in three trim levels - Urban, Premium and the top of the range F-Sport. Price starts from RM 306,117 for the entry level Urban, RM 324,850.50 for the Premium and RM 339,018 for the F-Sport. It goes head-to-head with premium European rivals like the Mercedes-Benz GLC and BMW X3.
Luxurious Interior - Lexus has always been known for their exceptional level of interior craftmanship. High quality leather is used extensively in the cabin with levels of fit and finish that is on par, if not better, than most of its European rivals.
Comfortable Ride - An exceptional highway cruiser that is able to deal with bumps and road imperfection with high level of sophistication. Though not as engaging to drive as its German counterparts, it is definitely more comfortable to ride in.
Distinctive Design - The bold spindle grille design coupled with a distinctive L-shaped LED clearance light makes the Lexus NX instantly recognisable even from a distance.
Fuel Economy - At 8.19 L/100 km, the fuel economy is less than satisfactory especially when compared alongside its rivals in the segment which can manage better fuel economy while delivering higher engine performance.
Remote Interface Touchpad - The touchpad can be counterintuitive, fiddly to use and can be confusing at times.
No. Lexus NX has no launching plans in 2021.
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