2023 Lexus NX 250: Just A Fancy RAV4?
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- Опубликовано: 29 дек 2022
- Today I drive and review a 2023 Lexus NX 250!
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thank you for the good review! been waiting for a 250 review!!
I was just on the lexus site building one and going through the options twenty minutes before you uploaded this.
Looks like a great car. After having driven turbo for years, I’ll never go back. This video has inspired me to go for an NX test drive-turbo version. 👍
Thanks for your honest valuation
Enjoyed your review @ this 250 is great looking.
Great color combo 👌
Remember the NX250 has a spare tire versus the nx350...which is important since I am not sold on run flat tires
The 2024 has run flats my mom just bought it today
This is my dream SUV! Awesome job Ben.
Just bought mine today, very happy with it.
I’m still waiting for a hybrid version in Orange. I’ll be waiting a while. Already waited 3 months, no closer to getting one.
What kind of MPG are you getting?
Love the red interior Lexus nx 250 is a cool SUV
probally the best compact suv at that price range, I got mine OTD 45k
I’m considering this instead of the 350h. The price difference doesn’t compensate for the better mpg on the 350h.
Niceee!!!
Lexus Nx 250 awd owner here. This is my first luxury car . My opinion is that if your looking for true performace go for other brands . Materials are much better than the rav 4 . I was cross shopping the bmw x3 with this but the lexus won me over . Because ive always wanted one plus reliability is a big factor to me and comfort so i went with the 250. Do i regret getting the 250 no but if your wanting anything other than adequate performance go for the turbo or hybrid .
I’m planning to get the 350h. I’ve not had the chance to test drive the new one but I did test drive the 2021 and the acceleration was pretty solid and I loved the handling over the Rav 4. Been on a wait list for an Orange one since September. Hopefully I can get one some time this year.
My spouse has owned multiple new luxury cars and lexus was by far the best experience with the car and dealer service ! You wont regret it !
Adequate performance = less speeding fines.
I’m looking at the 250 because the next step up = $19,000 here. Spending 70k on a car is one thing but jumping up to 90k is another.
How’s the engine? I heard from most people that u should skip the NX250, should you?
What kind of MPG are you getting?
I was at a Lexus dealer looking at the NX250 the other day here in Canada and it seems the options are different between Canada and the USA. Here in Canada, you can't opt for the red/black interior, just black and you can't get power hatch. Like these options and it might be a deciding factor if I can't get them.
Does this have Heads up display or the digital rear view mirror??
I ll buy it. I am not a fan of turbo engine. This one will be more reliability. Yes
same.. I dont want turbo and dont want to put premium gas.
Same and better get a used car.
I like that the 250 is simpler AND uses regular gas. I would want the ventilated seats, though. Prices of used cars are still way too high, so this makes new very attractive.
The Premium package gives you ventilated seats
@@NileshR12I am strongly leaning towards a RAV4, but open to a basic NX250 as long as it's not too much more than a 35k rav4.
I really don't like the new exterior designs, seating colors, electronic speedometer design, etc especially on the Lexus.
What do I get for an additional 10k for a basic Lexus NX250 compared to a 35k Rav4 XLE? Do they give you full leather seats?
hi! did you end up choosing a rav4 or an NX250?@@MilkyWayGalaxyy
@delsmontgomery Thanks for asking! I just made an expensive repair to my 2005 corolla, replaced the entire exhaust pipe and muffler and I did a lot of other maintenance work a few years earlier like new tires, new belt, new front and rear brakes, rotors, brake drum, flushed the coolant etc so I am keeping my corolla for another few years!
Now is not a good time to make a big purchase anyway, in this economy and with the car chip shortage etc.
But I will most likely get a rav4! The lexus is too expensive and the camry doesn't offer much more utility than a corolla.
The rav4 will give me a lot more space, much higher step in height for a tall guy like me and i will kind of have to tint the windows bc it's an SUV and that will give me a lot more privacy.
But 3-5 years from now, those vehicles might look completely different with the refresh design so I will definitely have to reassess then based on what the new design looks like.
What is your situation?
@@MilkyWayGalaxyy yes a corolla is one of the best cars ever! I had the 2000 corolla and sold it this year - the engine is still great! I am leaning towards a RAV4 for the price, but I am in the same boat. The interest rates are too high now, and the inflated prices are influencing me enough to steer clear from making a big purchase any time soon as well.
I've had the 2022 NX 250 AWD for a year now and totally love it. The only things I wish I had were heated steering wheel, power lift gate button on the rear hatch and wireless charging pad. At that time you couldn't find these cars anywhere so I had to take what I could get.
Are you still happy with it? What kind of MPG are you getting?
@@PabloTheThinkerYes. Also, is AWD worth less mpg, more maintenance and do you even notice a difference?
@@MilkyWayGalaxyy I didn’t. And if I cared that much about AWD, I would be getting a different car than an NX.
If the 11th digit of your VIN is a C, it was built on the exact same assembly line as the RAV4, in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada.
What are the other ones then and from where?
Does 250 has Sunroof?
what trim is this, base model doesnt have power rear door
Nice looking Rav 4 😊
Yes basically is a premium Rav 4 but interior is much better than the most expensive rav4 … and almost is same price … so if you want to buy confort and likes details buy the Lexus … if you want to buy just good car buy Rav 4 …anyway both car have a great engine !!!
Saludos tenemos una de esa misma excelente vehículo hasta ahora pero es sólido
The question is does the quality of materials, ride quality and lower interior noise levels make a big enough difference
This is a RAV4 in a nicer package inside & out
The '23 nx 250 when building it, allows for towing. When building a 350, towing is not an option.
The interior and infotainment is just better than rav4
The NX 250 awd is so similar in engine size, engine power, acceleration, and dimensions to the new CX-5. About $10,000 more though.
$20,000 more here. But the Lexus is the better vehicle. Far better paint quality.
I have the cx5 carbon turbo awd, and wiling to change for the nx 250 awd I hope it's a good choice but less power than mazda
@@jadielrmzdon't make a mistake. I got rid of my nx250 after 2k miles. It drives and feels cheap in comparison to previous gen lexus. Cx5 is far better than nx250
@AD-lf9ck thanks for the update I'll stick then with my carbon turbo awd
@JahazielRmz I'll be a big downgrade if you get nx250 vs cx5. Nx 250 has ratelley 4cly engine from rav4, front wheel drive, cheap piano black plastic everywhere, it doesn't feel old lexus quality at all. I test driven new cx5 the fit and finish is far better for 10k less then nx. You should wait for the new cx70. That's what I'm doing. Good luck
the rav 4 has a plug in option right?
Yes, Prime
Good review but I had to replay some parts to catch everything you said. Going a little too fast.
You can adjust the playback speed on RUclips videos.
Does it have a moonroof?
No
Premium package does.
honestly! this is a great option! regular gas.... BULLET PROOF 4 CYLINDER!
Lexus without a sunroof? Didn’t think that existed.
Added feature or you have to get the nx250 premium or nx250 luxury
@@bigrigsteve3082I never had a sunroof. I have a corolla. I don't think I want one. It's like a hole in my roof, in my mind. It can Crack, let more cold air inside during the winter etc.
What type of gas is required ?
Premium. The Lexus squeaks out more power from the Toyota engine with the higher compression.
@@mylesgray3470 wrong, the 250 has the same as the Rav 203HP does not require premium Only the 350 Turbo uses premium
The 350h can also use regular, it's essentially a Rav 4 Hybrid with larger electric motor, 219 vs 239.
@@mikej238 According to the Lexus dealership website I looked up, the whole NX line requires 91 octane, at least from the 2022 model year. Sure it will run on regular, but it’s designed to run on premium. That is odd since the NX 250 has identical specs on HP as the Rav 4 as you mentioned, which I didn’t realize till now. Some people may be annoyed at spending more at the pump for the Lexus. The Lexus really only makes sense in the NX 350 or higher build IMO.
The Lexus is not as good off road with less ground clearance/suspension travel and the retail price is essentially 30% higher but with the crazy dealer markups on the Rav 4, they are close to the same price out the door right now. I saw a Rav 4 hybrid USED at Toyota for $42k and the Lexus was the same price brand new with no mark up a year back. Now for 2022 here in UT they are charging $3k over MSRP for the Lexus. Waiting for the price to come down.
@@mylesgray3470 well according to MY OWNERS MANUAL, the same one available to every owner and my salesman and my Lexus dealer , it DOES NOT. look it up.
ITS THE EXACT SAME ICE ENGINE AS THE Rav 4, same bore , same stroke , same compression. Larger (46kws) electric motor than the Rav 4. Hybrid in the H.
Look it up. WTH would a 250 have the same HP as a Rav 4 non hybrid with our without premium?
30% higher?try comparing a Rav 4 Ltd to a Lexus, not a base model. Not much difference from Rav 4 Ltd to a 250...
only about 6 grand to a NX350H.
@@mikej238 Good to know! Makes sense on the NX 250 since it makes the same power as the RAV. I wonder if premium is only required on the 350 or higher?? I’ve been looking at buying the 350H and everything I’ve read indicates all NX’s requires 91 octane according to Lexus dealer websites but it would appear that’s not the case.
I like your video but you have to slow down WE cannot understand you
And then....And then....And then....And then.... that's all he says😂
Whats the difference between 250 and 350 ? Can someone detail?
From what I am being told from dealers, its the Turbo 4 and 14" display. We are looking at the 2023 or 2024 NX250. Have not driven the 250 as they don't have any in stock. We have only driven the 350 with the Turbo, its nice but we have had multiple Camrys with the 4 cylinder and had no problems with it. I don't see the value of about a 4-6K difference in the Turbo and larger screen which my wife doesn't like any way. Hope to take delivery of it by the end of the moth.
@@rcook999You can get the bigger display in the 250 too
250 has less horsepower and better MPG
I’m so confused with everyone comparing the NX to the RAV4 I feel like it should be compared to the RX. The NX seems a lot smaller in wheele base and interior. Idk I could be wrong but that’s my opinion.
I keep focusing on something else
Actually, Toyota Harrier is closer to NX or RX not the RAV4. Too bad the America doesn't sell this model.
I thought it was based on the Toyota chr
I think they’re all based on the Corolla platform.
I am strongly leaning towards a RAV4, but open to a basic NX250 as long as it's not too much more than a 35k rav4.
I really don't like the new exterior designs, seating colors, electronic speedometer design, etc especially on the Lexus.
What do I get for an additional 10k for a basic Lexus NX250 compared to a 35k Rav4 XLE? Do they give you full leather seats?
It’s definitely more than $40k.
@tm_3057 well I know that bc they start at 40k but I wonder if I can get one for less than 42k
@@MilkyWayGalaxyy yes, but it’ll probably be a 2021 or 2022. I went to Lexus two weeks ago and the 2023s are over $40 and those are the ones with the 9” screens. The ones with 14” screens cost more.
Can you talk any faster?😮
I'm currently driving a 2003 Accord which only has 160 horsepower and 161 lb-ft of torque and gives me enough power to get around just fine. If I want power and performance, I'll buy a Corvette. I'd rather get the better gas mileage and go for the NX250 with its 204 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque which is plenty for me since I won't be taking drag racing at Daytona.
I’m going for the 350h myself, upgrading from a 2015 Accord with 185hp. The Accord is pretty dang fast for a basic commuter car IMO so if the Lexus can keep up with it, I’ll be impressed.
@@mylesgray3470 I considered the 350h, my only problem is that loud droning sound from the CVT. Skip to the driving impression part of this video to see what I mean.>> ruclips.net/video/0z5r-f-WmDA/видео.html
@@cosmo1505 I have a Prius and it’s like that which is my least favorite thing about the car but I’m used to it. It is a bit annoying on on-ramps, but it’s a trade off I’m willing to make for 40 mpg.
@@mylesgray3470how long have you had your prius? I ruled out hybrids bc I dont drive much and the additional cost of a hybrid and the cost of replacing that battery will not be worth it for me.
@@MilkyWayGalaxyy I’ve had it for 5 years, and it’s 10 years and 145k miles old now. I just replaced the hybrid battery 3 months ago as it was beginning to fail but still working. I used an aftermarket Lithium Iron chemistry battery and it cost $2,200 and I did the labor myself. Only took me 3 hours to install after work. Sold the old cells for around $700. Really a battery failure is not such a big issue as a lot of people think. The batteries tend to last about 10 years, give or take.
reliability & fuel economy > power
You talk wayyyyyy too fast.
it's a transverse engine. = FWD biased
Lexus uses run flat tires that is a bad idea for an expensive so called luxury brand. This is not about the price of the tires it is about the best possible tire that will give the most comfort in the ride. The smoothest ride and the quiet ride. Run flat tires are noisier and an offer a quietest ride. I will not buy a Lexus because of this dumb move in 2022. No spare tire and jack in Lexus’s vehicles. Lexus needs to install Michelin tires in their vehicles with an option for run flat tires for the few that think they will benefit with them or drop them entirely. Let people put their own run flat tires on if they want them.
LX600
The lx600 has to be the worst luxury suv to daye
I thought the interior was simulated leather.
@@haroldbrown1674 it’s faux leather and the materials are faux luxury 😂 but it has a near ultra luxury price tag
Isn't that the present day Toyota Land Cruiser? Despite its cosmetic difficieces isn't it a reliable Japanese engineered Land Rover?
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The 350 is the best
My rav4 has premium sound Lexus don’t
Not worth the money Full Stop. Lexus must stop making them. Focus on 350 & 450+
Many will buy them
@@joantoulmin6025 ya for sure. Lexus has good select sales people at dealer and reputation of Toyota.
Yeah it’s just a rav4 like literally the nx no matter what version is just a rav4. Nothing luxury about that
After driving both, I’d say the Lexus looks nicer, inside and out, but the big difference is the NX handles like a car and the Rav 4 handles like a truck. Rav 4 had lots of body roll in the corners and more sloppy handling overall.
Go wash your mom's Camry, you've never driven a Lexus
@@mylesgray3470 would totally agree. We drove both and the Lexus has a much more plush ride than the Rav 4 we drove. Fit and finish was better IMO.