@@edanchak2387 Its a close one but if price is close the NX overall I like better. Engine is more refined and almost as quick as cx5 turbo. The seats and suspension on NX are more comfortable while still exhibiting minimal body lean. The NX balances everything well. Sportiness and comfort. The mazda feels more sporty and edges out the NX in this category but you pay for it in comfort. The mazda engine is quicker but feels more coarse and noisy. The handling is better but because the suspension is firmer. The Mazda does feel more airy and roomy inside and trunk space is better.
I have a 2017 lexus nx and it's no way a dressed up Rav 4. Rav 4 is a reliable econo rattle box. I would never buy a rav 4 but would instead get a mazda cx5 turbo.
I own a 2017 Lexus nx300h and I find the build is a big step up from the RAV4, I have driven both and the Lexus is much better overall . What I don't like about my 300H is the hybrid engine , I should of brought the NX200T.
Not a chance ! I own a 2018 NX and test drove a RAV4 prior of buying and they don’t compare... Like mentioned, plastic vs luxury interior !! Tons of technology too !
@@slypx2What did you think of the RAV4? I also comparing those 2 vehicles along with a GLA, I really want the apple carplay but I want the quickness of a turbo
@Andrew Appel My testing of the RAV4 was 2 years ago with the previous generation... So it would be unfair to comment as this is a brand new redesign (inside and outside) model. As for CarPlay, the NX now comes (since 2019) with CarPlay on all models (and most 2018 in North America are upgradable thru a firmware) as does the new RAV4 gen if I'm not wrong. The NX has a sport mode and some version a Sport+ mode (like mine) which changes the throttle response and suspension among other things. Road testing would probably be more appropriate to get the feeling yourself as we can feel that response differently. All I can say I like my NX although it lacks a little cargo space but when I need some, I use the wife's Murano :-)
@@ryanturnerboles The RDX does not look better than the NX F SPORT 😂. It also rides smoother and is much quieter than the RDX. And why would you tow a damn thing with a small SUV?
@@JonChenTS13 Maybe shares the same chasis, but with different styling, different engines, different interiors, etc, etc, these are two very different vehicles.
My 2017 lexus nx lease is up in for 4 months. Was thinking of leasing another. What color did you get? I have black and it's to much upkeep. Was thinking grey or silver fsport this time.
Great review skills Ben. Keep it up. This NX model and the RDX are my top two choices after testing these two , and, the Audi Q3. Any insight that may help me decide?
Lexus IS you expect drive slow like grandpa go head. If you want to drive expletive like euro car dont even buy lexus they are Just reliable XD the F is for fashion show
Not sure where you got your info from but I have a 2018 and a power trunk !! plus HUD, triple Led auto-levelling and directional headlight, and much more !!
Only thing I dislike, is the name...nx300. Calling it whats it’s not makes it sound cheap. It’s NOT a 3.0 or even close to it. They need to make a 3.0 or call it a nx200t.
@@Damage42X overall life will be similar but maintenance and failure of parts will be considerably more in the Mercedes-Benz. All Lexus NX are built at the Tahara-Aichi Nagoya plant in Japan, where the best teams of Toyota line-men assemble the cars alongside the GS, GX, Land Cruiser, and LX with top notch care and advanced precision robotics. This is one of two highest-quality Toyota plant along with the Motomachi Plant that build the LS, and LC, as well as the IS, and custom built each LFA supercar. The Mercedes-Benz GLB Klass is built at the Agua-caliente assembly plant in Mexico, and Beijing plant in China, which is also a state of the art plant, but do see quality issues surface from time to time. New and Certified Used are ok I guess with long warranties, but I wouldn't suggest cars that are past the warranty period.
I like the RX; however, I could better afford the NX. I also own an IS but because it's a convertible it's not nearly as smooth of a ride. The bucket seats in the IS have me too low. I liked that for oh about 5 years but now I like riding high. Still keeping my IS 350c though.
@@issiewizzie Well I don't know it's an upgrade for me as I've been driving an IS 350c for the last 5 years. So, the technology is much more innovative than what's in my older IS350c. I don't know what the new IS 350 changes interior wise are if their are many.
Am I crazy to say that I’d take the Toyota RAV4 over this NX? Especially RAV4 hybrid or even that Prime. This Lexus is just....There. Absolutely nothing special. Plus I’d be saving enough money to start a business by buy the RAV4 over this. The ONLY Lexus I see myself buying (If) are the GS and the LX. These 2 cars to me went out of the ordinary. IS NEEDS an emergency redesign, ES NEEDS an AWD and that LS500 definitely needs a V8 that makes 500hp... hence the name. And Lexus needs to throw away their atrocious infortainment system.
@@jamrelocated have a lot of technology about safety,and you can use your phone android and turn on the engine. The engine is turbo and you can feel it when you drive,you can download the lexus app and you can watch where the car is park
*WHEN !!!!!! Will Lexus Upgrade that damn Navigation, Jesus it’s like from 2006...*
EXACTLY!!
I just traded in 2017 lexus nx for 2020 gtr mazda cx5 and even mazdas old infotianment system is easier to use then the nx.
@@interestedtech1 what one do you like better..I'm looking at a nx vs a cx5
@@edanchak2387 Its a close one but if price is close the NX overall I like better. Engine is more refined and almost as quick as cx5 turbo. The seats and suspension on NX are more comfortable while still exhibiting minimal body lean. The NX balances everything well. Sportiness and comfort. The mazda feels more sporty and edges out the NX in this category but you pay for it in comfort. The mazda engine is quicker but feels more coarse and noisy. The handling is better but because the suspension is firmer. The Mazda does feel more airy and roomy inside and trunk space is better.
Just use Carplay. Nobody uses factory Navs! lol
way better than a rav4 just about in any respect
Amazing, just bought exact same model but a 2021. Got dealer to sell it close to the price of the RAV4 Limited Hybrid I test drove yesterday.
I'd like to buy it as well. How's the rear leg room space?
I have a 2017 lexus nx and it's no way a dressed up Rav 4. Rav 4 is a reliable econo rattle box. I would never buy a rav 4 but would instead get a mazda cx5 turbo.
I own a 2017 Lexus nx300h and I find the build is a big step up from the RAV4, I have driven both and the Lexus is much better overall . What I don't like about my 300H is the hybrid engine , I should of brought the NX200T.
Cx5 turbo is way better offer a lot more then lexus
Even if the driving experience is pretty good, a bit more power would be good for a luxury car
🤣🤣🤣lexus toyota with power?? They are just reliable .......... and power less
@@calindor19 😂😂😂
Droooll🤤 I'm getting this !!!!
Buying it for my birthday!!😎
Omg me toooo! Gotta put in some work :)
Happy belated Birthday Maria. Did you get your NX? If so, what do you think about it?
we got a 2020 rav 4 and it came standard with a touch screen? why didn’t this lexus come with it
strangggeeeee
Great review I’m gonna get this car for sure
A dressed up RAV4? No Way. Miles ahead of the RAV4. Not even close.
Not a chance ! I own a 2018 NX and test drove a RAV4 prior of buying and they don’t compare... Like mentioned, plastic vs luxury interior !! Tons of technology too !
@@slypx2What did you think of the RAV4? I also comparing those 2 vehicles along with a GLA, I really want the apple carplay but I want the quickness of a turbo
@Andrew Appel My testing of the RAV4 was 2 years ago with the previous generation... So it would be unfair to comment as this is a brand new redesign (inside and outside) model. As for CarPlay, the NX now comes (since 2019) with CarPlay on all models (and most 2018 in North America are upgradable thru a firmware) as does the new RAV4 gen if I'm not wrong. The NX has a sport mode and some version a Sport+ mode (like mine) which changes the throttle response and suspension among other things. Road testing would probably be more appropriate to get the feeling yourself as we can feel that response differently. All I can say I like my NX although it lacks a little cargo space but when I need some, I use the wife's Murano :-)
Andrew Appel Id say if you want better performance, Go with an RDX
Brenton L I’m upgrading from a Rav 4 to an NX so I’m sooooo happy to see these comments
You made a mistake by comparing this car to a Rav4. Its competitors is the Acura RDX, Audi Q5.
In that case it gets smoked in every way by those 2.
@@omgitsme435 not in price and reliability.
@@RJYOUNG396 the Q5 tows 4500lbs. Also, the RDX is much better looking with a more refined interior. Honda is just as good as Lexus at reliability.
@@ryanturnerboles I mean, Honda make reliable cars for sure. But Lexus sets a high bar that Toyota and Honda still don't touch.
@@ryanturnerboles The RDX does not look better than the NX F SPORT 😂. It also rides smoother and is much quieter than the RDX. And why would you tow a damn thing with a small SUV?
Never thought I would hear rav4 and Lexus in the same sentence. Am I missing something?
I think the NX is based off of the rav4
@@JonChenTS13 Maybe shares the same chasis, but with different styling, different engines, different interiors, etc, etc, these are two very different vehicles.
Great car but be ready to spend at least $8000+ on packages to have very basic features like a parking sensor.
I just got my 2nd NX. I love it!
My 2017 lexus nx lease is up in for 4 months. Was thinking of leasing another. What color did you get? I have black and it's to much upkeep. Was thinking grey or silver fsport this time.
Great review skills Ben. Keep it up. This NX model and the RDX are my top two choices after testing these two , and, the Audi Q3. Any insight that may help me decide?
I haven’t reviewed the Audi or Acura yet because the dealers near me are being weird about it lol
Lexus IS you expect drive slow like grandpa go head. If you want to drive expletive like euro car dont even buy lexus they are Just reliable XD the F is for fashion show
Rdx all the way
@@BenHardyCars thanks for the reply and Happy Holidays. Hope they allow you to test both in 2021.
I think a loaded RAV4 Limited is probably better. Newer platform, arguably nicer interior, and it has a power trunk (which this doesn’t).
Arnav Deshpande good points
everything is plastic is the Rav4 tho. nx at least it has some what quality
mach maker gl getting 300k miles out of it tho.
Not sure where you got your info from but I have a 2018 and a power trunk !! plus HUD, triple Led auto-levelling and directional headlight, and much more !!
I have yet to see an NX without a power tailgate :P
Nice review! Thanks
The mirror is to let guy’s know this is a ladies car. So adjust yourself and move on.
rgrndu 🤣🤣🤣
too true
Only if you buy it in the white color 😂😂
Or for "partiers" it's very handy 😁
Only thing I dislike, is the name...nx300. Calling it whats it’s not makes it sound cheap. It’s NOT a 3.0 or even close to it. They need to make a 3.0 or call it a nx200t.
yeah way better than the rav4
I'm trying figure out which one better a Lexus nx sport or Mercedes glb
Raven Summers I need to review the Mercedes
Ben Hardy please do.
nx way better also better than the glc
Lexus will last way more than any Mercedes.
@@Damage42X overall life will be similar but maintenance and failure of parts will be considerably more in the Mercedes-Benz.
All Lexus NX are built at the Tahara-Aichi Nagoya plant in Japan, where the best teams of Toyota line-men assemble the cars alongside the GS, GX, Land Cruiser, and LX with top notch care and advanced precision robotics. This is one of two highest-quality Toyota plant along with the Motomachi Plant that build the LS, and LC, as well as the IS, and custom built each LFA supercar.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB Klass is built at the Agua-caliente assembly plant in Mexico, and Beijing plant in China, which is also a state of the art plant, but do see quality issues surface from time to time. New and Certified Used are ok I guess with long warranties, but I wouldn't suggest cars that are past the warranty period.
Love everything about it except the front seats! Way too tight if you're a bigger person!
A very well dressed up RAV4
Markus Williams 🤣
Well I like the outfit so it's worth it.
Would you rather show up to a club or a first date in this or a RAV4?
As soon as i graduate from uni, im getting one. Please let me pass!!!
You pass?
How's the rear leg room space?
🔥
THE INTERIOR IS SO OUTDATED. SO OLD
Please explain. I've checked out the BMW and the AUDI, and this seems more sleek to me.
Ehhhhh at least it works after a few years lol
And the engine is slow
7 min mark, did that say 16 mpg?
No power lift gate? Shame at that price
It does have it with optional equipment package.
Most of the ones delivered in the USA are equipped with it.
I have the Lexus IS. The NX300 was too bouncy for my liking ... The RX more refined
@Dora Is Stupid funyy just read what I wrote ... you are right
The RX is amazing
I like the RX; however, I could better afford the NX. I also own an IS but because it's a convertible it's not nearly as smooth of a ride. The bucket seats in the IS have me too low. I liked that for oh about 5 years but now I like riding high. Still keeping my IS 350c though.
Respectfully Yours I think it’s time they revise the interior of the NX as it’s looking a little bit dated compared to the newer model
@@issiewizzie Well I don't know it's an upgrade for me as I've been driving an IS 350c for the last 5 years. So, the technology is much more innovative than what's in my older IS350c. I don't know what the new IS 350 changes interior wise are if their are many.
Sounds...nice
Wow the title say everything is just a rav4 with lexus logo
Am I crazy to say that I’d take the Toyota RAV4 over this NX? Especially RAV4 hybrid or even that Prime. This Lexus is just....There. Absolutely nothing special. Plus I’d be saving enough money to start a business by buy the RAV4 over this.
The ONLY Lexus I see myself buying (If) are the GS and the LX. These 2 cars to me went out of the ordinary.
IS NEEDS an emergency redesign, ES NEEDS an AWD and that LS500 definitely needs a V8 that makes 500hp... hence the name. And Lexus needs to throw away their atrocious infortainment system.
Definitely! And who still uses CDs??! I hate the center console with all them plastic buttons. I wouldnt pay more than $20k for this brand new.
I would take the lexus nx over the previous rav 4 version. Now with the rav4 update, rav4 is just better.
Viktor Andersson Without questions asked
Ralinebe 233 The Center console is a joke. Even Civic Accord has digital gauge and better screen. The NX, RX and GX all have crappy guages
Mr. C.G.O Except it’s more expensive to lease a RAV4 than an NX.
The key is what makes me mad
😂😂
Larry H Miller!!!
Nice video
Saeed Alsharari thank you👍🏻👍🏻
235 hp?? For an suv?? Ive been in a non-F sport one and it felt pretty quick but that sounds under powered.
A PREMIUM RAV 4 IS EXACTLY WHAT IT IS!
It is hrv competition but it is expensive... It is compact crossover category car
Sam Khan it would compete against the CRV and RAV4 if it wasn’t luxury
I got mine today
How is it? Planning to buy it
@@jamrelocated have a lot of technology about safety,and you can use your phone android and turn on the engine. The engine is turbo and you can feel it when you drive,you can download the lexus app and you can watch where the car is park
@@jamrelocated buy a BMW
Whats the msrp on this spec?
Is it true that Bluetooth facility is not available on the NX?
No ! Have a 2018 and it’s available
Bluetooth and car play in 2020 models
Right about CarPlay too, have it in my 2018 as it was updated thru a system firmware by the car dealer
@@slypx2 That is cool!!
You get what you pay for