Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV
Plug-in hybrid SUV · 4W · Launched 2022
USD 60,000 - 66,000 / CAD 67,000 - 75,000 / GBP 51,000 - 58,000
≈ ₹45.00 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
60 km
Battery
18.1 kWh
Top speed
200 km/h
Charge
2.5 hr
Power
304 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
NX 450h+ PHEV. Luxury PHEV buyers wanting Lexus reliability with 37-mile EV range, AWD, and ~6 sec 0-60 performance. Status: currently on sale in US/CA/GB/AU/AE.
Best for
Luxury PHEV buyers wanting Lexus reliability with 37-mile EV range, AWD, and ~6 sec 0-60 performance
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 37 mi EPA EV range — class leading
- 304 hp 0-60 in 6.0 s
- Lexus reliability + warranty
- Mark Levinson audio available
−Cons
- Most expensive trim of NX lineup
- Limited dealer PHEV training
- 11 cu ft cargo loss to battery placement
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Lexus in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Range drops 15-25% at sustained highway speed in cold/AC use
Reported in earlier models — Lexus has released fixes for newer batches.
12V aux battery should be checked annually on PHEV/EV
Reported in earlier models — Lexus has released fixes for newer batches.
DC fast-charge speeds vary with operator firmware and battery temperature
Reported in earlier models — Lexus has released fixes for newer batches.
Software OTA cadence varies by region — early build niggles common
Reported in earlier models — Lexus has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV in Australia
- 1Range: the 60 km figure quoted in Australia is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
- 2Charging: a 18.1 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways — this model does Level 2 AC ~2.5 hr (6.6 kW).
- 3Incentives: The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
- 4Climate: Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
- 5Fit: the Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV is ideal for metro driving; for outback or interstate trips, check the DC fast-charging network first.
The Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV for Australia buyers
What this EV means in Australia — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in Australia
The Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV is rated at 60 km on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is a fair guide; highway running at 110 km/h and outback heat will pull it down 10–20%.
Charging
Plan around CCS2 (DC fast) and Type 2 (AC); Chargefox/Evie networks on the highways. The 18.1 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The headline benefit is the federal FBT exemption for EVs under the Luxury Car Tax threshold (~A$91k) — biggest national saving for novated-lease buyers. State rebates are patchy and several have ended; check your state/territory.
Climate & real-world range
Long inter-city distances make DC-charging speed and a bigger battery matter more here than in dense-city markets.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current Australia eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 18.1 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 60 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 2.5 hours |
| Fast charge | Level 2 AC ~2.5 hr (6.6 kW) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 200 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 304 bhp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | AWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot space | 400 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
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Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV
USD 60,000 - 66,000 / CAD 67,000 - 75,000 / GBP 51,000 - 58,000
Bottom line
The Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV scores 6.8/10 overall. Best suited for: Luxury PHEV buyers wanting Lexus reliability with 37-mile EV range, AWD, and ~6 sec 0-60 performance. Key strength: 37 mi epa ev range — class leading. Main consideration: most expensive trim of nx lineup.
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