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The 2025 Lexus NX comes in two electrified versions in the US: the NX 350h hybrid and the NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid, both with all-wheel drive. Lexus’s 2025 pricing sheet lists them from $46,300 to $63,505 including delivery, processing and handling. The NX 350h is rated 39 mpg combined by the EPA, and the NX 450h+ adds an EPA-rated 37 miles of electric range, so the plug-in makes sense only if you can charge at home most days.
Best value: NX 350h Premium ($48,225 incl. DPH, 240 hp, EPA 41/37/39 mpg). Best for short commutes with home charging: NX 450h+ Luxury ($62,415 incl. DPH, 304 hp, 37-mile EPA electric range, 84 MPGe). IIHS named the 2025 NX a Top Safety Pick. The federal EV tax credit ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025, so do not count on it for a 450h+.
How We Evaluated the 2025 Lexus NX Hybrids
NextCarReview did not drive the NX 350h or NX 450h+. This review is based on Lexus’s US pressroom (the 2025 NX release, the 2025 model year pricing sheet and the 2025 NX specification sheet), EPA data at FuelEconomy.gov, NHTSA crash ratings and recall records, and IIHS ratings for the 2025 NX and NX plug-in hybrid. Anything we could not confirm in those sources is not included.
2025 NX 350h and NX 450h+ Grades and US Prices
| Model and grade | Powertrain | Drive | MSRP + DPH* |
|---|---|---|---|
| NX 350h | 2.5L hybrid, 240 hp | AWD | $46,300 |
| NX 350h Premium | 2.5L hybrid, 240 hp | AWD | $48,225 |
| NX 350h Luxury | 2.5L hybrid, 240 hp | AWD | $52,365 |
| NX 450h+ Luxury | 2.5L plug-in hybrid, 304 hp | AWD | $62,415 |
| NX 450h+ F SPORT Handling | 2.5L plug-in hybrid, 304 hp | AWD | $63,505 |
*From Lexus’s 2025 model year pricing sheet (August 2025 revision), which includes delivery, processing and handling. Lexus lists NX DPH at $1,175 for units processed from August 1, 2024, and $1,295 from June 16, 2025, so window stickers on earlier cars may differ slightly. Excludes tax, title and options.
For 2025, the NX 350h was AWD-only and the 450h+ came only in Luxury and F SPORT Handling grades. Lexus’s 2026 release added front-wheel-drive NX 350h models, an F SPORT Handling hybrid and a cheaper Premium 450h+; see our 2026 Lexus NX review for that lineup. Use our auto loan calculator to compare monthly costs between grades.
Powertrains and EPA Fuel Economy
Both models pair a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with front and rear electric motor-generators. In the NX 350h the engine makes 189 hp and total system output is 240 hp; Lexus quotes 0-60 mph in 7.2 seconds. The NX 450h+ engine makes 181 hp, but its larger battery (96 cells at 355.2 volts, versus 70 cells at 259 volts in the 350h) lifts system output to 304 hp and cuts 0-60 mph to 6.0 seconds, according to Lexus. Lexus’s spec sheet recommends premium fuel for both.
| EPA rating (2025) | NX 350h AWD | NX 450h+ AWD |
|---|---|---|
| City / highway / combined (gas) | 41 / 37 / 39 mpg | 38 / 33 / 36 mpg |
| Electric-only range | n/a | 37 miles |
| Combined on electricity | n/a | 84 MPGe (40 kWh/100 mi) |
| Total range (EPA) | not listed | 550 miles |
| Fuel tank | 14.53 gal | 14.53 gal |
Lexus says the 450h+ has a standard 7-kW onboard charger and can fully charge in about three hours on 240 volts; FuelEconomy.gov’s data lists a 240-volt charge time of 4.5 hours. Either way, overnight charging at home covers a full battery. Without regular charging, the plug-in returns 36 mpg combined, which is less than the cheaper NX 350h, so the $10,050 premium over an NX 350h Luxury only pays off when most of your daily miles run on electricity.
Interior, Cargo and Tech
Every NX seats five. Lexus’s spec sheet lists 22.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat and 46.9 cubic feet with it folded, with 36.09 inches of rear legroom. Towing capacity is 2,000 pounds when equipped, which is available on both the 350h and 450h+. A 9.8-inch touchscreen is standard and a 14-inch screen is available. New for 2025, Lexus added two USB-C ports up front, a wireless charger available on all grades, and made a power rear liftgate, rain-sensing wipers and Intuitive Parking Assist with automatic braking standard. Copper Crest paint and, on Luxury models, Macadamia interior trim were new colors.
Safety Ratings and Recalls
| Rating | NX 350h | NX 450h+ |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not rated | Not rated |
| NHTSA frontal crash | 4 stars | Not rated |
| NHTSA side crash | 5 stars | Not rated |
| IIHS small overlap front | Good | Good |
| IIHS updated moderate overlap front | Acceptable | Not shown for plug-in |
| IIHS updated side | Good | Good |
| IIHS headlights / pedestrian AEB | Good / Good | Good / Good |
IIHS lists the 2025 Lexus NX 4-door SUV as a 2025 Top Safety Pick. IIHS states that its updated moderate-overlap result, Acceptable with a Marginal rating for rear-passenger restraints, does not apply to the plug-in hybrid; check iihs.org for whether the award covers the exact version you are buying. Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 is standard, including pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection, radar cruise control, lane tracing assist and Proactive Driving Assist.
NHTSA’s records show four recall campaigns for each of the 2025 NX 350h and NX 450h+. Campaigns listed for the 2025 NX include front head restraints that can be removed without pressing the release (24V482000), possibly damaged rear center seat belt webbing (25V059000), loose front brake caliper and hub bolts (24V911000), and a rearview camera software fault on cars with the Panoramic View Monitor (25V744000). Not every recall applies to every car, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| NX 350h: 39 mpg combined | NX 450h+ Luxury costs $10,050 more than a 350h Luxury |
| NX 450h+: 37-mile EV range, 304 hp | 450h+ gets 36 mpg combined when not charged |
| IIHS 2025 Top Safety Pick | No federal EV tax credit after Sept. 30, 2025 |
| Standard AWD and Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 | Premium fuel recommended |
| 22.7 cu ft of cargo space | No NHTSA overall star rating |
Who Should Buy It, and Which Grade
- Most buyers: NX 350h Premium. It keeps the 39-mpg hybrid and standard AWD at $48,225 including DPH.
- Comfort-focused buyers: NX 350h Luxury at $52,365 if you want the upper-grade cabin without the plug-in premium.
- Home chargers with short commutes: NX 450h+ Luxury, where 37 electric miles can cover many daily round trips.
- Plug-in buyers who want a sportier setup: NX 450h+ F SPORT Handling at $63,505.
- Skip the 450h+ if you cannot charge at home; the 350h is cheaper and more efficient on gas.
More Lexus and Hybrid Reading
For the updated lineup with FWD and new grades, read our 2026 Lexus NX review. Compare other options in our best electric and hybrid cars of 2026 and best SUVs of 2026 guides, browse the Lexus reviews hub, and read what happened to the federal EV tax credit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the NX 350h and NX 450h+?
The NX 350h is a conventional hybrid with 240 hp and an EPA rating of 39 mpg combined. The NX 450h+ is a plug-in hybrid with a larger battery, 304 hp, an EPA-rated 37 miles of electric range and 84 MPGe, but 36 mpg combined once the battery is depleted.
How much does the 2025 Lexus NX hybrid cost?
Lexus’s 2025 pricing sheet lists the NX 350h from $46,300 to $52,365 and the NX 450h+ from $62,415 to $63,505, all including delivery, processing and handling.
Does the 2025 NX 450h+ qualify for the federal EV tax credit?
No. The federal clean vehicle credit ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025, so a 2025 NX 450h+ bought now does not earn it. Some states or utilities may still offer their own incentives.
Is the 2025 Lexus NX safe?
IIHS named the 2025 NX a Top Safety Pick, with Good ratings in the small-overlap, updated side, headlight and pedestrian crash-prevention evaluations. NHTSA gives the NX 350h four stars in frontal and five stars in side crash tests, but no overall rating.
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Morgan Reyes is the founder and editor-in-chief of NextCarReview, which Morgan launched in August 2024. A 2022 graduate of Columbia University, Morgan is based in New York and writes and edits the site’s reviews, comparisons and buying guides. Morgan does not road-test vehicles. Every article is built from published primary data: EPA FuelEconomy.gov ratings, NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and owner complaints, IIHS results, and manufacturer specifications and pricing, with each figure cited and checked before publication. Contact: admin@nextcarreview.com
