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2016 Lexus NX

The 2016 Lexus NX is a compact SUV, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2016 Lexus NX
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Combined MPG
25
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$41,000
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeLexus
ModelNX
Model year2016
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG28
Combined MPG25
CO₂ tailpipe360 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3100

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
NX 200t25 MPG combined
NX 200t AWD24 MPG combined
NX 200t AWD F Sport24 MPG combined
NX 300h32 MPG combined
NX 300h AWD31 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

NX25 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 22% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$722/mo
Amount financed
$36,900
Total interest
$6,419
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5-year fuel cost
$8,040

$1,608/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG25
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (1)

  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW18V085000 · 2018-01-31

    Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016 Toyota Prius and Lexus RX 350, RX 350 F Sport, RX 450h F Sport and RX 450h vehicles and 2015-2016 Lexus NX 200T, NX Turbo and NX 300h vehicles. The air bag pressure sensors and/or the acceleration sensors may fail causing the side/curtain shield air bags and/or the front air bags to not deploy in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensors as necessary based on their serial numbers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 12, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are JLA, J0F.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Lexus NX?

The 2016 Lexus NX is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 28 highway).

Is the 2016 Lexus NX reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Lexus NX. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Lexus NX?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Lexus NX costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Lexus NX?

The 2016 Lexus NX is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC