2023 Lexus NX
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2023 Lexus NX is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI; F Sport), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid), 2.5L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid
- Economy
- 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI; F Sport), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid), 2.5L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.4 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT | |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 41 mpg (5.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 37 mpg (6.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
26V687000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Lexus NX250, NX350, NX350 Hybrid, and NX450h+ vehicles. The instrument panel cluster combination meter may fail to display certain warnings or indicators. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is…
Reported October 20, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V162000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's…
Reported March 18, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V744000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's…
Reported October 30, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V040000: STEERING:COLUMN
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2023 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Tacoma, Lexus RX350, 2023-2024 NX250, and NX350 vehicles that may have been incorrectly repaired under previous NHTSA recall number 23V-480. An electrical connection inside the steering column's spiral cable assembly may be…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spiral cable assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this…
Reported January 29, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 3, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 3, 2026
Data verified: November 3, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2023 Lexus NX have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 2.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI; F Sport), 2.5L 4-cylinder (SIDI & PFI; Hybrid), 2.5L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Lexus NX?
Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2023 Lexus NX front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: FWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2023 Lexus NX?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.