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2023 Lexus NX

NX 250 FWD

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Specifications

Source: manufacturer press kit

Brakes

Front brake diameter327.9 mm
Front brake typeventilated disc
Rear brake diameter317 mm
Rear brake typeventilated disc

Cargo

Cargo volume behind 1st row46.9 cu-ft
Cargo volume behind 2nd row22.7 cu-ft

Dimensions Exterior

Ground clearance7.7 in
Overall height65.8 in
Overall length183.5 in
Overall width73.4 in
Wheelbase105.9 in

Engine Basics

Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Cylinder count4
Engine displacement2487 cc
Fuel injection systemElectronic Fuel Injection (SFI, D-4S)
Engine type (full description)2.5-liter naturally aspirated in-line 4-cylinder
Valve configurationDOHC 16-Valve

Engine Output

Horsepower203 hp
Torque184 lb-ft

Fuel Economy

MPG (city)26 mpg
MPG (combined)28 mpg
MPG (highway)33 mpg

Fuel System

Minimum recommended octane87
Fuel tank capacity14.5 gal

Headroom

Front headroom38.3 in
Second-row headroom38.5 in

Legroom

Front legroom41 in
Second-row legroom36.1 in

Pricing

Base MSRP (excludes destination)$39,755

Seating

Passenger seating capacity5

Shoulder Room

Front shoulder room56.3 in
Second-row shoulder room54 in

Steering

Steering typeElectric Power Steering (EPS)
Turning radius (curb-to-curb)20 ft

Suspension

Front suspension typeMacPherson strut
Rear suspension typeTrailing arm type double wishbone

Tires

Tire size235/60R18

Transmission

Final drive ratio3.4
Transmission speeds8
Transmission typeautomatic

Weights

Curb weight (maximum)3660 lbs
Curb weight (minimum)3660 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating4860 lbs

Wheels

Wheel diameter18 in

Standard & optional equipment

Source: manufacturer press kit

Safety1 std · 0 opt

  • 4-channel, 4-sensor Anti-lock Braking System

Seating1 std · 0 opt

  • Seating Capacity: 5

Exterior2 std · 1 opt

  • 18 in. standard wheels with 235/60R18 tires
  • Run-Flat Tires (no spare)
  • 20 in. optional/standard wheels with 235/50R20 tires optional

Powertrain7 std · 0 opt

  • Front-wheel drive (FWD)
  • 0-60 mph: 8.6 sec. (FWD) / 8.2 sec. (AWD) - NX 250
  • 2.5-liter naturally aspirated in-line 4-cylinder, 203 hp
  • 8-speed Multi-Mode Automatic Transmission (ECT-i)
  • Fuel Capacity: 14.53 gal.
  • Lexus Estimated Fuel Economy 26/33/28 mpg (FWD) / 25/32/28 mpg (AWD) - NX 250

Chassis11 std · 0 opt

  • Electric Power Steering (EPS)
  • Ground Clearance: 7.7 in. (w/20" wheels)
  • MacPherson strut front suspension
  • Overall Height (unloaded): 65.8 in. (w/20" wheels)
  • Overall Length: 183.5 in.
  • Overall Width: 73.4 in.

Cargo3 std · 0 opt

  • Cargo Volume - Rear seats folded down: 46.9 cu. ft.
  • Cargo Volume - Rear seats up: 22.7 cu. ft.
  • Max Towing Capacity: 2,000 lbs.

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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 NX. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.

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Common questions about the NX 250

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much is the 2023 Lexus NX NX 250?

The manufacturer lists $39,755 for the 2023 Lexus NX NX 250. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.