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What's New for 2025?
The NX 450h+ now comes standard with dual USB-C ports in the front console, and its base price also increases by roughly $2,500.
2025 NX Selector
FAST FACTS
"If you're wondering whether the NX 450h+ goes beyond its plug-in RAV4 roots, the answer is no — at least not under the hood, where the NX PHEV's 302-horsepower output is exactly the same. But the RAV's six-second sprint to 60 mph was arguably more than adequate already, and the Lexus treatment naturally takes this platform's refinement and features to the next level. It's a sensible choice among luxury PHEV SUVs, though we definitely recommend taking the Toyota version for a spin as well."—Ranked #2 out of 5 Compact Luxury PHEV SUVs
MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. There's only one standalone version of the 2025 Lexus NX Plug-In Hybrid, and here it is, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.
The first thing that stands out about the NX 450h+ PHEV is how expensive it is relative to the rest of the NX lineup. If you're willing to pony up the extra cash, the plug-in NX rewards you with a useful 37-mile range on battery power alone, plus the swiftest acceleration of any NX when you floor it to activate the gas engine.
The 2025 NX Plug-In Hybrid is offered in just one mechanical configuration. Hit the link or button to read our editorial summary and see detailed specs.
| Version | Price | Fuel | EV Range | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus NX 450h+ AWD (2.5 Plug-In Hybrid CVT) | $61,240 | Plug-In Hybrid | 37 mi | 302 hp | N/A |
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Josh has been reviewing cars professionally since joining Edmunds.com fresh out of grad school in 2008. Prior to founding MotorDonkey, he spent 15 years shaping Edmunds' expert automotive content in various capacities, starting as an associate editor and ultimately serving as a senior editor before wrapping up with a five-year term as the company's first-ever director of content strategy. Josh is a card-carrying member of the Motor Press Guild and a lifelong car nut who has driven, compared and critiqued thousands of cars in his career. Helping people find their perfect car never gets old—seriously!
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