New 2026 Lexus NX Specs, Release Date, Reviews

New 2026 Lexus NX Specs, Release Date, Reviews  –  There’s no lack of choice in the New 2026 Lexus NX, with four versions to choose from including two that are gas-only, plus a conventional hybrid and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).

It’s basically unchanged for the model year – the third since the second-generation version was introduced. The lineup starts with the NX 250, while the tester seen here is the turbocharged NX, which starts at $54,755 including a non-negotiable delivery fee of $2,205. It runs through eight trim levels from there, up to and including the top-of-the-line F Sport Series 3 that’s priced at $68,605 before tax.

New 2026 Lexus NX Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

The NX has comfortable front seats that stayed supportive on a longer drive, and in my F Sport Series 3 tester, they were heated and ventilated, and clad in faux leather. The ride is smooth and quiet as well.

But this vehicle’s low roofline, while stylish, means taller passengers may feel the squeeze. The tape measure shows the NX with 942 mm (37.2 in) of front headroom, where most competitors top 1,000 mm (39.4 in). Front-seat legroom is 1,041 mm (41 in) in the NX, but that drops to 917 mm (36.1 in) in the rear, also tighter than most rivals.

New 2026 Lexus NX Specs

The NX offers a lot of features, but many of the popular ones are part of option packages. The entry trim includes a power tailgate, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a power-adjustable heated steering wheel, heated front seats that are power-adjustable, rain-sensing wipers, and a power sunroof. But you’ll pay extra to get a wireless charger, larger centre touchscreen with navigation, head-up display, panoramic sunroof, hands-free functionality for the tailgate.

Engine and Performance

A 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 275 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque powers the NX. It is paired with an eight-speed automated gearbox. AWD, or all-wheel drive, comes standard.

These output numbers are among the highest in the segment, where the Acura RDX comes close at 272 hp and the Infiniti QX50 at 268 hp. The Lexus is peppy from a stop and has enough power for highway passing, but overall, acceleration feels smooth and capable rather than quick. New 2026 Lexus NX Specs

New 2026 Lexus NX Fuel Economy

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) rates the NX at 11.2 L/100 km in the city, 8.3 on the highway, and 9.7 in combined driving. In my week with it, I came in at 10.8 L/100 km; premium-grade fuel is the requirement. Those official figures are separated by decimals with its rivals, where the Cadillac XT4 comes in at 9.5 combined, and the Acura RDX and BMW X3 at 9.9.   New 2026 Lexus NX Specs

New 2026 Lexus NX Safety Features

In crash testing, the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the New 2026 Lexus NX four stars overall, one below the top five-star rating. Standard driver-assist safety features on the NX include driver’s knee airbag, emergency front braking including for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, whiplash-reducing head restraints, adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlights, lane-keep assist, road sign recognition, and the rearview camera that’s mandatory on all new vehicles, which here includes a washer. Items included with some of the option packages, including the F Sport 3, are front cross-traffic alert, a panoramic-view monitor, and parking assist.  New 2026 Lexus NX Specs

New 2026 Lexus NX Price and Release Date

The NX comes in eight trims, starting with the Premium at $54,755 and finishing up with my F Sport Series 3 tester at $68,605. Its features list is substantial, but it seems a bit overpriced. Among its rivals, the Infiniti QX50 runs from $51,990 to $60,490, and the Cadillac XT4 goes only up to $47,898; but the BMW X3 starts at $58,990, while the Acura RDX starts at $56,725 and goes up to $64,025 in its highest trim (all prices including delivery).

The New 2026 Lexus NX slips in between the brand’s smaller UX and larger RX sport-utilities. It’s not all that roomy inside, and you’ll want to consider the passengers you plan to carry, as well as the cargo you’ll be fitting into it. The F Sport trims also aren’t as sporty as that name might lead you to believe. But if the plan is for something city-sized that has the power when needed but with comfortable driving manners, this just might be it.  New 2026 Lexus NX Specs