The all-new NX marks the start of a new design direction for Lexus. In this interview, Tsuneo KANASUGI, lead exterior designer for NX, gives an insight into the creative process and what Lexus sought to achieve in the look of its mid-size luxury SUV, inside and out.

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, Inc. (Cambridge, Ontario, Canada): Lexus NX, NX Hybrid, RX, & RX Hybrid. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Inc. (Georgetown, Kentucky, United States): Lexus ES.

Nimble Crossover Lexus NX. The Nimble Crossover is the point where a luxury mid-size saloon meets a capable off-road vehicle. Its smaller, more wieldy size makes it a perfect tool for both urban and country routes.

Toyota RAV4 Every 2022 NX comes standard with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of active driver assistance features, including FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, BSW, and RCTW. Lexus finally enters the luxury compact SUV market with the Toyota RAV4-based NX.

While these vehicles do have their similarities, seeing that they are both produced by Toyota, there are some key differences worth mentioning. After all, Lexus is Toyota's luxury division, so the NX is built to add on a few features you may not find in your average RAV4.

As you can see, the Lexus NX is only slightly longer, a little shorter, and about the same width as the RAV4. However, the cabin of the NX is roomier, particularly in the front. The Lexus NX comes equipped with many technology features found on the RAV4, plus a few that are exclusive to the NX.

While these vehicles do have their similarities, seeing that they are both produced by Toyota, there are some key differences worth mentioning. After all, Lexus is Toyota's luxury division, so the NX is built to add on a few features you may not find in your average RAV4.

The IS is built on a shortened version of the rear-wheel drive midsize platform introduced for the third generation Lexus GS, and also used on the Japanese-market Toyota Crown and Toyota Mark X. The chief engineer of the second generation IS was Suguya Fukusato, a rally driver.

As you can see, the Lexus NX is only slightly longer, a little shorter, and about the same width as the RAV4. However, the cabin of the NX is roomier, particularly in the front. The Lexus NX comes equipped with many technology features found on the RAV4, plus a few that are exclusive to the NX.

The current Lexus NX and the RAV4 are built on the same TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) platform, so it is no wonder they both share the same powertrain. Both the RAV4 Prime and the NX 450h+ are powered by a 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine combined with two permanent-magnet synchronous AC motor generators.

With a length of 167.7 inches and a width of 73.7 inches, the Lexus NX 350 is 19.3% larger than Q5.

The NX also includes advanced safety technologies standard. Overall, the NX 300 is a better option if you are looking for more comfort, luxury, and performance. However, if you're focused on utility, fuel-economy, and cost then you may prefer the Toyota RAV4.