The plug-in hybrid NX450h+ is rated for 38 mpg city and 33 mpg highway, and the EPA estimates its battery pack holds enough electrons to provide up to 37 miles of electric-only driving range before needing to be recharged.

The Lexus NX is available as Self-Charging and Plug-In Hybrid powertrains which have been developed using our 15 years of pioneering electrification experience.

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37 miles Its system output is 302 horsepower, and it can scoot the NX from 0-60 mph in just 6 seconds flat, according to Lexus. In addition to the aforementioned 37 miles of EPA-rated electric range, the NX 450h+ is rated 36 mpg combined when operating as a hybrid.

When it comes time to fill up, the Lexus NX requires premium unleaded gasoline. You should be looking for an octane rating of 91 or higher, to ensure the NX runs efficiently while providing the best possible performance. Any gas used in the NX should not contain any higher than 15% ethanol.

Typically, your hybrid vehicle will need a hybrid battery replacement every 150,000 miles - or 15 years.

A Lexus hybrid has both a combustion engine, which is fuelled by petrol, and an electric motor, which is fuelled by high-tech batteries, that don't require a plug-in. While the petrol engine runs, it powers a generator which in turn charges the batteries.

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.

When it comes time to fill up, the Lexus NX requires premium unleaded gasoline. You should be looking for an octane rating of 91 or higher, to ensure the NX runs efficiently while providing the best possible performance.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I PUT REGULAR GAS IN A VEHICLE THAT REQUIRES PREMIUM GAS? Using lower octane fuel in a vehicle that requires premium gas could cause internal damage, especially within a luxury vehicle like the Lexus NX. Some issues you may start experiencing include: Reduction in fuel economy.

Yes, the Lexus NX requires premium gas. If you use fuel with an octane rating of less than 91, it can damage your engine.

If the high-voltage battery completely dies, however, the car won't be able to be driven at all, in most cases. The car will detect that a catastrophic failure has occurred and will put a stop to all motion to avoid damaging anything else.

Labor costs are estimated between $517 and $652 while parts are priced between $4,891 and $4,891. Your location and vehicle may affect the price of Hybrid High Voltage Battery Replacement.

Under normal conditions, you can expect Lexus hybrid car batteries to last up to 150,000 miles or 15 years and sometimes even longer.

Toyota RAV4 You may be considering the Lexus NX and Toyota RAV4. While these vehicles do have their similarities, seeing that they are both produced by Toyota, there are some key differences worth mentioning.

Audi Q3 length/width/height: 176.6/79.7/62.9 inches. Lexus NX length/width/height: 183.5/73.4/65.4 inches.