Lexus NX Trims: 250, 350h, 450h+ & More

Last updated August 4, 2026

Lexus NX

The Lexus NX starts with the straightforward gas-powered 200t, 250, 300, and 350 models. The 250 Premium and 350 Premium add everyday comfort, while the 200t F SPORT, 300 F SPORT, and 350 F SPORT Handling bring sharper styling, sport seats, and firmer suspension tuning. The 250 Luxury, 300 Luxury, and 350 Luxury focus instead on richer cabin materials and lighting. The 300h and 350h families are self-charging hybrids, with core, Premium, Luxury, Black Line, and F SPORT Handling versions. The 450h+ family is the plug-in branch, pairing 37 miles of electric range with AWD and a choice of Premium, Luxury, or F SPORT character.

What each trim is known for

Lexus NX Base Model

Base Model

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The Base Model trim level—200t, 250, 300, and 350—is the straightforward gas-powered NX, built around core comfort and safety rather than a specialized sport, luxury, or hybrid theme.

Best for: Shoppers who want an upscale compact SUV with the essential NX experience and a simpler gas powertrain.

Highlights

  • Gas four-cylinder power, with the engine and drivetrain varying by model and year
  • Core NX comfort and safety equipment
  • Straightforward exterior and cabin treatment without F SPORT or Luxury-grade emphasis
69 in stock
Lexus NX Hybrid

Hybrid

300h300h F SPORT Black Line300h Luxury350h350h F SPORT Handling350h Luxury350h Premium

The Hybrid trim level—300h, 300h F SPORT Black Line, 300h Luxury, 350h, 350h F SPORT Handling, 350h Luxury, and 350h Premium—is the smooth, fuel-saving branch that does not need to be plugged in.

Best for: Drivers who prioritize fewer fuel stops but still want a choice of core, comfort-focused, luxury, or sport-flavored versions.

Highlights

  • Self-charging 2.5-liter hybrid system
  • Smoother low-speed driving and stronger fuel economy than the gas models
  • EV drive mode
  • Premium, Luxury, Black Line, and F SPORT variations within the hybrid family

Moves from the straightforward gas models to a self-charging hybrid system, bringing smoother low-speed operation and a stronger fuel-economy focus.

17 in stock
Lexus NX Premium Features

Premium Features

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The Premium Features trim level—250 Premium and 350 Premium—is the comfort step-up for the gas NX, adding upgrades that are easy to notice in daily driving.

Best for: Gas-model shoppers who want more seat comfort and convenience without the fuller cabin treatment of a Luxury model.

Highlights

  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Driver memory for the seat, steering wheel, and mirrors
  • Power moonroof
  • Comfort-focused cabin upgrades rather than sport suspension hardware

This changes direction from the adjacent Hybrid level rather than simply adding to it: it returns to gas power and makes ventilated front seats, driver memory, and a moonroof central to the package.

12 in stock
Lexus NX Sport Styling

Sport Styling

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The Sport Styling trim level—200t F SPORT, 300 F SPORT, and 350 F SPORT Handling—is the driver-focused gas NX, with bolder looks, more supportive seats, and sport-tuned suspension.

Best for: Drivers who like the NX but want a sharper appearance and a firmer, more connected feel from behind the wheel.

Highlights

  • F SPORT exterior styling with a mesh-style grille
  • Sport front seats with added side support
  • Sport-tuned or adaptive suspension, depending on year
  • Driver-focused steering-wheel, gauge, and cabin details

Adds F SPORT styling, more supportive seats, and sport-focused suspension tuning in place of the Premium level's comfort-first identity.

29 in stock
Lexus NX Luxury Features

Luxury Features

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The Luxury Features trim level—250 Luxury, 300 Luxury, and 350 Luxury—is the comfort- and cabin-focused gas NX, emphasizing richer materials, lighting, and convenience over sporty handling.

Best for: Shoppers who care more about an upscale cabin atmosphere and polished everyday comfort than an athletic look or feel.

Highlights

  • Leather-trimmed seating
  • Richer interior trim, including open-pore wood on later 350 Luxury models
  • Upgraded exterior and ambient interior lighting
  • Comfort and convenience equipment rather than F SPORT hardware

Moves beyond the Sport Styling level's athletic theme with leather, richer trim, upgraded lighting, and a more comfort-centered cabin.

5 in stock
Lexus NX Plug-in Hybrid

Plug-in Hybrid

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The Plug-in Hybrid trim level—450h+, 450h+ Premium, 450h+ Luxury and 450h+Luxury, and 450h+ F SPORT Handling—is the NX branch for electric short trips backed by a gas engine for longer drives.

Best for: Drivers who can charge at home or work and want electric commuting capability without relying on electricity for every trip.

Highlights

  • 37 miles of electric driving range
  • Plug-in hybrid system with AWD
  • Built-in charging hardware and a charging cable
  • Premium, Luxury, and F SPORT versions with distinct comfort or handling priorities

Adds plug-in charging and 37 miles of electric driving range, while offering comfort-focused Luxury and Premium versions or the firmer F SPORT Handling setup.

1 in stock

Trim comparison

FeatureHybridBase ModelSport StylingPlug-in HybridLuxury FeaturesPremium Features
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300h, 300h F SPORT Black Line, 300h Luxury, 350h, 350h F SPORT Handling, 350h Luxury, 350h Premium17 in stock
200t, 250, 300, 35069 in stock
200t F SPORT, 300 F SPORT, 350 F SPORT Handling29 in stock
450h+, 450h+ F SPORT Handling, 450h+ Luxury, 450h+ Premium, 450h+Luxury1 in stock
250 Luxury, 300 Luxury, 350 Luxury5 in stock
250 Premium, 350 Premium12 in stock
Powertrain identity2.5-liter self-charging hybridGas four-cylinder; varies by model and yearTurbo gas four-cylinder2.5-liter plug-in hybridGas four-cylinder; varies by modelGas four-cylinder; varies by model
Later-model fuel economy or electric range42 city / 38 highway mpg21 city / 28 highway mpg21 city / 28 highway mpg37-mile electric range21 city / 28 highway mpg21 city / 28 highway mpg
Main cabin focusEfficiency; equipment varies by versionCore NX comfortSupportive seats and driver-focused detailsPremium, Luxury, or F SPORT treatmentLeather, richer trim, and lightingSeat comfort and memory settings
Sport-focused suspensionF SPORT versions only—Defining feature; type varies by yearF SPORT Handling only——
Front-seat treatmentVaries from core to Luxury or F SPORTEveryday comfort seatsExtra side supportVaries by Premium, Luxury, or F SPORT versionLeather-trimmedHeated, ventilated, and memory-equipped
Plug-in chargingNo plug needed——Built-in charger and charging cable——

Frequently asked questions

What do the NX 200t, 300, 250, and 350 names mean?

They identify gas versions from different eras. The first-generation turbo model started as the 200t and became the NX 300 for 2018. Since the 2022 redesign, the NX 250 has used a non-turbo 2.5-liter engine, while the NX 350 has used a stronger 2.4-liter turbo engine.

What is the difference between the NX 250 and NX 350?

On second-generation models, the NX 250 uses a 203-hp non-turbo 2.5-liter engine and may have front- or all-wheel drive. The NX 350 uses a stronger 2.4-liter turbo engine and all-wheel drive. Pick the 250 for simplicity or the 350 for quicker acceleration.

What does the NX 350 Premium add over the regular NX 350?

On newer models, the NX 350 Premium adds everyday comfort rather than more power. Key upgrades include ventilated front seats, memory settings for the driver’s seat, steering wheel, and mirrors, plus a power moonroof and upgraded interior trim.

What does the NX 350 Luxury add over the NX 350 Premium?

On newer models, the NX 350 Luxury focuses on richer cabin finishes and lighting. It adds leather upholstery, open-pore wood trim, upgraded LED headlamps, themed ambient lighting, a digital rearview mirror, and a hands-free power rear door.

What does F SPORT mean on a Lexus NX?

F SPORT marks the more athletic-looking and firmer-driving NX. Equipment varies by era, but it generally brings sportier exterior trim, more supportive front seats, unique cabin details, and revised suspension tuning. Newer Handling versions use adaptive suspension and performance dampers.

Should I get the NX 350 F SPORT Handling or NX 350 Luxury?

Choose the F SPORT Handling if you want a firmer feel, more supportive seats, and bolder styling. Choose the Luxury if you prefer leather, wood trim, upgraded lighting, and a more comfort-focused cabin. Both use the same turbo engine and all-wheel drive on newer models.

What is the difference between the NX 350 and NX 350h?

On second-generation models, the NX 350 is the stronger turbo-gas choice, while the NX 350h is the smoother, more fuel-efficient regular hybrid. The 350 has all-wheel drive. Most 350h models also have it, though front-wheel-drive 350h versions joined the lineup for 2026.

What does the NX 350h Premium add over the regular NX 350h?

On newer models, the NX 350h Premium keeps the same 240-hp hybrid system and adds comfort features. The main upgrades are heated and ventilated front seats, driver memory settings, a power moonroof, and upgraded interior trim.

What is the difference between the NX 350h Premium and NX 350h Luxury?

The NX 350h Premium covers the comfort essentials with ventilated seats, memory settings, and a moonroof. The Luxury goes further with leather, open-pore wood trim, upgraded LED headlamps, themed ambient lighting, a digital rearview mirror, and a hands-free rear door.

What is the difference between the first-generation NX 300 and NX 300h?

The NX 300 is the turbo-gas model with 235 horsepower, while the NX 300h is the efficiency-focused hybrid with 194 horsepower. The hybrid uses electric assistance for smoother low-speed driving and had standard all-wheel drive in the later first-generation years.

What did the NX 200t F SPORT add over the regular NX 200t?

On early first-generation models, the NX 200t F SPORT kept the regular 200t’s turbo engine but added sport-tuned suspension, more supportive front seats, paddle shifters, a mesh grille, black mirror caps, and sport-themed gauges and cabin trim.

What is the difference between the NX 350h and NX 450h+?

The NX 350h is a 240-hp regular hybrid that does not need plugging in. The NX 450h+ is a 304-hp plug-in hybrid with all-wheel drive and an EPA-estimated 37 miles of electric range. The 450h+ suits drivers who can charge regularly and make shorter daily trips.

Should I get the NX 450h+ Luxury or F SPORT Handling?

Choose the 450h+ Luxury for leather, richer trim, and upgraded cabin lighting. Choose the F SPORT Handling for adaptive suspension, performance dampers, sport seats, and more aggressive styling. Both use the same 304-hp plug-in hybrid system and all-wheel drive on newer models.

Which Lexus NX trim is the sweet spot for everyday comfort?

On second-generation models, a Premium grade is the sensible middle ground. NX 250 Premium, NX 350 Premium, and NX 350h Premium versions pair their respective powertrains with ventilated front seats, driver memory settings, and a moonroof without the sport suspension focus of F SPORT.

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