2022 Lexus NX 350 AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
22
MPG
Highway
29
MPG
Combined
25
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

21.4MPG average-14.2% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 25 MPG · Owner reported avg: 21.4 MPG

Driving mix: City 32% / Highway 68%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 21.4 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 25 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
22
Hwy
29
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Automatic (S8)
Premium
City
22
Hwy
28
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
357 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
11.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.4L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.4L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,694/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,574/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,333/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,482/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,713/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,706/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,355/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,771/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,606/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,669/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 25 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems9 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 9 owner complaints for the 2022 Lexus NX 350 AWD. Top reported issues include brakes, advanced safety (adas) and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Brakes
3
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
3
Electrical System
2
Speed Control
1
Locks & Latches
1
Structure
1

2022 Lexus NX 350 AWD problems by category: Brakes: 3 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 3 complaints, Electrical System: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints, Locks & Latches: 1 complaints, Structure: 1 complaints.

9
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 03/18/2026ODI#11725347
The contact owns a 2022 Lexus NX 350. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the blind spot cameras failed to properly operate. The contact stated that the Mobile App was used to activate …
Electrical SystemFiled: 02/18/2025Crash1 InjuryODI#11643545
[XXX] I was Braking while pulling into my Carport almost at the Rear curb, when Suddenly and without Any Warning, my 2022 NX 450h Accelerated Rapidly and sent Me up a short Hill and Crashed into a Lar…
Electrical SystemFiled: 05/03/2024ODI#11586878
The contact owns a 2022 Lexus NX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V478000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The loc…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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