2023 Lexus NX 450h Plus AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
38
MPGe
Highway
33
MPGe
Combined
36
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
550 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
4 hr 30 min
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
40.0
City 36.0 / Hwy 45.0 kWh
Electric Motor
40 and 134 kW AC Induction

EPA-estimated range of 550 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 4 hr 30 min for a full charge. Energy consumption: 40.0 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AV-S6)
Premium and Electricity Plug-in Hybrid
City
38
Hwy
33
Comb
36
Fuel cost: $2,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$5,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 9/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
87 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
3.0 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
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

Energy Use (Combined)
40 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
36 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
45 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems13 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 13 owner complaints for the 2023 Lexus NX 450h Plus AWD. Top reported issues include structure, electrical system and lighting. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Structure
2
Electrical System
2
Lighting
1
Power Train
1
Brakes
1
Engine
1
Speed Control
1
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
1

2023 Lexus NX 450h Plus AWD problems by category: Structure: 2 complaints, Electrical System: 2 complaints, Lighting: 1 complaints, Power Train: 1 complaints, Brakes: 1 complaints, Engine: 1 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 1 complaints.

1
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
1
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 09/04/2025ODI#11685144
On [XXX] my Lexus would not start properly and then I heard noises which were associated with the battery closing down. This included locking all the doors. I was trapped in the car for 50-60 minute…
StructureFiled: 03/04/2025ODI#11646293
The driver's side front wiper blade is not securely attached and lifts off the glass during the drying stage of automatic car washes. Once lifted, it stays in the upright position and must be manually…
Electrical SystemFiled: 09/21/2023ODI#11545880
Vehicle is built so that water from hand-washing/rinsing gets under the hood and into a computer causing electrical issues and causing the car to not start. The dealership put a foam/rubber trim arou…

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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