TORONTO,: Ushering in a new era of luxury, Lexus is embracing electrification, intuitive technology, performance, and design.
The all-new 2022 Lexus NX delivers a long list of firsts, including the all-new Lexus Interface multimedia system designed with the North American market in mind.
With a lower centre of gravity and stronger stance, the all-new NX embodies powerful design, intuitive innovation and boundless utility. The most notable update is the introduction of Lexus Interface, the integrated multimedia and digital support on thestandard 9.8-inch and optional 14- inch touchscreen displays.
It offers available over the air updates, wireless charging and untethered smart phone connection to the user’s unique profile. This is paired with the introduction of standard Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, plus Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Additionally, Safe Exit Assist and the innovative Digital Latch system are designed to make exiting the vehicle safely even more effortless. Martin Gilbert, Director of Lexus Canada, said: “It sets a new standard in the luxury crossover market with innovations in electrified powertrains, modernized design,an intuitive cockpit, driving dynamics, and safety. SIt offers our Canadian Guests a choice of exciting powertrains – including a more powerful selfcharging hybrid, an all-new 2.4L Turbo and the first Lexus plugin hybrid. And starting in 2022, most of the NX models we sell in Canada will also be built here in Canada.”
“We have invested more than $9 billion in our Canadian manufacturing operations since 1986, and currently employ more than 8,500 team members to build many of the most popular Lexus and Toyota vehicles for the North American market,” said Frank Voss, President of Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada.
“We’re on schedule and look forward to building this amazing new NX series for our fellow Canadians.”
From the refined spindle grille to the new full-width blade taillamps and LEXUS rear badging, the all-new 2022 Lexus NX emits a powerful message to those approaching the luxury crossover.
At the front, the updated grille pattern and frame create a more integrated feel to the body of the vehicle. Made up of tall U-shaped blocks, the spindle grille is designed for a three-dimensional effect and creates a sense of depth while expressing a strong impression.
Framed on top by the L-shaped daytime running lights (DRL), the optional three-projector headlamps create balance with a more subdued impression. Buyers can select from a variety of fresh NX colours to suit their taste, including Nori Green Pearl, Cloudburst Gray and Grecian Water.
For colours exclusive to F SPORT models, the palette includes Redline, Ultra White, Cadmium Orange and Ultra Sonic Blue Mica 2.0.
Cockpit Design The NX’s driver-centered cockpit has been meticulously designed with a focus on connecting the driver to the vehicle. The 7-inch Multi-information display (MID) and optional 10-inch Head-Up Display (HUD), both NX firsts, are designed to convey vehicle information, alerts and updates, within the driver’s line of sight. The MID’s single-meter layout is made more visible by a high-definition screen.
Most driving-related functions are concentrated on the steering wheel to allow for intuitive operation while keeping the driver’s eyes on the road. In the centre stack, the standard 9.8-inch touchscreen puts an array of multimedia features within easy reach.
Fuel Economy With the all-new Lexus NX 350h, which will be the volume model in Canada, customers can have both great performance and fuel economy. With a combined 239 horsepower (a 20 percent increase over the current model) and impressive manufacturer estimated combinedfuel consumption of 6.5 L/100 km (a decrease of 1.0 L/100 km over the current model), the NX hybrid brings a powerful performance that illustrates the brand’s hybrid leadership.
Guests will also notice the quicker 0-100 km/h time of 7.4 seconds, which is 1.7 seconds faster compared to the previous generation. The Lexus Hybrid Drive system pairs the D4-S fuel injection 2.5-litre 4-cylinder gasoline engine with two high-torque electric drive motor-generators for strong acceleration and passing performance.
Instead of transfer gears and a driveshaft to the rear wheels, the AWD system employs a second, independent electric motor to drive the rear wheels when it detects it is needed to help maintain optimal traction. The new lower centre of gravity and enhancements in vehicle rigidity allow for a higher horsepower 2.4-litre turbo gas engine on the NX 350. The exciting turbo gas-powered engine boasts an estimated 275 horsepower and 317 lb. ft. of torque. Combined, these result in a 0-100 km/h time of 7.0 seconds, a half-second quicker than the previous model.
Multimedia System The all-new, North Americandeveloped Lexus Interface multimedia system allows the NX to seamlessly integrate and navigate life’s twists and turns. The eyecatching standard 9.8-inch touchscreen provides intuitive technology at the occupants’ fingertips. The screen’s new Human Machine Interface (HMI) enhances user interaction through sight, touch and voice Lexus Interface also incorporates a new Virtual Assistant developed with a human-centered approach. Designed with dual microphones, enhanced noisecancellation, seat detection and speaker location capabilities, the system enables a voice-first approach allowing front seat occupants an expanded and interactive experience to access navigation, media, phone and certain vehicle settings such as climate control and window opening/closing. The all-new NX will come equipped with the latest Lexus Safety System+ 3.0. for additional peace of mind in many scenarios The all-new Digital Latch system enables doors to open smoothly at the touch of a button when entering or exiting the vehicle. Newly designed standard heated front seats and optional heated rear seats add comfort throughout the cabin. Guests will also notice increased head and legroom with the adoption of the Lexus GA-K platform. Additional storage space has been added in the rear cargo area. Interior seat and console colours include Black, Black with Rich Cream, Palomino, and Rioja Red NuLuxe. All ornamentation has been redesigned. Newly developed Black Prism, an advanced looking Piano Black texture, features a three-dimensional fractal that is gradually carved more densely toward the rear so that it changes its expression with transitions of sunlight, creating a high-tech feel. Available with both the turbo and PHEV powertrains, the F SPORT Handling model turns up the driving dynamics with a sporty feel that is amplified by the Active Variable Suspension (AVS), and front and rear performance dampers. The all-new 2022 NX will start production in the fourth quarterof 2021.