The Lexus NX has been a solid success in sales charts and has beaten most European rivals in the premium midsized SUV segment.
This is due to its affordability and electrification options, such as its conventional hybrid model and plug-in hybrid option.
The 2025 Lexus NX350 F Sport AWD is the turbocharged petrol variant of the SUV being pitched as the driver-focused option and is only available in F Sport guise with AWD priced in Australia from $79,343 plus on-road costs.
The Lexus NX feels luxurious inside with its vault-like build quality and high-end cabin materials as well as minimal switchgear and prominently placed digital displays.
The seated position is comfortable with Lexus F Sport seats and a personal highlight of the Lexus interiors is the electrically-adjustable steering column, which also features the seat memory function.
The boot measures 520 litres with the rear seats in use and 1141 litres when dropped, and it comes loaded with ample equipment, has a five-star ANCAP safety rating, and a good balance between comfort and control.
The NX350 AWD is the only turbo-petrol engine offering in the lineup. The 2.4-litre turbo-petrol engine offers a buzzy sound and, while it’s sluggish when rolling, it has strong outputs on paper compared to its German competitors.
The NX350 F Sport AWD requires a little bit of getting used to when using its finicky controls that operate its various driver-assistance systems.
The Lexus NX is backed by a five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty like the broader Lexus range.
The NX350 F Sport AWD is a good option as it offers strong value for money in terms of engine specs and standard equipment, but there’s no USP or benchmark aspect to this spec.