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2023 Lexus NX MPG & fuel economy

The 2023 Lexus NX is a small SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 28 MPG combined (26 city / 33 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 25 to 28 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2022 model. Among 118 small SUVs rated for 2023, it ranks 49th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,661 a year to fuel.

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Combined 28 MPG 26 MPG city · 33 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,661 15,000 mi/yr · $11.07 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2023 #49 of 118 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2023 Lexus NX's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2611.19.0
Highway3314.07.1
Combined2811.98.4

How it ranks among 2023 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $742
  2. 2Tesla Model Y123 MPGe $742
  3. 3Toyota bZ4X119 MPGe $764
  4. 4Subaru Solterra104 MPGe $834
  5. 5Volkswagen ID.4107 MPGe $850
  6. 49Lexus NX28 MPG $1,661
  7. 118Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2023 NXOther small SUVsClass median: $1,788/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

NX MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic
NX 250		 Gas 26 MPG 33 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661
AWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic
NX 250 AWD		 Gas 25 MPG 32 MPG 28 MPG — $1,661
AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
NX 350 AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
NX 350 AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 28 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
311 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2023 Lexus NX vs. rivals

vs Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid 63 MPGe + 28 MPG · $1,626/yr XC60 Plug-in Hybrid saves $35/yr vs Audi Q5 Plug-in Hybrid 60 MPGe + 26 MPG · $1,844/yr NX saves $183/yr vs Audi Q3 25 MPG · $1,860/yr NX saves $199/yr vs Lincoln Corsair 25 MPG · $1,860/yr NX saves $199/yr vs Lincoln Nautilus 23 MPG · $2,022/yr NX saves $361/yr vs BMW X1 28 MPG · $2,116/yr NX saves $455/yr vs Lexus NX Hybrid 39 MPG · $1,519/yr NX Hybrid saves $141/yr vs Lexus NX Plug-in Hybrid 84 MPGe + 36 MPG · $1,274/yr NX Plug-in Hybrid saves $387/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2023 Lexus NX Hybrid (39 MPG), 2023 Lexus NX Plug-in Hybrid (84 MPGe + 36 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2023 Lexus NX?

Up to 28 MPG combined (26 city / 33 highway); ratings range from 25 to 28 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2023 Lexus NX use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2023 Lexus NX?

The 2023 Lexus NX's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 11.1 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Lexus NX per year?

About $1,661 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.07 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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