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    2016 Lexus NX

    The 2016 Lexus NX is a medium SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $81,600 for the base variant and topping out at $95,900 for the F Sport variant.

    There are 3 variants of the NX available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2015.

    The 2016 NX was offered with a 4 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Lexus NX include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (175kW/350Nm) and 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder hybrid (145kW). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or automatic continuously trans with manual mode transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $81,600 - $95,900
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV
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    Retail Price
    $81,600 - $95,900
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or Auto (CVT)
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded or Unleaded
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or HEV

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    2016 Lexus NX

    Available Variants

    The Lexus NX comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being F Sport.

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    Power to Weight
    80.56 - 102.94 kW/t
    62.54 kW/t
    152.73 kW/t
    Boot Space
    475 - 500 litres
    475 litres
    981 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    5.6 - 7.9 L/100km
    4.7 L/100km
    9.1 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    759 - 1,000 km
    759 km
    1,489 km
    Warranty (Years)
    4 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    1 - 5 years
    2 years
    4 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,280 - 2,385 kg
    2,270 kg
    2,585 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,500 kg
    1,500 kg
    2,400 kg
    Approach Angle
    17.2°
    17.2°
    25.7°
    Departure Angle
    24.2 - 24.5°
    21.9°
    31.3°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    185 - 190 mm
    185 mm
    230 mm
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    2016 Lexus NX

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    Premium

    2025

    $98,700

    Limited

    2025

    $108,600

    F-Sport

    2025

    $115,000

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    2.5L HEV
    2.5L Phev
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Electric
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    179 kW
    227 kW

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    2016 Lexus NX

    Dimensions

    4,630 mm
    1,870 mm
    1,630 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,630 mm
    Overall Width1,870 mm
    Overall Height1,630 mm
    Wheelbase2,660 mm
    Turning Circle11,400 mm
    Load Capacity580 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2016 Lexus NX

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Lexus NX is the base variant that starts from $81,600.

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    The most expensive Lexus NX is the Limited variant that starts from $95,900.

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    The best towing capacity of a Lexus NX is 1500 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Lexus NX is the base variant which measures 1870mm wide, 4630mm in length and sits 1630mm tall.

    All variants of the Lexus NX have a maximum power of 175kW and 350nm of torque.

    The Lexus NX is built in Japan and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Lexus NX is the F Sport variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2385 kg.

    The Lexus NX may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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