All-new 2022 Lexus NX launched in the UAE

Luxury crossover comes with petrol and petrol-electric hybrid powertrain options

Published: February 15, 2022 20:53 Sony Thomas, Senior Editor

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Almost eight years after the NX luxury crossover nameplate was introduced, Al-Futtaim Lexus has launched the all-new second-generation iteration of the CUV in the UAE. The 2022 Lexus NX gets a thoroughly revised exterior and interior design and comes with a new electrified powertrain. Image Credit: Supplied

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The refined but prominent spindle grille, along with the four-projector LED headlights with slim adaptive high-beam system and the L-shaped daytime running lights add to the NX’s striking appearance from the front. Image Credit: Supplied

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The rear end is distinguished by new L-shaped all-LED taillight clusters and the brand’s signature blade lighting in a bar spanning the vehicle’s width. Image Credit: Supplied

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The latest model is underpinned by the Lexus Global Architecture K (GA-K) platform. Thanks to a low centre of gravity and front MacPherson strut suspension system featuring double wishbones, along with trailing arms at the rear it promises better handling and comfort than the model it replaces. Image Credit: Supplied

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The cockpit features the brand’s Tazuna concept initially revealed in the Lexus LF-30 electrified concept car. Taking its name from a Japanese word describing a rider’s use of the reins to control a horse, Tazuna hints at the NX being more direct and intuitive to drive. Image Credit: Supplied

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An inline four-cylinder, 2.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine that produces 275 horsepower and 430Nm of torque ‎is mated to a new 8-speed automatic transmission. Meanwhile, the new hybrid-electric system combines a 2.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors producing 188 hp and 234 hp, respectively offering a combined power of 240 horsepower. Image Credit: Supplied

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