Verdict
At RM395,888, the Lexus NX NX 350h Luxury is the rational choice: it is RM20,000 cheaper, 95 kg lighter and brings two electric motors alongside its 2.5-litre hybrid petrol engine. The RM415,888 Lexus NX NX 350 F Sport answers with a 275 hp, 430 Nm turbo engine, a 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time and Adaptive Variable Suspension with Performance Dampers. Both retain the same extensive safety, cabin and parking kit, so Malaysian buyers are paying chiefly for substantially stronger performance and chassis hardware, not extra convenience equipment.
Pick the Lexus NX NX 350h Luxury if you want to save RM20,000 and prefer the hybrid powertrain without giving up the shared comfort, safety or infotainment equipment.
Pick the Lexus NX NX 350 F Sport if its 275 hp, 430 Nm turbo performance and Adaptive Variable Suspension matter enough to justify the RM20,000 premium.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus NX NX 350h Luxury RM395,888; Lexus NX NX 350 F Sport RM415,888.
- Powertrain: Luxury has a 2,487 cc hybrid petrol engine with two motors; F Sport has a 2,393 cc turbo petrol engine without electric motors.
- Engine output: Luxury 184 hp and 221 Nm; F Sport 275 hp and 430 Nm.
- Performance: Luxury 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds and 200 km/h top speed; F Sport 7.0 seconds and 250 km/h.
- Chassis and wheels: Luxury has 20-inch dark grey machined alloys; F Sport has 20-inch super gloss black alloys plus Adaptive Variable Suspension and…
- Kerb weight and road tax: Luxury 1,765 kg and RM830 yearly; F Sport 1,860 kg and RM754 yearly.
NX 350h Luxury
- RM20,000 less expensive.
- Hybrid petrol powertrain with two electric motors.
- 95 kg lighter than the F Sport.
- 91 hp and 209 Nm down on the F Sport.
- 0.7 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h and limited to 200 km/h.
- No Adaptive Variable Suspension or Performance Dampers.
NX 350 F Sport
- 275 hp and 430 Nm turbo petrol engine.
- 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time and 250 km/h top speed.
- Adaptive Variable Suspension and Performance Dampers.
- Costs RM20,000 more.
- 95 kg heavier.
- No hybrid system or electric motors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM395,888✓ | RM415,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM754✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC direct and port injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,487 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 275 hp✓ |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 430 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | 11 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 133 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 208 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Direct Shift | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | 7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 250 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 1,765 kg | 1,860 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 520 litres | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" Super Gloss Black Metallic Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy | 20" Super Gloss Black Metallic Finish Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), Performance Dampers |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | 3 LED Projectors | 3 LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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NX 350h Luxury vs NX 350 F Sport FAQ
Is the Lexus NX NX 350h Luxury or Lexus NX NX 350 F Sport better?
The NX 350h Luxury is the better-value choice because its safety, comfort and infotainment equipment matches the F Sport. Choose the NX 350 F Sport only if 275 hp, 430 Nm, quicker acceleration and Adaptive Variable Suspension are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus NX NX 350 F Sport costs RM20,000 more than the Lexus NX NX 350h Luxury.
Do the two Lexus NX variants have different safety or cabin equipment?
Their listed safety and cabin equipment is effectively the same, including autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control with Stop and Go, panoramic-view camera, 14-inch touchscreen, head-up display and ventilated front seats. The F Sport's key extra is its adaptive suspension hardware.
