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Our most recent review of the 2022 Lexus NX300H resulted in a score of 9 out of 10 for that particular example.
Carsguide Contributing Journalist Byron Mathioudakis had this to say at the time: The all-new NX is a massive step forward over its popular predecessor.In every way, it is an improvement, with better refinement, comfort, performance, efficiency, safety and choice.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Byron Mathioudakis liked most about this particular version of the Lexus NX300H: Powertrain choice, Cabin presentation, Design
Although both these cars are similar in many ways, there’s one area where they take difference philosophies. And that’s in the way their hybrid systems are configured and prioritised.
While the Lexus is more of a conventional hybrid with the electric motor doing a lot of the heavy lifting, the Volvo is what’s called a mild hybrid., As the name suggests, that means the electric power is limited to a 10kW boost when taking off or when the driver requires maximum acceleration.
A mild hybrid layout does still operate the stop-start function and can harvest energy when slowing down, so it’s still a worthwhile slice of tech, but it won’t affect fuel consumption as much as the Lexus’ full hybrid system.
Reliability is a bit of an unknown with any new car, but it’s fair to say that the Lexus’ reputation will count for something come trade-in time. Not to mention that, as the more hybrid-focussed of the pair, the Lexus might also be a little more future-proof.
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Lexus NX300H Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption |
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F-Sport +EP1 Hybrid (awd)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 2.5L Hybrid 6 SP AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
5.6L/100km
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Luxury +EP1 Hybrid (awd)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 2.5L Hybrid 6 SP AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
5.7L/100km
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