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Lexus unveils heavily revised NX SUV with upgraded hybrid system
Lexus unveiled a heavily revised NX SUV on September 1, 2026.
The NX is a key Lexus model, first launched in 2014, and the latest version is an extensive update to the current generation.
Its body structure was strengthened, raising floor rigidity by about 25 percent and suspension tower rigidity by about 30 percent.
The NX 450h+ plug-in hybrid has a provisional 140-kilometre electric range for Japan, up from 87 kilometres in the current model.
Lexus also revised the suspension, steering and braking systems, aiming for more stable handling and a more comfortable ride.
The changes were tested at Toyota's development centre in Japan, as well as at Germany's Nürburgring and on nearby roads.
Sales are planned to start in regions worldwide from late 2026, while real-world comparisons of the new model's ride and quietness are still to come.
Lexus unveiled a heavily revised NX SUV on September 1, 2026, with changes to its hybrid system, body structure, suspension and design.
The revised body has about 25% greater floor rigidity and about 30% greater suspension-tower rigidity than the previous model.
The NX450h+ plug-in hybrid has a new battery with 8% more output and 30% more capacity, while its Japan-market EV range is provisionally stated as 140 km.
Lexus says the revisions aim to improve fuel economy, performance, handling, ride comfort and cabin quietness.
The new NX is scheduled to go on sale in regions around the world from late 2026, with Japanese-market pricing not yet announced.
- Who
- Lexus unveiled the revised NX SUV.
- What
- The SUV received extensive changes, including an upgraded hybrid system, reinforced body, revised suspension and updated interior and exterior.
- When
- It was unveiled on September 1, 2026. Sales are scheduled to begin from late 2026.
- Where
- The model was unveiled globally; it was developed and tested at Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama and at the Nürburgring and surrounding roads.
- Why
- Lexus said the changes were intended to adapt the NX to the electrification era and improve performance, comfort and everyday usability.
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The first-generation NX debuted.
The current second-generation NX was introduced.
Lexus unveiled the extensively revised NX worldwide.
Lexus plans to launch the new NX in regions around the world.
- World premiere
- September 1, 2026
- Floor rigidity
- About 25% higher than the previous model
- Suspension-tower rigidity
- About 30% higher than the previous model
- NX450h+ battery output
- 8% higher
- NX450h+ battery capacity
- 30% higher
- NX450h+ Japan-market EV range
- 140 km, provisional value
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Lexus also says that the body reinforcement has improved not only handling performance, but also ride comfort and reduced road noise.
This time, the NX has not merely had its life extended with a major improvement.
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