Lexus strikes at the Mercedes GLC with a hybrid SUV as reliable as a Toyota and €7,400 off
Lexus has dealt a hard blow to the Mercedes GLC by putting one of its star models on sale. A hybrid SUV as reliable as a Toyota that is now available with €7,400 off and standard equipment that will surprise you. And not only is it reliable, it also consumes little and boasts nearly 200 hp.
The star model of Lexus has delivered a direct hit to one of its main rivals. The Mercedes GLC is in trouble after the promotion launched by the Japanese manufacturer for its best-selling vehicle in the Spanish market. The Lexus NX not only boasts the reliability one would expect from, for example, a Toyota RAV4. It also stands out for its efficiency and performance.
With a competitive price, the Lexus SUV is determined to establish itself as the benchmark in its category. Especially now that, as we will see throughout this article, the NX is on sale with €7,400 off. Let's get into the details.
The Lexus NX puts the Mercedes GLC in trouble with this offer
Lexus has structured the NX range into the Premium+, Executive+, F Sport, and Luxury trim levels. The version on sale is associated with the Premium+ trim. Despite being the entry-level model, it comes with a wide range of equipment. Here’s a review of the most notable standard equipment:
Lexus NX 350h Premium+ Equipment
- Multiple airbags (front, knee for the driver, side, and curtain)
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- LED daytime running lights
- LED rear light clusters
- LED fog lights
- Automatic high beams
- Automatic light activation and rain sensor
- Silver roof rails
- Electrically adjustable and foldable exterior mirrors with heating
- Interior rearview mirror with automatic anti-glare function
- Instrument cluster with 7-inch multi-information TFT display
- Infotainment system with 14-inch touchscreen
- Connected 3D navigation
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- USB connection
- Digital radio
- Bluetooth
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Power windows
- Electric parking brake
- Keyless entry and start system
- Remote central locking
- Ambient lighting system
- Tahara leather upholstery
- Front center armrest
- Heated and height-adjustable front seats
- Adjustable multifunction steering wheel
- Electric tailgate
- Driving mode selector
- Adaptive cruise control and speed limiter
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Rearview camera
- Hill start assist
- Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection
- Blind spot detection
- Lane departure assist
- Traffic sign recognition
- Rear cross-traffic alert and braking
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Emergency call system e-Call
The hybrid HEV engine of the Lexus NX 350h on sale with ECO label
If we take a look under the hood of the NX on sale, we will find a self-recharging hybrid (HEV) propulsion system. A powertrain composed of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and an electric motor. It delivers a power of 197 hp. It is managed through an e-CVT automatic transmission and a front-wheel drive system.
Video test of the Lexus NX 350h
It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 190 km/h. It has an average fuel consumption of 5.8 liters per 100 kilometers and CO2 emissions of 132 g/km according to the WLTP cycle. Thanks to a lithium-ion battery, it can operate in electric mode in certain situations and for a specific period of time. As it is a hybrid car, it displays the ECO environmental label from the DGT with the mobility advantages that this entails.
€7,400 off for the Lexus NX
It’s time to talk about prices. How much does the version of the NX analyzed in this article cost? The Lexus SUV, with Premium+ trim and 350h engine, is on sale at Spanish dealerships for €57,922. A price that does not include any type of promotion or offer. However, if you delve into the new cars section of Motor.es you will discover a significant discount.
SEE LEXUS NX OFFERThe available discount reaches €7,402. Therefore, if you opt for the current offer, we will find a final sale price of €50,520.
Note: Offer subject to availability and financing. It has no contractual value. The images illustrating this article do not show the Lexus NX 350h with Premium+ trim.