2022 Lexus NX F SPORT Handling
All photo credits
- Photo: 2023 Lexus NX 450h, front 4.5.23 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: LEXUS NX350h China (20) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: LEXUS NX350h China (22) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Lexus NX 450h, rear 4.5.23 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus NX 350h F SPORT 2WD (6AA-AAZH20-AWXLB(F)) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2022 Lexus NX F SPORT Handling is a 275-hp 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-4 SUV with an 8-speed automatic ect-i and all-wheel drive. It starts at $47,050 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 275 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 317 lb-ft of torque at 1700-3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The NX measures 183.5 inches long on a 105.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,035 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $47,050 |
| MSRP with Destination | $48,125 |
| Destination Charge | $1,075 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | T24A-FTS I4 2.4L turbocharged DOHC 16-valve, Chain Drive, aluminum block and heads, intercooler |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft @ 1700-3600 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Injection Type | D-4ST (Direct + Port Injection, turbo) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (full-time all-weather) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic ECT-i (U81F) with paddle shifters |
| 1st Gear | 5.519 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.184 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.05 |
| 4th Gear | 1.491 |
| 5th Gear | 1.234 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.8 |
| 8th Gear | 0.673 |
| Reverse | 4.22 |
| Final Drive | 3.329 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium 91-octane unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 14.53 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut type independent suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Trailing arm type double wishbone independent suspension |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.91 in ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.48 in ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in alloy (standard) |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in alloy (standard) |
| Tires Front | 235/60R18 (standard) |
| Tires Rear | 235/60R18 (standard) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.5 in |
| Width | 73.4 in |
| Height | 65.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.9 in |
| Front Track | 63.2 in |
| Rear Track | 64 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.7 in |
| Approach Angle | 16° |
| Departure Angle | 25° |
| Cargo Volume | 22.7 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,035 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 54 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.5 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Lexus NX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 18, 2026 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lexus NX350, NX250, 2023-2026 RX350, and 2024-2026 TX350 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB02 and 26LA02.
NHTSA campaign 26V162000
Oct 30, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
NHTSA campaign 25V744000
16 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2022 Lexus NX
Owner Complaints
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Lexus NX (3 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 LEXUS NX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.