By Peter Fitch, January 20, 2015
Lexus have shoehorned their all new 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine into the NX, which has to be one of the sharpest looking SUVs on the market right now.
The Lexus NX 200t is available only in F-Sport trim with AWD, this limitation of trim choice is described as being “exclusive” by the marketeers.
Toyota are very proud of their all new, in-house developed 2.-0-litre direct injection turbocharged unit.

Maximum power of 235bhp is produced between 4,800 and 5,600rpm, with peak torque of 350Nm delivered at 1,650rpm while CO
2 emissions and fuel consumption are 183g/km and 35.8mpg respectively.
The NX 200t will feature a Dynamic Torque Control all-wheel drive system, which maximises traction and cornering stability, while returning improved fuel efficiency. F Sport performance suspension and dampers are fitted as standard. Adaptive Variable Suspension is an optional extra.
Exterior styling details include a deeper bumper with a metallic coated lower section, black finish to the door mirrors and 18-inch, 10 spoke alloy wheels. Eight colours are available, Sonic Titanium is the most popular at the moment say Lexus.

The interior is mostly dominated by the standard-fit leather seats which are available either in Black or Dark Rose, an option available only to the F-Sport models.
This being a Lexus expect to have a comprehensive equipment list, yes LED headlights and fog lamps are there and the obligatory eight-speaker audio system, DAB, YABA-DABA-DOO. Its all there.
And it ought to be because this being a Lexus expect it to cost £38,095 when you order one, first deliveries are expected by March.