New Lexus NX for Sale nearPerry, IA

How much does the Lexus NX cost in today's market?

Used Lexus NX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lexus NX's current nationwide average price is $32,998, and its lowest point over the past year was $29,873. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lexus NX a good car?

Yes — the Lexus NX is a strong used pick if you want a stylish compact luxury SUV with a premium feel and a long-running reputation for reliability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the NX for its stylish design, comfortable interior, and smooth ride, and many also highlight its safety features and dependable ownership experience. The model’s broad powertrain range and upscale cabin are recurring strengths that help it appeal to a wide range of shoppers.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2026 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a ride that can feel firm or unsettled, a cabin that can seem tight in some versions, and a driving experience that is less engaging than some rivals. Still, the NX’s mix of comfort, safety, and efficiency makes it a compelling choice for many used buyers.

36.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus NX models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Lexus NX for its comfort, stylish design, and dependable day-to-day ownership experience. Across the model line, reviews also point to a premium-feeling cabin and strong safety appeal.

• Owners rate the Lexus NX between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks reassuring, especially if you prioritize a premium SUV with a strong reputation for durability.

What should I look for when buying a used Lexus NX?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Lexus Safety System+ 3.0
• Infotainment: 9.8-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity

Which Lexus NX trim should I buy?

The 2026 Lexus NX offers these trims:

• NX 350: The non-hybrid NX 350 uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard AWD.
• NX 350h Premium: This trim adds heated and ventilated front seats and a power-adjustable steering column, making it a strong value if you want a more comfortable daily driver.
• NX 350h Luxury: This trim adds leather upholstery for a more upscale cabin.
• NX 350h F Sport Handling: This trim adds adaptive dampers, black 20-inch wheels, a different front fascia, black roof rails, and black window framing.
• NX 450h+ Premium: This plug-in hybrid trim lowers the AWD plug-in hybrid’s starting price and adds the Premium equipment set.
• NX 450h+ Luxury: This trim adds the Luxury equipment set to the plug-in hybrid.
• NX 450h+ F Sport Handling: This trim adds adaptive dampers, black 20-inch wheels, a different front fascia, black roof rails, and black window framing to the plug-in hybrid.

What Lexus NX do most buyers choose?

The Lexus NX years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume model years tend to be popular because they combine newer features, broad availability, and strong deal shares. More listings also give you more room to compare prices, trims, and equipment before you buy.

What is the Lexus NX's resale value?

Most Lexus NX model years are showing lower prices than a year ago, which is good news if you’re shopping used. The declines are generally modest, with only one year posting a small increase, so the overall pattern points to a market that has softened rather than surged.

The 2016, 2017, and 2021 model years are holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2017, 2016, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Lexus NX safe?

• 2026: 8/10
• 2022: 10/10
• 2021: 7/10
• 2015: 8/10

Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 is standard on the 2026 NX and includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, and traffic-sign recognition.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Lexus NX now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −3.4% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −3.27%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 38% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 38%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $42,780. The Lexus NX offers a distinctive design and a premium cabin that help it feel special in everyday use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The NX 350 uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine generating 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, while the NX 350h is rated at 40 mpg combined (42 mpg city, 38 mpg highway) with FWD.
• Tech: All 2026 Lexus NX models come standard with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, and six USB ports.
• Safety: The standard Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, and traffic-sign recognition.
• Starting price: The cheapest 2026 Lexus NX model is the FWD NX 350h, which starts at $45,470 with the mandatory $1,295 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Lexus NX compare to the 2023 Toyota RAV4?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.