Lexus NX 300 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Lexus NX 300 model year from 2015 to 2021 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the NX 300 has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2016 (up to 32 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Lexus NX 300 fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 24–31 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $27,682 | 35 listings |
| 2020 | 24–31 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $24,212 | 38 listings |
| 2019 | 24–31 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $24,974 | 96 listings |
| 2018 | 24–31 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $20,463 | 10 listings |
| 2017 | 31 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2016 | 31–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2015 | 31–32 MPG | 2.5L 4-cyl | — | — |
2021 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2021 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 31 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $27,682 on VehiSales (35 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
| NX 300 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD F Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 27 | 24 MPG |
2020 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2020 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 31 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $24,212 on VehiSales (38 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
| NX 300 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD F Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 27 | 24 MPG |
2019 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2019 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 31 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $24,974 on VehiSales (96 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
| NX 300 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD F Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 27 | 24 MPG |
2018 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2018 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 31 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $20,463 on VehiSales (10 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
| NX 300 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD F Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 27 | 24 MPG |
| NX 300 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Premium | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2017 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2017 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 1 version (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 31 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
2016 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2016 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 31 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 34 | 30 | 32 MPG |
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
2015 Lexus NX 300: engines & MPG
The 2015 NX 300 was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 31 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX 300h | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 34 | 30 | 32 MPG |
| NX 300h AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S6) | Regular | 33 | 30 | 31 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Lexus NX 300 get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the NX 300 range from 31 to 32 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2016 model year.
What engines does the 2021 Lexus NX 300 have?
The 2021 NX 300 was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl engines — see the 2021 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Lexus NX 300 require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists regular gasoline and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric NX 300?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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