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Lexus NX 350h EX

Price in Durban, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Second-generation Lexus NX mid-size luxury SUV Current version Current South African range includes petrol, self-charging hybrid and plug-in-hybrid derivatives Body style SUV
NX NX 350h EX is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power.
ZAR 1,074,200
On-road in
ZAR 1,094,842
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 1,074,200
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,100
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,000
Insurance
ZAR 10,742
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,074,200
Estimated finance from ZAR 18,914/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2500cc (2.5L) Torque:239Nm (176 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:185mm (7.3″) Power:179kW (240 bhp) Boot520L (18.4 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 20.0 km/l (47 mpg)
City 16.2 km/l (38 mpg)
Highway 23.3 km/l (55 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Lexus NX 350h EX in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 18,914
Total Interest
ZAR 274,819
Total Payable
ZAR 1,134,819
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Lexus NX 350h EX

NX NX 350h EX is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power.

The Lexus NX 350h EX is the entry derivative in the South African NX range and is listed at R1 074 200. Output is listed as 179 kW with torque shown as 239 Nm. This NX 350h EX suits a premium family-SUV buyer who wants a manageable footprint and a real choice between petrol, hybrid and plug-in-hybrid ownership who wants the entry point in the range. The Lexus NX 350h EX is a rational entry choice when its R1 074 200 price, 2.5-litre Petrol Hybrid SFI +D-4S, CVT and AWD solve a recurring need. The NX NX 350h EX has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid power and a CVT transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. For a buyer searching the NX NX 350h EX price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A South African price reference of R1,074,200 describes the opportunity; engine of 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid and a power output of 179 kW @ 6000 rpm describe the conditions around it. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh colour availability of White Nova, Sonic Titanium, Solar Storm Red, Poseidon Blue, Graphite Black, Terrane Khaki, Sonic Chrome and Sonic Copper against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. A proper look at the NX NX 350h EX begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, Hybrid power sits beside the base trim, while an active listing sets a practical boundary. The useful starting points are an active listing and a South African price reference of R1,074,200; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for NX NX 350h EX. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for NX NX 350h EX

Lexus NX — Quick Facts

Lexus NX Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
NX 350 F SPORT Flagship Petrol Efficiency12.3 km/l Automatic 8-speed ZAR 1,276,500
NX 450h PHEV Flagship Plug-In Hybrid Efficiency76.9 km/l CVT ZAR 1,428,700
NX 350h F SPORT Flagship Hybrid Efficiency20.0 km/l CVT ZAR 1,277,500
NX 350h SE Top Hybrid Efficiency20.0 km/l CVT ZAR 1,248,000
NX 350h EX Base Hybrid Efficiency20.0 km/l CVT ZAR 1,074,200
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
NX 350 F SPORT Flagship Petrol Efficiency12.3 km/l Automatic 8-speed ZAR 1,276,500
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
NX 450h PHEV Flagship Plug-In Hybrid Efficiency76.9 km/l CVT ZAR 1,428,700
NX 350h F SPORT Flagship Hybrid Efficiency20.0 km/l CVT ZAR 1,277,500
NX 350h SE Top Hybrid Efficiency20.0 km/l CVT ZAR 1,248,000
NX 350h EX Base Hybrid Efficiency20.0 km/l CVT ZAR 1,074,200
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Lexus NX Specifications

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Where the Lexus NX Fits Best

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Who buys this

The NX 350h EX is strongest for a premium family-SUV buyer who wants a manageable footprint and a real choice between petrol, hybrid and plug-in-hybrid ownership. A shopper researching NX NX 350h EX should separate need from showroom appeal. If Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid power solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
Around town, NX NX 350h EX should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an active listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R1,074,200 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
The NX 350h EX should be driven through a merge and overtake with realistic passenger load. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the NX NX 350h EX out with the load it normally carries. A CVT transmission gives context, but a number cannot show how Hybrid power feels on a gradient
Off-Road
Practical fit is equally important: boot space 520 litres; ground clearance 185 mm; braked towing 500 kg. If the NX NX 350h EX will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a South African price reference of R1,074,200 against the stated drivetrain

Lexus NX 350h EX — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

NX NX 350h EX deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

NX NX 350h EX is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid power and accept the limitation represented by the base trim. A fair review of NX NX 350h EX should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of engine of 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid, a power output of 179 kW @ 6000 rpm and a CVT transmission can be valuable for the right driver for NX NX 350h EX. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for NX NX 350h EX. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for NX NX 350h EX

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid
  • ✓Transmission: CVT
  • ✓Fuel type: Hybrid
  • ✓Trim: base
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R1,074,200
  • ✓Engine: 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Hybrid
  • ✓Power output: 179 kW @ 6000 rpm
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for NX NX 350h EX can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for NX NX 350h EX depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written NX NX 350h EX quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate NX NX 350h EX budget.
  • ✕A short NX NX 350h EX test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕NX NX 350h EX capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent NX NX 350h EX grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published NX NX 350h EX figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm NX NX 350h EX stock and support terms.

Lexus NX FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Lexus NX 350h EX is R1,074,200. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises NX 450h PHEV, NX 350h F SPORT, NX 350h SE, NX 350h EX, NX 350 F SPORT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Lexus NX 350h EX is 185 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Lexus NX 350h EX is 2500 cc, with output shown as 179 kW (240 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Lexus NX 350h EX is around 20.0 km/l.

The NX 350h EX is strongest for a premium family-SUV buyer who wants a manageable footprint and a real choice between petrol, hybrid and plug-in-hybrid ownership. A shopper researching NX NX 350h EX should separate need from showroom appeal.

Around town, NX NX 350h EX should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of an active listing becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a South African price reference of R1,074,200 is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or...

The NX 350h EX should be driven through a merge and overtake with realistic passenger load. On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the NX NX 350h EX out with the load it normally carries.

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