Aug 14, 2020
Silver 2021 Lexus NX Front Exterior at a Beach at Dusk

2021 Lexus NX Release Date and Design Specs 

Are you looking for a spirited luxury crossover? The 2020 Lexus NX is a popular option in the compact luxury crossover class that is a fan favorite at Earnhardt Lexus. Drivers in search of the latest and the greatest from the Lexus luxury brand may love what the 2021 Lexus NX brings to the table. Learn more about the updates and changes to the Lexus NX with this guide to the 2021 Lexus NX release date and design specs created by Earnhardt Lexus. 


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When Will the 2021 Lexus NX Be Available in Phoenix AZ? 

Do you have your heart set on the Lexus NX? You can expect the 2021 Lexus NX to arrive at Earnhardt Lexus in the summer of 2020. When it arrives, it will be available in three standard trim levels – NX 300, NX 300 F Sport and NX 300 Luxury – with a price tag that starts at $37,510. The 2021 Lexus NX Hybrid follows suit with a trio of models – NX 300h, NX 300h Luxury AWD and NX 300h F Sport AWD Black Line Special Edition – with a base MSRP of $40,060.  

Silver 2021 Lexus NX Rear Exterior at Dusk
2021 Lexus NX Front Seat Interior

What Are the 2021 Lexus NX Engine Options and Features? 

Armed with a lightweight, high-strength platform and available Adaptive Variable Suspension System, the 2021 Lexus NX will deliver world-class performance. Gas-powered Lexus NX models are powered by a 235-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that is married to a six-speed automatic transmission with Torque Demand technology and will earn 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. The 2021 Lexus NX Hybrid boasts best-in-class fuel economy with a 194-horsepower 2.5-liter Lexus Hybrid System that will make 33 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. All-wheel drive is available to upgrade performance.  

Technology is a hallmark of the 2021 Lexus NX and it starts with standard Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 technology and an 8-inch Lexus Enform touchscreen infotainment system with access to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Lexus Enform Wi-Fi. To upgrade safety, the 2021 Lexus NX will add standard Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Additional upgrades to the Lexus NX equipment list include a 10.3-inch Lexus Navigation touchscreen infotainment system, premium leather interior, a power sunroof and a brand-new 14-speaker Mark Levinson® sound system.  


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Find out how the popular Lexus NX crossover has been updated with this guide to the 2021 Lexus NX release date and design specs. Keep an eye on the Earnhardt Lexus online inventory for the arrival of the 2021 Lexus NX at the dealership later this year!