2021 Lexus NX 300 F Sport Review by Mark Fulmer

Creature Comforts with Power to Spare

by Mark Fulmer
The Auto Channel

The 2021 NX F SPORT gets its name from the performance systems that include dynamic handling and enhanced responsiveness, front and rear dampers, and a sport-tuned suspension. If that's not enough there is also an available Adaptive Variable Suspension can automatically adapt to changing conditions. The icing on this cake is Lexus reliability, style, and comfort.

The NX power plant is a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 creating 235 hp/ 258 lb-ft to the front wheels via a 6-Speed automatic transmission. By means of intelligent weight management, the low end torque is strong on take-offs and mid range speeds (where it's most needed) and when coupled with a handful of select-able driving modes makes for a confident driving experience, environmental adaption, and improved fuel economy.

Lexus does safety quite well. With a large selection of standard and optional systems you can customize your 300 to meet your needs and the challenges of your driving environments which include clueless drivers in part due to the disappearance of Drivers Ed and Drivers Training in our public schools. Safety features for 2021 include:

Vehicle Stability Control
Post-Collision Safety System
Lane Departure Warning System
Cornering triple beam LED headlamps and LED fog lamps
Hill Start Assist control
Tire Pressure Monitor System
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines
Lexus Enform Safety Connect

The comfort features are also extensive:

Dual-zone automatic climate control with air filtration unit
Leather-wrapped heated steering wheel
Perforated leather upholstery
Power tilt and telescopic steering
10-way adjustable driver seat and 8-way adjustable front passenger seat
60/40 split-folding rear seats
Heated and ventilated front seats
10.3-inch split screen infotainment display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Amazon Alexa integration
8-Speaker standard audio system
Mark Levinson premium audio system with 14-speakers
Intuitive remote touchpad
Integrated Wi-Fi with 4 GB/ 3-month trial

And finally, The NX is also makes for a very cool "Trunk-or-Treat" beast, just ask "Baby Yoda" !