How many miles per gallon does a 2024 Lexus NX 350h get?
Approximately 38 miles per gallon combined, per EPA estimates for the 2024 NX 350h. The exact figure depends on drivetrain and driving conditions.
To understand what that means for buyers, this article breaks down the official EPA fuel-economy figures by drivetrain, explains how real-world results can vary, and places the NX 350h in the context of its compact-SUV hybrid peers.
EPA fuel economy by drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Before listing the numbers, note that the following figures reflect the EPA estimates for the FWD NX 350h. Real-world results can differ based on driving style, cargo, and weather conditions.
- City: 39 mpg
- Highway: 37 mpg
- Combined: 38 mpg
These figures suggest strong urban efficiency for the NX 350h in its FWD configuration, with highway performance that remains respectable for a compact luxury crossover.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Before listing the numbers, note that the following figures reflect the EPA estimates for the AWD NX 350h. Real-world results can differ based on driving style, cargo, and weather conditions.
- City: 37 mpg
- Highway: 35 mpg
- Combined: 36 mpg
With AWD, the NX 350h trades a small amount of efficiency for enhanced traction and stability, particularly in adverse weather or on uneven terrain.
Context and comparisons
Fuel economy for hybrids often varies with driving conditions. In city driving, where hybrids typically leverage electric assistance more, the NX 350h tends to punch above its weight—hence the higher city MPG figures. On the highway, aerodynamic drag and weight dampen the advantage, which is reflected in the AWD numbers being modestly lower than the FWD figures.
When comparing to rivals in the compact-luxury and family-SUV space, the NX 350h sits in the mid-to-upper range for hybrid efficiency, especially in the FWD configuration. Real-world mileage can differ from EPA estimates by several miles per gallon depending on how the vehicle is driven and the conditions.
What to expect in daily driving
In daily commuting and mixed-use trips, many drivers report fuel economy close to the EPA combined figure, with the potential to approach or exceed it in favorable conditions (light traffic, steady highway speeds, moderate cargo). Aggressive acceleration, frequent short trips, or very cold starts typically reduce average mpg.
Summary
The 2024 Lexus NX 350h offers competitive hybrid efficiency for its class, with EPA estimates around 38 mpg combined in FWD form and about 36 mpg combined with AWD. Buyers should expect city driving to yield the highest mpg among the routes, while highway performance will be slightly lower, particularly with AWD. As always, real-world mileage will vary with load, weather, and driving habits.
