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# [2022 Lexus NX 450h+ Is Brand's First Plug-In Hybrid](https://www.carpro.com/blog/lexus-introduces-first-plug-in-hybrid)

 Written by [CarPro](https://www.carpro.com/blog/author/car-pro) | Oct 27, 2021 8:30:00 PM

Lexus is finally joining the PHEV party with the unveiling of its [first-ever plug-in hybrid.](https://pressroom.lexus.com/lexus-charges-ahead-on-electrified-path-with-first-ever-plug-in-hybrid/) It's in the form the all-new 2022 NX 450h+.  The compact luxury crossover is the second electrified NX behind the NX300h hybrid. Two things to know off the top, the plug-in model offers more power than the hybrid-only NX variant and the NX 450h+ also offers the fastest 0 to 60 acceleration of any NX model in the lineup.

#### **NX 450h+**

The new 450h+ delivers 304-horsepower with its plug-in hybrid electric powertrain. That's a sizable jump over the 350h's 240's horsepower.

“The vision is to give Lexus guests a choice in powertrain,” Blickenstaff says. “Different people have different needs. Now, we offer different powertrains to match.”

Toyota says the 450h+ system - that combines a combustion engine and a battery-powered electric motor- achieves the electric vehicle output equivalent to a 2.0-liter turbo engine. It can operate on gasoline or battery power, so it doesn't have to be charged to run.

“It still has a gas tank, and you can drive very far, just like you can in a traditional car. A lot of people think that the main purchase reason for getting an electrified vehicle is the fuel economy,” Blickenstaff says. “I think for the new NX 450h+, it might actually be performance.”

<https://lexus-cms-media.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2022_Lexus_NX_450h_0335-2048x1365.jpg>Credit: Lexus.

#### Range and Charging

The 450h+ offers a manufacturer EPA-estimated 37-mile all-electric range. Toyota says when the newly developed, high-capacity lithium-ion battery combines with the gas engine, the NX 450h+ achieves an impressive 84 MPGe as estimated by the EPA.

Toyota says the 450h+ can reach a full charge in approximately two and a half hours when equipped with the optional 6.6 kW Expedited Onboard Charger and plugged into a 220-volt outlet. For more about electric vehicle charging check out our 2021 EV Guide [here.](https://www.carpro.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-electric-cars)

<https://lexus-cms-media.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2022_Lexus_NX_450h_1541-2048x1365.jpg>Credit: Lexus.

#### Lexus Hybrid Sales

Lexus says its seen sales of its hybrid electric vehicles steadily increase as more guests see the advantage of electrified vehicles.  The RX 400h hybrid model — Lexus’ first luxury electrified model — has sold more than 2 million vehicles since its 2006 debut.

Blickenstaff says “it’s definitely a challenge” when educating the public about the full capabilities of hybrid and plug-in hybrid products.

Lexus says this new chapter also brings Lexus closer to its 2050 carbon neutrality target, an aim to cut carbon dioxide emission in the atmosphere.  

#### Pricing 

No official word on when the new PHEV model will hit the streets, but we do have NX MSRP pricing info to share:

- $37,950 for NX 250 FWD
- $39,550 for NX 250 AWD
- $41,550 for NX 350 AWD
- $41,050 for NX 350h AWD
- $55,560 for NX 450h+ AWD

All prices listed are exclusive of $1,075 delivery, processing and handling fee.

Photo Credit:  Lexus

 

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