2026 Lexus NX Unveils Versatile Updates: New Powertrains, Enhanced Features, and Striking Colors
Lexus has added Premium grade to the plug-in hybrid NX 450h+, offering a more affordable entry point for buyers interested in the brand’s most advanced electrified SUV. For user convenience and practicality, the NX 450h+ models will now be equipped with dual-voltage charging cables, supporting both Level 1 and Level 2 charging.
By Suraj on 29-Aug-2025 05:18 PM
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Lexus has introduced a series of thoughtful updates in the 2026 Lexus NX to expand its versatility and broaden its appeal to global customers. The Lexus NX has already been one of the brand’s most popular luxury crossovers, now offering new drivetrain options, additional trim levels, fresh exterior colors, and enhanced charging capability for plug-in models.
2026 Lexus NX Gets Expanded Lineup & New Powertrain Option
One of the major changes for the 2026 model year Lexus has made is the expansion of the NX 350h hybrid, which is now available in FWD and AWD options. This addition will make the Lexus NX crossover more practical and accessible for customers looking for efficiency and value over the AWD model.
Additionally, the sporty F SPORT Handling grade is now available across all powertrain options, including hybrid models, providing customers with more flexibility to select the vehicle’s performance according to their driving requirements.
Moreover, Lexus has added Premium grade to the plug-in hybrid NX 450h+, offering a more affordable entry point for buyers interested in the brand’s most advanced electrified SUV. For user convenience and practicality, the NX 450h+ models will now be equipped with dual-voltage charging cables, supporting both Level 1 and Level 2 charging.
In terms of powertrain, the NX 350 AWD models are powered by a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine capable of delivering 275 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, which is paired with an eight-speed transmission. The NX 350 AWD can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds and deliver an EPA-estimated 24 MPG combined.
On the other hand, the NX 350h (FWD/AWD) models are equipped with a hybrid powertrain system, delivering a combined power output of 240 hp. While the AWD configuration in the NX 350h offers a combined 39 MPG, the FWD models achieve a combined 40 MPG.
The top-end NX 450h+ (AWD) model features a plug-in hybrid setup under the hood, promising up to 60 km of pure electric range and an estimated 84 MPGe combined fuel economy. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6 seconds and can be fully charged in 3 hours using a 240V outlet.
2026 Lexus NX Exterior Design & Interior Feature Updates
The new Lexus NX has been introduced in two new exterior color options: Infrared, available across all grades, and Ultra White, now offered more widely throughout the lineup. Depending on the grade the customers select, the NX offers eight different premium paint finishes and is available with either 18-inch or 20-inch premium alloy wheels.
Inside the cabin is a driver-focused cockpit design that features NuLuxe or leather seating in Black, Palomino, Rioja Red, and Macadamia. The interior features several premium touches that enhance its appeal and class, including Thematic Ambient Illumination with 14 selectable moods, a moonroof or panoramic roof, and an optional Mark Levinson audio system.
For performance-focused luxury car buyers, the F SPORT Handling grade is available, featuring Adaptive Variable Suspension, performance dampers, bolstered sport seats, a sport steering wheel, and exclusive trim accents. In terms of exterior upgrades, the Sport grade trim features 20-inch black alloy wheels, a bold mesh grille, and black roof rails, all of which contribute to a more aggressive stance on the road.
Lexus has equipped the 2026 NX crossover SUV with the Lexus Interface, featuring a standard 9.8-inch touchscreen or an optional 14-inch touchscreen, along with cloud navigation, intelligent assist, and a digital key feature. The vehicle also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an Advanced Park driver assistance system, and Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, which comprises a pre-collision system, lane tracing assist, and dynamic radar cruise control.
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2026 Subaru Outback Revealed: Enhanced Design, Safety, and Performance for Adventurers
The new Outback is equipped with the newest generation of EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which now features three forward-facing cameras and radar sensors for enhanced object detection capabilities.
By Suraj on 29-Aug-2025 11:44 AM
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Subaru has officially revealed the all-new 2026 Outback at the 2025 New York International Auto Show, showcasing the seventh generation of SUV and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the nameplate. Subaru Outback has been known for its rugged capability and adventurous spirit, generating sales of over 3 million units in the US alone.
For the 2026 model year, Subaru has made several updates to make the Outback SUV even more commanding, offering Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, a more practical design, and rugged utility. It also incorporates bold new styling, upgraded technology, advanced safety features, and increased comfort compared to previous generations. Scheduled to arrive in the showroom in late 2025, the new Outback will be available in six trims: Premium, Limited, Touring, Limited XT, Touring XT, and Wilderness.
Adventure-Friendly Exterior Design
The exterior of the 2026 Subaru Outback has undergone a complete redesign to give it a stronger and more rugged profile. It gets a larger grille, upright front fascia, and vertically stacked headlights. On the side, it maintains a boxier silhouette and wider rear roof pillars for durability, while standard raised roof rails add to its 800-pound static load capacity.
On the rear, the SUV features a steeper rear glass angle for increased cargo room and also boasts a new taillight design that further enhances its wide stance. The availability of scratch-resistant cladding ensures protection during off-road adventures.
Upgraded & Practical Interior
Subaru has made significant upgrades to the 2026 Outback SUV’s cabin, featuring a clean dashboard layout with premium materials and eco-friendly touches. The automaker has stated that interior components, such as headliner inserts, are made from recycled plastic bottles. Additionally, the new Outback is more spacious than previous models, offering 34.6 cubic feet of cargo space and increased headroom for all passengers. Features such as utility hooks, a configurable tonneau cover, and wider bottle holders make it both functional and practical.
To make the long-distance journey more comfortable, Subaru has introduced new low-fatigue seats. In terms of technology, the all-new 12.1-inch Subaru Multimedia touchscreen and a 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster are featured, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as an upgraded hybrid navigation system that combines cloud-based and onboard data for quick and accurate routing.
Drivers also have the option to rely on cloud-based voice recognition for hands-free controls. The updated digital cluster provides multiple views, including Calm Mode to minimize distraction and a map-focused display for navigation.
2026 Subaru Outback Safety Features
The new Outback is equipped with the newest generation of EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which now features three forward-facing cameras and radar sensors for enhanced object detection capabilities. The upgraded safety suite includes emergency stop assist with safe lane selection, hands-free highway assist, pre-curve speed control, a wide-angle camera, and haptic steering wheel feedback.
New Subaru Powertrain & Performance
To maintain its adventurous DNA, the 2026 Subaru Outback features 8.7 inches of ground clearance, with a higher figure on the Wilderness trim. It offers two engine options: a 2.5-liter Boxer engine that produces 180 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer engine (offered in XT and Wilderness trims) that produces 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. Both engine options are paired with Lineartronic CVT, an 8-speed manual shift model, and Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.
There is also an updated X-MODE system that can be toggled through the steering wheel, as well as an upgraded AWD system for improved traction and cornering. For sharper handling, Subaru has borrowed the steering setup from its WRX. For the first time, the automaker has offered 19-inch wheels on select trims, while the Wilderness trim gets 17-inch wheels with chunky all-terrain tyres.
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