Lexus has launch NX Premium SE on the Canadian
market. Carrying a
CA$ 47,325 (US$ 35,840) starting price, it arrives at local dealers this
month and comes in limited quantities, although the automaker doesn’t say how
many will be produced.
All of them carry a glossy look for the grille, and
side mirror casings, 18-inch black aluminum alloy wheels with a unique pattern,
and are offered in two colors: white pearl and atomic silver.
The NX benefits from all the upgrades found on the 200t Premium package.
These include the LED headlights and tail lamps, power-adjustable and heated
steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, power tilt/slide moon roof,
dual-zone climate control, smart key with push-button start, and Drive Mode
Select, with three settings - Eco, Normal and Sport.
Building upon the 200t model means that the special
edition Lexus SX uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It delivers 235 horses
and 350 Nm of torque, and is mated to a six-speed automatic
transmission, with lock-up torque converter. It consumes
an average 9.9 l/100 km (23.76 US mpg).