Above Average Reliability

2023 Lexus NX Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

AZ20 · 2.5L A25A-FKS I4 (203hp) / 2.5L A25A-FXS Hybrid (239hp) / 2.5L PHEV (302hp) · $40,000 - $54,000

Known Issues — 2023 Lexus NX

MINOR

2.5L A25A-FXS hybrid system fault codes on early production

MINOR

Infotainment software bugs on initial AZ20 rollout

MINOR

PHEV battery range less than advertised in cold weather

MINOR

Pre-collision system sensitivity — occasional false alerts

MINOR

Limited long-term reliability data vs. AZ10 generation

MINOR

Interior panel fit issues on some units

What to Inspect

  • Hybrid battery SoH — request Techstream readout
  • PHEV charging system on plug-in variant
  • Infotainment software version — check for pending updates
  • All ADAS system function
  • Interior panel gaps and fit quality
  • Scan for any stored fault codes

Expected Maintenance Costs

Service Interval Cost
Oil change (synthetic) every 10,000 miles $120-$180
Transmission fluid service every 60,000-100,000 miles $200-$350
Spark plugs (iridium) every 60,000-120,000 miles $200-$320
Brake fluid flush every 3 years $100-$160
Air filter every 30,000 miles $40-$80
Coolant flush every 100,000 miles $150-$250
Hybrid transaxle fluid every 100,000 miles $200-$350

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