Is the 2015 Lexus NX 200t Just a Fancier Rav4? - Business 2 Community

A fuel economy of 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway average out to a combined 25 mpg for the Lexus NX 200t. In all three driving modes, it falls short of other SUVs in its class, getting 1 mpg fewer in the city and combined, and 2 mpg fewer on the... There is one bright spot: the NX 200t has a 1. 4 percent better city range (350 miles) than others in its class. Given an average of 15,000 miles driven annually (split 55 percent city driving and 45 percent highway), drivers will need to budget about $2,220 per year at an average gas price of $3. 70 per gallon. 2015 Lexus NX 200t Horsepower and Torque. The NX 200t might sport a front-wheel drive, automatic transmission, but its performance potential comes close to that of other rear-wheel counterparts. 2015 Lexus NX 200t Power-to-Weight Ratio. Thankfully, because of its small frame, the NX 200t’s power-to-weight ratio is 16. 8, pulling 1. 6 fewer pounds per horsepower over others in its class. Due to its weight, power and premium construction, the NX 200t can tow up to 2,000 pounds—a conventional amount for an SUV of its type. 2015 Lexus NX 200t Curb Weight. Source: www.business2community.com