Updated on January 15, 2025

2021 Lexus NX 300 F Sport

The 2021 Lexus NX 300 F Sport model features a 2.0L turbo Inline-4 engine with 235 hp and 258 lb-ft of power and torque. The SUV's 0-60 mph sprint time is 7.1 seconds, which is 0.2 seconds slower than Car and Driver’s claim.

2020 Lexus NX 300 (base spec)

The 2020 Lexus NX 300 base variant displayed a 7.2-second timing on the 0-60 mph test, identical to Edmunds’ claim. As for the engine specs, the SUV draws power from the 235-hp turbo I-4 engine which comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

2020 Lexus NX 300 F Sport

Powered by a 235-hp turbo 4-cylinder setup, the 2020 Lexus NX 300 F Sport takes 7.2 seconds to hit the 60 mph mark from a standstill. Meanwhile, Car and Driver claims the timing to be 6.9 seconds.

2019 Lexus NX 300 (base spec)

The 2019 Lexus NX 300 base spec can go from 0-60 mph in just 7.2 seconds, which is 0.1 seconds quicker than Edmunds’ official claim. As for the powertrain, the car generates a total of 235 horsepower, courtesy of the 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine.

Model Name

Published 0-60 mph

Real World User 0-60 mph

2021 Lexus NX 300 F Sport

6.9 seconds (C&D)

7.1 seconds

2020 Lexus NX 300 (base spec)

7.2 seconds (Edmunds)

7.2 seconds

2020 Lexus NX 300 F Sport

6.9 seconds (C&D)

7.2 seconds

2019 Lexus NX 300 (base spec)

7.3 seconds (Edmunds)

7.2 seconds

Lexus NX 300

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.2 sec124 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.2 sec124 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.2 sec124 mph
    2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 6A7.2 sec124 mph

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare

    Base

    Ranked #1

    2.0L 4cyl AWD 6A7 sec15.8 sec124 mph

    F Sport

    Ranked #1

    2.0L 4cyl AWD 6A7 sec--

    Luxury

    Ranked #1

    2.0L 4cyl AWD 6A7 sec15.8 sec124 mph

    Base

    Ranked #2

    2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.2 sec15.7 sec124 mph

    F Sport

    Ranked #2

    2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.2 sec--

    Luxury

    Ranked #2

    2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A7.2 sec15.7 sec124 mph

    Competitor's 0-60

      Car Name
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      SourceCompare
      7.2 sec15.7 sec124 mph
      2021 Audi Q5

      Ranked #1

      5.7 sec14.7 sec130 mph
      2021 BMW X4

      Ranked #2

      6 sec15.1 sec130 mph
      6.1 sec14.9 sec-
      2021 BMW X3

      Ranked #4

      6.2 sec14.9 sec126 mph
      6.3 sec14.8 sec140 mph

      Other Lexus Cars

        Car Name
        Engine
        0-60 MPH
        Top Speed
        SourceCompare
        5.0L 8cyl 8A4 sec-
        5.0L 8cyl 10A4.4 sec-
        3.5L 6cyl Turbo 10A4.6 sec-
        3.5L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid CVT5.4 sec-
        3.5L 6cyl 8A5.6 sec-
        3.5L 6cyl 8A5.8 sec-

        At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.