Lexus NX300 Trademark Application Hints at Possible V6 Model
The Lexus NX family could be getting an additional model that has more power.
A recent trademark application has been filed by the Japanese luxury automaker for Lexus NX300, hinting that Lexus plans to add a naturally aspirated V6 model to the lineup. The trademark application was filed on March 25 for use on “automobiles and structural parts.”
The Lexus NX currently only comes in two flavors: NX200t and NX300h. If the Lexus NX300 heads to production, it would likely slot between the turbocharged four-cylinder offering and the hybrid variant.
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As for powerplants, Lexus would likely use the 3.5-liter V6 engine found in the IS300. For the sedan, the powerplant generates 255 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque, about a 10-percent increase in performance compared to the NX200t’s 235 hp. The Lexus NX300h features a 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid powertrain with a total system output of 194 hp.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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A normally-aspirated non-hybrid V6 NX sounds like a retrograde step for Lexus, and possibly like a regional US and/or China model. An NX450h would be a better proposition, using the RX drivetrain, probably with better performance and fuel economy. A plug-in version would be better still. I haven't checked to see if NX450h has been trademarked!