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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Hybrid |
| Base Price | $33,394–$43,501 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2016 Lexus NX Hybrid at 7.9/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this hybrid. Its strongest dimension is Technology at 8.9/10, while Performance at 6.9/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 7.8/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The safety score of 7.6/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 6.9/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. The cabin tech earns 8.9/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $33,394–$43,501, 31 MPG, seating 5, the Lexus NX Hybrid sits in the mid-market bracket of the hybrid segment. Value is where it presses its advantage — 8.8/10, meaning the feature set and quality outrun the asking price. At 10 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: The 2016 Lexus NX Hybrid is a solid, well-rounded hybrid that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is performance — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2016 Lexus NX Hybrid ranks #111 of 135 hybrids in the Carivo database — better than 19% of the segment. Its 7.9/10 overall score is 0.3 points below the segment average of 8.2/10. Its $33,394 starting price is about 6% above the segment's median of $31,584.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Hybrid ranking →
Across the NX Hybrid model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8.4/10 | $45,258 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 8.3/10 | $43,940 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.3/10 | $42,621 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.1/10 | $41,303 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.2/10 | $39,985 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.2/10 | $38,667 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.1/10 | $37,349 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 8.0/10 | $36,030 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 8.0/10 | $34,712 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 7.9/10 | $33,394 | |
| 2015 | 7.9/10 | $32,076 | Read review → |
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