MPGTerminal
51/100
2017Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDRegular

2017 Lexus NX 300h AWD

EPA ID: 38287
33
City MPG
31
Combined MPG
31MPG· Excellent
30
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2017 Lexus NX 300h AWD achieves an EPA-estimated 31 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 33 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (av-s6), this small sport utility vehicle 4wd features All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2017 NX 300h AWD produces approximately 281 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this NX 300h AWD performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,950, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,000 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine2.5L 4-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S6)
Drive TypeAll-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions281 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score7/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$1,950
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,000

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

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Your Real MPG
31.6
Impact vs EPA
$-31
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$628/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$19,404
51.5%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$8,468
22.5%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,422
25.0%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.1%
Total 5-Year Cost$37,694

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$1,950
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $1,000

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City33 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined31 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

56.2 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 70 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 4.7 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.