New Lexus NX 2014 pictures

The Lexus NX is a heavily-designed&nbsp;<span id="itxthook0p"><span id="itxthook0w">crossover SUV&nbsp;</span></span>designed to rival the&nbsp;BMW X3,&nbsp;Audi Q5&nbsp;and&nbsp;Range Rover Evoque.

<span>The NX is available with a 2.0-litre petrol and 2.5-litre petrol-electric hybrid engine, with no diesel option available.</span>

<span>&nbsp;Entry-level S versions of the NX are front-wheel drive only, while all other versions get a four-wheel drive layout.</span>

<span>The driving experience in the Lexus NX is something of a mixed bag. The firm suspension in town does improve on the motorway, but the NX lacks the level of composure and feedback available from its rivals such as the X3.</span>

<span>The CVT automatic gearbox and hybrid powerplant does not make for smooth progress in the NX. The petrol-only NX 200t will better serve buyers looking for a more conventional driving experience.&nbsp;</span>

<span>All versions of the NX get alloy wheels, automatic wipers and LED dipped beam headlamps.</span>

<span>Inside the NX, the driver has a commanding view of the road ahead, as well as a wide range of seat and wheel adjustment.</span>

The sloping roofline on the NX means the rear passengers don't get as much headroom as they would if sat in the Lexus' rivals. The flat floor is a bonus for the middle passenger as their feet won't be obstructed by a transmission tunne

<span>Boot capacity is a rather cramped 475-litres, but access is easy with F Sport models and above coming with a powered tailgate.</span>

<span>Inside the angular theme is less apparent than the exterior but in typical Lexus fashion, the materials are pleasing with a tight fit and finish.</span>

<span>The 6.2-inch infotainment screen in the NX can be controlled but a&nbsp;touchpad control sited by the gearlever.</span>

<span>Despite its four-wheel drive comfiguration, the Lexus has limited off-road ability. Unlike its rivals, the NX’s transmission can’t be engaged permanently, there<span>&nbsp;is no hill descent control or the option to configure the