Does the 2021 Lexus NX need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$288extra a year
- Premium listed for the 300 FWD.
- Premium: 6 of 9 trims. Regular: 3 of 9 trims.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 50% of 134 SUVs (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 300 AWD | 2.0L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 300 F Sport FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 300h AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 300 F Sport AWD | 2.0L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 300 Luxury FWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 300 Luxury AWD | 2.0L | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 300h Luxury AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| 300h F SPORT Black Line AWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Lexus NX | 300 FWD | Premium |
| 2021 INFINITI QX50 | PURE FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB | 250 FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime | SE AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Acura RDX | FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota 4Runner | SR5 2WD | Regular |
| 2021 BMW X2 | sDrive28i FWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree