Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Overview
The Lexus NX 300 towing capacity ranges between 1,500 lbs. and 2,000 lbs as specified in our data below, organized by trim, option package, and model year.
For instance, the 2021 Lexus NX 300 has a minimum towing capacity of 1,500 lbs, while the 2021 Lexus NX 300 has a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs.
Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Lexus NX 300.
Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.
All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a
braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without
brakes will be much less.
Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.
2021 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2021 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is between 1,500 lbs. and 2,000 lbs as shown in the table below.
2021 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| 300h Premium SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| 300h Luxury SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| 300h SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| NX300 Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 Luxury SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2021 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| NX300 Luxury SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 F Sport Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 F Sport Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| NX300 SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2021 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| NX300 SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| 300h F Sport Black Line SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
2020 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2020 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is between 1,500 lbs. and 2,000 lbs as shown in the table below.
2020 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| h Premium SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| h Luxury SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| h Comfort SUV |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| h SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2020 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| Luxury SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| Luxury SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport Premium SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport Comfort SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport Comfort SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2020 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| Comfort SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| Comfort SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2020 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| h Luxury |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| h |
2.5L | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
| Luxury |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| Luxury |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F SPORT |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F SPORT |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2020 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
|
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
|
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2019 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2019 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
2019 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F SPORT |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F SPORT |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2019 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
|
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
|
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2018 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2018 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is 2,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
2018 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| F Sport SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
| SUV |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD | 235 HP | 258 ft/lbs |
2,000 lbs |
2017 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2017 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
2017 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| h SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
2016 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2016 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
2016 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| h SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
2015 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacity Data
The 2015 Lexus NX 300 towing capacity is 1,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
2015 Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque |
Towing Capacity |
| h SUV |
2.5L | Hybrid | I4 | 1 Spd CVT w/OD | AWD | 194 HP | 152 ft/lbs |
1,500 lbs |
- a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
- a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
- a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.
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