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Lexus NX 300 Towing Capacities (2015 - 2021): Your Comprehensive Guide

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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.

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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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