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Lexus NX 300 H buying guide (Ireland, 2026)

What a used Lexus NX 300 H costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 74 for sale right now.

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Typical asking price€30,950€18,500–€45,000 for most
For sale now740% diesel
First-time NCT pass (2019)83%other cars the same year: 74%
In short: the Lexus NX 300 H passes the NCT more often than other cars the same year (83% vs 74%), has no especially costly known faults and its most common engine usually lasts about 400k km.

Our take on the Lexus NX 300 H

A 2021 Lexus NX 300 H typically advertises at €38,950 and a 2016 one at €21,950, so it loses roughly 11% of its value a year at that age. It's sold here mainly as a petrol. At the NCT, the 2015–2021 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 2.5 hybrid is the most common engine (100% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 400k km.

Check a Lexus NX 300 H's priceNCT pass rate by year

Used Lexus NX 300 H prices by year

Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.

YearTypical priceTypical mileageFor sale
2021€38,95086k km9
2020€33,95097k km8
2019€31,95097k km15
2018€28,950110k km11
2017€23,000145k km10
2016€21,950127k km5
2015€18,000153k km7

Lexus NX 300 H NCT pass rate

How often Lexus NX 300 Hs pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).

YearPass first timeOther cars, same year
202188%80%
201983%74%
201784%64%
201684%55%
201576%53%

Most common reasons a 2019 Lexus NX 300 H fails: safety equipment (5.8% of tests, more than most cars), wheels & tyres (5.8% of tests), lights & electrics (5.2% of tests), chassis & body (rust) (1.2% of tests, more than most cars).

Common Lexus NX 300 H problems

Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.

Automatic gearbox health · €300–€2,500

Make sure the gear changes are smooth when warm, check for a gearbox warning light and ask if the gearbox oil was ever changed.

Engines and how long they last

EngineUsually lastsMotor tax / yearFor sale
2.5 Hybrid~400k km~€27070

"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.

Parts for the Lexus NX 300 H

Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.

Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming chain kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsSpark plugsIgnition coils

Quick bits on Amazon

Faster delivery for small things.

Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter

Before you buy a used Lexus NX 300 H

Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the last service was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.

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