Long-term test review: Lexus NX 300h - pictures

Lexus will record a video of your service.

Lexus dealer lived up to its Driver Power billing with efficient service.

NX 300h is refined and composed at speed.

Visiting a Lexus dealer is a bit like being given access to a British Airways First Class Lounge.

Luxurious high-spec cabin has a real sense of occasion.

Lexus' striking NX 300h SUV has joined our fleet. We'll be seeing if it has the substance to match the catwalk style. 

Our model is the £42,995 top-spec Premier, with only metallic added from the options list. 

It's powered by a 2.5-litre 4cyl petrol engine and electric motor, putting out 192bhp and driven through a CVT gearbox. As with all hybrids, you have to subtly alter your driving style to get the best out of the NX. By using the thrott

The interior is just as stylish as the exterior and feels solidly put together. It's absolutely crammed with kit, too. 

The panoramic sunroof is standard on our top-spec Premier car, and bathes the spacious cabin with light. 

Sat nav is standard on the NX. 

A particular perk of this top-spec model are the heated and ventilated leather seats in the front. They're hugely comfortable, too. 

Infotainment system is controlled through touchpad control on the centre console and works well once you get used to it. 

Touchpad is located next to the gearlever, along with a selection of driving modes to optimise efficiency or provide a bit of extra shove when you need it. 

A fourth Lexus model, the NX, makes it into the top 10 for reliability with a score of 97.24% - identical to the Skoda Citigo, and a great result.

Sharp design touches like the LED daytime running lights and full LED headlamps really add to the NX's look. It's a real head-turner. 

Slick design touches from the front are mimicked at the rear. 

Design makes the Lexus feel like a premium product both outside and in. 

While hybrid drivetrain delivers just 121g/km of CO2, we're only managing 34.9mpg, which is some way off Lexus' claimed economy figures...