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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 73 for sale right now.

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Typical asking price€30,950€18,500–€45,000 for most
For sale now730% 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. Most for sale are hybrids (96%). At the NCT, the 2015–2021 cars do better than other cars the same year. Every one with a known engine has the 2.5 hybrid, 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 km8
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).

Cheap fixes before the NCT (eBay.ie): Wiper blades for the Lexus NX 300 HTyre tread depth gaugeBulbs for the Lexus NX 300 H

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~€27069

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

Parts and upgrades for the Lexus NX 300 H

Parts for the Lexus NX 300 H on eBay.ie

New and used parts from Irish and UK sellers. Check the part number or fit before you buy.

Brake pads (example photo)Brake padsCheck front or rear, and the disc size if there are twoSee on eBay.ie →Brake discs (example photo)Brake discsReplace in pairs, with new padsSee on eBay.ie →Oil filter (example photo)Oil filterChange it at every oil serviceSee on eBay.ie →Wiper blades (example photo)Wiper bladesSplit or smearing blades can fail the NCTSee on eBay.ie →Bulbs (example photo)BulbsA blown bulb is an easy NCT failSee on eBay.ie →Battery (example photo)BatteryCheck the size and terminal layoutSee on eBay.ie →OBD2 fault code reader (example photo)OBD2 fault code readerReads engine fault codes on your phoneSee on eBay.ie →

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Upgrades for the Lexus NX 300 H

Popular add-ons. The mats are made for this model; the rest fit most cars. More car accessories →

Floor mats (example photo)Floor matsMade to fit the Lexus NX 300 HSee on eBay.ie →CarPlay screen (example photo)CarPlay screenAdds Apple CarPlay (and usually Android Auto) to a car without it: sits on the dashSee on eBay.ie →Wireless CarPlay adapter (example photo)Wireless CarPlay adapterFor cars that already have CarPlay with a cableSee on eBay.ie →Reversing camera (example photo)Reversing cameraMakes parking easier; some CarPlay screens come with oneSee on eBay.ie →Phone holder (example photo)Phone holderKeeps your phone off your lap for directionsSee on eBay.ie →Dash cam (example photo)Dash camFootage settles insurance arguments quicklySee on eBay.ie →

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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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