Motoring: Lexus leads on comfort with the new NX

Lexus hasn’t strayed too far from the original SUV’s design, but this latest model is sharper looking and more desirable

The Lexus NX: the SUV’s added muscularity and detailing lifts this new version above not just its predecessor, but most other premium SUVs in this part of the market

The Lexus NX is the Japanese company’s mid-sized SUV offering, and one of its best-selling cars worldwide. Its biggest rivals come from Germany and include the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC.

The second iteration of the NX was launched late last year and it’s now on sale in Ireland.

Though Lexus hasn’t strayed too far from the original car’s design, it’s a notably better and more desirable car this time around. The previous ...