NX I · 2015–2017

Lexus NX 200t AWD NX I · 238 hp (2015 to 2017)

The Lexus NX 200t AWD of the NX I generation uses the 8AR-FTS 2.0 Turbo petrol engine with 238 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Petrol
Power: 238 PS / 175 kW
Displacement: 1 998 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: 8AR-FTS 2.0 Turbo
Period covered: 2015–2017
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Automatic · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

238 hp (175 kW), all-wheel drive, 6-speed automatic. Built from 2015 to 2017.

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In the range

It is the most powerful petrol version of this generation. The 8AR-FTS 2.0 Turbo engine is also fitted to: Lexus IS (IS III XE30 Europe).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Lexus NX 200t AWD NX I?

The 8AR-FTS 2.0 Turbo petrol engine (1 998 cc), 238 hp (175 kW).

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Which oil for the Lexus NX 200t AWD?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2-approved oil suited to the 8AR-FTS 2.0 Turbo engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026