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The 2025 Lexus NX 350h is a mild hybrid, while the NX 450h+ is a full hybrid

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Hybrid vehicles provide a happy medium for those who aren't ready to go all-in on fully-electric vehicles just yet.

MHEV is short for mild hybrid electric vehicle.

PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric car with a larger battery pack and more powerful electric motor.

Plug-in hybrids usually cost more than mild hybrid ones due to larger battery packs.

The Lexus NX 350 F Sport Handling AWD's higher performance means fuel economy suffers.

The performance model returns 24 mpg of combined fuel economy, while the other 350h models gain 39 mpg .

Most PHEVs deliver up to 35 miles of electric-only driving, suitable for short-distance driving.