2015 LEXUS NX300h towing capacity

182 4-1. Before driving
NX300h_U_OM78007UCargo and luggage Cargo capacity depends on the to tal weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capaci ty) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the ava ilable amount of cargo and luggage load
capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400  750 (5  150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the avail-
able cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (  P. 1 8 6 )Vehicles without towing package: Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with
your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load.
Capacity and distribution

186 4-1. Before driving
NX300h_U_OM78007UVehicle load limits ◆ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight):  P. 6 0 8
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and lug-
gage.
◆ Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated
average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
◆ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) (Vehicles with towing package):
 P. 1 9 0 , 6 0 8
TWR means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo
weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
◆ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) (Vehicles without towing package)
Lexus does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
◆ Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrea se depending on the weight and the
number of occupants. ■
Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label. (  P. 5 2 5 )Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capac-
ity and cargo capacity.
WA R N I N G ■
Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking ability,
resulting in an accident.

608 9-1. Specifications
NX300h_U_OM78007UMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
* 1
: Unladen vehicle
* 2
: Vehicles with towing packageDimensions and weight Overall length 182.3 in. (4630 mm)
Overall width 72.6 in. (1845 mm)
Overall height
* 1
64.8 in. (1645 mm)
Wheelbase 104.7 in. (2660 mm)
Tr e a d Front 62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Rear 62.2 in. (1580 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 895 lb. (405 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating
* 2

(Trailer weight + cargo weight) 1500 lb. (685 kg)

6139-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
NX300h_U_OM78007U * : The coolant capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.Cooling system Capacity
* Gasoline
engine 
Vehicles without towing package
7.7 qt. (7.3 L, 6.4 Imp.qt.) 
Vehicles with towing package
7.1 qt. (6.7 L, 5.9 Imp.qt.)
Po w e r
control unit 3.3 qt. (3.1 L, 2.7 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-
borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug) Make DENSO FK16HR-A8
Gap 0.03 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE ■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system 12-volt battery
Open voltage at 68  F (20  C): 12.6 V or higher: Fully charged
12.2 — 12.4 V: Half charged
12.0 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid
system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.

665Alphabetical index
NX300h_U_OM78007U Coat hooks.............................................. 466
Compass .................................................. 473
Condenser ..............................................509
Console box ........................................... 447
Consumption screen ...............................111
Coolant
Capacity .................................................. 613
Checking............................................... 508
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................326
Warning light ...................................... 565
Cooling system .....................................508
Hybrid system overheating ......... 600
Cruise control
Cruise control...................................... 267
Dynamic radar cruise
control ..................................................240
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ....................253
Cup holders ............................................ 448
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 40
Customizable features ....................... 633 Daytime running light system............ 221
Deck board..............................................452
Deck under tray ...................................... 451
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 435
Rear window........................................ 435
Windshield............................................ 435
Differential ................................................ 614
Dimension ............................................... 608
Dinghy towing ....................................... 200
Display
Drive information................................ 103
Dynamic radar cruise
control.................................................. 240
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 253
Energy monitor........................................ 111
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 270
Multi-information display.................102
Warning messages .......................... 572
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 498
Doors
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system.............................. 127
Back door................................................ 129
Door glasses ..........................................166
Door lock................................................. 124
Outside rear view mirrors ..............163
Rear door child-p rotectors ............ 126
Side doors ............................................... 124 D

677Alphabetical index
NX300h_U_OM78007U Tires..............................................................516
Chains...................................................... 327
Checking................................................. 516
Glossary ................................................. 627
If you have a flat tire ..........................575
Inflation pressure .....................525, 615
Replacing ...............................................575
Rotating tires ......................................... 516
Size ............................................................. 615
Snow tires ..............................................326
Spare tire ..................................... 575, 616
Tire identification number..............623
Tire pressure warning system ...... 517
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ....625
Warning light .......................................567
Tools........................................................... 576
Top tether strap........................................ 73
Total load capacity ...............................608
Towing
Dinghy towing .................................... 200
Emergency towing........................... 558
Towing eyelet........................................ 561
Trailer towing ..............................187, 199
TRAC (Traction Control) .................305
Trailer towing .................................187, 199 Transmission
Hybrid transmission .........................208
Selecting a driving mode...............303
Trip meters.................................................. 97
Turn signal lights
Replacing light
bulbs ............................ 545, 547, 552
Turn signal lever ................................... 212
Wattage ................................................... 617
USB memory .......................................... 377
USB port .................................................. 345
Vanity lights
Vanity lights ..........................................455
Wattage ................................................... 617
Vanity mirrors........................................ 455
Vanity lights ..........................................455
Vehicle data recordings......................... 10
Vehicle identification number ........ 609
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) .... 305
Voice command system.....................423
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .... 305 U
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