According to Lexus, the name "NX" stands for "Nimble Crossover". The Lexus NX Mk1 was the first compact luxury SUV from Lexus, introduced as a direct competitor to models like the BMW X3 and Audi Q5. It was based on the Toyota RAV4 platform but with Lexus styling, tuning, and premium features. The vehicle had a facelift in 2018.

This vehicle was fitted with Gen8 or Gen9 systems with screen options ranging from 8" to 12.3".