The is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV from Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota. It was introduced at the March 2018 Geneva Motor Show as the smallest crossover model in Lexus' lineup prior to the introduction of LBX in 2023; since 2024, it is currently slotted between the smaller LBX and the larger NX. It is also the first Lexus model based on the same GA-C platform as the E210 series Toyota Corolla. The "UX" name stands for "Urban Explorer".
Prior to the 2022 facelift for the 2023 model year, the UX came equipped with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard equipment, after which the standard equipment was upgraded to Lexus Safety System+ 2.5.
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Lexus LF-UX Concept
Variants
UX 200 The UX 200 is powered by a 2.0 L M20A-FKS I4 petrol engine mated with a Direct Shift continuously variable transmission/CVT and front-wheel drive only configuration.
UX 250h/260h/300h The UX 250h (sold in China as the UX 260h, and in the United States and Australia as the UX 300h) is powered by a 2.0 L M20A-FXS I4 petrol hybrid engine mated with an eCVT. It is available in both front-wheel drive or E-Four all-wheel drive system. The hybrid system uses a 1.4 kWh nickel-metal hydride battery.
UX 300e In 2019, at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition, Lexus unveiled the UX 300e, their first battery electric vehicle. The UX 300e is a battery electric variant of the UX, which has a claimed electric range of on the NEDC test cycle or on the WLTP test cycle. It uses a 54.3 kWh lithium ion battery.
Production For the North American market, production of the UX started in the fourth quarter of 2018 and sales commenced in December 2018 for the 2019 model year.
In 2022, for the 2023 model year, an update added wireless support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto along with an 8 or 12.3 screen with higher quality. A digital key was added that is used through the mobile phone, the touchpad was removed, a larger wireless cell phone charging space was added along with ambient lights.
Markets The UX is a global model and introduced in 80 countries worldwide.
North America
United States The UX is the first Lexus to be offered through their new "Complete Lease" program, which includes insurance and maintenance. It was launched in December 2018. The UX is exclusively offered as a hybrid vehicle for the 2023 model year.
Asia The UX made its Asian debut at the August 2018 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show.
Southeast Asia The UX was previewed in Malaysia during the 2018 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show and was launched in 2020. then was launched in Singapore at the 2019 Singapore Motor Show and was launched in Thailand in March 2019.
Europe European sales began in October 2018.
Australia Australian sales began in the first quarter of 2019.
Specifications
ICE modelsTypeModelICE EngineElectric motor(s)System outputModel codeTop speedLayout yearsEngine codeOutputElectric motorBatteryOutputPetrolUX 200M20A-FKS I4 at 6,600 rpm / at 4,800 rpm n/a n/a n/a at 6,600 rpm / at 4,800 rpmMZAA109.2 secD-CVTFWD2019-2022Petrol hybridUX 250h/260hM20A-FXS at 6,000 rpm / at 4,400 rpm at 6,000 rpm / at 4,400-5,200 rpm Synchronous motor(s) 1.4 kW⋅h, 216V nickel-metal hydride Front Motor : / Front Motor : / Rear Motor : / / MZAH108.5 seceCVTFWD2019-2024MZAH15AWDUX 300h1.4 kW⋅h, 222 V lithium-ionFront Motor : / 196 hp (145 kW) / 139 lb-ft (188 Nm)MZAH118.1 secFWD2024-presentFront Motor : / Rear Motor : / MZAH167.9 secAWD
BEV modelsTypeModelElectric motorBatteryRangePowerTorqueModel codeTop speedLayout yearsBattery electricUX 300e '4KM' synchronous motor 54.3 (45 usable) kW⋅h, 355.2V lithium-ion WLTPNEDC KMA107.5 secSingle-speed automaticFWD2019-2023Battery electricUX 300e '4KM' synchronous motor 72.8 (64 usable) kW⋅h, 355.2V lithium-ion WLTPNEDC KMA107.5 secSingle-speed automaticFWD2023-2025
In 2023, for the 2024 model year, the UX 300e received a technical update, which included a change in battery pack and range.
Safety NHTSA 2017 Overall Frontal, driver Frontal, passenger Side, driver Side, passenger Side pole, driver Rollover / 14%
+IIHS Lexus UX: Category RatingSmall overlap frontal offset (Driver)GoodSmall overlap frontal offset (Passenger)GoodModerate overlap frontal offsetGoodSide impact (original test)GoodRoof strengthGoodHead restraints and seatsGood Headlights Good / Poor / Acceptable (depending on trim/options) Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) Superior Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) Superior Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use Good
Sales YearJapan sales (EV)US sales (hybrid)Canada salesEurope sales (hybrid; EV)China sales2018453 (66)201916,725 (8,603)2,68320,943 (19,056)202016,962 (11,818)2,52016,850 (15,751)202117,581 (12,672)3,28421,144 (17,261; 2,987)20225,005 (272)10,237 (6,884)14,559 (12,450; 1,519)202311,194 (259)11,846 (11,844)18,747 (17,250; 761)4,25420245,194 (122)8,877 (8,877)10,959 (8,841; 1,860)1,85520258,421 (8,421)106
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