Lexus UX

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Lexus UX
Curb weight
  • 1,470–1,540 kg (3,241–3,395 lb) (UX 200)
  • 1,550–1,640 kg (3,417–3,616 lb) (UX 250h/260h)
  • 1,900 kg (4,189 lb) (UX 300e)[7]

The Lexus UX (

GA-C platform as the E210 series Toyota Corolla.[11] The "UX" name stands for "Urban Explorer".[5]

According to Lexus, the vehicle has a "bold and stylish design that blends expressive bodywork with a compact size". Lexus espouses the UX's "crossover credentials" via "exceptional body rigidity and a low center of gravity for exceptional handling".[11]

Prior to the 2022 (for the 2023 model year), the UX came equipped with

Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard equipment. From 2022 onwards (model years 2023 onwards), the standard equipment includes Lexus Safety System+ 2.5.[citation needed
]


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.[12][13]

UX 250h/260h

The UX 250h (sold in China as the UX 260h) is powered by a 2.0 L

E-Four all-wheel drive system.[12][14] The hybrid system uses a 1.4 kWh nickel-metal hydride battery.[15]

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 400 km (249 mi)[8] on the NEDC test cycle or 299 km (186 mi)[9] on the WLTP test cycle. It uses a 54.3 kWh lithium ion battery.[8]

  • 2020 UX 250h (MZAH10, Germany)
    2020 UX 250h (MZAH10, Germany)
  • 2020 UX F Sport (MZAH10, Germany)
    2020 UX F Sport (MZAH10, Germany)
  • 2019 UX 250h F Sport (MZAH10, Germany)
    2019 UX 250h F Sport (MZAH10, Germany)
  • 2021 UX 300e
    2021 UX 300e
  • Interior
    Interior
  • M20A-FKS engine in the UX 200
    M20A-FKS engine in the UX 200

Production

In North America, the production of UX started in the fourth quarter of 2018[16][10] and sales commenced in December 2018[17][18][10][19] 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.[20]

Markets

The UX is a global model and introduced in 80 countries worldwide.[21]

North America

United States

The UX is the first Lexus to be offered by a subscription service.[clarification needed] It was launched in December 2018.[22][23][24][25] 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.[26]

Southeast Asia

The UX was previewed in Malaysia during the 2018 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show[27] then was launched in Singapore at the 2019 Singapore Motor Show[28] and was launched in Thailand in March 2019.[29]

Europe

European sales began in October 2018.[30]

Australia

Australian sales began in the first quarter of 2019.[31]

Specifications

ICE models[32][33][34]
Type Model ICE Engine Electric motor System output Model code Top speed 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) Trans. Layout Cal. years
Engine code Displ. Output Electric motor Battery Output
Petrol UX 200 M20A-FKS 1,987 cc (2.0 L) I4 171 hp (128 kW; 173 PS) @ 6,600 rpm / 205 N⋅m (20.9 kg⋅m; 151 lb⋅ft) @ 4,800 rpm - - - - MZAA10 190 km/h (120 mph) 9.2 sec D-CVT FWD
2019-present
Petrol
hybrid
UX 250h/260h M20A-FXS 1,987 cc (2.0 L) I4 146 hp (109 kW; 148 PS) @ 6,000 rpm / 180 N⋅m (18.4 kg⋅m; 133 lb⋅ft) @ 4,400 rpm Synchronous motor 1.4
kW⋅h, 216 V nickel-metal hydride
109 hp (81 kW; 111 PS) / 202 N⋅m (20.6 kg⋅m; 149 lb⋅ft) 177 hp (132 kW; 179 PS) / 188 N⋅m (19.2 kg⋅m; 139 lb⋅ft) MZAH10 177 km/h (110 mph) 8.5 sec eCVT FWD 2019-present
MZAH15 AWD
BEV models[35][36]
Type Model Electric motor Battery Range Power Torque Model code Top speed 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) Trans. Layout Cal. years
Battery electric UX 300e '4KM' synchronous motor 54.3 (45 usable)
lithium-ion
450 km (280 mi)WLTP
560 km (350 mi)NEDC
204 hp (152 kW; 207 PS) 300 N⋅m (30.6 kg⋅m; 221 lb⋅ft) KMA10 160 km/h (99 mph) 7.5 sec Single-speed automatic FWD
2019-2023
Battery electric UX 300e '4KM' synchronous motor 72.8 (64 usable)
lithium-ion
299 km (186 mi)WLTP
400 km (250 mi)NEDC
204 hp (152 kW; 207 PS) 300 N⋅m (30.6 kg⋅m; 221 lb⋅ft) KMA10 160 km/h (99 mph) 7.5 sec Single-speed automatic FWD
2023-present

In 2023, for the 2024 model year, the UX 300e received a technical update, which included a change in battery pack and range.[35][36]

Safety

NHTSA (US)[37] Euro NCAP[38] ANCAP[39]
IIHS (US)[40]
Overall Overall Overall Small overlap front, driver side Good
Frontal, driver Adult occupant 36.7 pts / 96% Adult occupant 36.7 pts / 96% Small overlap front, passenger side Good
Frontal, passenger Child occupant 42.1 Pts / 85% Child occupant 43.1 Pts / 88% Moderate overlap front Good
Side, driver Vulnerable Road Users 39.4 Pts / 82% Vulnerable Road Users 39.4 Pts / 82% Side Good
Side, rear passenger Driver assist 10.1 Pts / 77% Driver assist 10.8 Pts / 83% Roof strength Good
Side pole Head restraints & seats Good
Rollover / 14% Headlights Good / Poor / Acceptable (depending on trim/options)
Front crash prevention, vehicle-to-vehicle Superior
Front crash prevention, vehicle-to-pedestrian Superior
LATCH ease of use Good

Sales

Calendar year US sales (hybrid) Europe sales (hybrid; EV)
2018 453 (66)[41]
2019 16,725 (8,603)[42] 20,943 (19,056)[43]
2020 16,962 (11,818)[44] 16,850 (15,751)[45]
2021 17,581 (12,672)[46] 21,144 (17,261; 2,987)[47]
2022 10,237 (6,884)[48] 14,559 (12,450; 1,519)[49]

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