Lexus UX
2020 Lexus UX 250h (MZAH10, Germany)
Overview
ManufacturerToyota
Model codeZA10[1]
ProductionDecember 2018 – present[2]
Model years2019–present
AssemblyJapan: Miyawaka, Fukuoka (Toyota Motor Kyushu)[2]
DesignerTetsuo Miki,[3] Hideaki Iida, Nobuyuki Tomatsu, Shunsuke Sudo and Tatsuya Iwai[4]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformTNGA: GA-C[5]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
  • 80 kW (107 hp; 109 PS) 3NM synchronous (UX 250h/260h)
  • 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS) 4KM synchronous (UX 300e; KMA10)[6][7]
Power output
  • 125 kW (168 hp; 170 PS) (UX 200)
  • 107 kW (143 hp; 145 PS) (UX 250h/260h, petrol engine only); 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) (UX 250h/260h, combined system output)
Transmission
  • K120 CVT with physical first gear (UX 200)
  • eCVT (UX 250h/260h)
  • Single-speed automatic (UX 300e)
Hybrid drivetrainPower-split hybrid (UX 250h/260h)
Battery
Electric range
  • 400 km (249 mi) (UX 300e, NEDC)[8]
  • 299 km (186 mi) (UX 300e, WLTP)[9]
Plug-in charging6.6 kW AC, 50 kW DC (UX 300e)[7]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,640 mm (103.9 in)[10]
Length4,495 mm (177.0 in)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,520–1,540 mm (59.8–60.6 in)
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 (Japanese: レクサス・UX, Hepburn: Rekusasu UX) is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV from Lexus, a 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, it is currently slotted above the subcompact LBX and below the compact NX. It is also the first Lexus model based on the same 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

Further information: 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 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.[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]

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) kW⋅h, 355.2 V 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) kW⋅h, 355.2 V 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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