CrossoverLexus60% by Neofiliac Team56% by External Reviewers

Lexus UX (ZA10)

Compact Crossover

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Product Overview

Lexus UX is a compact crossover in production from 2019. It is powered by small inline-4 engines in petrol or hybrid form or by small electric motor aided by a battery capacity of 54kWh.
Essentially a suited-up Toyota Corolla Cross, the UX nonetheless has a level of amenities that the econ box does not compare. Still, the UX is just a slightly taller hatchback masquerading as "SUV".
A plus is the small 10.4m (34.1ft) turning circle.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 60%
Pros
  • Some offroad capabilities
  • Small turning circle
  • Four-wheel independent suspensions
Cons
  • Underpowered
  • Poor performance
  • Crossover nonsense

What external reviewers found

External score 56%
Pros
  • Good handling
  • Excellent build quality
  • Good range
  • Excellent infotainment
  • Good fuel economy
Cons
  • Poor infotainment
  • Lack of standard tech
  • Lack of handling panache
  • Poor boot space

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Specifications

Variants shown:
UX 200
UX 250h
UX 250h E-Four
UX 300e

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External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 54% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autocar have found:
Only the petrol-hybrid model will be sold in the UK for the time being. In typical Lexus fashion the UX’s cabin is a festival of creases and folds. It all seems to be built with the integrity and solidity we have come to expect of the marque. The UX combines that precise steering with good body control and resilient grip.
Pros
  • Stylish design
  • Decent infotainment system
Cons
  • Rattle and squeak
  • Not the most fun to drive

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 61% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autoexpress have found:
The UX goes head-to-head with the likes of the Mercedes GLA, BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Volvo XC40. With a coupe-like profile and sporty driving characteristics, it's closest rival is arguably the BMW X2. There are three grades (aka trim levels) to choose from: UX, F Sport and Takumi. Prices start from around £30,000, but rise to £53,000 for the flagship battery-powered model.
Pros
  • Powerful petrol engine
  • Good fuel economy
  • Decent standard equipment
Cons
  • Fiddly infotainment system
  • Poor boot space

carmagazine[3]

Reviewer score 64% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from carmagazine have found:
All but the entry-level NX 300h S feature a new E-Four four-wheel drive system as standard. Total system output is 195bhp, with enough instant torque – 199lb ft from the front electric motor alone. The origami intricacy of the exterior is mirrored on the inside by the multi-layer dashboard. Material quality is excellent throughout, and neat options include a Mark Levinson hifi and a wireless charging pad for smartphones.
Pros
  • Gorgeous interior
  • Decent infotainment system
Cons
  • Lacklustre rear-seat tech
  • Lack of space in the boot

carwow[4]

Reviewer score 52% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from carwow have found:
The Lexus UX is an eye-catching alternative to posh small SUVs such as the BMW X1, Jaguar E-Pace, Audi Q2 and the Volvo XC40. It has an arresting front grille, sharp creases all across its exterior and a rear light that stretches right across width of the boot lid. You couldn't describe the dashboard as minimalist – there are loads of buttons across the dash and steering wheel – but everything feels lovely and well made.
Pros
  • Stunning looks
  • Decent infotainment system
Cons
  • Fiddly to use
  • Lack of space in the back

cnet[5]

Reviewer score 69% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from cnet have found:
The 2019 Lexus ES offers one of the most comfortable cabins in the business. With the hybrid battery sitting underneath the back seat, the ES 300h offers the same 16.7 cubic feet of trunk space as its ES 350 kin. As great as the ES is, its poor infotainment interface alone could be a deal-breaker.
Pros
  • Sleek styling
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Excellent fuel economy
Cons
  • Poor infotainment
  • Lack of standard tech

pcmag[6]

Reviewer score 56% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from pcmag have found:
The 2020 UX 250h is arguably the best implementation of Lexus' angular SUV design language. Its wedge-like shape makes the most of its sharp lines and functions well in a smaller proportion. Legroom is sparse in the second row and the hybrid's battery pack that raises the rear hatch floor only offers 17.1 cubic feet of cargo space.
Pros
  • Excellent fuel economy
  • Stylish design
  • Comfortable ride
Cons
  • Lack of cargo space
  • Lackluster fuel economy

References

  1. ^ Lexus UX review . [autocar].
  2. ^ Lexus UX review. [autoexpress].
  3. ^ Lexus NX 300h Luxury E-Four (2014) review. [carmagazine].
  4. ^ Lexus UX Review. [carwow].
  5. ^ 2019 Lexus ES 300h review: Luxury and efficiency in spades. [cnet].
  6. ^ 2020 Lexus UX 250h Review. [pcmag].

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