Lexus UX

The Lexus UX (Japanese: レクサス・UX, 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, slotted below the compact NX. It is also the first Lexus model to use the GA-C platform.[9] The "UX" name stands for "Urban Explorer".[3]

Lexus UX (ZA10)
2020 Lexus UX 250h F Sport (MZAH10)
Overview
ManufacturerLexus (Toyota)
ProductionDecember 2018 – present[1]
Model years2019–present
AssemblyJapan: Miyawaka, Fukuoka (Miyata plant)[1]
DesignerChika Kako (2013)[2]
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformTNGA: GA-C[3]
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)[4][5]
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
  • Direct Shift-CVT (UX 200)
  • eCVT (UX 250h/260h)
Battery
Electric range
  • 400 km (249 mi) (UX 300e, NEDC)[6]
  • 299 km (186 mi) (UX 300e, WLTP)[7]
Plug-in charging6.6 kW AC, 50 kW DC (UX 300e)[5]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,640 mm (103.9 in)[8]
Length4,495 mm (177.0 in)
Width1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Height1,540 mm (60.6 in)
Curb weight
  • 1,470–1,500 kg (3,241–3,307 lb) (UX 200)
  • 1,550–1,640 kg (3,417–3,616 lb) (UX 250h/260h)
  • 1,900 kg (4,189 lb) (UX 300e)[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".[9]

The UX comes equipped with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard equipment.

Concept model
Further information: Lexus 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.[10][11]

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.[10][12]

UX 300e

The UX 300e is a battery electric variant of the UX, which has a claimed electric range of 400 km (249 mi)[6] on the NEDC test cycle or 299 km (186 mi)[7] on the WLTP test cycle.

  • Lexus UX 200 F Sport (MZAA10, Japan)
  • Lexus UX 250h (MZAH10, US)
  • Lexus UX 250h (MZAH10, US)
  • Interior
  • M20A-FKS engine in the UX 200

Production

In North America, the production of UX started in the fourth quarter of 2018[13][8] and sales commenced in December[14][15][8][16] for the 2019 model year.

Markets

The UX is a global model and introduced in 80 countries worldwide.[17]

United States

The UX is the first Lexus to be offered by a subscription service. It was launched in December 2018.[18][19][20][21]

Asia

The UX made its Asian debut at the August 2018 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show.[22]

Southeast Asia

The UX was previewed in Malaysia during the 2018 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show[23] then was launched in Singapore at the 2019 Singapore Motor Show.[24] and was launched in Thailand in March 2019.[25]

India

Indian sales began in August 2019.[26]

Europe

European sales began in October 2018.[27]

Australia

Australian sales began in the first quarter of 2019.[28]

Sales
Calendar year US sales (hybrid)
2018 453 (66)[29]
2019 16,725 (8,603)[30]

References
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  2. "Creating the New Lexus UX: Chief Engineer Chika Kako on the Influences Behind Lexus's Urban Crossover" (Press release). UK: Lexus. 12 November 2018. Retrieved 20 February 2019.
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  23. "KLIMS18: Lexus UX crossover previewed in Malaysia". Paul Tan's Automotive News. 22 November 2018. Retrieved 14 January 2019.
  24. "Lexus UX premium crossover launched by Borneo Motors in Singapore". Torque. 13 January 2019. Retrieved 14 January 2019.
  25. "2019 Lexus UX: Thai prices and specs". 20 March 2019. Retrieved 21 March 2019.
  26. "Lexus UX Price in India, Review, Pics, Specs & Mileage". CarDekho. India. Retrieved 17 April 2018.
  27. Bolduc, Douglas A. (12 March 2018). "Lexus expects Europe to be top market for UX". Automotive News. Europe. Retrieved 9 August 2018.
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  29. "December 2018 Sales Chart" (Press release). US: Toyota. 3 January 2019. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  30. "Toyota Motor North America Reports December 2019, Year-End Sales" (Press release). US: Lexus. 3 January 2020. Retrieved 23 January 2020.
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