The Lexus UX Hybrid Electric Vehicle

UX Hybrid — A Distinctive User Experience

This five-passenger luxury crossover boasts impressive legroom for you and your passengers in a relaxing atmosphere. The UX was designed not only for comfort but also to allow drivers to transform the cabin to fit their needs best. It’s designed to provide optimal visual range. The application of modern craftsmanship, with the modern driver in mind, creates a visual marvel that is art and functionality in motion.

Standard Comfort Features — Every UX model comes standard with an incredible array of features, including:

• Certified ultra-low emissions
• Dual-zone climate control for outstanding driving comfort
• Eight-way power-adjustable seats.
• 60/40 split-folding rear seats optimize cargo storage
• Beautiful leather interior trim that looks refined and stylish.

Safety and Convenience in One Package — Also standard in every Lexus UX are:

• Heated outside mirrors
• A six-speaker premium sound system with crisp and immersive audio
• Hands-free power liftgate
• Bluetooth connectivity to stream your favorite media

The Lexus safety system encourages peace of mind while you travel. It possesses active features like pre-collision detection and lane tracing assist. A blind spot monitor with cross-traffic alert also senses your surroundings to prevent collisions.

Unmatched Quality Across the Entire Trimline — Every new Lexus UX has extra packages and options, like Intuitive Parking Assist. Look closely at some of the excellent features in every trim package. The UX Hybrid has four body styles, including the UX 250h AWD. This starting model includes the standard features listed above.

Upgrade for Even More Luxury — Choose a more advanced package in the new UX 250h F Sport Handling AWD model with special interior and exterior designs. Its unique features, like aluminum pedals and door-side scuff plates, feel sporty. Its bolstered front seats, perforated leather steering wheel, and shift knob create a luxurious feel. 

There’s even more to love in the UX 250h Premium AWD. It includes all the standard features plus unique, elegant touches. Details like rain-sensing windshield wipers and heated and ventilated front seats for comfort are perfect in all types of weather.

The Pinnacle of Elegance — Standing above the rest is the new Lexus UX Hybrid F Sport Handling trim. This new model combines the luxury of the Ux Hybrid F Sport Design with high-end performance features. Its features include the ability to set custom drive modes, a memory system for the driver’s seat, and side view mirrors. Luxury features include a larger touchscreen interface information display and a leather-trimmed steering wheel.

Technology-Enhanced Inside and Out — When it comes to a Lexus, even the starting models exhibit excellence in luxury. The UX Hybrid has several technology features and options. It has voice commands for Bluetooth calls, as well as a touchscreen infotainment device that includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatibility.

Compatibility with the Lexus App — Your Lexus UX Hybrid will also be compatible with the Lexus smartphone app. This allows for remote engine start, vehicle health reports, and scheduling automotive service in the palm of your hand. Other available tech features include: 

• An auto-dimming rearview mirror with a garage door opener
• A power rear door with a kick sensor
• A Head Up display that delivers you driving data such as current fuel economy on the lower windshield.

Thrilling Drives in the Lexus UX Hybrid — Lexus never compromises on performance, urging the best out of every design manufactured. The UX Hybrid is leading the way in fuel efficiency and turning radius. The four-cylinder engine is extremely small and lightweight, allowing for better handling and a lower center of gravity.

Efficiency, Performance, and MPG — The high-output electric drive motor with electric vehicle mode encourages thrilling drives while also conserving energy. In fact, you get up to an estimated 43 city miles per gallon and 41 highway miles per gallon when you drive the UX. Go from 0-60 mph in as low as 8.4 seconds, and continue to the top speed of 110 mph.

Smooth and Reliable Performance — Other performance features in the 2022 Lexus UX include an anti-lock braking system with electronic brakeforce distribution. It also has all-wheel drive for supreme traction in all driving conditions. Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission shifts smoothly and with incredible responsiveness. 

Meanwhile, the finely tuned suspension–independent MacPherson struts with coil springs and gas-pressurized shock absorbers. These are located in the front and rear. This smooths out the road for comfortable, refined driving.

Is the Lexus UX a plug-in hybrid?

The Lexus UX Hybrid self-charges as you drive, so there’s no need to plug it in. Just fuel up at the pump as you normally would. For a plug-in hybrid model from Lexus, check out the 2024 Lexus NX. The brand has plans to follow up with more plug-in options and its first-ever all-electric model. The Lexus RZ 450e is anticipated for the 2024 model year.