Lexus is a luxury automaker widely known for some of the most unique car trims, visually stunning designs, and ergonomic performance-enhanced vehicles in the market. Every year, the brand exceeds expectations by launching premium yet affordable products that make anyone look twice. The Lexus UX is currently in the spotlight. It’s an all-hybrid sport-performance compact luxury SUV. Here are some of the car’s key highlights to know about before driving it home.

Performance
The Lexus UX has a decent 2.0L, four-cylinder, 181 HP engine. It may not be the fastest or the most powerful, considering the car barely manages to go from 0 to 60 mph in around eight seconds. But when you combine it with the automatic continuously variable transmission, the hybrid fares well in terms of overall performance and fuel efficiency. An electronic all-wheel drive further distributes power evenly across the board and adjusts throttle responses with the hybrid’s gas-electric motor.

Shifting gears is easy in the Lexus LX as you get paddle shifters for smoother and faster power transfer between low and high gears. Moreover, the drive mode selection transforms the compact SUV into a sporty car at the flip of a switch.

The UX has a sporty suspension and a stabilizer package for tight cornering and safe maneuvering at high speeds. A wider wheelbase also offers better traction and control in response to the sporty throttling and handling.

Design
Lexus has left no stone unturned in the car’s design, offering stunning utilities and comforts in the cabin. We’re talking about premium leather upholstery, ergonomic heated and ventilated seats, and a massive 60/40 split-folding seat for extra cargo space. With the sports package upgrade, you get a customized color and styling with race-inspired accents. The luxurious layout offers elevated comfort for drivers and passengers, making the hybrid suitable for long-drive adventures. Lexus has paid close attention to the level of detailing, with everything from the central console to display gauges placed in an optimal field of view for easy access.

Coming to the exterior, the aerodynamic design and detailing give the UX hybrid its signature performance boost. Some key elements include a full-view custom aerodynamic taillamp and power sensors for the rear door that can be activated using your leg movement.

Fuel economy
The Lexus UX boasts best-in-class fuel economy with its hybrid gas and electric engine setup. You can get up to 42 mpg combined fuel economy with the standard engine setup. The sports performance upgrades may give a variable fuel economy depending on the drive modes you select.

Safety
The Lexus UX gets a unique safety upgrade with the improved Lexus Safety System+ 2.5. Multiple front and rear sensors provide real-time pre-collision warnings and alerts. The inbuilt AI system provides steering assists, blind spot monitoring, automatic lane guidance, and adaptive throttle braking responses to ensure a smooth and safe ride. The car also comes fully equipped with driver and passenger side airbags and whiplash injury-resistant lead seats to protect occupants and prevent serious injury in case of a collision.

Infotainment and technology
Lexus has improved the infotainment and technology assist options with a dedicated central console. You can sync the unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to control apps using your smartphone. The Lexus UX features one of the biggest central displays with a high-resolution 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen console layout. You also get a fully functional digital gauge cluster that monitors critical performance factors in real-time. This is in addition to all the standard wireless and Bluetooth infotainment controls you get pre-installed with all trims.

Trims
The Lexus UX is available as a standard hybrid featuring four popular trims: UX 250h, UX 250h Premium, UX 250h F Sport Design, and UX 250h F Sport Handling. The base trim is priced at $36,490 for the front-wheel drive and $37,890 for the all-wheel drive. Note that the pricing will vary depending on the customization and upgrade options.