What Is the 2024 Lexus UX?
The Lexus UX is a five-seat, luxury subcompact SUV that previously offered a choice of gasoline or hybrid powertrains but now comes only in hybrid form as the UX 250h. The sole powertrain is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with electric motors and a 24-kilowatt-hour battery for a total output of 181 horsepower. All trims are available with front- or all-wheel drive. The UX 250h offers 9.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind its backseat, according to Cars.com’s cargo measurements. The UX 250h’s rivals include the Alfa Romeo Tonale, Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Volvo XC40.
What’s New on the 2024 Lexus UX?
The UX’s only notable change for 2024 is the availability of a power rear liftgate with an integrated kick sensor for hands-free operation.
What Features in the 2024 Lexus UX Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 8-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Four USB ports
- Navigation
- Satellite radio
- Voice controls
- Wi-Fi hot spot
- Digital key
- Dual-zone climate control
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane departure warning
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Automatic high-beam headlights
Available features include:
- 12.3-inch touchscreen
- Adaptive LED headlights
- Foot-activated power liftgate
- 10-speaker stereo
- Power moonroof
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Wireless device charging
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Head-up instrument display
- Front and rear parking sensors
Should I Buy the 2024 Lexus UX?
As luxury subcompact SUVs go, the 2024 Lexus UX is a bargain thanks to its build quality, long list of standard features, great fuel economy and reasonable starting price. Its small, city-friendly size makes it perfect for squeezing into tight parking spots, but adults seated in the backseat are unlikely to be happy back there for long. Likewise, cargo space behind the split-folding rear seatbacks is limited.
