Despite the re-badging haters, Alex nailed it. This car is a pragmatic and needed inclusion. Until the Tesla this year, the RX 350 was the best selling luxury car in America. Lexus expects this car to outsell even the RX. For someone who wants a RELIABLE and sensible small luxury car with great mileage (rather than a buzzy tin box), this luxury entry was a long time coming. It’s a Lexus in every regard. Lexus has a reputation for NEVER rebadging but instead truly differentiating above the Toyota’s. This car will be a sales hit; that’s pretty much the bottom line. And don’t hate a car for an economical engine or a small back seat, just buy a car that suits your purpose. This platform is a Toyota CH-R with a Corolla drivetrain. This car is for Corolla Hatch people who choose to pay for a Lexus. Not a bad idea when Corolla’s sell in the millions.
The RX is the best selling luxury SUV. When they talk about Tesla in sales comparisons, they are talking about ALL Tesla combined. All Tesla cars are NOT SUVs. The RX itself (NOT the entire Lexus fleet) outsells most Luxury SUVs combined. Also, what some seem to forget, the RX is NOT an electric vehicle!
I absolutely LOVE my Lexus UX 250h. I love it every moment I drive it. In fact, the relative (and I emphasize "relative") lack of "aggressive" acceleration (it's plenty aggressive for me!) reminds me in a more existential way that it's the journey that matters, not the destination. When I get to work (in a mostly down hill trek, catching green lights) and the MPG is 51...yeah, I LOVE this car. Most times, it's over 40. That's pretty darn OK with me too!
I drive Lexus for 21 years. I got their first RX in 1998. IS, ES followed. Two weeks ago a bought UX 250H AWD Luxury. I love this car even more than previous models. It feels like it was made with me in mind. Not too long (like ES), not too small. Very comfortable, quiet, fuel efficient, reliable just to mention a few. Two seconds slower in acceleration from 0 to 60 m/h could mean something on the race track but not on the streets of Chicago. I'm very happy with my purchase. Ohhh.....forgot to mention that none of my cars EVER failed me.... zero problems! On the other hand this car was designed for a woman. 90% buyers are women. This nice review is done by the man from the man's perspective and I get it 😉, and thank you Alex.
@@chadhaire1711 you are worthless ,lol ! the best of these 10 get 47 mpg in real world ! the average near 40mpg ! you can filter fot other LExus or better Toyota models with these new Hybrids and they do pretty well; f.e. the Corolla. I drive my 2,3ton ship with 3,5ltrV6Hybrid at these days with 6,6ltr/100km which is 35mpg !! yes , i´m driving not faster than 80km/h (53mph) but in city and countryroads its ok ! Best car since 25 years !!
Wade Higgins-disagree. DD’s annoying schtick got old after the first couple of reviews. Yes, we get it, “quirks and features”. And a stupid “Doug Score”. Not a fan AT ALL.
@Chris A222 _ He is not reviewing in the rain. He is narrating his review and editing a video about his results while driving in the rain. Did you see a 0 -60 run? 1/4 mile run? Brake test? etc. No!
I don’t get why people are so negative about this vehicle. Owning this car for over a month now here is a list of I have experienced with the UX 250h luxury package. The e-all wheel drive works well in winter conditions ( I live in Canada) giving you traction when you needed. This is not a performance car in any way but is fast enough for what it is and handling is just matched to the car as well. This is not a family vehicle, if you have two small children you may be okay cargo is limited. Interior of the car does not scream luxury on all the sense of the word but is nicely finished and the instrumentation very well laid out. The big plus is that it takes regular gas compared to the turbo engines that take premium.
R.M. I think the main objections to the UX stem from the perception that the performance and functionality fail to match the price. Alex is a very fair-minded, mature reviewer and he can't get over these deficiencies either. Although it should be far more reliable than the European competition, it is no more reliable than Toyota's other offerings. I have no use for a rocket but surely a Lexus has to be quicker than an ordinary Corolla? Having said all that, you did not buy a UX to please others you bought it to please yourself. I hope you enjoy it for a long time.
Right Lane Hog I agree with you regarding Alex’s reviews, they are the best non biased on you tube that’s why I’m subscribed to his channel. I don’t know what exactly dictates the price on a vehicle. I doubt very much is dollar per feature or horsepower. But I can tell you that as far as luxury vehicles goes part of what you pay for is the name alone. Now if it was me I would be probably be happy with a manual transmission Corolla. But my wife just loves her UX, the exterior design, interior layout, size and drivetrain. She does not care much about power and speed that’s why she traded her 2015 Lexus NX for this one. Like on any car it has it’s compromises of course, there’s no perfect car. But as you’ve said, you should get a car that pleases you the most.
@@robertom883 I would probably take the manual Corolla SE hatch over this and pocket the other 10-15 grand. As a Canadian, I might even consider the S model to get 15" wheels to protect my car from the vicious potholes/craters on our roads. If I was looking for a hybrid , I would wait for the new RAV4 which will be made here.
@@rightlanehog3151 If he likes the looks and the interior then it was a good choice. This is why choice exist. Personally I would go for RAV4, if the noise is fine on motorway. This I will need to check by myself. Fortunately there is eAWD Harrier in Japan.
Awesome review, I just picked up a new UX250h in premium trim, the rear combination taillights are actually all LED including the turn signals, the reverse lights are also LED at the bumper area.
@@Pianistp3 I'm getting 36 mind you I do a lot of short distances and I'm in Toronto where it's cold right now. I can see myself getting probably more than 41 come spring.
If I am shopping for a Lexus, my decision is based on the legendary reliability of the Lexus brand, so I'm not particularly interested in "competitors." This model interests me because of the incredible fuel mileage and small footprint and I will gladly trade swiftness for those attributes. I love this channel, Alex is one of the best.
i drove it...its pure fun with one of the best suspension you can get today and its soo quiet.....except of the shit underpowered 4cyl....my 6cylHybrid is MUCH more less stressed and you can drive it mostly very smooth with a litle throttle.
Lexus IS just reliable but not fun since the competition have more then just reliable ( perfomer ) for German car. For reliable is toyota/lexus for fun German car
I actually think this looks really cool, but it’s hard to justify the cost when a new RAV4 hybrid is just around the corner. It might make more sense in a couple years when you can by a used one at a much lower cost.
It looks cool but is not practical. So all depends on the individual needs. It is still more practical than most sedans though :) RAV4 is different market as it has no prestige. Do not get me wrong - I might buy it in eAWD as it makes sense for most of my needs. If it is loud I go for Harrier.
I disagree completely. If you're even comparing them like this, then the UX is definitely not for you. They price out near identical, $3k difference, but you get the same fuel economy. You get more luxury, but most important your value with a Lexus label will retain on trade in. RAV4 will be mass, and the interior still looks blah, like a cheap economy thing. So to even be putting the 2 side by side says you're not the target at all. It's not for you, and that's OK. It's definitely for me, and this video made me decide. The driving pleasure alone of this vs a RAV4 is awesome. So Right Lane Hog isn't doing the homework (assuming it's a woman). Why? She didn't look at the details.
@@valdius85 You said it better than me. No prestige, feels cheap in an economy type of way. Price points are very close, so why not retain more value and have some pampering with the UX interior?
You have just completed the single most thoughtful, thorough and "REAL" reviews from a drivers perspective that I've seen on this vehicle. Wow, you're spot on. I LOVE THE UX, and seeing this color, guess what. It's what I'm now going to buy. I just subscribed. You're a professional, not just a good job, but you're easy to listen to and watch. Thanks!! Lexus should give you my commission.
Think of this as a sports car with room. Perfect for two people but capable of carrying 4 in reasonable comfort, but you won't buy it for rear seat room, so who cares. So it's not big, but very comfortable and high quality materials inside. I'm 6-3 and find the seats very comfortable. Acceleration is quite adequate (I have the 250h), so who cares if it's second slower since you rarely floor it anyway. And I'm routinely getting 45+, so I find that worthy of consideration as I appreciate economy of operation. Plus reliability ought to be weighted a bit more than it seems to be. Anyway, I like it and feel it's worth the price.
Yes, for the true cost of a car factor in gas mileage, maintenance, and repairs along with resale value and I think you’ll find that this vehicle is less than half the cost of it’s European rivals and is the intelligent choice for this type of vehicle. If you want something faster and better handling then you should look at something like an Acura Integra. Also, with a proper set of snow tires the e-AWD is plenty good enough in snow and don’t forget you won’t have the rather expensive change of rear differential oil to deal with.
Alex, you were so close! not all Lexus come with the standard safety features. The GX 460 doesn't come standard with Lexus safety system plus 😣. Great review
I like the color and the design is more pleasing than most Lexus products. It looks like a kind hearted vehicle, not a war wagon. Maybe it's the color that fixes the Lexus-Toyota design curse.
Took my wife to a Toyota dealer to check out the new RAV4. She liked it but fell IN LOVE with the UX for roughly the same price. The RAV4 is roomier and more practical, but the UX feels more “special”. Ended up putting a deposit down on the UX250H. Do not disregard brand cache on par with BMW with Lexus’s history of reliability and resale.
If you worried about resale I think you should have went with last gen RAV4 instead of Lexus. There are probably no good deals on the new RAV4. Lexus looses it value just like any other luxury vehicle. So I wouldn't believe the wive's tale about Lexus holding their value. Residual values are set by the banks and the food chain of auction and dealerships just play along to make as much money as they can out the consumers. Edmunds long term test of the Lexus GS loosing over 1/3 of it's value from MSRP. "Resale and Depreciation: We accumulated 20,940 miles on our 2013 Lexus GS 350. Edmunds' TMV® Calculator valued the vehicle at $47,431 based on a private-party sale. The market did not seem to support this price, as CarMax offered us $40,000 and the best we could muster from a private partywas $41,000. This made for 30-percent depreciation from our paid price of $58,377. We were disappointed
This is an interesting point of view. I know in other industries Japanese firms have realized women are a very powerful untapped economic force and are shifting focus to them. I personally think this is total crap compared to most of the Toyota line, not to mention luxury competitors, but perhaps Toyota has a market in mind for this vehicle. Of course women have individual variation, but as a group they have superior vision and are generally more risk adverse than men so a vehicle that prioritizes design and reliability like this Lexus might be well served marketing to women. Regarding vision, there's evidence that all women have finer ability to differentiate color than men, but they also have the potential for tetrachromatic vision, meaning they have a 4th type of cell to see color that men can't have (men with the tetrachromatic vision gene are actually colorblind...)
I guess that's it. I thought the RAV4 would have been a better vehicle overall, but the UX provoked a more emotional response. To her, the UX was akin to a designer purse or shoes where the RAV4 was like 12-pack of socks at Costco. The UX makes a statement while the RAV4 blends in.
Great review Alex! Unbelievable how you know all the spec's without reading a cue-card. I don't like the ears popping out the sides of the instrument cluster. All in all, I like the UX.
The battery is not under the cargo area! Under the floor is a plastic tray and under that there is another split tray for pump, can of goo and towing eye. Under that is a what would be a wheel well in the non hybrid. There is wheel securing spigot in the middle but to the left is a lump. The rest of the well can be used for storage.
Hey Alex, thanks for the plug about those Frankenstein knobs...I made the same comment on another Lexus review you did. Next up: cyclops instrument panel, lol.
The hybrid battery is under the rear seat. The reason why you don’t have the same boot space is because of the 12v battery. Because of the car has the 2,0 hybrid there is no room for the battery in the engine bay.
The RAV4 looks horrible, though. This doesn't compare with the Rav4 anyway, this is in the same class as their CHR which is horrible all the way around.
Rav4 is too big and mostly for women (My Mom has a Rav4). The UX is targeted to people who are looking at the CH-R. Also, the new Rav4 looks so ugly and boring.
@@willnye9788 I like new RAV4 looks. I like plasticy rugged vehicle. They are easy to clean after the road trips to nature. I only worry RAV4 is loud on motorways. If so I will go for Harrier.
Alex, this is the 1st review in the rain I have ever seen. Thumbs up for you👍👍. It's basically a very expensive dressed up Corolla. You are better off with the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport with 2.5 liter engine and AWD than buying the 2.0 liter UX. Less money, better performance, faster, better looking and handling.
@Norm T And you old Buick Encore was a junk that's why you don't have it any longer. And this car have average 42 mpg fuel consumption you Encore's average was at best 25 mpg.
@@squidproquo2241 the old SFI iron block Encore was in consideration when for low $20's when trading in the 2016 Envision 2.0T. But the novelty of a similar priced TourX 2.0T won is over. It also sees almost 40 mpg at the speed limit. The Encore with optional SIDI is seeing 50 mpg....please keep up!
@Norm T Observe AVERAGE ..,. repeat after me AVERAGE OK? This means city driving stop and go traffic included ... Please learn to understand what you read and hear. Still, Encore is a junk ... Most of them carries a ghost in the machine
@@squidproquo2241 I live near a major metropolitan city but spend most of my time at highway speeds. I travel less in the city as a large number of North Americans we spend a few miles at city speeds but travel many more miles at higher speeds so hwy fuel economy is most important.
So help me out here... Why do people complain about the acceleration of hybrids? They are DESIGNED to be fuel efficient, not racecars. That's the one reason I don't own a hybrid yet because I'm not to that point in my life yet where I don't care about get up and go. 😂 With that being said, almost every reviewer here in America knocks hybrids for not being fast. You can't have it both ways, IMO.
It is style over function vehicle. This is what Lexus states. It is also for city driving mostly. Compare a over 10 y.o. BMW/Audi to Lexus and you might understand the price difference.
To spend $ 34,000 on a car only to praise the 40 mpg is not very smart for a buyer. If you care about MPG, then it means the cost of the car is much more important. 20k, 25k is the range I would recommend going, with similar MPG. If you want to spend 34k on a small car, then go ahead it's your money. But for 34k you can get much much better options, including full size cars or medium size SUV's at only minimal extra MPG usage. Great review as always Alex!
@Kromer0 if this car would have been only about the mpg your comment would have made sense. ... however what the heck are you talking about, where did you get that idea is a mystery. If just being able to type words on the computer the one that you have wouldn't be a smart choice because you are using an unnecessarily expensive computer for that purpose. It is not very smart to buy a very powerful computer and use it for light work.
Are you against choice? Just because someone can afford "luxury" car doesn`t mean the priority is speed. Some people like quiet and comfortable interior in a car that does not break. This is what that Lexus offers. Some people care about ecology - IMAGINE THAT!!! Some people do not like low cars - easy to scratch even in the city. This model is over designed for my taste but it still make sense for a lot of buyers without families who do a lot of commuting.
Jay Dez Commuters would hate manuals. But manuals have a market in performance segment and entry models. Worldwide many Toyotas don’t even have curtain airbags. Many drivers choose to save money by going manual. Camry or Lexus drivers of course would love AT.
For al daily driver, what would you choose before the the UX in the 30K - 40K price. Thank you so much. I love your reviews. God bless, and in vest in Bitcoin.
The Corolla called and it wants its engines back. The Camry's 2.5 Hybrid and non-Hybrid power plants would be more suitable without harming mpg. To add insult to injury, there is a terrible lack of rear leg and head room. Why Toyota, why? #CrampedInterior #SlowerThanACorolla
Hi Alex I understand that the Lexus electric motors (front and rear) kick in at low speeds (assuming ambient temperature operation and there is sufficient charge in the batteries to operate the electric motors) and above a certain speed, the gasoline engine kicks in. When that happens, does it mean that the vehicle now becomes front-wheel-drive only? Does this also mean that all-wheel-drive is only possible when vehicle speed is below a certain threshold and there is sufficient charge in the batteries?
They might depending on customers asking for it. The new platform is ready for eAWD. That was mentioned by Toyota on one of the YT videos. Personally, I think it is great idea. There is no AWD mechanical system to maintain. According to Alex (RAV4 video) it kicks in early. It offers good millage. It is what I need most of the time on my trips when the wheels start spinning while starting on wet tarmac up hill ;) I also dream about 3.5l hybrid eCVT from Highlander on LC 150 (Prado). The rest should of course stay as it is with mechanical 4WD. This, apparently, might happen when Toyota upgrades their body on frame architecture.
@@squidproquo2241 in reality I wouldn't mind buying the Lexus rx450 Hybrid but it does not give you 40 miles per gallon like the new Toyota RAV4 hybrid and that is why I am interested in. Hoping to see next year the Lexus rx450 Hybrid with the same mpg that will be something interesting to see
But the kicker to me would be the comfort of those Lexus seats. I don't know that other than the Chrysler 300 that any other car manufacturer comes close. I've driven the Rav4 Hybrid a couple of days ago, and the noise and comfort level were okay, but not as comfortable as the UX.
I like the interior styling, but I wish these lower tier luxury brands had simpler screen interfaces as opposed to the touchpad or knobs.. I don't mind reaching to interact with my stereo.
Toyota/Lexus really needs to incorporate better engines in their vehicles... I understand they're reliable and fuel efficient, but holy cow this thing needs more horsepower.
@@rightlanehog3151 How would it actually fit to the platform? Not all of them have the same size etc. Even if it is the same global platform there are still variants and other decisions - like factories etc. This is an alternative for CT200 not the RAV4 ;)
God those blacked out wheel arches are uuuugly, why do manufactures always insist on adding big mat-black plastic there. Just paint the edge's the same as the body color. >
@@squidproquo2241 The hell you on about? I don't even think I've watched a Kona video review yet. but if I'm just forgetting sure I might make that comment... How does that make me Bigoted though? It's a design critique from a possible consumer of a product. Are we not allowed to due so as paying customers? If I'm just saying "All Kia sucks" and then provide no evidence to the contrary sure I'd be a hater but I'm not. Maybe stop being so sensitive and learn the difference?
Ask any mechanic if they would buy used BMW/Audi with their own money and then talk about "engine option". Lexus always no engine option. This is not a sport car, on top of that it is raised and meant to be driven in the city. Why would you need anything more powerful for bumper to bumper traffic?
@@flakgun153 People truly interested in driving would often do karting. 100 HP in these for sure give better driving experience than a second hand M-BMW.
The title is ludicrous. Not even Lexus can defeat the laws of physics. More power requires more energy, ergo more fuel. Some use hybrid motors to enhance speed. But for most vehicles in this class, hybrids are set up to enhance MPGs.
Pretty simple Physics/Engineering. Light weight material used for the Camry/Avalon despite its powertrain. The UX is just too heavy for its powertrain.
I despise all that plastic trimming all around the car's bottom exterior.. you have to buy it black for it to blend in at least. And no full led signals on an hybrid?
Hi Alex, I am planning to buy the 2020 UX 250h or the mazda CX 5 2020 signature model. I am looking for a small SUV with a headups display, 360 camera, heated seats, planning to buy a dashcam (lexus offers this), mazda doesn't. Which make would you recommend, or any other models? I would like to spend close to $50,000 as possible.
Despite the re-badging haters, Alex nailed it. This car is a pragmatic and needed inclusion. Until the Tesla this year, the RX 350 was the best selling luxury car in America. Lexus expects this car to outsell even the RX. For someone who wants a RELIABLE and sensible small luxury car with great mileage (rather than a buzzy tin box), this luxury entry was a long time coming. It’s a Lexus in every regard. Lexus has a reputation for NEVER rebadging but instead truly differentiating above the Toyota’s. This car will be a sales hit; that’s pretty much the bottom line. And don’t hate a car for an economical engine or a small back seat, just buy a car that suits your purpose. This platform is a Toyota CH-R with a Corolla drivetrain. This car is for Corolla Hatch people who choose to pay for a Lexus. Not a bad idea when Corolla’s sell in the millions.
true but they better had put in the turbo or the 2.5ltr !
The RX is the best selling luxury SUV. When they talk about Tesla in sales comparisons, they are talking about ALL Tesla combined. All Tesla cars are NOT SUVs. The RX itself (NOT the entire Lexus fleet) outsells most Luxury SUVs combined. Also, what some seem to forget, the RX is NOT an electric vehicle!
I absolutely LOVE my Lexus UX 250h. I love it every moment I drive it. In fact, the relative (and I emphasize "relative") lack of "aggressive" acceleration (it's plenty aggressive for me!) reminds me in a more existential way that it's the journey that matters, not the destination. When I get to work (in a mostly down hill trek, catching green lights) and the MPG is 51...yeah, I LOVE this car. Most times, it's over 40. That's pretty darn OK with me too!
@@fcex558 What a socially conscious, non-ego-driven guy you must be! Wow. I bet you're a yoga teacher, aren't you!
It's really nice to drive. I test drove it and felt like I wanted to drive for hours. So enjoyable.
Me too!!! You took the words right out of my head!! 👍🏽
wow..real passion for his job...respect
I drive Lexus for 21 years. I got their first RX in 1998. IS, ES followed. Two weeks ago a bought UX 250H AWD Luxury. I love this car even more than previous models. It feels like it was made with me in mind. Not too long (like ES), not too small. Very comfortable, quiet, fuel efficient, reliable just to mention a few. Two seconds slower in acceleration from 0 to 60 m/h could mean something on the race track but not on the streets of Chicago. I'm very happy with my purchase. Ohhh.....forgot to mention that none of my cars EVER failed me.... zero problems! On the other hand this car was designed for a woman. 90% buyers are women. This nice review is done by the man from the man's perspective and I get it 😉, and thank you Alex.
and are you going to lie like Alex and tell us you are getting 42 MPG?
@@chadhaire1711 www.spritmonitor.de/de/uebersicht/26-Lexus/1770-UX_250h.html?fueltype=2&vehicletype=1&constyear_s=2009&constyear_e=2020&power_s=100&power_e=225
@@kubanskiloewe real mileage is 36 highway and 35 city unless you drive super slow then might get 40 mpg, and the post you sent is worthless metric
@@chadhaire1711 you are worthless ,lol ! the best of these 10 get 47 mpg in real world ! the average near 40mpg ! you can filter fot other LExus or better Toyota models with these new Hybrids and they do pretty well; f.e. the Corolla. I drive my 2,3ton ship with 3,5ltrV6Hybrid at these days with 6,6ltr/100km which is 35mpg !! yes , i´m driving not faster than 80km/h (53mph) but in city and countryroads its ok ! Best car since 25 years !!
@@kubanskiloewe bullshit
Who else but Alex would do his review in the pouring rain! That’s dedication! Lol
Chris A222 he’s a class act. one of the best!
Doug demuro
Wade Higgins-disagree. DD’s annoying schtick got old after the first couple of reviews. Yes, we get it, “quirks and features”. And a stupid “Doug Score”. Not a fan AT ALL.
Only Alex would think we were stupid enough to believe this really gets 42 mpg in mixed driving BULLSHIT
@Chris A222 _ He is not reviewing in the rain. He is narrating his review and editing a video about his results while driving in the rain. Did you see a 0 -60 run? 1/4 mile run? Brake test? etc. No!
Thats what i call dedication. I never seen any car reviewers literary reviewing car in the rain. Keep it up alex. Best car review channel period
Alex is a true professional conducting this review in the rain and not missing a beat. Someone buy this man a drink and out it on my freaking tab!!
Great review as always Alex. You’re a boss for filming in that weather!
You are the best car reviewer.
Appreciate your hard work
This car is the best If you are an urbanite who lived in a busy city. It is nimble and has the best turning radius. Perfect for city driving,
I don’t get why people are so negative about this vehicle. Owning this car for over a month now here is a list of I have experienced with the UX 250h luxury package.
The e-all wheel drive works well in winter conditions ( I live in Canada) giving you traction when you needed.
This is not a performance car in any way but is fast enough for what it is and handling is just matched to the car as well.
This is not a family vehicle, if you have two small children you may be okay cargo is limited.
Interior of the car does not scream luxury on all the sense of the word but is nicely finished and the instrumentation very well laid out.
The big plus is that it takes regular gas compared to the turbo engines that take premium.
R.M. I think the main objections to the UX stem from the perception that the performance and functionality fail to match the price. Alex is a very fair-minded, mature reviewer and he can't get over these deficiencies either. Although it should be far more reliable than the European competition, it is no more reliable than Toyota's other offerings. I have no use for a rocket but surely a Lexus has to be quicker than an ordinary Corolla? Having said all that, you did not buy a UX to please others you bought it to please yourself. I hope you enjoy it for a long time.
Right Lane Hog I agree with you regarding Alex’s reviews, they are the best non biased on you tube that’s why I’m subscribed to his channel.
I don’t know what exactly dictates the price on a vehicle. I doubt very much is dollar per feature or horsepower. But I can tell you that as far as luxury vehicles goes part of what you pay for is the name alone.
Now if it was me I would be probably be happy with a manual transmission Corolla. But my wife just loves her UX, the exterior design, interior layout, size and drivetrain. She does not care much about power and speed that’s why she traded her 2015 Lexus NX for this one. Like on any car it has it’s compromises of course, there’s no perfect car. But as you’ve said, you should get a car that pleases you the most.
@@robertom883 I would probably take the manual Corolla SE hatch over this and pocket the other 10-15 grand. As a Canadian, I might even consider the S model to get 15" wheels to protect my car from the vicious potholes/craters on our roads. If I was looking for a hybrid , I would wait for the new RAV4 which will be made here.
@@rightlanehog3151 If he likes the looks and the interior then it was a good choice. This is why choice exist.
Personally I would go for RAV4, if the noise is fine on motorway. This I will need to check by myself. Fortunately there is eAWD Harrier in Japan.
@@rightlanehog3151 The UX looks like the Corolla Hatchback and Rav 4 had a baby! Way too overpriced. 🤔😋
Awesome review, I just picked up a new UX250h in premium trim, the rear combination taillights are actually all LED including the turn signals, the reverse lights are also LED at the bumper area.
msiumng after 5 months what has been your experience as it relates to mpg. Are you getting more than the listed 42 mpg?
@@Pianistp3 I can assure you that 42 MPG Alex is listed is BULLCRAP
@@Pianistp3 I'm getting 36 mind you I do a lot of short distances and I'm in Toronto where it's cold right now. I can see myself getting probably more than 41 come spring.
@@ruimanuelcarvalho3432 Nice, have this too and I am also in Toronto. I seen a couple of white UX's, which color do you have?
@@chadhaire1711I can assure you it's not, I've been getting 41mpg on eco and I'm pretty heavy footed
If I am shopping for a Lexus, my decision is based on the legendary reliability of the Lexus brand, so I'm not particularly interested in "competitors." This model interests me because of the incredible fuel mileage and small footprint and I will gladly trade swiftness for those attributes. I love this channel, Alex is one of the best.
i drove it...its pure fun with one of the best suspension you can get today and its soo quiet.....except of the shit underpowered 4cyl....my 6cylHybrid is MUCH more less stressed and you can drive it mostly very smooth with a litle throttle.
Lexus IS just reliable but not fun since the competition have more then just reliable ( perfomer ) for German car. For reliable is toyota/lexus for fun German car
Thanks for putting up with the weather to bring us another great review Alex.
I actually think this looks really cool, but it’s hard to justify the cost when a new RAV4 hybrid is just around the corner. It might make more sense in a couple years when you can by a used one at a much lower cost.
The RAV4 Hybrid seems better in every way.
The rav4 is the better choice by far price ans practicality smoke this lexus i cant belive anyone would even consider it
It looks cool but is not practical. So all depends on the individual needs. It is still more practical than most sedans though :)
RAV4 is different market as it has no prestige. Do not get me wrong - I might buy it in eAWD as it makes sense for most of my needs. If it is loud I go for Harrier.
I disagree completely. If you're even comparing them like this, then the UX is definitely not for you. They price out near identical, $3k difference, but you get the same fuel economy. You get more luxury, but most important your value with a Lexus label will retain on trade in. RAV4 will be mass, and the interior still looks blah, like a cheap economy thing. So to even be putting the 2 side by side says you're not the target at all. It's not for you, and that's OK. It's definitely for me, and this video made me decide. The driving pleasure alone of this vs a RAV4 is awesome. So Right Lane Hog isn't doing the homework (assuming it's a woman). Why? She didn't look at the details.
@@valdius85 You said it better than me. No prestige, feels cheap in an economy type of way. Price points are very close, so why not retain more value and have some pampering with the UX interior?
Thumbs up for giving us such a great review even in the pouring rain! This is why your channel is my favorite when it comes to car reviews !
You have just completed the single most thoughtful, thorough and "REAL" reviews from a drivers perspective that I've seen on this vehicle. Wow, you're spot on. I LOVE THE UX, and seeing this color, guess what. It's what I'm now going to buy. I just subscribed. You're a professional, not just a good job, but you're easy to listen to and watch. Thanks!! Lexus should give you my commission.
If this was a :real" review he would not be claiming the fake 42 mpg claim..never gonna happen
Seeing Alex standing next to the car, I realize more than ever that a lot of today’s smaller SUVs aren’t SUVs. They’re basically station wagons!
But CALLING them a “Wagon” is like a kiss of death in the automotive world. I, personally, love wagons, but I’m not the norm, unfortunately.
Think of this as a sports car with room. Perfect for two people but capable of carrying 4 in reasonable comfort, but you won't buy it for rear seat room, so who cares. So it's not big, but very comfortable and high quality materials inside. I'm 6-3 and find the seats very comfortable. Acceleration is quite adequate (I have the 250h), so who cares if it's second slower since you rarely floor it anyway. And I'm routinely getting 45+, so I find that worthy of consideration as I appreciate economy of operation. Plus reliability ought to be weighted a bit more than it seems to be. Anyway, I like it and feel it's worth the price.
Yes, for the true cost of a car factor in gas mileage, maintenance, and repairs along with resale value and I think you’ll find that this vehicle is less than half the cost of it’s European rivals and is the intelligent choice for this type of vehicle.
If you want something faster and better handling then you should look at something like an Acura Integra.
Also, with a proper set of snow tires the
e-AWD is plenty good enough in snow and don’t forget you won’t have the rather expensive change of rear differential oil to deal with.
You’re a no-limits soldier. Respect. Great review!
Alex, you were so close! not all Lexus come with the standard safety features. The GX 460 doesn't come standard with Lexus safety system plus 😣. Great review
Doesn't much as when in inclement weather when AWD might be needed those electronic safety aides usually shut off and are inoperable.
Meh, the GX doesn't count LOL
Alex is just a BOSS ! Dont give a EFF about the rain
I like the color and the design is more pleasing than most Lexus products. It looks like a kind hearted vehicle, not a war wagon. Maybe it's the color that fixes the Lexus-Toyota design curse.
Alex you are a Trooper! I actually like this car.
All the European models you mentioned have a terrible long term track record for reliability and extremely high repair costs.
Very true but they are also quicker than a $20,000 Corolla.
They have a terrible short term track record for reliability. :)
but in every other category the German cars are better
Took my wife to a Toyota dealer to check out the new RAV4. She liked it but fell IN LOVE with the UX for roughly the same price. The RAV4 is roomier and more practical, but the UX feels more “special”. Ended up putting a deposit down on the UX250H. Do not disregard brand cache on par with BMW with Lexus’s history of reliability and resale.
If you worried about resale I think you should have went with last gen RAV4 instead of Lexus. There are probably no good deals on the new RAV4.
Lexus looses it value just like any other luxury vehicle. So I wouldn't believe the wive's tale about Lexus holding their value. Residual values are set by the banks and the food chain of auction and dealerships just play along to make as much money as they can out the consumers.
Edmunds long term test of the Lexus GS loosing over 1/3 of it's value from MSRP.
"Resale and Depreciation:
We accumulated 20,940 miles on our 2013 Lexus GS 350. Edmunds' TMV® Calculator valued the vehicle at $47,431 based on a private-party sale. The market did not seem to support this price, as CarMax offered us $40,000 and the best we could muster from a private partywas $41,000. This made for 30-percent depreciation from our paid price of $58,377. We were disappointed
This is an interesting point of view. I know in other industries Japanese firms have realized women are a very powerful untapped economic force and are shifting focus to them. I personally think this is total crap compared to most of the Toyota line, not to mention luxury competitors, but perhaps Toyota has a market in mind for this vehicle.
Of course women have individual variation, but as a group they have superior vision and are generally more risk adverse than men so a vehicle that prioritizes design and reliability like this Lexus might be well served marketing to women.
Regarding vision, there's evidence that all women have finer ability to differentiate color than men, but they also have the potential for tetrachromatic vision, meaning they have a 4th type of cell to see color that men can't have (men with the tetrachromatic vision gene are actually colorblind...)
I guess that's it. I thought the RAV4 would have been a better vehicle overall, but the UX provoked a more emotional response.
To her, the UX was akin to a designer purse or shoes where the RAV4 was like 12-pack of socks at Costco. The UX makes a statement while the RAV4 blends in.
@@normt5463 Buying last year's RAV4 instead of the UX sounds incredibly dull and would have been a non-starter.
@@Ravenankh then there goes your resale compared to Toyota or other economy SUVs.
24:20 in my experience pragmatism leads to an overall better vehicle ownership experience.
Great review Alex! Unbelievable how you know all the spec's without reading a cue-card.
I don't like the ears popping out the sides of the instrument cluster. All in all, I like the UX.
i always appreciate your choice of appropriate song for each review you do. "slowly" was the perfect song for this car
Really appreciate the comparison and scores segments
The show must go on
Review in hail ..... That's dedication. Thanks
My 10/2020 UX 250h even in sport mode does 56 MPG. Thats 46 MPG in the USA.
Most non hybrid petrols do 34 MPG. So 56 MPG is fabulous!
The battery is not under the cargo area! Under the floor is a plastic tray and under that there is another split tray for pump, can of goo and towing eye. Under that is a what would be a wheel well in the non hybrid. There is wheel securing spigot in the middle but to the left is a lump. The rest of the well can be used for storage.
Hey Alex, thanks for the plug about those Frankenstein knobs...I made the same comment on another Lexus review you did. Next up: cyclops instrument panel, lol.
Hard working in that rain..... thumb up!
I love Lexus
Hey mate if you like Lexus, I have made a few reviews on them. If you have time to watch them let me know what you think :)
Feels like alex is doing a middle finger salute at the rain shooting the video. #dedication
Find a inside parking lot next time when the weather are bad. You do great job.
Bruh, one word...U.M.B.R.E.L.L.A!
The hybrid battery is under the rear seat. The reason why you don’t have the same boot space is because of the 12v battery. Because of the car has the 2,0 hybrid there is no room for the battery in the engine bay.
Yep, just like it's predecessor, the CT200H
the 2.5ltr would be better for this relative heavy car !
@ 4:03 -- Look at the overhang past the front wheels -- HOLY HELL.
Just buy a top end trim RAV4 and you will be much happier with your smart choice.
This car is nothing but a badge pricing abuse.
SiNister SaRuM maybe people want something that looks more car-like since the new Rav looks more rugged
but the UX looks cleaner than current gen RAV4 and you get nicer interior design to.
The RAV4 looks horrible, though. This doesn't compare with the Rav4 anyway, this is in the same class as their CHR which is horrible all the way around.
Rav4 is too big and mostly for women (My Mom has a Rav4). The UX is targeted to people who are looking at the CH-R. Also, the new Rav4 looks so ugly and boring.
@@willnye9788 I like new RAV4 looks. I like plasticy rugged vehicle. They are easy to clean after the road trips to nature. I only worry RAV4 is loud on motorways. If so I will go for Harrier.
the best ,and must prepare tester on the blog
Respect!
Good looking car.
Alex, this is the 1st review in the rain I have ever seen. Thumbs up for you👍👍. It's basically a very expensive dressed up Corolla. You are better off with the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport with 2.5 liter engine and AWD than buying the 2.0 liter UX. Less money, better performance, faster, better looking and handling.
ux should be the one, electric rear power makes it fun to drive
Thank you for the review. Well done !
Hey mate if you like Lexus, I have made a few reviews on them. If you have time to watch them let me know what you think :)
That purple color is so legit
At this price point, and the fact that gas averages $2.30 per gallon in my state, I don’t find the hybrid particularly thrifty. But great review.
Our old 2013 Buick Encore would get almost 40 mph at 60 mph. And that was with 1.4T...and AWD!
@Norm T And you old Buick Encore was a junk that's why you don't have it any longer. And this car have average 42 mpg fuel consumption you Encore's average was at best 25 mpg.
@@squidproquo2241 the old SFI iron block Encore was in consideration when for low $20's when trading in the 2016 Envision 2.0T. But the novelty of a similar priced TourX 2.0T won is over. It also sees almost 40 mpg at the speed limit.
The Encore with optional SIDI is seeing 50 mpg....please keep up!
@Norm T Observe AVERAGE ..,. repeat after me AVERAGE OK? This means city driving stop and go traffic included ... Please learn to understand what you read and hear. Still, Encore is a junk ... Most of them carries a ghost in the machine
@@squidproquo2241 I live near a major metropolitan city but spend most of my time at highway speeds. I travel less in the city as a large number of North Americans we spend a few miles at city speeds but travel many more miles at higher speeds so hwy fuel economy is most important.
Good review. Very comprehensive
So help me out here... Why do people complain about the acceleration of hybrids? They are DESIGNED to be fuel efficient, not racecars. That's the one reason I don't own a hybrid yet because I'm not to that point in my life yet where I don't care about get up and go. 😂 With that being said, almost every reviewer here in America knocks hybrids for not being fast. You can't have it both ways, IMO.
yes you can
Nice review but you’re messing with my ocd with the out of sync outside and inside cameras
The UX and NX are the better looking of Lexus’s SUVs. The RX is over styled by a lot, the GX is bland, and the LX just doesn’t work with the grille
the old RX up to 2015 is fine.....the 2020 refreshed grill is also much better now
Congratulations Lexus, you have just produced your slowest F-SPORT labeled vehicle!
True.
@@rightlanehog3151 **Yet!
Don’t encourage them!
F-Sport badge is nothing but some tweaked design & badging. It never increased performance/horsepower in any Lexus.
@blitzbbffl Congratulations you just posted your most idiotic comment on youtube
The backseat comfort and the plain interior look on the passenger side kills it for me. For a $30k+ price tag, I would have expected much better.
You should expect much better.
It’s much more reliable than European garbage.
It is style over function vehicle. This is what Lexus states. It is also for city driving mostly.
Compare a over 10 y.o. BMW/Audi to Lexus and you might understand the price difference.
To spend $ 34,000 on a car only to praise the 40 mpg is not very smart for a buyer. If you care about MPG, then it means the cost of the car is much more important. 20k, 25k is the range I would recommend going, with similar MPG. If you want to spend 34k on a small car, then go ahead it's your money. But for 34k you can get much much better options, including full size cars or medium size SUV's at only minimal extra MPG usage. Great review as always Alex!
@Kromer0 if this car would have been only about the mpg your comment would have made sense. ... however what the heck are you talking about, where did you get that idea is a mystery. If just being able to type words on the computer the one that you have wouldn't be a smart choice because you are using an unnecessarily expensive computer for that purpose. It is not very smart to buy a very powerful computer and use it for light work.
Are you against choice? Just because someone can afford "luxury" car doesn`t mean the priority is speed. Some people like quiet and comfortable interior in a car that does not break. This is what that Lexus offers. Some people care about ecology - IMAGINE THAT!!!
Some people do not like low cars - easy to scratch even in the city.
This model is over designed for my taste but it still make sense for a lot of buyers without families who do a lot of commuting.
Toyota should drop belt CVT all together. Entry manual. Then either eCVT hybrid or 8AT. Then top trim expensive 10AT.
Luke iPanda who is going to buy those entry manuals? You are targeting a market that likes manual AND like the cheapest options.
Jay Dez Commuters would hate manuals. But manuals have a market in performance segment and entry models. Worldwide many Toyotas don’t even have curtain airbags. Many drivers choose to save money by going manual. Camry or Lexus drivers of course would love AT.
For al daily driver, what would you choose before the the UX in the 30K - 40K price. Thank you so much. I love your reviews. God bless, and in vest in Bitcoin.
No touch screen bothers. It is a great car thou.
The Corolla called and it wants its engines back. The Camry's 2.5 Hybrid and non-Hybrid power plants would be more suitable without harming mpg. To add insult to injury, there is a terrible lack of rear leg and head room. Why Toyota, why? #CrampedInterior #SlowerThanACorolla
Lexus needs to step it from the Toyota offerings for sure. Funny no mention of C-HR that it is based on.
Isn’t this basically Corolla hatchback with big tires
@@efavuzza73 lol! Toyota Urus?!
its a subcompact thus why they didn’t put the camry motor in
Ladies & gentlemen, the TNGA-C platform is used on the UX, CH-R, Corolla hatchback/Auris, and Prius/Prius Prime.
Video=Like, Lexus UX=Dislike. The cockpit is a designed mess, not driver friendly with the infotainment and controls. Thanks for sharing Alex.
I wish toyota would put a sunroof on the CHR. I can't spent several thousands more for the lexus version just to get a sunroof.
i never will buy a car without it ! i bought my frist car 1991 with a metal sunroof and no AC ....drove it 22years !
Like every toyota chr full version have sunroot
Dude, it’s raining, your crazy!!!
Hi Alex
I understand that the Lexus electric motors (front and rear) kick in at low speeds (assuming ambient temperature operation and there is sufficient charge in the batteries to operate the electric motors) and above a certain speed, the gasoline engine kicks in. When that happens, does it mean that the vehicle now becomes front-wheel-drive only? Does this also mean that all-wheel-drive is only possible when vehicle speed is below a certain threshold and there is sufficient charge in the batteries?
Toyota should make all there hybrids AWD
I agree.
Where should they do their hybrids?
They might depending on customers asking for it. The new platform is ready for eAWD. That was mentioned by Toyota on one of the YT videos.
Personally, I think it is great idea. There is no AWD mechanical system to maintain. According to Alex (RAV4 video) it kicks in early. It offers good millage. It is what I need most of the time on my trips when the wheels start spinning while starting on wet tarmac up hill ;)
I also dream about 3.5l hybrid eCVT from Highlander on LC 150 (Prado). The rest should of course stay as it is with mechanical 4WD. This, apparently, might happen when Toyota upgrades their body on frame architecture.
In ultrasonic blue Mica 2.0!!! I haven't seen one yet.
Saw a Lexus IS the other day in this and I had to pause to look at it. Gorgeous color
@@swanblake I have a video posting tomorrow on my top 5 lexus paint colors :) stay tuned!
People thought the nx competes with the x1 instead of the x3 because the nx really a class behind in terms of quality
UX URBAN XPLORER. MADE FOR CITY COMMUTING
Hey Alex, keep your driving and steering videos in sync
alex, you're in the rain. you're going to catch a cold. car reviews are dangerous! lol
It is beautiful but I still want the new RAV4
Don't expect much, it sucks.. Interior is cheap and drives just like the last gen with no improvement in refinement
@Daniel Moncada Go for it, this car is a luxury brand anyway
@@squidproquo2241 in reality I wouldn't mind buying the Lexus rx450 Hybrid but it does not give you 40 miles per gallon like the new Toyota RAV4 hybrid and that is why I am interested in. Hoping to see next year the Lexus rx450 Hybrid with the same mpg that will be something interesting to see
@Daniel Moncada As I said go for it and buy the RAV4, RX450 is also a luxury brand ANYWAY and you will never get the same mpg out of it :)
@@squidproquo2241 😎😍😘😋
quality, comfort, economy and high durability which car can beat this?
RAV4 Hybrid.
@@rightlanehog3151 yeah. Much more room, much better acceleration, and the fuel economy is just 1 or 2 MPG worse.
But the kicker to me would be the comfort of those Lexus seats. I don't know that other than the Chrysler 300 that any other car manufacturer comes close. I've driven the Rav4 Hybrid a couple of days ago, and the noise and comfort level were okay, but not as comfortable as the UX.
The MPG numbers don't add up for the other vehicles in this segment for comparison so long term fuel cost can be a big deciding factor.
His 42 MPG claim is BULLCRAP
Pretty sure the Q3 won't be sold here for another YEAR, unless you're talking about the OLD one.
Update: it supports Android Auto now and dealerships install it for free
I'd rather rain anyday over - 20 and snow.... Good mpg. Rav4 hybrid would be my poor man's choice
take the RAV4Prime
BMW reliability? VOLVO'S resale value? AUDI'S turbos? Really... I see the point here about the UX
after driving over 20years our german brands i can agree ;-)
I like the interior styling, but I wish these lower tier luxury brands had simpler screen interfaces as opposed to the touchpad or knobs.. I don't mind reaching to interact with my stereo.
Toyota/Lexus really needs to incorporate better engines in their vehicles... I understand they're reliable and fuel efficient, but holy cow this thing needs more horsepower.
For the price there is no excuse for the low HP. On top of that, the bigger engines (2.5) would not actually harm mpg.
@@rightlanehog3151 How would it actually fit to the platform? Not all of them have the same size etc. Even if it is the same global platform there are still variants and other decisions - like factories etc. This is an alternative for CT200 not the RAV4 ;)
@@valdius85 It is 2019, It is unacceptable to have the same performance that the CT200h had 10 years ago.
Is that a new license plate design for California? Looks nice with the black lettering on white background.
God those blacked out wheel arches are uuuugly, why do manufactures always insist on adding big mat-black plastic there. Just paint the edge's
the same as the body color. >
BigHeadClan Aztek strikes back 17 years later
@@nap8187 Hah, those things actually looked pretty good though. Zero reliability but not bad looking.
@BigHeadClan Come on bigoted hater put this remark under the Hyundai Kona video as well .... you can NOT because you are bigoted hater ...
@@squidproquo2241 The hell you on about? I don't even think I've watched a Kona video review yet. but if I'm just forgetting sure I might make that comment... How does that make me Bigoted though? It's a design critique from a possible consumer of a product. Are we not allowed to due so as paying customers?
If I'm just saying "All Kia sucks" and then provide no evidence to the contrary sure I'd be a hater but I'm not. Maybe stop being so sensitive and learn the difference?
@@BigHeadClan Angry angry shh
Guessing Lexus still gives a first aid kit, but unfortunately (for you) no umbrella.
Engine option is joke if you compare with competition.
What competition?
Ask any mechanic if they would buy used BMW/Audi with their own money and then talk about "engine option".
Lexus always no engine option. This is not a sport car, on top of that it is raised and meant to be driven in the city. Why would you need anything more powerful for bumper to bumper traffic?
@@flakgun153 People truly interested in driving would often do karting. 100 HP in these for sure give better driving experience than a second hand M-BMW.
For everyone who has driven a UX, would u say due to it's power it would make passing or merging on the highway dangerous?
Not at all.
Where is that road? Looks good for test drives. But it's far too green for the SF Bay Area!
Credits say Ford provided the vehicle? Is that an oversight?
Yikes! How did we miss that?
The title is ludicrous. Not even Lexus can defeat the laws of physics. More power requires more energy, ergo more fuel. Some use hybrid motors to enhance speed. But for most vehicles in this class, hybrids are set up to enhance MPGs.
How is it that the Camry and avolon hybrid get better mileage. And why not used the 2.5 instead of 2.0
But why better mileage in a smaller engine hybrid
Pretty simple Physics/Engineering. Light weight material used for the Camry/Avalon despite its powertrain. The UX is just too heavy for its powertrain.
Arnt reliability and fuel economy numbers 1&2?
So 135 kw, that's ok for a small suv. 9hp rear motor, lol, must use the rear end from the Prius Prime awd.
Whats funny is all those competitors to the Lexus will die waaaaay before that Lexus has any issues 🤣🤣💀
Digging the nice raincoat.
Love Toyota Lexus but I think my loaded 2016 Prius has better space and MPG than thus
16:39 ...Alex is blind
Brady Bisgard And you lie because of ....?
Oh man. You are either very busy or very love reviewing cars.
Or both
I think Lexus should dump the touchpad with a variety of buttons and go with a larger screen like Tesla.
I despise all that plastic trimming all around the car's bottom exterior.. you have to buy it black for it to blend in at least. And no full led signals on an hybrid?
16:38 something with more cargo and as efficient , you meet that at 16:38 ...and just as exciting to drive
Hi Alex, I am planning to buy the 2020 UX 250h or the mazda CX 5 2020 signature model. I am looking for a small SUV with a headups display, 360 camera, heated seats, planning to buy a dashcam (lexus offers this), mazda doesn't. Which make would you recommend, or any other models? I would like to spend close to $50,000 as possible.
the UX is great car with all goodies !