Lexus HS 250h vs Lexus UX Hybrid
Overview | |
MSRP$37,030 | MSRP$35,200 |
Average price | Average price$32,269 |
Listings91 | Listings1873 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe glossary of automotive terminology is quite elastic. Words like sedan, coupe, and SUV were once used to describe very specific types of vehicles. But as automotive genres have blended, so have the definitions of these words. It’s how Porsche and Mercedes-Benz can call four-door SUVs with limited cargo space “coupes.” And it’s how the 2021 Lexus UX Hybrid can be generously described as a sport utility vehicle. The UX is considered a crossover SUV but, in reality, it’s a hatchback with a slight lift and added plastic wheel arches. You won’t be off-roading in the UX. Heck, even certain unpaved roads will be too much for the UX. But the smallest Lexus crossover is an incredibly refined commuter, and the hybrid is an efficient machine for daily driving. The UX also has underwhelming acceleration and is in desperate need of an infotainment system update. But the luxury hybrid small SUV segment is a small one. Will this extreme niche insulate it from its deficiencies? Read on to find out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 187 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 181 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City35 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway38 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 187 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 181 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City35 | MPG City41 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway38 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsOptional | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemOptional | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.1 cu ft | Cargo Space17.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3682 lbs | Curb Weight3605 lbs |
Height59.3 in | Height60.6 in |
Length184.8 in | Length177.0 in |
Width70.3 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase106.3 in | Wheelbase103.9 in |
Maximum Payload825 lbs | Maximum Payload890 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $37,030 | $35,200 |
Average price | $32,269 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The glossary of automotive terminology is quite elastic. Words like sedan, coupe, and SUV were once used to describe very specific types of vehicles. But as automotive genres have blended, so have the definitions of these words. It’s how Porsche and Mercedes-Benz can call four-door SUVs with limited cargo space “coupes.” And it’s how the 2021 Lexus UX Hybrid can be generously described as a sport utility vehicle. The UX is considered a crossover SUV but, in reality, it’s a hatchback with a slight lift and added plastic wheel arches. You won’t be off-roading in the UX. Heck, even certain unpaved roads will be too much for the UX. But the smallest Lexus crossover is an incredibly refined commuter, and the hybrid is an efficient machine for daily driving. The UX also has underwhelming acceleration and is in desperate need of an infotainment system update. But the luxury hybrid small SUV segment is a small one. Will this extreme niche insulate it from its deficiencies? Read on to find out. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 187 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 181 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 35 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 38 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 187 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 181 hp I4 Hybrid |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 35 | 41 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 38 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.1 cu ft | 17.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3682 lbs | 3605 lbs |
Height | 59.3 in | 60.6 in |
Length | 184.8 in | 177.0 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | 890 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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