The 2024 Lexus UX variety is now solely amazed, bringing a more effective hybrid system and a boost of almost $10,000 to the rate of entry– now beginning with $55,370 plus on-road expenses. Gone are the UX 200 gas and UX 250h hybrid designs, changed by the more effective UX 300h hybrid to sign up with the all-electric UX 300e which got a considerable upgrade in battery and variety in 2023. “The UX 200 Petrol will no longer be produced for the Australian market as regional Lexus consumers continue to favour HEV, PHEV and BEV powertrains,” Lexus Australia stated in its media release. Stream Supercars and more motorsport action live and totally free on 7plus This now indicates the UX no longer damages the brand-new LBX all-hybrid child crossover as the least expensive Lexus on sale in Australia. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Headlining the modifications is the improved 2.0-litre hybrid drivetrain in the UX 300h, which gains from an 11kW bump in system power output to 146kW, matching the similarity the hybrid Toyota Corolla Cross and C-HR GR Sport. This has actually been attained through an updated consumption and exhaust for the naturally-aspirated gas engine, which now produces 112kW/188Nm by itself. Lexus has actually likewise included more effective electrical motors– 83kW in advance and 30kW/84Nm at the back (AWD). The front e-motor in 2WD and AWD variations is 3kW more effective than in the past, while the brand-new rear transaxle boasts boosts of 25kW and 29Nm in AWD variations. Furthermore, there’s a brand-new light-weight lithium-ion (li-ion) hybrid battery which changes the old nickel-metal hydride (Ni-Mh) system which offers a “15 percent higher per-cell output while reducing fuel intake”. Lexus estimates combined fuel economy of 4.2 L/100km for the UX 300h 2WD and 4.4 L/100km for the AWD, both down on the outbound UX 250h by 0.1 L and 0.2 L per 100km respectively. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Supplied Credit: CarExpert Beyond the drivetrain improvements for the hybrids, Lexus states there’s more devices and updated Lexus Safety System help functions consisted of as basic also, depending upon variation. Sports Luxury AWD designs acquire a basic moonroof and clever crucial card; on the other hand F Sport AWD variations get the exact same devices in addition to a heated guiding wheel, scenic view display, and 13-speaker Mark Levinson premium audio– mainly the contents of the readily available Enhancement Packs on 2WD grades. Theres a brand-new Vehicle Braking Posture Control system which differs front-to-rear brake force circulation to reduce pitch and roll and boost convenience; while Safe Exit Assist cautions automobiles of approaching cars or bikes when leaving the UX to prevent a crash. Lexus has actually likewise included a brand-new Driver Monitor with steering-mounted video cameras to keep an eye on motorist behaviour and diversion, and is connected to different active security systems like adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert and the appropriately called ‘Em ergency Driving Stop System’. The Parking Support Brake function in addition acquires fixed things detection, while the self-governing emergency situation braking system can now spot bikes throughout daytime and bicyclists at all hours, along with crossway help. Abroad design revealed Credit: CarExpert Inside there’s a brand-new 12.3-inch configurable digital instrument cluster (up from 7.0-inches) basic from the base UX 300h Luxury, while the UX 300e Luxury gets a colour head-up screen. The 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system gets over-the-air software application updates, in addition to cordless Android Auto to enhance the existing cordless Apple CarPlay. A shift-by-wire equipment selector is likewise brand-new. A brand-new Sonic Copper outside paint changes Blazing Carnelian, with the outside scheme staying at up 10 options for each version. There’s likewise a brand-new Solid White interior trim which changes Rich Cream. The upgraded Lexus UX variety is readily available to buy now. 2024 Lexus UX prices 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD Luxury: $55,370 (+$1050) 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD Luxury + Enhancement Pack: $57,420 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD Sports Luxury: $62,320 (+$970) 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD Sports Luxury + Enhancement Pack: $65,820 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD F Sport: $63,110 (+$1115) 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD F Sport + Enhancement Pack 1: $65,610 2024 Lexus UX 300h 2WD F Sport + Enhancement Pack 2: $68,710 2024 Lexus UX 300h AWD Sports Luxury: $70,520 (+$4940) 2024 Lexus UX 300h AWD F Sport: $73,210 (+$6715) 2024 Lexus UX 300e Luxury: $80,720 (+$730) 2024 Lexus UX 300e Sports Luxury: $88,190 (+$525) Prices leave out on-road expenses MORE: Everything Lexus UX
- Mon. Nov 25th, 2024
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