2026 Lexus UX small luxury hybrid SUV

Lexus

2026 Lexus UX

Small luxury SUV

On sale nowHybrid

From $55,370 plus on-road costs

The UX is Lexus's smallest SUV, a TNGA-based compact built for buyers stepping out of a premium hatch into something slightly higher off the ground.

From$55,370+ORC
Fuel use4.2 to 4.4 L/100 km
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km

CarTell take

We haven't driven the UX yet. On paper, the 250h is the smart pick for most buyers. The 300e EV is a tougher sell with 50 kW peak charging while the rest of the segment moves past 150 kW. Cross-shop the X1 if rear-seat space matters.

Why consider it

  • UX 250h returns 4.5 L/100 km combined, and real-world economy is often better.
  • 5-year warranty plus 10 years on the hybrid battery.
  • Lexus Encore valet, loan car and dining perks across both powertrains.

What to know

  • Rear seat and boot tight versus BMW X1 and Audi Q3.
  • The UX 300e EV has left the range.
  • Hybrid CVT drone under load is still the UX's biggest acoustic flaw.

Who it suits

City singles wanting 4.5 L/100 km HEV economy with a Lexus badge, EV first-timers stepping into the UX 300e at 450 km WLTP, safety-led buyers wanting Lexus Safety System+ standard, and Encore perk lovers using the valet, dining and loan car program.

City drivers

Easy to live with and park

Premium buyers

Cabin quality up top

Efficiency, charging and ownership

The numbers that matter day to day.

4.2 to 4.4 L/100 km

Claimed fuel use

Combined cycle.

5 yrs / unlimited km

Warranty

Grades and pricing

5 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.
GradePrice fromPowertrainFuel useKey differences
UX300h Luxury FWD$55,370 +ORC2.0L 4cyl hybrid4.2 L/100 km
UX300h Sports Luxury FWD$62,320 +ORC2.0L 4cyl hybrid4.2 L/100 km
UX300h F Sport FWD$63,110 +ORC2.0L 4cyl hybrid4.2 L/100 km
UX300h Sports Luxury AWD$70,520 +ORC2.0L 4cyl hybrid4.4 L/100 km
UX300h F Sport AWD$73,210 +ORC2.0L 4cyl hybrid4.4 L/100 km

UX300h Luxury FWD

$55,370 +ORC

Powertrain
2.0L 4cyl hybrid
Fuel use
4.2 L/100 km

UX300h Sports Luxury FWD

$62,320 +ORC

Powertrain
2.0L 4cyl hybrid
Fuel use
4.2 L/100 km

UX300h F Sport FWD

$63,110 +ORC

Powertrain
2.0L 4cyl hybrid
Fuel use
4.2 L/100 km

UX300h Sports Luxury AWD

$70,520 +ORC

Powertrain
2.0L 4cyl hybrid
Fuel use
4.4 L/100 km

UX300h F Sport AWD

$73,210 +ORC

Powertrain
2.0L 4cyl hybrid
Fuel use
4.4 L/100 km

Practicality and safety

5-star ANCAP

Safety rating. Rated 2017

FWD or AWD

Drivetrain

Top rivals

Look at the alternatives if you carry rear passengers regularly (BMW X1 and Audi Q3 are roomier), you want fast DC charging on the EV (the 300e tops out at 50 kW), or you want more power for the money.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Lexus UX in Australia?

Pricing opens at $55,370 plus on-roads for the UX300h Luxury FWD and tops out at $73,210 plus on-roads for the UX300h F Sport AWD, across 5 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.

Does the Lexus UX come as an EV?

Yes. The UX 300e uses a 72.8 kWh battery and a 150 kW front motor for around 450 km of WLTP range. DC charging is capped at 50 kW peak.

How efficient is the Lexus UX 250h hybrid?

Lexus claims 4.5 L/100 km combined on the UX 250h, with real-world numbers often better in city driving.

What is the Lexus UX warranty?

5 years unlimited km on the vehicle, with 10 years on the hybrid battery and 8 years on the UX 300e high-voltage battery.

The Lexus UX in full

The UX is Lexus's smallest SUV, a TNGA-based compact built for buyers stepping out of a premium hatch into something slightly higher off the ground. Two electrified powertrains, no petrol-only option. The UX 250h hybrid runs FWD or AWD with a 4.5 L/100 km combined claim. The UX 300e EV uses a 72.8 kWh battery for around 450 km of WLTP range.

From$55,370+ORC
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