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Matt Campbell
2026 Lexus UX review
The entry-level version of Lexus’ ageing small SUV still presents a premium experience at a pretty decent price.
16 Days Ago
Overview
Variant
Evolution
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.3 L
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
115kW / 262Nm
847km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Semi-Automatic Park & Exit
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 133
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1333
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Hr13
Engine (L): 1.3
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 847
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 526
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 31
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 205
Maximum Speed (mph): 127
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 156
Maximum Power (kW): 115
Maximum Torque (Nm): 262
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2250
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.9
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: DC4
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: EDC
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Cmf-B
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 44.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1268
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 485
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11200
Front Track (in): 61.5
Front Track (mm): 1562
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 198
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.7
Overall Height (in): 61.9
Overall Height (mm): 1571
Overall Length (in): 179.8
Overall Length (mm): 4568
Overall Width (in): 71.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 80.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2034
Overall Width (mm): 1821
Rear Track (in): 62.4
Rear Track (mm): 1584
Wheelbase (in): 107.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2720
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 34.5
Front Headroom (mm): 877
Rear Headroom (in): 33.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 862
Front Hip Room (in): 56.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1439
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1453
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1406
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1397
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1984
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 715
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1576
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1892
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4171
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1349
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2974
Tare Weight (kg): 1319
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 96.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20210801
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 75.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20251231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 72.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Captur Lhd
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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