JeffCars.com’s Review: 2020 Lexus UX 250 Hybrid AWD

Highlight: The UX is the most fuel-efficient luxury subcompact or compact crossover  available on the market without a plug-in application.

Vehicle’s MSRP: $44,190 (Base Model: $35,525)

Seating Capacity:  2 to 4 (the rear seat is a tight fit)

Standard Safety Features: ABS; airbags; all-wheel drive; traction control; vehicle stability control system; a lane departure warning accident avoidance system; an emergency brake assist system; a tire pressure monitoring system; a traction control system; a rearview camera; a radar activated cruise control system; heated mirrors;  run flat tires; and a pre collision safety system

Standard Equipment: 18-inch wheels and tires;  a manual operated tilt/telescopic steering wheel; a keyless ignition system; a leather steering wheel; electric power steering; interior air filtration; a hands free entry system; a 7-inch infotainment screen; a heads up display system; power sunroof; a heated steering wheel; power front seats; leather-like seats; a folding center armrest; roof rack cross bars; a power rear tailgate with kick sensor; and Amazon Alexa integration

Review Vehicle With Luxury Package: a blind spot lane departure warning system; 8 speakers; 1 subwoofer; an automatic rearview mirror; a reverse tilt side view mirror with curb view; multi-level heated/cooled front seats; driver’s seat with mirror; and a power tilt/telescopic steering wheel

Optional Features On Test Vehicle: wireless charger; windshield deicer; a heads up display; triple beam headlamps with auto-leveling; LED foglights; cornering lamps; a parking assist system; rear cross traffic alert with braking; a heated steering wheel; carpeted cargo mat; key gloves; and a paint protection film

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Other Trim Level:

UX 200 (non hybrid)

F-Sport hybrid

Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 6-speaker AM/FM/HD with SiriusXM

Bluetooth Connectivity: Yes

USB Connectivity: Yes

Bumper to-Bumper Warranty: 4 years or 50,000 miles

Powertrain Warranty: 6 years or 70,000 miles

Hybrid Warranty: 8 years or 100,000 miles

Standard Engine/Horsepower: 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder/181-hp

Recommended Fuel: Regular

Standard Fuel Mileage: 41-city/38-hwy

What’s New: After joining Lexus portfolio in 2019, the UX is basically a carryover for the 2020 model year. Android smartphones are finally compatible with Lexus vehicles infotainment system. Up until now, only iPhones were compatible with the Lexus brand.

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About The Reviewer: Jeff Fortson is the host of SiriusXM’s only automotive show, Auto Trends with JeffCars.com.  The syndicated multicultural weekly 30-minute show, which airs on a number of FM dials too, includes one-on-one conversations with many of today’s pioneers and trendsetters. To find out how to tune in and for all of your car-buying needs, click here.

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