As a high-end brand of Toyota, Lexus has always had a high degree of recognition in the domestic market. Even if there are slots that are not cost-effective and have strong prices, sales have not been greatly affected. In addition to the well-known C-class Lexus ES, the Lexus UX, which is positioned as a compact SUV, has also become the preferred model for many consumers.
The 2020 models currently on sale have a total of 7 versions of the whole series, with two hardware layouts of fuel and oil hybrid optional, and the official guidance price remains between 25.90-38.70 million yuan. The following is the most concerned 2020 260h Tan · Cool Edition (guide price of 283,000 yuan) as an example, and everyone to have a good chat about this worry-free luxury compact SUV, how does its product performance? Is it worth getting started?
Although I have never been very interested in Lexus models, I still recognize their design. Take this Lexus UX, don't look at the entry model that positioned Lexus, but the actual texture did not disappoint us. The Lexus logo's spindle-type grille and sharp headlight combination are very much in line with the aesthetic vision of young consumers.
In addition, in terms of headlight configuration, it has also achieved the normal level of the same level. LED near and far light headlights, LED daytime running lights and automatic headlights are all assembled, but the lack of front fog lights, in the Lexus UX260h sub-low version of the application, I think it is worth complaining about. The cost of this kind of front fog lamp itself is not high, and it is still a more important lighting configuration in daily driving, which really should not be.
Looking at the side of the body, the design that is biased towards fashion and sports has become a major selling point of lexus UX appearance. You know, in the face of the current market where young people have become the main force of consumption, often high-value design is a good plus, which Lexus UX has done. However, the rear window size is small, and the 17-inch rim style used is not eye-catching enough, according to the feedback of the owner, the rear window and rim style are also the most complained about by the Lexus UX 260h Detective Cool Edition. The tire size is 215/60 R17 and the spare tire size is non-full size.
As for the tail design, Lexus UX applies the current popular combination of through-style taillights, coupled with the protruding line design, the overall look is layered. In addition, the use of hidden exhaust layout may also be to indicate the identity and positioning of their own home.
Lexus's interior workmanship has always been its highlight. This Lexus UX, although it is an entry-level SUV, still has a high degree of achievement in this regard. First of all, from the perspective of the central control design, the use of a layered layout, the application of 7-inch LCD display and 7-inch LCD dashboard ensures the sense of science and technology of the whole vehicle to a certain extent. In addition, the quartz watch embedded in the side of the floating display screen is also more in line with the aesthetic vision of our domestic consumers.
In terms of configuration, in addition to the conventional airbags, knee airbags are also equipped, but there are not many configurations that can be used in other practical and comfortable configurations. The absence of configurations such as rear parking radar, electric sunroof, keyless entry and electric trunk, combined with the guidance price of 283,000 yuan and the positioning of luxury compact SUV, it can be seen that the cost performance is really not high.
In the seat space part, the seat material is imitation leather, and the main passenger seat supports electric adjustment, but the passenger seat lacks two-way waist support compared to the main driver's seat. The rear seats support proportional reclining, and the trunk volume is 225L. As for the rear seating space that everyone is more concerned about, there is not much advantage in the same level, and it is not a problem to meet the home, but it is not related to the spaciousness, fortunately, the rear exhaust outlet is not absent, which is to make up for the general disadvantage of space.
Powerly, as mentioned earlier, the entire Lexus UX series is divided into two versions: fuel oil and oil-electric hybrid. This 260h Tan cool version uses a gasoline-electric hybrid powertrain, consisting of a 2.0L engine and a front-mounted electric motor, with a combined maximum power of 135kW, matching the E-CVT gearbox. The official acceleration of 0-100km/h is 8.5 seconds, and the comprehensive fuel consumption of NEDC is 4.6L/100km. I have to say that the acceleration performance of Lexus UX belongs to the normal level of the same level, which can well meet the needs of households, and the fuel economy is good, which is significantly better than other fuel models at the same level, perhaps this is why Lexus UX is still popular with consumers in the case of strong prices.
In terms of suspension, the Lexus UX uses a suspension layout with front McPherson independent suspension and rear multi-link independent suspension. Different from the German model of the same level, the driving texture of Lexus UX is relatively general, lacking the feeling of stability and solidity, but the shock absorption is soft, which is more friendly to the occupants, so under the blessing of soft and hard seats, the ride comfort has become the advantage of Lexus UX.
In general, compared with other second-tier competitors, the selling points of Lexus UX are mainly manifested in the aspects of high retention rate, good workmanship and durable fuel saving. Like consumers who don't pursue handling and performance, but pay more attention to quality and fuel consumption, Lexus UX is undoubtedly a good choice for the luxury compact SUV camp. If the budget is kept at about 300,000, you want to buy a family scooter for your wife, and at the same time pay attention to the brand and quality of friends, Lexus UX 2020 260h Detective Cool Edition, it is still worth considering.