Lexus It has increased the autonomy of the UX 300e by 40 percent, and allows it to travel up to 450 km. The compact luxury SUV, which went on sale two years ago as the brand’s first fully electric model, in addition to a new battery system that increases autonomy up to 450 km now has new details on the body and chassis, enhancing the driving experience and refinement of the UX family.
It also has a new improved multimedia system, a more complete advanced security system, a greater selection of upholstery details and a new exterior color.
The online reservation of the model is available from October 13 at www.lexusauto.esand the first deliveries of the new UX 300e are planned for the second quarter of 2023.
The maximum power of the UX 300e is 150 kW (204 hp) and the maximum torque is 300 Nm. The models that mount wheels of 17 inches They will reach a combined WLTP cycle autonomy of 450 km, while the versions with 18-inch wheels will reach 440 km (depending on options).
A number of details have also been introduced to improve the driving experience. Tuning of the electric power steering and shock absorbers has perfected the driving dynamics, as well as increased body rigidity, with more welding points. In addition, insulation has been further optimized for an even quieter cabin.
UX now has a new Lexus Link multimedia system with a touch screen that replaces the Remote Touch. Now, the screen is located 14 cm closer to the driver, to facilitate interaction. On the other hand, where before the screens were 7 or 10 inches (depending on the finish), now they are 8 inches in the Lexus Link Connect, with sharper graphics, or 12.3-inch HD on the Lexus Link Pro model.
Smartphones can also be integrated wirelessly via Apple CarPlay or cable with Android Auto. With the Lexus Link app you can lock and unlock your doors from your mobile, and regulate the air conditioning or heating.
Inside the UX, both cloth and natural leather upholstery options are now available in a new Hazelnut color. Also, a new color option is offered in the new UX. It is Iridium Sonic, a shiny silver paint with a beautiful metallic texture, characterized by the contrast of light and shadow.
New features have been introduced in the Lexus Safety System+. Junction Turn Assist helps the driver make left and right turns at intersections safer.
Emergency power steering sends small automatic corrections to the steering wheel when activated to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently drifting out of its lane. For its part, the dynamic radar cruise control now incorporates a cornering speed reduction function, which automatically adjusts the speed of the vehicle according to the radius of the curve.
