Photo: Mateusmatsuda, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Photo: Benespit, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Photo: DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Photo: Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Verdict
Compact hybrid SUV rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2019, with a 184 hp 2.0 hybrid (250h), later 199 hp from late 2023 (300h), and an electric version, the 300e. Sources on reliability are few: only one recall, for a brake booster pump on UX 250h models built in May 2019, is documented, and it should be checked by serial number.
- Reliability
- not rated
- Indicative prices
- €22,700 – €40,000
- Monthly cost
- €521
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: UX 250h, UX 300h.
UX 250h
✓ RecommendedHybrid · Automatic · 184 hp · 5.5 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1
2.0 hybrid of 184 hp combined (152 hp petrol), continuously variable transmission (e-CVT), from 2018 to 2023.
UX 300h
✓ RecommendedHybrid · Automatic · 199 hp · Crit'Air 1
Late-2023 version replacing the 250h: 199 hp combined (+15 hp), announced consumption of 4.7 to 5 L/100 km in front-wheel drive.
UX 300e
Electric · Automatic · 204 hp · Crit'Air green
Electric, 204 hp; 54.3 kWh battery (about 300 km WLTP), then 72.8 kWh (up to 441-448 km WLTP) on the facelifted version.
Market prices
€22,700 – €40,000
Indicative range: 2019 to 2026, yearly medians of 383 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Faulty brake booster pump (UX 250h recall, 2019)
Manufacturer recallLexus recalled certain 2019 UX 250h models (about 275 vehicles built in May 2019 according to the NHTSA procedure): the brake booster pump may have been poorly assembled and stop working, causing loss of brake assistance and a longer stopping distance. The pump is replaced free of charge at a dealer. US recall: check with the serial number whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).
- Versions
- UX 250h
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Lexus UX”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €135 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €99 |
| Maintenance | €28 |
| Depreciation | €259 |
| Total per month | €521 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- Consumption taken from a published range (depends on trim and tyres).
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (petrol)€135
UX 250h version: combined consumption of 5.5 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
5.5 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €135
Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€99
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€28
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€259
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Lexus UX I — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Check with a Lexus dealer, using the serial number, which recalls are open or completed (in particular the brake booster pump on a 2019 UX 250h).
- Have the fault codes read and check the dashboard warning lights.
- Test the touch controls of the infotainment system, which are considered imprecise and distracting while driving.
- Electric: ask for the real range and the battery condition (54.3 or 72.8 kWh).
- Check the service book and the invoices from Lexus.
Questions to ask the seller
- Have the recalls been dealt with, with proof?
- Has the servicing been carried out in the Lexus network, with invoices?
- For the 300e: which battery (54.3 or 72.8 kWh), and what real range are you seeing?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0
Toyota C-HR
I · 2016–2023
- Price
- €15,600 – €23,900
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Hybrid, Petrol
Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0
Toyota Yaris Cross
I · since 2021
- Price
- €21,440 – €28,490
- Reliability
- not rated
- Fuel types
- Hybrid
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
BMW X1
II (F48) · 2015–2022
- Price
- €14,000 – €26,600
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid
Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0
Nissan Qashqai
II · 2014–2021
- Price
- €9,000 – €18,490
- Reliability
- 3/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Lexus UX I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Lexus UX have good safety ratings?
Yes: Euro NCAP awarded it 5 stars in 2019 (96% adults, 85% children, 82% vulnerable road users, 77% driver assistance).
What is the difference between the UX 250h and the UX 300h?
The 300h replaced the 250h at the end of 2023: combined power rises from 184 to 199 hp and the announced consumption falls by about 12%.
What is the boot capacity of the Lexus UX?
310 litres for the UX 250h 2WD (L'argus); Lexus quotes 315 litres for the UX 300h in 4x2 and 363 litres for the 300e.
Found a listing?
Soon, we will analyse your Lexus UX listing: price, mileage, watch points.
Get notified at launch