Editors Note: This story ran in a previous
edition. This version includes updates including a link to a TV spot.
My neighbors are pretty accustomed to seeing different vehicles parked in my driveway.
I
know my car du jour is particularly noteworthy when even the non-gearheads ask me questions.
“I really like the color of this one,” said my neighbor. “Lexus
calls it Copper Crest. It’s a new color,” I replied.
My test drive, the 2025 Lexus UX 300h, is a stunning shade of orange.
The same neighbor was
pleasantly surprised by the price: the base is $44,805. As equipped, the version I drove was $48,795, which included a $900 head-up display, $425 for illuminated door sills and $595 for premium paint,
with another $350 for bi-tone paint.
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For a luxury car that truly feels luxurious, that is not a bad price. For the 196 horsepower that the 2.0L 4-Cylinder hybrid engine provides
along with a 43 combined city/highway mpg, it’s even better. It’s the first Lexus vehicle powered by a fifth-generation hybrid system.
The vehicle is being promoted with a spot "Apartment Living" from Team One which plays up the vehicle's city-friendly characteristics.
Only offered with a hybrid powertrain in the U.S., the 2025 UX 300h supports Lexus’ work towards the realization of a carbon-neutral
society.
The premium metallic paint is truly worth the money. It’s stunning and picks up every last ray of sunlight. The F Sport trim also includes features like
color-keyed over fender and gloss black trims.
The target customer is “urban dwellers and eco-conscious buyers who seek a premium, city-friendly subcompact
crossover that prioritizes fuel efficiency, maneuverability, and luxury brand ownership experience over maximum passenger or cargo space.”
They should also be
comfortable with a little extra attention, because this vehicle is likely to bring it.