Lexus will introduce a gentle replace to its UX subcompact crossover for the 2025 mannequin yr, together with the addition of what the automaker refers to as its fifth-generation hybrid powertrain.

The 2025 UX is because of go on sale subsequent yr and can proceed within the U.S. market with a sole hybrid powertrain. The brand new model will likely be rated at 196 hp, up from the 181 hp for the hybrid system used within the present 2024 mannequin.

The additional energy may even end in a reputation change from the present mannequin’s UX 250h grade to a brand new UX 300h grade for the 2025 mannequin.

The brand new powertrain incorporates a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine paired with an E-CVT, which is basically a CVT with two built-in electrical motors. Drive goes to the entrance wheels as commonplace, however an all-wheel-drive possibility that provides one other electrical motor on the rear axle will likely be out there.

2025 Lexus UX 300h

A lighter lithium-ion battery additionally replaces the present nickel-metal hydride unit, and by-wire know-how has been launched for the shifter as a substitute of the present mechanical linkage. The latter, in keeping with Lexus, delivers a faster and extra seamless shifting expertise.

Efficiency claims embody a 0-60 mph time of seven.9 seconds for the all-wheel-drive model and eight.0 seconds for the front-wheel-drive model.

Consumers seeking to sharpen the dealing with of their UX will be capable of go for an F Sport Dealing with bundle. It provides a sport-tuned suspension with adjustable dampers, in addition to some F-branded gadgets within the cabin. The 2025 model of the F Sport Dealing with bundle may even embody an influence tailgate with a kick sensor as commonplace.

2025 Lexus UX 300h

The 2025 UX may even be out there with the colour Copper Crest throughout the vary.

Contained in the 2025 UX, Lexus designers have added new chrome accents and altered the format of the buttons on the door panels. A 7.0-inch digital gauge cluster is commonplace, however a brand new 12.3-inch unit is out there. For infotainment, an 8.0-inch display is commonplace and a 12.3-inch unit is out there. A head-up show can also be out there. Each the motive force and entrance passenger get eight-way power-adjustable seats, and the motive force’s seat additionally advantages from adjustable lumbar assist.

Pricing data for the 2025 UX will likely be introduced nearer to subsequent yr’s market launch.