Global EV Comparison: Lexus UX 300e vs BMW iX2 eDrive20
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General Info
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €49400. The Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €29990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | BMW iX2 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2023 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €49400 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €29990 | €46000 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023).
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | BMW iX2 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 315 km | 478 km |
| Range (GCC) | 281 km | 401 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54.3 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 45 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.24 km/kWh | 6.2 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 128 kW, while the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) maxes out at 50 kW.
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | BMW iX2 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 128 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.9 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | BMW iX2 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 300 Nm | 247 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) and BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | BMW iX2 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4495 mm | 4554 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2080 mm | 2104 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
| Height | 1545 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2692 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW iX2 eDrive20 (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | BMW iX2 eDrive20 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1785 kg | 1960 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 367 l | 525 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1400 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.6 | 6.2 |
