Global EV Comparison: Lexus UX 300e vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD
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General Info
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €51400. The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) 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 | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-2025 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €51400 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36400 | €29990 |
| GCC Score | 5.5 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 406 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | 516 km |
| Range (GCC) | 389 km | 407 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 72.8 kWh | 71.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.08 km/kWh | 6.36 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.1 | 7.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) maxes out at 50 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 6.6 kW.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 266 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…).
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4495 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2078 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1525 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Toyota bZ4X FWD (2022-2025) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Lexus UX 300e | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1830 kg | 1910 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 367 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.6 |
