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The UX 300e has undergone key upgrades to its driving range, battery performance, and technology.This model has two variants for the electric UX and the test model is the sports luxury grade.
The price point has jumped by almost $7,000, making the model $87,665 before on-road costs.
This model is the most expensive compared to its competitors, though it's well-specified.
The grade maintains its premium features, such as sunroof, heated front and rear inboard seats, ventilated front seats, and heated steering wheel.
A 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia system replaces the older 10.3-inch touchpad system, and wireless Apple CarPlay is now included.
Lexus encourages an understated design in terms of EV styling; it still sports the classic spindle grill and the severe jutting out of the rear taillights, just like its fuel-based siblings.
Rear features include a cool LED strip light that enhances its nighttime presence, and it sports sporty 18-inch alloys.
The interior is considered high-end due to the white leather accented trims, soft touchpoints, and snug fit.
The dashboard sits forward into the cabin space, the large screen is a headliner, and there are a lot of cutaways.
This version of the UX 300e has a fully electric powertrain, with a 72.8 kWh lithium-ion battery located on the front axle, as well as a 150 kW and 300 Nm output.
0-100 km/h sprint happens in 7.5 seconds.
The battery capacity increased by 34%, which increased the driving range from 305 km to 440 km.
The regenerative braking only has levels that don't feel strong enough.
Full charges trigger a sound alert and notification saying to brake to decelerate.
6.6 kW is the maximum AC charging speed.
A 240V AC charge would result in 9 1/2 hours to get to 80%.
On a fast charger, expect an 80-minute charge time to get from 10 to 80 percent.
The ride comfort is great with the acoustic glass and extra insulation, as well as a well-cushioned suspension. The wind is not very stable.
It has great 360-degree visibility that gives it great parking assist.
There is a five-year, unlimited-kilometer warranty, with a 10-year, 160,000-kilometer battery warranty.
5-year capped-price servicing applies, at $295 per service at 12-month intervals or 15,000km, whichever occurs first.
