Lexus UX 300h AWD 2025: Test Drive Results

Introducing Lexus UX 300h AWD 2025

The 2025 Lexus UX 300h AWD represents a subtle but meaningful evolution of Lexus’ compact luxury crossover. Building on the previous UX 250h, this updated model aims to refine the driving experience with improved performance, handling, and interior amenities. During our test drive, we set out to evaluate whether the Lexus UX 300h’s enhancements make it a more compelling option in the fiercely competitive premium compact SUV segment. With its distinctive styling, hybrid powertrain, and promise of Lexus refinement in a city-friendly package, the Lexus UX 300h certainly has potential.

Lexus UX 300h

But does it deliver a driving experience worthy of its luxury badge and price point? Let’s dive into the details of our time behind the wheel.

UX 300h

The 2025 Lexus UX 300h hybrid:

Performance:

So the Lexus UX 300h has a combined output of 196 hp from its 2.0-liter hybrid powertrain 2. It went 0-62 mph acceleration time of 8.1 seconds 2. This is Improved acceleration and handling compared to the previous UX 250h model 2.

Fuel Economy:

The EPA estimated fuel economy of 42 mpg combined for the front-wheel drive model 1. Yet, real-world observed fuel economy in eco mode was 49-50 MPG. That’s also with a range of about 370 miles on a full tank 1.

Driving Experience:

Comfortable and sophisticated ride quality 2. Positive steering feel 2. It’s got an F-Sport trim offers adaptive suspension for improved cornering 2.

Drive modes include Sport, Normal and Eco 2.

Interior:

Comfortable seats with plenty of adjustment 2.

Rear seats are a bit tight but can accommodate adults for short trips 2. 8-inch or 12.3-inch central display depending on trim 2. Improved sound insulation for a quieter cabin 2.

Lexus UX 300h

Exterior:

Pricing:

Starting price of around $39,150 for the Premium FWD model 1.

Safety:

Overall, the 2025 UX 300h offers improved performance and efficiency over its predecessor, with a comfortable ride and upscale interior, though it’s not the quickest in its class. The hybrid powertrain provides excellent fuel economy for a luxury crossover.

2025 Lexus UX 300h AWD Fuel Efficiency

The 2025 model year, the UX 250h will become the UX 300h. So it’s reflecting an upgrade that includes a more refined and powerful next-generation hybrid powertrain. But no specific fuel efficiency figures are provided for this upcoming model.

For the 2025 UX 250h, which is the current model. So the fuel economy figures are listed as:

Dashboard Lexus UX 300h

  • City: 53 mpg
  • Highway: 48 mpg
  • Combined: 49.7 mpg

These figures are for the front-wheel-drive (FWD) version. So not the all-wheel-drive (AWD) variant you asked about. Again, I apologize that I cannot provide the specific information you requested about the 2025 UX 300h AWD, as it’s not present in the given search results.