Lexus introduces upgrades in UX 300h and UX 300e On March 29, Lexus introduced the new UX urban crossover, Lexus UX 300h, with a substantial powertrain upgrade and other refinements. The vehicle is available as a self-charging hybrid model and a battery-electric model. The new UX 300h is powered by a 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder engine coupled to two electric motors producing a total power of 146 kW, an 8% increase over the UX 250h. The vehicle...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/01

Toyota showcases advanced green technology products at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 On February 1, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) displayed its green technology product line-up and its localization initiatives at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. On display at its pavilion was the Innova HyCross – strong hybrid electric, The Mirai - fuel cell electric vehicle, HyCross electrified flex fuel vehicle, Hyryder CNG, Hilux - emergency response ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/02

Lexus introduces 2025 UX 300h in U.S. with new hybrid powertrain On December 20, Lexus introduced the 2025 Lexus UX 300h ahead of its launch in the U.S. in early 2024, with a new powertrain that develops 196 total system horsepower.  Only offered with a hybrid powertrain in the U.S., the 2025 UX 300h offers a combined 43 mpg rating on FWD models and 41 mpg on AWD models. The 2025 UX 300h is the first Lexus vehicle powered by the fifth-generation...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/21

Lexus to introduce UX 300e with improved range in Europe On June 26, Lexus announced that the upgraded UX 300e will debut in showrooms across Europe in spring 2023. It has a new battery system (72.8 kWh capacity) which increases driving range by more than 40%, up to 450 km in the combined WLTP cycle. It generates 150 kW of power and 300Nm of torque. The new battery management system results in maximum usable battery cell capacity and extended dri...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/27

, slightly increased from 2,801 units recorded in the previous month. In October, sales of BEVs contributed 2,157 units, led by Wuling (76%) with its Air EV’s sales of 1,629 units (1,334 Long Range units and 295 Standard units), followed by Hyundai Ioniq 5’s sales of 523 units (24%), and Lexus UX300e, which sold 5 units in October.Meanwhile, HEV’s sales in October reached 646 units, dominated by Suzuki with its all-new Ertiga Hybrid’s sa...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/21

ep Energy Storage System has begun operation at JERA Co., Inc.'s Yokkaichi Thermal Power Station (Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture). The capacity of the new storage system is 1,260 kWh, and the system was built by combining used batteries from about 120 vehicles such as the Prius, RAV4 PHV, and Lexus Ux300e. There have been other cases of storage batteries that reuse drive batteries. However, Toyota's new storage system features a “sweep function...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/10

Lexus refreshes all-electric compact SUV UX 300e Lexus announces the new UX 300e compact SUV, a brand's first production BEV model, with deliveries scheduled to begin in spring 2023.Enhancements unique to the BEV powertrain include a newly developed battery pack with capacity increased from 54.4 kWh to 72.8 kWh, resulting in a cruising range of 450 km, over 40% longer than the current model. The new UX 300e offers maximum output of 150 kW (203PS)...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/13

on dioxide (CO2) emissions to virtually zero when e-axle drive motor systems are produced. This has been achieved with e-axles produced at Aisin’s Anjo 2nd Plant (Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture). The e-axles, which have an output of 150 kW, are mounted in Toyota Motor Corporation’s Mirai and Lexus Ux300e. Aisin has promoted energy saving at the time of production, introduced renewable energy sources, and offset remaining CO2 emissions by trading...

News  Updated at: 2022/03/31

43rd Bangkok International Motor Show runs from March 23 - April 3, 2022 Running from March 23 - April 3, 2022, Thailand's 43rd Bangkok International Motor Show (43nd BIMS), held under the theme concept of "Keep Moving Forward Together", was participated by leading international automotive and motorcycle brands, including Ford, BMW, MINI, Mercedes-Benz, Great Wall Motors, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Maserati, Peugeot, Jeep, Toyota, Lexus, MG,...

News  Updated at: 2022/03/22

Toyota Thailand set to launch bZ4X BEV in 2022, electrified vehicle-related initiatives revealed On January 27, 2022, Toyota Motor Thailand unveiled that the bZ4X BEV, the first model as the bZ series, is scheduled to be introduced in 2022, following the launch of Lexus brand’s BEV and PHEV (UX300e and NX450h+) in 2021. According to the car maker, in Thailand, Toyota is the pioneer in xEV technology since 2009, occupying 80 % share and the high...

News  Updated at: 2022/01/28

Sumitomo Rubber supplies Enasave EC300+ tires for Lexus UX300e Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo Rubber Industries) announced that its Dunlop brand Enasave EC300+ tires have been adopted as original equipment for the Lexus UX300e. Enasave EC300+ incorporates the fuel-efficient tire technologies to fulfill the electric mileage performance requirements of the UX300e. The size adopted is 215/60R17 96H. (From a press release dated June 8, 20...

News  Updated at: 2021/06/10

Euro NCAP publishes ratings for Polestar 2 and Cupra Formentor On March 3, Euro NCAP announced that with its first 2021 safety ratings publishing, two new cars – the Polestar 2 and the Cupra Formentor – achieve the maximum five-star rating against the latest protocol regime.  The Renault Arkana and Lexus UX 300e, both derived from previously-tested models, are added to the list of 2019-rated cars. In both adult occupant and child occupant pr...

News  Updated at: 2021/03/03

Nihon Michelin Tire’s Primacy 3 adopted for Lexus UX300e EV Nihon Michelin Tire Co., Ltd. (Nihon Michelin Tire, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo) announced that its Primacy 3 tire has been adopted as original equipment for Toyota Motor Corporation’s Lexus UX300e, the Lexus’s first electric vehicle (EV). The company ensured both stability at high speeds and quietness by adopting a 3-stability technology, which optimizes the contact area configuration, t...

News  Updated at: 2021/03/02

Toyota emphasizes commitment toward electrified vehicles in Thailand with Lexus UX 300e On November 27, 2020, Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT), through Lexus brand, launched the UX 300e compact crossover, Lexus’s first BEV model in Thailand with starting price of THB 3.5 million.This all new Lexus UX 300e BEV features sharp exterior design while boasting its fine-tuned interior. The model is completed with state-of-the-art functions and superior dri...

News  Updated at: 2020/12/02

Toyota Indonesia penetrates local BEV market with launch of Lexus UX 300e, Southeast Asia debut Reported on November 26, 2020, Toyota has decided to make its EV mark in Indonesia with Lexus as BEVs have yet to become affordable, and therefore premium segment customers are most prepared. The Lexus UX 300e BEV compact luxury crossover made its Southeast Asia debut in Indonesia with price of IDR 1.25 billion. It is powered by a lithium-ion battery w...

News  Updated at: 2020/11/26

Aisin Seiki supplies eAxle for Lexus UX300e Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd. (Aisin Seiki) announced that its electric drive module, eAxle, has been adopted to the first commercial electric vehicle (EV) model of Lexus, the UX300e. The eAxle is a lightweight and compact permanent magnet type synchronous motor exclusively for EVs, which balances high power output and high efficiency. The eAxle weighs about half as much as an engine with the same power output....

News  Updated at: 2020/11/13

I” Concept, an all-new fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV). Measures to support the convening of the Beijing 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games will be released by Toyota in the meantime. In addition, Toyota will exhibit Corolla Plug-in Hybrid, Levin Plug-in Hybrid, C-HR EV, IZOA EV and Lexus UX300e. From a Toyota China press release...

News  Updated at: 2020/09/23

Of Japanese OEMs, Mazda Motor Corporation and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. plan to decrease the mean value of CO2 emissions by launching their first production EV models, the MX-30 and the Honda e, respectively. Toyota Motor Corporation will aim to achieve a target CO2 emission level of 95 grams with the UX300e, the first Lexus EV, as well as by increasing sales of hybrid vehicles. Suzuki Motor Corporation plans to reduce the average volume of CO2 emis...

News  Updated at: 2020/08/27

Lexus launches UX 300e battery electric vehicle in China On April 26, Lexus, a luxury vehicle brand of Toyota Motor Corporation, officially launched the UX 300e battery electric vehicle in China. The vehicle retails for between CNY 362,000 and CNY 385,000. The vehicle is developed based on the GA-C (Global Architecture-C) platform. It is 4,495mm long, 1,840mm wide and 1,545mm high with a wheelbase of 2,640mm. The vehicle is equipped with a per...

News  Updated at: 2020/04/28

(MIIT) of China released the 31st list of exemptions for NEV purchase tax on its website. The list added 27 pure electric passenger vehicle models (including the Han EV of BYD Co., Ltd., AION S of GAC New Energy Vehicle Co., Ltd., Neta N01 of Zhejiang Hozon New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. and Lexus UX300e of Toyota Motor Corporation), 61 pure electric bus models, 4 pure electric van models, 69 pure electric special vehicle models, 3 PHEV (plug-in...

News  Updated at: 2020/04/27