KLIMS18: Lexus UX crossover previewed in Malaysia

Another debutant at the Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show( KLIMS) is the Lexus UX, the Japanese comfort carmaker’s smallest crossover. This left-hand drive section provides as a preview ahead of a proper launch sometime in the near future.

Shown here in UX 200 semblance, the brand-new vehicle is poised to take over the likes of the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA, and has only one extroverted intend to accord. The ordinary Lexus spindle grille is edged by sharp-witted headlights with arrow-shaped LED daytime leading glowings, while the side facets pre-eminent fender projections, squared-off pedal arches and a low-slung roofline. Full-width LED tail illuminations accomplish the look.

Inside, the UX takes after other recent Lexus examples like the LS and ES, with a broad dashboard pattern and a freestanding centre flaunt measuring up to 10.25 inches, controlled by the Remote Touch interface. Stylistic touches derived from Japanese culture include sashiko leather quilting and decorative trim inspired by washi article, while the breath ventilate sovereignty knobs facet wireless igniting with an infinite pondering effect.

The UX is 4,496 mm long and has a 2,639 mm wheelbase, which draws it 144 mm shorter than the NX, although the wheelbase deficit is just 21 mm. It rides on the Global Architecture- Compact( G-AC) platform, Lexus’ version of the Toyota New Global Architecture( TNGA) that likewise underpins the C-HR.

This platform provides the UX with a low-toned center of gravity, supported by the use of aluminium in the doors, fenders and bonnet, as well as a resin tailgate. Suspension shall be carried out by MacPherson struts at the front and doubled wishbones at the buttock, with column-mounted electric power steering assistance.

Powering this UX 200 is a 2.0 litre Dynamic Force naturally-aspirated and direct-injected four-cylinder petrol locomotive, representing 169 hp and 205 Nm of torque and paired to a 10 -speed Direct Shift automatic transmission. Likewise available is a UX 250 h composite that pairs this device to an electric machine to produce a total arrangement output of 181 hp, with another machine at the back requiring all-wheel drive.

Safety-wise, the UX is accessible with the Lexus Safety System+ suite of motorist expedites, including Pre-Collision System autonomous emergency braking, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Lane Tracing Assist( LTA) that allows the car to intensify, restraint and stay in its own lane semi-autonomously, Adaptive High Beam System( AHS ), Road Sign Assist( RSA) and a Parking Support Brake System.