Lexus introduces revised UX 300h range for 2026

• New model range with five trim levels, focused on customer preferences
• Introduction of new equipment and safety features
• On sale now, priced from £38,095

Lexus has revised the UK model range for its UX 300h compact hybrid SUV, creating a line-up that is focused on current customer tastes and preferences. The changes for the 2026 model year also include new equipment and safety features.

Five trim levels

The 2026 UX 300h is available in five trim levels: Premium, F Sport Design, F Sport Design Tech, F Sport and Takumi. All models are front-wheel drive

The Premium specification has been enhanced with the addition of more sophisticated door mirrors that are electrically adjustable, heated and have an integrated Blind Spot Monitor. Inside, the steering wheel and shift lever now have leather trim and a wireless phone charger is provided as standard.

The safety provisions now extend to a Driver Monitor on all UX 300h models. Using a camera mounted above the steering wheel, this keeps a constant check on the driver’s condition. If it detects that they have lost concentration through being tired or unwell, it triggers visual and audible alerts. The system is linked to the car’s active safety systems, so that should the driver fail to respond, the car can be brought smoothly to a controlled halt with the hazard lights activated (Emergency Driving Stop).

Other standard equipment on the Premium model includes chrome roof rails, LED front fog lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, smart entry and start, heated front seats, parking sensors, automatic headlight levelling and the Lexus Link Connect multimedia system with 9.8-inch touchscreen. The Lexus Safety System+ safety and driver assistance features are also included.

The F Sport Design and F Sport Design Tech specifications are unchanged, apart from the introduction of the Driver Monitor. The former builds on the Premium grade with 18-inch alloys, a heated steering wheel, rear privacy glass and Tahara high-quality synthetic leather upholstery and steering wheel trim. The Tech version adds a power-operated back door, Lexus Link Pro multimedia with an embedded navigation system (in addition to cloud-based route planning) and 12.3-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch driver’s combimeter/multi-information display.

The F Sport model now features a multi-illumination entry welcome system in addition to its established features, including F Sport-dedicated steering wheel with paddle shifts, aluminium scuff plates, front seats and leather upholstery. Other details include power front seat adjustment, Adaptive Variable Suspension, Active Sound Control and an addition Sport Plus drive mode.

The new entry lighting system is also part of the updated Takumi specification. As befits the luxury flagship of the range, this model comes with a wealth of comfort and convenience features, including a memory setting for the door mirrors, heated steering wheel, smooth leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, head-up display and 13-speaker Mark Levinson premium audio system.

Full hybrid powertrain

The UX 300h is powered by a full hybrid system that develops 196bhp. Its efficient performance gives 0-62mph in 8.3 seconds with official (WLTP) fuel economy of 53.2 – 56.4mpg and 113 – 118g/km CO₂ emissions (according to model grade).

Pricing

The new 2026 UK 300h is on sale now; the model range prices are shown below.

Fixed price Lexus insurance for three years

Customers can take advantage of the current Lexus Fixed Price Insurance offer, available until 31 March 2026. Retail customers purchasing a new UX 300h can access fully comprehensive cover from Lexus Insurance Services with the annual premium fixed at £840 per year for three years, subject to the eligibility criteria and terms and conditions, which are available at www.lexus.co.uk/insurance/fixed-price-offer.

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