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Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
Selected trim54.3kWh · 2020-23196 mi · 54.3 kWh · £43,900
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £28,495
At a glance
In this comparison, Lexus UX 300e leads on family practicality, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lexus UX 300e (2020-2023) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Toyota Urban Cruiser if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota Urban Cruiser wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueToyota
Lexus
4.3
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
Lexus
1.9
Toyota
4
FamilyLexus
Lexus
5.9
Toyota
4.5
Cost Per MileToyota
Lexus
2.6
Toyota
6.9
City DrivingToyota
Lexus
6.3
Toyota
8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Standard Range
- £15,405 cheaper
- 50 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £43,900 | £28,495 (better) |
| Official range | 196 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 367 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 80 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Lexus UX 300e
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Length
Lexus UX 300e4,495mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser4,285mm-210mm
Width
Lexus UX 300e1,840mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,800mm-40mm
Height
Lexus UX 300e1,545mm-90mm
Toyota Urban Cruiser1,635mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,840 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,080 mm | 2,065 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 560 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 367 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 566 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Lexus UX 300e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
- At 4,285 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lexus UX 300e 54.3kWh |  Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.29m-210mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.80m-40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | 2.06m-15mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.64m+90mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.64m | 2.70m+60mm |
| Ground Clearance | 166mm | 180mm+14mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 367L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 566L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | 1,720kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54.3kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 196 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 53kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £43,900 | £28,495 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2020–2023 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 196 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 163 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 80 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 53 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 54.3 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | 300 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Lexus UX 300e
54.3kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota Urban Cruiser
Standard Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Lexus UX 300e 54.3kWh
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist77%
Euro NCAP - Toyota Urban Cruiser Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300e54.3kWh | Toyota Urban CruiserStandard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Lexus UX 300e
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Toyota Urban Cruiser
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Lexus UX 300e worth the extra £15,405 over the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The Lexus UX 300e costs £15,405 more than the Toyota Urban Cruiser. For that premium it adds 57 litres more boot space, 44 kW more power and a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota Urban Cruiser comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lexus UX 300e or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is £15,405 cheaper to buy. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 a year versus £192 for the Lexus UX 300e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota Urban Cruiser comes out roughly £15,565 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Lexus UX 300e and Toyota Urban Cruiser like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 163 miles for the Lexus UX 300e and 178 miles for the Toyota Urban Cruiser - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 80 minutes in the Lexus UX 300e and 30 in the Toyota Urban Cruiser, so the Toyota Urban Cruiser loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lexus UX 300e or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Lexus UX 300e. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Toyota Urban Cruiser and about 560 mm of total clearance for the Lexus UX 300e.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Lexus UX 300e or the Toyota Urban Cruiser?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Lexus UX 300e and 90% for the Toyota Urban Cruiser. That gives the Toyota Urban Cruiser a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Toyota Urban Cruiser's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Lexus UX 300e's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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