Lexus LBX UK review - Lexus quality in a compact package? Best new car UK

I haven't had such an enjoyable time with a car in a while until the Lexus LBX. This striking hybrid crossover will turn heads and save money at the petrol pumps. BUT starting at £32,000 does it have enough LEXUS quality?

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[ramman]

I’m not going to lie that tweety pie yellow is a breath of fresh air I know it’s odd but I love it

[MrMorton]

I'm absolutely impressed with the price of this vehicle and love the color!

[rickidango]

The colour suits you! Lexus are clever because not many would go for this colour so they will make money on other paint options. Personally I wouldn't mind it...better than boring red.

[georginaeaton]

Just discovering this channel !! Go girl. Thank you such for reviewing cars in a « normal » but pro way and from a woman’s perspective … not showy just practical and so helpful !
I’m looking to downsize a bit from my Verso to a hybrid but have 2 pre teens and large dog. 😅the hunt begins

[neothaka]

We put down a deposit on this because it's hard to find a car this size for city driving with the mileage that it offers. The premium price is the only hick up, but the quality covers that concern.

[prakashnarismulu]

Great job again Tish in good company with the competition 😊

[fatgit]

I am thinking of getting one soon, love the reviews.

[DMulabiTalejan]

Thank LBX for some colours. The auto industry is really crying out for colour especially the interior... oh, that drab old grey is so everywhere.... And yes, i dont mind this (i think it is) organge car, with the beige interrior but i prefer the red one. I also like the screen positioning which, like the Subarus implementation, does not almost obstruct visibility...

[Alessandro---]

I'm awaiting delivery from Wolverhampton Lexus; it landed at the dealership this morning. Mine is blue with a black roof. I really liked the Original Edition in that fantastic copper colour, but it's 40k. It's difficult to justify the price difference with the Premium Plus on just the colour and creature comfort, and like you, I really like that vegan leather upholstery as opposed to the Alcantara of the Takumi and higher versions.

On the power thing, the Lexus all have 136bhp, the Yarisses Cross has 116 for the basic versions and 136 for the Premier Edition. Also, I didn't hear you mention that the LBX's track and wheelbase are wider and longer than those of the Yaris.

The only thing where the Yaris Cross wins one point is the 40/20/40 rear seat. However, having tested the Yaris, it's really drab inside ... two minutes driving the Lexus, I was sold! What would have been nice is a textile opening roof (like on the Aygo Cross), which would have given open-air sensations at a lower cost than a glass roof (only available on range-topping Takumi Design) and without roofline penalty. As you said, the rear seats are unsuitable for the likes of Eilis!

[mrqikgix]

We just ordered the sports luxury 2WD in sonic quartz colour here in Australia. They all get the black roof here though.

[real]

Another great review Tish, relaxed with everything covered. Although its a good looking little Lexus, I'd find the lack of elbow room and the step down into the boot very irritating. Regarding your comparison to Honda, I recently acquired a Honda zr v advance (after seeing your review for it!) which has plenty of elbow room and a lovely flat boot, plus a brilliant 2 ltr engine and electric motor set up making a fantastic yet economic drive - ending my 30 odd years as a Toyota/ Lexus driver.

[Macca]

I agree with you, what a great car for the money. Great review 👍🏼😇

[P.J.B.]

Good looking car and not bad priced. The only thing i dont like is that yellow even though its a free option. Excellent video yet again Tish keep them coming.😀

[jpht]

Nice review as usual Tish. Greetings from Arnhem The Netherlands.

[Buzykil]

Ordered one recently, in awd for the finnish winter. Only issues I have with it are its engine that should have been about 180-200 hp and that it doesn't have an usb a for my driving music. It is much nicer than the plasticy Yaris cross. You must experience both to tell.

[robyone]

It will arrive in November! As you pointed out there are several shortcomings... that I do not need. But it has a great standard equipment regarding driver assistance. It is really perfect for me. But I was not brave. The white color is fine for me.
I loved your review. Thank you very much.

[laurentiutrifan]

It's a cute little SUV ... suitable for a posh miss. And that yellow is quite warm ... so, it will be pleasant in the rainy days or in the winter. 🙂

[kickstand]

There's a reason why many YouTube channels dont review this LBX, and because it is NOT a RX, NX, LS or the legendary IS. Those are the more popular and best selling Lexus vehicles. But right off the bat, the shape. It's so weird seeing a puny Lexus. It's like a miniature RX500h, but it still maintains that familiar Lexus style. Not really a fan of this particular colour but i do like the body lines. Love the LED lighting and technology. Hate that exposed wiper at the rear so that's definitely a zonk. It needs to tucked underneath the roof spoiler to clean up the style. An unusual Lexus but for the price, it's good to have a bit of luxury in a sub-compact package. Great review as always.😂

[Kajgga]

Great review. Great car. Thinking of getting one next year as it will likely be updated come the new year. The LBX is much more stylish than the Yaris Cross ( which looks boxy and lumpy, almost as if it's just congealed around the chassis). The yellow colour doesn't it no favours though. Only minor reservation of the exterior is the oddly small rear indicators. Engine would be fine for me. It's a city car, so would rather have better fuel economy than more "oomph". Boot space is fine. Who, realistically, is stuffing over 400L of whatever into their car on a regular basis? Interior also looks good. I like the lower central display. You shouldn't need to be looking at it whilst driving as you have all you need in the HUD and more behind the steering wheel. I am surprised they still even have that stumpy gear shift. Moving that to a stick on the steering wheel, or even just buttons on the central section, would improve the aesthetics of the interior.

[SOMEONE-ME]

No idea why you narrowed you search to UK. There are ton of LBX reviews on YT.
There is no sport mode. That special mode on gear selector is for mountains and lets you control strength of regenerative breaking. Nothing to do with sport mode, but more like "manual mode". It feels dynamic due to quite powerful electric motor which is linked to 2x stronger battery than Yaris has. This is the key to good dynamics.
If I'm correct Japan gets double boot floor and also a standard AC socket at the back which can be useful. Shame this is not present in Europe.