LEXUS ELECTRIFIED VISION: The UX 300e

The atmosphere is electric at Lexus of Paramatta as we usher in a new way of living forward with the Lexus UX300e. This is the first all-electric Lexus in Australia and it spearheads the rollout of more electrified Lexus vehicles destined for Australian shores by 2025.
The UX300e is an integral step in Lexus Electrified Vision and progression toward zero emission vehicles. It provides our compact SUV customers with a third UX model selection, adding all-electric to the traditional petrol and hybrid options, providing a total of 10 UX variants.
While a revelation to eco-friendly motoring, the luxurious UX300e is so much more than carbon conscious. Replete with Lexus' human-centred approach to design, Takumi crafted appointments, and superlative opulence and detail, the UX300e is ultimately about the thrill and fun of the drive.
The Electric Difference
Lexus hybrid electric vehicles have been available in Australia for over 15 years. Our peerless range delivers customers the luxury of choice, with our traditionally powered SUV, sedan, and coupe range available in the hybrid variant. The arrival of the UX300e expands our electrified vision, providing Lexus customers with the first all-electric, luxury compact SUV. But what is “all-electric” and how does it differ from electric hybrid?
The celebrated Lexus UX250h is one of our hybrid electric vehicles (HEV). It is powered by both a combustion engine and an electric engine. Both engines work in concert via sophisticated engine management systems to achieve the perfect power balance. A Lexus HEV is self-charging, doesn’t require plugging in, and is fuelled by battery and petrol. The driving range of a Lexus hybrid is determined by the amount of fuel in the tank, as with any traditional combustion engine vehicle.
The new UX300e is a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and has one power source which is an electric engine fuelled by Lithium-Ion battery.
UX 300e - Power, Style, and Luxury with Zero Emissions
Available in a Luxury and Sports Luxury variant, the benefits of driving a UX300e begin with zero emissions. Combustion engine vehicles make up 17% of Australia's total CO2 emissions. Driving a UX300e ensures you can play a significant role in the reduction of greenhouse gases. But exhaust-free motoring doesn't come at the expense of thrilling acceleration and an energetic drive. The all-electric engine delivers 300Nm of torque and a maximum power of 150kW to the front wheels. The UX 300e can accelerate from zero to 100km/h in just 7.5 seconds, with ventilated front and rear disc brakes providing the safety of phenomenal stopping power. Spirited and predictable handling comes via the rigid body, low centre of gravity, and 17 inch wheels (18 inch on the Sports Luxury). These features are combined with a suspension system designed specifically for the UX300e to deliver ride comfort and safety. Both models also receive the standard Safety System + delivering peace of mind on every journey.
Effortlessness is a through line in the UX300e, featuring prominently in vehicle controls and instrumentation. The colour head-up display is a fine example as it provides critical driving data without the driver having to take their focus from the road ahead.
Noise from the outside world is significantly reduced. UX300e has one of the quietest cabins in its class, with advanced noise insulation materials fitted around the tyres, fender panels and electric motor unit, ensuring studio-like ambiance for the 13-speaker Mark Levinson audio system.
The cabins of both variants are superbly appointed with heated and ventilated front seats, heated outboard rear seats, and a heated steering wheel heading the feature list.
The feeling of luxury and opulence is enhanced with high-grade leather-accented seats, and high-grade finishes for the door garnish and dashboard instrumentation. There’s attention to detail in every stitch and instrument.
The luxury sport gains a moon roof, as well as distinctive ornamentation inspired by Japanese paper called Washi, linking modern vehicle design to ancient Japanese tradition.
Charging Your Batteries
A full charge delivers 360km driving range depending on conditions. The range is enhanced by sophisticated aerodynamics, underbody covering and specially designed wheels, with battery regeneration provided as the vehicle decelerates. A drive mode select offers four different regeneration levels allowing the driver to switch easily between focusing on regeneration or the smoothness of deceleration and acceleration.
A full AC charge from empty will take approximately six and half hours. Simply plug in overnight, and your set to drive off fully charged the next morning. When you’re cruising the suburbs or out on the open road, you’re never far from a convenient charge station. Australia’s largest charging network, Chargefox, has 770 charging stations, with 1440 charging plugs. They deliver a fast, 80 minute DC charge for your UX, while you recharge your battery with a coffee and pastry.
Celebrating with the Benefits of Encore Platinum
When you purchase a new UX300e you receive the benefits of Encore Platinum plus unique extras. Before you take delivery of your new UX300e, a home charger will be professionally installed at your home completely free of charge*.
You will also receive two complimentary AC charge cables so there’s always a cable handy – one to keep in the car, another for the home charging station. And for the next 3 years, charging your new UX300e at any Chargefox station is complimentary.
The Future is Electric
Be one of the first to become a part of the Lexus electrified vision and Register your interest in a new UX300e now at Lexus of Parramatta. Be sure to enquire about the exclusive finance offer available through Lexus Financial Services, and drive off into an electric future with a brand new UX300e from Lexus of Parramatta.