Newly upgraded multimedia system luxury urban SUV new Lexus UX 260h

The new UX 260h, a luxury urban SUV owned by Lexus, was officially launched in the Chinese market. Since its launch in 2018, the UX model has been based on the concept of "New Generation Urban Explorer", with exquisite and bold design language and passionate driving experience, committed to delivering the new generation of urban lifestyle to more consumers.

The new UX is equipped with a new multimedia system, and the whole series is equipped with a 12.3-inch touch display as standard, voice control, Apple CarPlay, Baidu CarLife functions, and some models are also equipped with digital keys, creating a new urban car experience in multiple aspects. At the same time, the intelligent safety system LSS+ has also been completely evolved to further protect driving safety. In addition, the F SPORT version also adds performance features such as AVS, adaptive variable suspension system and sports damping shock absorbers, to bring a superior driving experience. In terms of vehicle appearance, the new UX also has good performance. In addition to the addition of a variety of exterior interior colors, the F SPORT version also offers a more personalized two-tone body option for the first time.

A total of 4 models will be launched in this new UX: the new UX 260h Exploration Edition, the new UX 260h Exploration Cool Edition, the new UX 260h Exploration Fun Edition and the new UX 260h F SPORT Edition, with a suggested retail price range of RMB 267,800 to RMB 337,800. Among them, the new UX 260h Discovery Edition added for the first time provides more choices for the new generation of urban explorers at a more sincere price.

Intelligent interaction is convenient and free

As the representative of the new generation of LEXUS brand, the new UX always grasps the trend of human-computer interaction and other technologies, and provides young consumers with a technological and intelligent car experience. The new multimedia system supports natural voice control, which can be activated via a 12.3-inch touchscreen or voice commands, allowing drivers and passengers to easily control window lifting and opening and closing without the need for buttons. At the same time, the navigation of the new UX adopts a newly designed interface, fully adapted to high-definition display and touch functions, and all models also support Cloud Navi cloud navigation, making the travel experience convenient and convenient. Apple CarPlay and Baidu CarLife also support wired and wireless connections, and are equipped with QQ Music, Himalaya and other localized applications to meet diversified leisure and entertainment needs. In addition, the new UX adds a profile feature that supports custom settings for up to 3 users. To ensure that the vehicle system is always up-to-date, the new UX provides OTA upgrade service. At the same time, the vehicle is equipped with a digital key, providing users with a variety of convenient digital services.

Escort Technology Rest assured

Equipped with the newly upgraded LEXUS Intelligent Safety System LSS+, the new UX comprehensively enhances the vehicle's active/passive safety technology. The PCS pre-collision safety system adds intersection steering assist and ESA emergency steering assist, which can actively identify dangerous situations during cornering and warn them in time. At the same time, the adaptive cruise control system ACC has also newly introduced the curve deceleration function to add safety and security to the driving experience.

Smooth control and fun to drive

Adhering to the development concept of "Always On", LEXUS has repeatedly tested and tuned the new UX in the brand's new operation headquarters - Xiashan Technical Center, continuously improving the driving quality and performance, and providing users with a more passionate driving experience and control pleasure.

In terms of basic vehicle performance, a total of 20 spot welds have been added to the body of the new UX, which greatly strengthens the overall rigidity of the body structure. In addition, the new UX 260h F SPORT Edition is equipped with sports damping shock absorbers and an adaptive variable suspension system AVS for a superior driving experience. In addition, the new UX 260h F SPORT Edition offers welcome pedals with F SPORT's exclusive badge and F SPORT's exclusive aluminum pedals, and for the first time, six two-tone body color options are introduced, highlighting the sporty style and giving the car more personalization.

Inside and outside, cutting-edge evolution

The new UX adopts a convenient and practical interior design language to create a more humanized driving space. The standard 12.3-inch HD center display features touch capabilities and anti-reflective coated glass to reduce interference caused by direct sunlight during driving. At the same time, the position of the display is also adjusted forward according to the driver's gesture habits, making the maneuvering process more convenient and comfortable. In terms of storage, the new UX also fully optimizes the space design. The wider front tray holds larger smartphones, and the new LED lighting makes it easy for drivers and passengers to see what's inside the tray. In the center console, a storage compartment for small items such as keys has been added to the actual usage scenario. At the same time, two Type-C ports are provided in the front pallet position, and USB-A and 12V power ports are also provided in the handrail, which can meet the charging needs of multiple drivers and passengers in the car. In addition, the new UX has further optimized the space between the driver's knees and the door side, making it easier for the driver to enter and exit.

At the same time, the body of the new UX introduces two metallic paints, "Supersonic Iridium Silver" and "Supersonic Streamer Metallic", for the first time, creating a natural and refined body through the strong contrast of gloss and shadow. In the interior space, Sashiko craftsmanship is used to simulate leather seats to integrate environmental protection into comfortable travel. The newly added "Akiyama Chestnut" interior color scheme adds a warm and comfortable atmosphere to the cabin space of the new UX with a light and luxurious light color style. The uniformly treated black instrument panel uses a traditional Japanese washi paper texture finish, highlighting the oriental aesthetic of the LEXUS brand in exquisite craftsmanship.

The new UX combines forward-looking appearance with vitality and confidence, and brings a "big difference" that is both textured and dynamic through a positive and enterprising "small evolution". At the same time, the new UX puts ingenuity into exquisite details everywhere, and with the "small touch" at your fingertips, it constitutes a "big heartbeat" that young explorers fall in love with. In the future, the new UX will accompany more new generations of explorers to enjoy a more exciting luxury urban lifestyle.

Appendix: New UX 260h model versions and MSRP

New UX 260h Exploration Edition 267,800 yuan

The new UX 260h Tanko Cool Edition is 287,800 yuan

The new UX 260h Tanji Fun Edition costs 307,800 yuan

The new UX 260hF SPORT version costs 337,800 yuan