2024 Lexus LBX Review | Small SUV is cheapest way into a Lexus, but worth it?

[@theusefulchannel]

For a quick review, I found it pretty informative.

[@DJAYPAZ]

The reviewer mentioned 3 Lbx models. I can find only 2 on the local Lexus website.

[@aidin1362]

2WD version comes in two classes. Luxury, and Sport Luxury.

[@Barry-26]

@@aidin1362they do have AWD too.

[@davidkean5680]

good work

[@KJP-dv2uj]

When describing the engine, the graphic on the screen describes it as a turbo-petrol. I do not think it is. It is a naturally aspirated hybrid.

[@论论]

If you want me spend 61k on hatch, 61k of money i can spend on toyota rav4 top range EDGE. Please advice me which one better ?

[@DJAYPAZ]

@@论论 The RAV4 is a much larger vehicle than the CHR.

[@ruudvdberg8580]

Turbo engine? As far as I know they come without turb, which explains 136 bhp.

[@golden_eye2349]

yes its non-turbo engine

[@Roy-pk4xd]

1.5 N.A 136 BHP is pretty good , 90 from ICE extra power from 2x E.motors

[@DJAYPAZ]

I’m comparing the Luxury LBX to a similarly priced Toyota CHR and a Renault Megan e-tech. There are big differences in specs of the cars. Once I have test driven all three it will be easier tell which one is best.

[@Brendo95]

So, how’d you go?

[@DJAYPAZ]

@@Brendo95 I opted for the CHR. The LBX was very good but the rear sear legroom was very small. Wait time for delivery was around 6 months. The Megane E-tech was also very good but less safety tech than the CHR. The Toyota was available immediately.

[@kevind6956]

@@DJAYPAZ Just taken out a CHR on a test drive. Great comfort but the Lexus (What Car car of the year) was superior in luxury and it didn't have that horrible Ipad type screen. Both great cars.

[@DJAYPAZ]

@ Thanks for replying. Agreed they are both great cars. The paint finish of the Lexus is better than the CHR. One of the deciding factors for me was rear seat legroom. The CHR has more than the Lexus. Ultimately availability was the final factor that steered me to the CHR. At the time of purchase it was one week versus 6 months.

[@samartz]

If it had a slightly bigger engine with the same price, id be more keen!

[@cristi724]

I think they could've spared some efficiency for the sake of better performance. It is a premium car after all and would have made the price an easier pill to swallow for this class.

[@DJAYPAZ]

Agreed, the lack of power could be a problem.

[@DJAYPAZ]

After driving the car for over 3000 kilometres I don't think there is a lack of power. When driven in sport mode the Koba CHR has good acceleration and throttle response. I guess it comes down to what a buyer wants.

[@cristi724]

@@DJAYPAZ As far as I know the CHR comes with 4 cylinder engines only, maybe your market is different, the LBX is a 3 cylinder. If you're talking about the 2.0 Hybrid that can come on the CHR, that is plenty fast, but this LBX has a much less powerful drivetrain.

[@DJAYPAZ]

@ The 4 cylinder CHR engine is definitely zippy.

[@sheezy2526]

When Lexus CT200H was sold back in 2016 it was actually a worthwhile purchase because the price was in 30K range. Now you can get a way better Kia or a Hyandai around the same price. They are as reliable as Toyotas/Lexus and are fun to drive. There is absolutely no way this is worth 54K - 64K.

[@cristi724]

A Corolla hatch sized Lexus would be awesome to have again. Shame they only make stupid SUVs and very large sedans now.

[@sheezy2526]

@@cristi724 Yeah True, even with other brands the hatch variant the suv is based on is usually better and cheaper. I have driven an i30 and a Kona and i30 is way better in almost every way.

[@alecmally5433]

Stop whining about the CT200H....it was decent for its time, but basically a Toyota Auris on steroids.

[@sofiaalee]

No sunroof? For that price, I wont be buying

[@davidbae997]

I own a Lexus and I love Lexus, But this is not a Lexus, doesn't seem worth it. 3 cylinder $56900?! Car cost = $36900 $20000 = lexus badge cost😂

[@ckrgkrptkfwk5250]

Just a name, Lexus. not worth it. 😂

[@MD-dj8rm]

Lexus should redesign the front grille of the car: The front grille of the car is so big out of proportion and ugly !?!

[@GlowingTube]

No, not worth it.

[@thendebele]

This is as much nonsense as having a Range Rover hatchback! Completely off brand

[@cristi724]

What are you talking about? Lexus has a full line of SUVs, this is just the right car for places like Europe with tight cities and busy traffic.

[@TenzWang88]

Lexus can’t sell their overpriced cars here in Australia. So they bring this cheap luxury car to feed their dealers across the country 😂😂😂

[@daweigo6851]

Lexus sell very well in Australia 😮

[@Allanhyde264]

Nope. A Yaris with a different badge and some leather is still a glorified overpriced Yaris. How can they call it a Lexus product when it doesn’t even have rear aircon vents and a back arm rest. Just spend the extra $5k for a Euro. Toyota and Lexus are now run by accountants, not engineers. Crap product.

[@cristi724]

Don't get me wrong, I think it's a quirky car, a premium supermini SUV with a very not-premium engine, but rear armrest and vents in this class don't exist. They don't make sense anyway.

[@Allanhyde264]

@@cristi724we live in QLD. It absolutely does make sense to have rear air vents. This is a

[@cristi724]

​@@Allanhyde264 In this segment the rear passengers are not a priority in comfort or features for any brand. You don't buy this car for roadtrips or taxi, you buy it for 1-2 people, with at most one kid, so they can zip around to places on the cheap. They are very small in the back, really not comfortable for mid-long rides, and having the AC on in the front is enough to cool the whole car very fast. Look at this video, his knees are almost touching the center console.

[@1andycraig]

The yaris cross costs as much if u go 4x4 but with cheaper interior so its a no brainer which to choose

[@pitou115]

A part for 2 little kids, there is no room at the rear anyhow 😂