I Don't Understand the 2019 Lexus UX250h F - One Take

Why do some people buy entry-level luxury hybrids? Is it about MPG? Is it about brand? Status? Comfort? Performance? The new 2019 Lexus UX 250h F-Sport is the perfect arena in which to discuss those topics.
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[@Raidn071]

Zach, it’s okay to just say, “Good Morning”

[@gdumpling6889]

Comparing a Prius to this is just sad. Those people probably never sat in a Lexus seat and the quietness

[@NeoNoggie]

What? This is just an upscale Prius. Totally makes sense to compare them to decide if this is worth the extra money.

[@ysl1990czech]

I own this brand new UX almost 2 weeks and I love this car! So relaxing, luxry and quiet. You would not belive me, that my pervious car was Infiniti g37 convertible😂😂😂😂 but it is truth

[@ratmtbola]

I feel like a city One Take would've done this car more justice than one in the canyons. Other than that, great video as usual

[@TenB33rs]

Good video Zach... .. Your getting more and more comfortable in front of the camera, it shows and I like it... Nice review.

[@jonotwist]

Tst delivered while I'm morning pooping? Such nostalgia. Good vid, Zach.

[@TWBJ_01]

Had the car for a year from new now. It is comfortable and does not cause any problems The interior is a really nice place to be in and creates a very calm aura about the way you drive it. True, that the touchpad also takes some getting used to, but overall interacting with the car is really intuitive and relaxing. It's definitely not a performance machine, but it's not a old prius slow either. The steering feels really good compared to some ohter rivals, eaven maybe too precise for the nature of this car, but thats the thing bout it - it feels like it was made with care. Honestly I would go with a bit smaller than OEM size wheels for the sake of comfort side. You see, UX has a bit of an identity crisis, trying to be sporty'ish while it's not really necessary - but thats a problem with many modern cars in my opinion. All the comfort and safety creatures work really well. All in all a really nice vehicle to get around town, gentle to people on bikes in traffic and more versatile than a fully electric equivalent.The name really fits the car - the user experience is really good. We are happy with it.

[@dewainet543]

Lexus is killing it this year. Great review!

[@pduffy83usa]

Good point about doing the math between hybrid and non.

[@gavinsullivan9015]

Nice review, well done👍

[@deathcab4booty]

eyyyy, Zack on that Weiss field watch game

[@Kamihashindaa]

I switch from a 2ss camaro to this car, I can say I regretted the switch but I enjoy driving this car though i is the power. This car is basically our weekend/road trip car now. I’ll be taking delivery of my rc 350 fsport next month. The specs I wanted wasn’t in stock unfortunately

[@SpiritLwerewolf]

Speaking of hybrids... Have you ever tried a gs450h? Just a suggestion :) Traction/stability control can be turned off just like in the ct200h.

[@mattborowy9019]

Try driving in MN in the winter time and you'll know what those wheel surrounds are for.

[@Trades46]

It's a nice high riding urban runabout - decent space, AWD capability & small enough to parallel park . The Toyota derived e-CVT (I don't like that term because it isn't a CVT but people here won't get it otherwise) means it won't be a driver's choice, but if you live in a condo where electric car charging isn't an option, the UX250h is a decent choice. I kind of wished Lexus offered a turbo motor in this thing, but I felt Lexus deliberately left this out to move buyers up to NX300.

[@richardgun2113]

great vid

[@House_Of_Cards_]

"There are plenty of options that cost 10,000 less." But these options will not last you 300,000 - 500,000 kilometers with minimal maintenance. Those options start to fall apart after 25,000 kilometers. For example, American, French, Italian or German cars. So in the the end you will probably end up paying more than 10,000 dollars if you decide to keep the car for few years. Save your time and the headache and get a reliable Toyota/Lexus. The only cars left that are actually worth it.

[@gregr2784]

if it's Japanese it's good I'll buy it other crap don't even mention

[@cHyrr1]

looks pretty nice

[@TheEmpoleon123456789]

11:45 I'm coming from a Mazda 3 6MT as a daily (I ride sportbikes, will eventually have dedicated sports cars). I want a car with amazing gas mileage, good interior cargo space, a low roof to chuck a cargo box on, and a *QUIET CABIN*. This is what I might buy to become my road trip car in ~2 years when this used market cools down.

[@donperrignon]

"To hybrid" as in: Too much hybrid Or To hybrid or not to hybrid. That is the question.

[@darwandoo]

Matt when are you going to get your hands on the new Porsche 992 I'm anxiously waiting to see what you think

[@shanebep3135]

I didn't mind this review at all, i really like the interior minus the stupid trackpad (it isn't a laptop). Your comparisons were great too, i often forget that mpg isn't everything in a dd when you factor in repair bills, space, looks, extra cost etc. It would be really cool to see their hybrid system implemented in a light hatch with a bit more pep, something that would compete with a fiesta st or something sporty and small like that.

[@msbgone]

I think the screen is too far back so they made like you are at your desk with a laptop trackpad? Not sure how I would like that either. Is it still a touch screen or do you have to use the trackpad?

[@willnye9788]

Going to testdrive the UX250h tomorrow I've seen a few in my apartment complex neighborhood and it has my attention. It's a great small city vehicle and with the roof-rack it looks awesome for extra cargo for roadtrips. The Rav4 hybrid is nice for that same price but gosh is it FAT, not to mention that horrible Hitler stache. Kudos to anyone who buys that for their family, us successful Xennials will stick to a subcompact that won't struggle finding parking, will be comfortable to drive, and will give me 400+ miles to a full tank for less than $40-50 👍.

[@SuperHoneyOil]

What happend to the 720s is a track day cheat code video? I got a notification but it was removed.

[@DanDanTheGuitarMan]

I was stoked for that!

[@RamosDominicano]

Same here.

[@joelm3954]

This is the closest thing to a Japanese station wagon. It’s a Lexus/Toyota which should last close to 200k miles easy, likely more.

[@kristians2704]

The Corolla wagon exists in Europe

[@xz9376]

Love this car!

[@Drewhasit]

I saw the aftermath of that crash! White camero and a rav 4 it was pretty bad. Hope everyone was okay.

[@caenzew6327]

You need also to consider the maintenance prices, broken parts prices compared to other brands, cheers from Germany

[@mynameis63]

Thanks Zack. You made some great points: Fast cars aren't the problem...it's people making poor choices that will ultimately hurt our hobby. Long- term cost comparisons, instead of initial feels, are the more sensible approach when choosing traditional vs hybrid vehicles. As far as water boots vs rain boots...meh...water panties instead of swim suits.....some say potatoe..I say spud. :)

[@zingg7203]

This is the car

[@ruimanuelcarvalho3432]

Great little car

[@scottnewnham8383]

Ha rain boots, In some parts of Australia = Gumboots or Galoshes, In the UK = Wellies or Wellingtons - Sorry, so off track. I enjoyed this review, thank you.

[@DaVincyi]

I actually like the touchpad better then the touchscreen. It’s less time eyes off the road.

[@gerardm.5047]

Good point

[@TheJCars10s]

I too hated plastic cladding. But it serves a purpose on my Outback. Dragging the bumper on a washed out gravel road? No scratched paint. Ice and slush buildup in the winter? Give that black plastic a tap with your foot, no worries about paint damage. Yeah, it's stupid in SoCal, but it can be functional.

[@jlopez1017d]

Hmmm never thought about that good point

[@BigHeadClan]

Don't worry Zack those marketing people by and large pretty out of touch with their buyers you sir are not. Also fast Hybrid? Infiniti Q50, totally reasonable price and plenty of power. If a bit quirky.

[@whatevernevermind5960]

I’d just get a fully loaded Rav-4 or CX-5 Turbo

[@msbgone]

I drove the rav4 hybrid and its a beast that is like my cherokee, not a big fan, this UX250h drove much nicer..... BUT, I still have no idea what I want. The model 3 or Y still calls my name... Time will tell for me... the rav4 hybrid does have a lot of features like this UX...... Why cant Lexus have rear heated seats?

[@chamade166]

Do you have no pride? You buy a Lexus because it's a luxury brand. Mazda doesn't really compare.

[@willnye9788]

Not many people want that segment despite price. The Rav4 is a Compact SUV bulky for the city. The Subcompact is for city dwellers with no family, not to mention the UX250h gets the same fuel economy as a Rav4 hybrid and it takes less to fill up the tank.

[@msbgone]

2019 Rav4 Hybrid, Lexus UX250h, or Tesla model 3. These are the 3 I am thinking about. The Rav4 I felt was too much like my Cherokee and a rough ride. The UX was smooth as silk, but a CVT and no real HP! The Model 3 was great, but it has many issues too..... Thoughts on what else I should look at anyone? Why can't Lexus put in rear heated seats, they are handy in winter....

[@FN-1969]

I’m actually considering the UX hybrid and the Rav4 as well. Way I’m looking at it is. Do I want more cargo or more luxury. I’m looking for a commuter vehicle for home to work daily driving. Includes some freeways for a trip of 30 minutes each way. I’m leaning towards the UX for the fact, as you mentioned the ride is nice and pretty quiet. I’m on a budget and will only spend so much per month. Hopefully I’ll be able to get a deal with the Lexus this month.

[@msbgone]

@@FN-1969 cool man and your name is great... lol, if you think about it let me know how it goes. I have not bought anything yet. I actually just test drove a Rogue, Bolt, and Volt. The Volt was good. The UX still is on my radar, but being a new model this year I will wait and I really like the way electric cars drive.... take care!

[@FN-1969]

Marc Spunt Thanks, lol. Nice name as well. I’ll plan on making an update here if and when I make my decision. I’m kinda shying away from Nissan, just was never a fan. But have actually considered Honda’s hybrid sedans. Test drove a Clarity today. Actually really nice and big interior. About the same prices as the UX hybrid base model but it’s a plug in hybrid. Gets between 40s to 110 mpg. But really prefer the SUV height. Though as mentioned in this video the UX does sit a little lower than traditional SUVs. And yes. Being a new model for the UX I agree being cautious. But Lexus / Toyota reliability seems very consistent.

[@msbgone]

Marc Finn LPTA cool. You can try a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, a 2019. It is a plug in as well but electric range is low and features are so so. I am going to wait a year and see what happens. Good luck!

[@bindang7191]

Acura RDX Advance Package

[@hamsterbrigade]

Your Hybrid math assumes gas mileage stays the same.

[@STRGHTSXBNZ]

Zack, Would you consider this over a similarly equipped new RAV4 hybrid?

[@cliffordbradford8910]

That's always the question... RAV4 hybrid starts at $27.7K. This thing starts at $34K which is 23% more. I assume base to base isn't similarly equipped though.

[@msbgone]

They ride differently, the UX has the gas shocks and a much smoother ride. I have driven both and the RAV for 2019 hybrid has gone rouge, well not nissan, but off road feeling. It felt like my Cherokee I have now. I want a smooth ride....

[@nhavasis]

Zach sounds bored out of his mind. Also "F".

[@skagerstrom]

SUV's need those plastic parts to not look as massive. Have you seen an X5 with those things painted? It's horrible. The plack plastic makes the car look thinner and less heavy between the arch and the hood/rear window line. The smaller ones though... It would be enough with a little black line like the newer BMW's have it. This is to much. Also looks like a Jeep, and that's a bad thing here.

[@ppgliderbrigmatiusmostcold5120]

Over $43,000?!? Whoa!!! That's nuts!!!

[@0311uli]

I went to a dealer a few days back and came across the base hybrid model and it was $34,500. Got in it and was impressed by what the base came in with. So, I'd be looking around before being bamboozled and getting upcharged when u can get the base model for cheap.

[@makjak111]

Is this the same size as the rav4?

[@willnye9788]

No, different size segment

[@Nannarii]

"Mild hybrids" without plugin-features and a decent battery are completely moronic.

[@googleleavemynamealone9145]

I dont know if you know this, but progress arrives in steps. You dont just jump to a perfect solution. Unless your Tesla with the Model S lol BTW Mercades Take away from their F1 experience results in those cool "mMild Hybrids" that get rid of the alternators and stuff.

[@phuckhugh2698]

not rain boots. Waders.

[@yongminkim1980]

damn.. very informative... all the right info for someone looking at buying one of these... (ie me)

[@bentucker2301]

Wellingtons

[@thedronescene7474]

I recently purchased a new UX and in just 4 weeks of ownership, thr car has been back ag the dealer 7 times. The car has a vibration on the gas pedal, seat and floor when driving over 40mph. 7 visits and still the problem is there. I haven’t even made my first payment yet!!!!! I just hired a lawyer and started the lemon law process. Lexus Corporate and dealers have the been the worse and wont ever in my life own another Lexus.

[@motormusique]

Ok why is the smoking tire..the SMOKING tire, driving a hybrid Lexus compact grocerygetter

[@jomaha9227]

Probably the same reason why they've driven everything from a Prius to a Fusion in the past.

[@channinggoldsmith1263]

JoMaHa yes let’s compare two cars that had performance goodies bolted on them to this Lexus which is stock and uninspiring.

[@grabir01]

Not a fan of CVT on cars.

[@jlopez1017d]

Oshe Shango how is it better in a hybrid I’ve never driven a hybrid my mom had an Altima with CVT transmission it was not memorable

[@gerardm.5047]

This has a real first gear

[@vwssit]

the fender "cladding" sound and look stupid until your wife drive the car into the garage door for the X time... and Zack, maybe put the spec/cheat sheet by the camera next time? or somewhere in the general direction? personally don't see a problem with cheat sheets, but just doesn't looks as good when you see people reading off the sheet... just saying...

[@vwssit]

@Oshe Shangowhen true self driving car exists, I wouldn't dare to ask my AI overlord to drive me around...

[@vwssit]

@Oshe Shango yea I figured, but imo full AI self driving cars won't be here in my life time, atleast the infrastructure in North America is not ready for it at all, although it will be cool, but I prefer to drive myself, and I think it is also a skill that one should have

[@ruftime]

Woohoo! A new fangled “self-charging” car.....how innovative:-(

[@jordanstatler4661]

I was watching cat unboxing fails thank you very much but nice try though...

[@marufbepary100]

Used Lexuses cost way more than the Germans. They seem to hold their value better.

[@Blueoceanx77]

bought one! 250H F Sport S + the ArtisanSpirits Aero Kit :) 24 more days! + cheaper for me cause work in the company haha! Link to site with the kit on artisanspirits.co.jp/car-lineup/lexus/ux/ux_sl-bl/index.html

[@jywn]

how does audi's reliability compare to lexus?

[@bhogue6391]

I want an updated CT 200h but they stopped supporting that model so now I have to buy this CUV. Sad day. Thanks to everyone that doesn't buy cars anymore.

[@iroulis]

I understand the UX250h. No other Toyota vehicle uses the New 2.0L Dynamic Force High Compression Engine (Toyota's version of Sky-Active with 14:1 Compression in Hybrid/Atkinson Cycle Form) as a Hybrid: Prius and Corolla Hybrids use the 1.8L version, and All others Hybrids (Camry, Venza, Avalon, RAV4, Highlander, and Sienna) use the 2.5L version of that engine. I don't understand the UX200, which has the same engine and drive train (K120 CVT with Launch Gear) of a Corolla SE trim line. The UX200 should have NEVER been. The 2.0L Dynamic Force engine and K120 Launch Gear CVT from the Corolla SE trim line should've been put into the Corolla-HighRider AKA C-HR. Toyota bean counters put an old Valvematic 2.0L in the C-HR instead. Fortunately, the K120 Launch Gear CVT is in the C-HR.

[@leepower2717]

The same 2 litre hybrid power train is available in the C - HR & Corolla in other parts of the world. The 2 litre hybrid in the Corolla has a decent 0 - 60 mph time of 7.6 seconds.

[@TheEmpoleon123456789]

Strangely the UX250h is a parts bin special in exactly the right way for an enthusiast's "boring car". I drive 40,000 miles a year, 50/50 work and recreational road trips. I need a quiet cabin and stellar fuel economy. I need a naturally aspirated engine which doesn't pull timing when I run 87 octane. I want an amazing sound system. If I want to have fun, I'll get the stick roadster out of the garage or hop on my sportbike.

[@dollaz5541]

Looks like a oversized corolla

[@mrsnowboardcrazy]

Looks exactly like the Mazda CX3

[@chm2]

P1

[@LeDechaine]

Hahaha, Lexus LFA gauges... Nope, it's not that kind of "sports" car.

[@Raljr15]

Le Déchaîné most Lexus have those kind of gauges nowadays

[@cargueone1971]

That's one expensive CHR

[@LesGainous]

Carlos Guevara ... but a night-and-day difference once you drive them. The UX is more sturdier ride and is much quieter in the cabin.

[@gerardm.5047]

Yea only worth it for the base model

[@njshift]

Not the first car I think of for a Smoking Tire review. It’s pretty much an overpriced Prius.

[@jomaha9227]

They did a One-Take with a Prius though ...

[@k24dc2tr8]

That was a modified Prius, this car isn’t even performance inspired. TST needs to make money, we get it, but they’re not even trying with this glorified commercial. Carfection did the same a few days ago.

[@mengx94]

Perfect car for a driver like Zack. Just cruising

[@chadhaire1711]

No real fuel economy figures? Worthless video

[@simysimy9]

Good god that exterior is hideous. Everyone's doing plastic because it's cheaper than metal painted panels and people still buy the cars. They advertise it as rugged but it's really just cheaper.

[@simysimy9]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqKvlp6toLGmptE some painted metal for ya. The plastic fender guards we make aren't painted. The dye is in the plastic. Every company is different tho.

[@NissanR33Ztune]

why on earth are you using notes, they are just simple memory tasks ?

[@seamusb.8933]

Boo

[@esteemedenergy]

Lexus really needs to do something with their terrible infotainment interface. They lag so far behind BMW in this regard, along with handling, braking, and overall driving feel.

[@gregr2784]

shut up rectum lol

[@torod213]

CVT's have one single purpose: To allow the engine to allways operate in it's most efficient rev range for optimum efficiency or power. Williams F1 tested a CVT in the 90's which was quote several seconds faster than their conventional F1 car. But when you implement fake gear ratios in it, all of that advantage disappear. It's LITERALLY useless!

[@jomaha9227]

If you've ever driven one that just hangs at a certain RPM as it accelerates you may have found it to be obnoxious to just have a constant engine noise/hum/drone. A large portion of customers complained, so they stopped doing that.

[@torod213]

@@jomaha9227 Obviously I have driven a CVT. Yes it sounds weird, but people don't seem to complain about that with scooters, snowmobiles and ATV's and a lot of those use CVT's. It's just a matter of what you're used to. If all cars had used CVT's for decades, people would complain that gear ratios sound weird. Besides, like I said, if you're going to add fake gear ratios in a CVT because customers don't like how CVT's work, then DITCH THE FUCKING CVT. Like I said, at that point CVT's make zero sense.

[@texanfournow]

F11 *is* a joke

[@grabir01]

You will save 500 dollars a month in repair bills over the Audi.

[@torod213]

1: No 2: Ever heard of a warranty?

[@grabir01]

@@torod213 lol

[@grabir01]

@@torod213 Audi invented it!! lol

[@nathanbais]

torod213 Agreed. Warranties will cover everything except for what’s on the fine print at the bottom of the warranty agreement - which normally is everything

[@Danu01c]

I would take Lexus mpg estimates with a grain of salt. They're always really conservative. My wife's ct200h is supposed to get 40mpg on hwy, 43 on city and 42 combined. My wife get from 48-50 combined all of the time and if I drive it slowly I've averaged from 52 to 55mpg. So, I'm pretty sure this one could do as well or even better. Hell my IS350 is supposed to get 27mpg on highway and on highway if I drive normal at 65mph I can average from 32-34mpg

[@Danu01c]

Oshe Shango what's does tesla have to do with anything in this video?

[@Danu01c]

@Oshe Shango yeah the difference is that I stated a worst case scenario (my wife driving ) and she gets more that what the manufacturer states...

[@mgml3330]

I own the UX200 (not the HYBRID). Lexus rates it at 29/37 mpg. My Average mpg after each reset has not been less than 34 with 70/30 HWY/City. Great gas mileage on this little car. Probably hybrid is better esp if you drive more City than Hwy due to regenerative braking!

[@cottagegymfun]

Prius has real back seats, better fuel economy, accelerate slower and ugly styling 🤣🤣 No, imo these two really aren't closely related

[@tenrten19]

How about that front end wow👎🏽

[@mike_wellington_]

Goodness GRACIOUS, I was watching this with a group of people, and they all tapped out very quickly, then me left standing, I had to stop watching after a few minutes I just couldn’t take it anymore. I’m never one to badmouth anybody, especially behind a computer screen, but constructively I do need to say this guy is VERY annoying and definitely needs a LOT of pointers want to comes to reviewing and talking. I have huge respect for Matt Farah and the smoking tire so it pains me to say this at risk of negative responses back from anyone who runs TST, or other viewers. However, I really wanted to know more about this car, rather than just pointless rambling and awkwardness. I’m sure one day Zach will get it and that’s great, but I’m sorry that I have to say this was very painful in many ways.

[@MichaelWarne]

When you click a one take then see it’s not with Matt and instantly exit

[@marktolsma8816]

Easton Gallagher Your loss. Bye.

[@PigglyWigglyDeluxe]

You're one of very very few

[@shanebep3135]

Still butthurt? The host change happened so long ago

[@MichaelWarne]

nah just pointing out its not worth the watch anymore@@shanebep3135

[@genkideguire]

Bye.

[@stefan-stocksmadesimple5241]

I don't usually hate on cars because the car community doesn't benefit a thing from people arguing on the internet which engine or make is better, that being said whoever designed the back of this thing should be asked to leave his occupied profession. Utterly hideous.

[@ruimanuelcarvalho3432]

I think it looks great especially true taillights and buddy should get promoted.

[@andeleputo89]

Wow. Is this thing Useless

[@gregr2784]

shut up rectum LoL

[@JasveerSingh-hb2hk]

bro u even cannot compare lexus with audi bro… u can compare audi with garbage like merc, bmw and other garbage 🗑️