Used 2022 Lexus UX 250h F Sport Handling for sale 

Lexus has packed the 2022 UX 250h with lots of features as standard. As you can see from the table below, there are a total of two trim levels to choose from namely the base UX 250h and then the range-topping UX 250h Luxury. You also have a special UX 250h F Sport trim which gets better supportive seats and a sportier suspension setup. 

The base UX 250h starts from around $36,200 whereas the Luxury trim level is priced at $41,420. The Luxury trim level as the name suggests gets more creature comforts and luxury features like heated and ventilated seats, rain-sensing wipers, a sound-resistant windshield, lane departure warning, and a powered moonroof.

Which Trim should you buy?

We suggest that you get the base trim. There are lots of standard features with the base trim level all at $36,200. But still, if you want the added features that come with the Luxury trim level, you will have to pay around $41,240 for the same. Also, there are many optional features that will drive the price well over the $40,000 mark.

Hybrid powertrains are kind of becoming the norm these days as they are easier to implement than developing a full-blown electric vehicle. And Lexus has always been very clear with their motives. They have been improving the technology ever since. That being said, we get a 2.0 liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with an electric motor under the 2022 UX 250h Hybrid's hood. This unit produces a combined power output of 181 hp and has 151 lb-ft of torque on offer. 

Let us be honest, these are not mind-blowing figures by any means as some of its rivals do offer a lot more power and torque. And that lack of power is evident in the acceleration as the power that is available is what is transferred to the performance. Despite getting an electric motor which should theoretically help in better acceleration figures, it does not with the 2022 Lexus UX 350h. It does the 0 - 60 mph sprint in 8.6 seconds whereas the quarter-mile takes around 16.1 seconds on the 2022 UX 250h. And the UX 250h tops out at a very modest top speed of 110 mph.

Like said earlier, the 2022 Lexus UX 250h is definitely not the fastest. That can be seen when you look at its performance figures compared to rivals. Surprisingly enough, some of its rivals also lack in terms of performance. But the standout rival has been the one from its parent company. The 2022 Toyota RAV4 does the 0-60 mph sprint in just 7.4 seconds which is more than a second quicker compared to the UX 250h. The Toyota RAV4 also leads the table in terms of power.

How well does the 2022 Lexus UX 250h handle?

Though lacking in terms of performance and acceleration, Lexus had made sure that the UX 250h is a very fun car to drive. As it does stand as tall as a typical SUV and comes with slightly close to hatchback dimensions, the difference is very evident. The UX 250h thus has an upper hand in this aspect over all of its rivals. The chassis is so lively which makes you want to push around corners harder. The steering feels responsive and offers decent feedback.

There are three driving modes to choose from namely Sport, Normal, and Eco. The drive modes adjust the suspension and traction depending on the mode selected. The ride quality is as expected from a Lexus is comfortable but not the best. And for those who want the sportiest driving dynamics, going for the F Sport trim is absolutely worth it.

Braking Performance

Braking performance is very important for the 2022 UX 250h given its dimensions. To be honest, Lexus could have worked a little bit more on the powertrain given their braking performance. The 2022 UX 250h stops the fastest at 119 ft which is far better than all of its rivals. The front brake rotors are sized at 12.0-inches whereas the rear brake rotors are sized at 11.1-inches and the curb weight is around a decent 3605 lbs.

As said earlier, Lexus has done a great job with the braking system on the 2022 UX 250h. All of its rivals take around 128 or 130 ft to come to a halt from 60 mph. The UX 250h on other hand, stops at a very much better 119 ft from 60 mph. This is despite being heavier than the lightest car in this comparison, the 2022 Ford Escape hybrid.

One major reason to go with a hybrid car is for the improved fuel economy that it offers. And given its mediocre performance, the Lexus UX 250h would perform better in terms of fuel and it does indeed. The 2022 UX 250h delivers 41 mpg in the city followed by 38 mpg on the highway. The fuel tank capacity is however is the smallest in the segment by some margin at just 10.6 gallons. This happens to be the sole reason for the lowest range in the entire segment but thankfully is saved from the good fuel economy reducing the number of stops between a trip.

All the cars in this comparison have a very similar fuel economy and it all comes down to the fuel tank capacity. Yes, the Ford Escape might seem to have an upper hand with the fuel efficiency but the margin is small. The defining aspect which as we said earlier, is the fuel tank capacity is the one that helps the 2022 Escape Hybrid. It comes with the second-biggest fuel tank at 14.3 gallons which combined with its impressive fuel economy, gives it the best range overall.

Lexus has always known to put more emphasis on the interiors given they are a luxury marquee. And as expected, the same continues with the 2022 Lexus UX 250h. There is quite a lot happening on the dashboard and none of it feels too much. Lexus has played with the use of colors, layout, and leather to make it appealing and importantly it is as unique as you get in any Lexus. The quality is top-notch and all the panels and switches you touch do feel more premium than what you would do in some of its rivals.

And there are real physical switches placed perfectly and that adds to the ergonomics. The seats on the UX 250h are plush and comfortable with good levels of support. Also, they come with lots of flexibility thanks to the power-adjustable seats and memory function. And the addition of some nice creature comforts like the heated and ventilated seats do make the experience a whole lot better.

The Lexus UX 250h scores far better than all of its rivals in terms of quality, features, comfort, luxury, and front-row space. But where it lacks to all of its rivals is in terms of the second-row space. There is quite a lot of space on the UX 250h's rivals' second-row which is very evident from the table. And one aspect which is expected to get a hit by being a hybrid is cargo capacity. Again, it is the Lexus UX 250h that takes the most beating with the lowest cargo carrying capacity in the segment at 21.7 cubic feet. All of the rivals are very similar in terms of space both on the front and second-row but the RAV4 has the most cargo capacity at 37.6 cubic ft.

Standout interior features:

• Faux leather upholstery 
• Heated and ventilated seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control system
• 8-way power-adjustable front seats
• Powered moonroof
• Memory function for the driver seat

What's there to keep you entertained?

This is somewhere where Lexus might have to put some effort. The rivals have come a long way in terms of the infotainment system and their ease of use. Lexus still uses a touchpad controller near the gear level on the 2022 UX 250h which to be brutally honest, is a tragedy to use. This combined with the sluggish user interface makes the whole experience so bad that you will not want to use it that much especially when driving. 

The one good thing which helps is that Lexus provides both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration which helps in salvaging some of the lost experience. The base trim level gets a 7.0-inch infotainment screen whereas the range-topping trim level gets a bigger 10.0-inch infotainment screen. And like said earlier, Lexus uses the touchpad controller because there is no touchscreen support. Yes, the Lexus UX 250h's infotainment screens do not get touchscreen support in 2022 as well.

Standout infotainment features:

• Lexus Enform remote access
• Voice commands
• Standard 6-speaker premium audio system
• Base 7.0-inch infotainment screen
• Optional 10.0-inch infotainment screen
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Navigation system

Lexus has made a name for itself in the industry by making some of the most unconventional yet striking looks cars. The 2022 Lexus UX 250h stays true to that philosophy carrying forward a very unconventional and aggressive design which makes it very unique in the segment. Some design elements which are very typical of Lexus like the massive spindle grille at the front shout luxury when you look at it. 

The Lexus is that one car in this segment that lets everyone looking at it know that this is a luxury car. That is a particularly good feeling to have every time you drive the car for most people. There are lots of cuts and creases all over the UX 250h which we usually relate to a Lexus and that makes it very good to look at. The side and rear profile just like the front fascia carry a lot of character as well.

This is yet another aspect that swings in the favor of the 2022 Lexus UX 250h. All the rivals in the segment carry a conventional SUV design language especially the Ford Escape. Both the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 have tried a bit to tweak their design to look more exciting. But nothing can beat the UX 250h in terms of design which is evident. Yes, it is the smallest in the segment and the looks are more similar to that of a jacked-up hatchback than an SUV. But as always said, design is always a personal preference no matter the segment. The Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, and the Honda CR-V have a tall stance compared to the Lexus UX 250h. That said, even though some will not prefer the crossover styling of the Lexus, will definitely turn heads.

Standout exterior features:

• LED headlights
• 18.0-inch alloy wheels
• Body-colored fender flares
• Heated rearview mirrors
• Aluminum roof rails
• Hands-free liftgate
• Sound-resistant windshield

Lexus is known for safety as most of its cars are proven entities of safety and one does not need to be concerned about crash test ratings. And for those who are still very particular to know about its crash-test scores, the UX 250h impresses on the same. Though the scores of the 2022 Lexus UX 250h are not available, we can take a look at the 2021 model year's scores. 

The 2021 UX 250h got the "Top Safety Pick" recommendation from the IIHS whereas the NHTSA rated the same with 5 stars. And on top of all this, Lexus has packed the 2022 UX 250h with a long list of standard safety features and driver assistance technologies. Some of these features are simply not available with its rivals.

Standout safety features:

• Blind-spot monitor
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Lane departure warning
• Lane keep assist
• Forward collision warning
• Pedestrian detection
• Road sign recognition
• Adaptive cruise control
• Automatic emergency braking

2022 Lexus UX 250h vs 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid 

The 2022 Escape Hybrid is a great all-around SUV from Ford and is the one that will appeal to most Americans given its conventional tall SUV design and Ford branding. Yes, it does have a lot of space on the inside compared to the 2022 UX 250h. But other than that, the Lexus UX 250h beats out the Ford Escape very easily in most aspects.

2022 Lexus UX 250h vs 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

The RAV4 hybrid is one of Toyota's popular models to be sold on US soil. It has always gone well in terms of sales and customer satisfaction. And as we all know, the RAV4 is from Lexus's parent company Toyota but the focus is completely different with both these cars. The RAV4 has the better performance and is the value for money pick without compromising on much. The Lexus on the other hand is clearly focused on luxury and has the added benefit of being fun to drive.

2022 Lexus UX 250h vs 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid

The Honda CR-V hybrid is yet another Japanese rival to the Lexus UX 250h after the RAV4. The CR-V has its fair share of good things and bad things. But at the end of the day, both these cars are quite different in what they offer. The CR-V is strictly a family car with lots of emphases made on space, comfort, and ease of use, all of which it does really well. The Lexus UX 250h hits back with better driving dynamics, more luxury, and features.

Lexus had made a name for itself making luxurious cars and they still do. 2022 Lexus UX 250h is a compact SUV that strives to keep its passengers comfortable and provides a posh experience as a whole. Though lacking in terms of performance, the 2022 UX 250h offers impressive driving dynamics and great fuel economy making it a great buy.