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Lexus UX 300e vs Toyota bZ4X
Selected trimStandard · 2023-26280 mi · 72.8 kWh · £47,495
Selected trimIcon FWD 57.7kWhChange trim276 mi · 57.7 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Lexus UX 300e leads on city driving, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Lexus UX 300e if...
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Toyota bZ4X if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueToyota
Lexus
4.5
Toyota
5.5
Motorway RangeToyota
Lexus
2.7
Toyota
4.9
FamilyToyota
Lexus
5.9
Toyota
6.9
ChargingToyota
Lexus
0.1
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
Lexus
3.8
Toyota
8.8
City DrivingLexus
Lexus
6.3
Toyota
4.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
- £7,500 cheaper
- 85 litres more boot space
- 100 kW faster rapid charging
- 50 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300eBase | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £47,495 | £39,995 (better) |
| Official range | 280 miles (better) | 276 miles |
| Boot space | 367 L | 452 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 80 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Length
Lexus UX 300e4,495mm-195mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm
Width
Lexus UX 300e1,840mm-20mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm
Height
Lexus UX 300e1,545mm-105mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300eBase | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,495 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,840 mm (better) | 1,860 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,080 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,545 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 560 mm spare (better) | 540 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300eBase | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 367 L | 452 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Lexus UX 300e Base |  Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.50m | 4.69m+195mm |
| Width | 1.84m | 1.86m+20mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.08m | Not available |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.65m+105mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.64m | 2.85m+210mm |
| Ground Clearance | 166mm | 177mm+11mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 367L | 452L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg (better) | 1,870kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.8kWh (better) | 57.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 280 mi (better) | 276 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £47,495 | £39,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023–2026 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300eBase | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 280 miles (better) | 276 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 233 miles (better) | 230 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 80 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 71.4 kWh (better) | 54 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300eBase | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 300 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Lexus UX 300e
Base
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Lexus UX 300e Base
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist77%
Euro NCAP - Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Lexus UX 300eBase | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Lexus UX 300e worth the extra £7,500 over the Toyota bZ4X?
The Lexus UX 300e costs £7,500 more than the Toyota bZ4X. For that premium it adds a 1.1s quicker 0-62mph time. The Toyota bZ4X is not just cheaper - it also offers 100 kW faster peak rapid charging and 85 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Toyota bZ4X comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Lexus UX 300e or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Toyota bZ4X is £7,500 cheaper to buy. The Toyota bZ4X is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Lexus UX 300e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota bZ4X comes out roughly £7,660 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Lexus UX 300e and Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 233 miles for the Lexus UX 300e and 230 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 80 minutes in the Lexus UX 300e and 30 in the Toyota bZ4X, so the Toyota bZ4X loses less time at each stop.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Lexus UX 300e or the Toyota bZ4X?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 560 mm of total clearance for the Lexus UX 300e and about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X. The Lexus UX 300e also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Lexus UX 300e or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Lexus UX 300e and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Further reading
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .