The 2021 Lexus UX taps design verve to hawk its cozy interior space and its middling performance.
Pros Good looks outside Inside, too Frugal UX Hybrid Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, gratis
Cons Drivetrain can drone Short on acceleration Gets pricey for its size Cramped rear seat
For 2021 Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are now standard.
Pros High fuel economy Lots of standard and optional safety tech Maneuverable around town thanks to small dimensions
Cons Infotainment interface can be difficult to use Limited rear legroom Cargo area has a high liftover height All-wheel drive is only available on the UX 250h hybrid
The 2021 Lexus UX's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Lexus UX has a score of 7.2 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 26 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Refined ride quality and handling Great fuel economy High predicted reliability rating
Cons Distracting infotainment controls Tepid acceleration Relatively small cargo area
Kia has finally joined the booming city-SUV class.
Pros Modern design Perky economical engine Runs on regular unleaded Long list of standard equipment Roomy boot Seven-year warranty
Cons Service intervals are short at 10,000km Service costs a touch on the high side Rear camera is fuzzy at night Lacks rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone warning
Pros Easy to drive Reassuring seven-year warranty Colourful personalisation options
Cons Cramped back seats Rather noisy at speed Cabin feels cheap in places
PROS It's a great-looking little thing Well-sorted steering and handling Seven-year warranty wth no strings attached
CONS Gets a bit rowdy on coarse roads Cheap and reflective dash plastic $5000 hike over related Rio GT-Line
