LEXUS LBX UK REVIEW - LEXUS QUALITY IN A COMPACT PACKAGE? BEST NEW CAR UK

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The Lexus LBX is presented as a compelling option in the compact luxury hybrid SUV segment, offering striking styling, particularly in the 'Passionate Yellow' color, and a premium interior feel that largely lives up to the Lexus name, despite its Yaris Cross underpinnings. The reviewer highlights the high-quality materials, soft-touch surfaces, and thoughtful details like the door handle mechanism and ample USB-C charging ports as key strengths. While the 1.5L hybrid powertrain offers good fuel economy (over 57 MPG observed) and a surprisingly brisk feel despite modest power figures, the reviewer notes a lack of outright power and refinement compared to larger Lexus models. The infotainment system is functional, with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, though the latter is wired. Practicality is a mixed bag: boot space is decent in the FWD version (400L) but reduced in AWD (317L), and the lack of an adjustable boot floor or flat-folding rear seats is a drawback. Rear passenger space is adequate but tight for adults. The reviewer concludes that for its starting price of £32,000, the LBX offers strong value, reliability, and quality, especially when compared to rivals like the Audi Q2, with the main missing element being a more powerful engine option.