Lexus has upgraded its UX 300e electrical compact SUV with a brand new battery to increase the driving vary by greater than 40%, giving as much as 279 miles on a single cost.

The Lexus UX 300e, which is priced from £47,495, has been upgraded with a brand new battery to increase the driving vary by greater than 40%, giving as much as 279 miles on a single cost.

Lexus is considerably extending the UX 300e’s driving vary by growing the lithium-ion battery’s capability from 54.3 to 72.8kWh. Most energy stays 201bhp/150kW with 300Nm most torque.

Beforehand the UX 300e provided a spread within the WLTP mixed driving cycle of 189-196 miles, relying on choices corresponding to wheel measurement.

The brand new battery improves this by greater than 40. Fashions operating on 17-inch wheels now obtain a WLTP mixed vary (relying on choices) of as much as 279 miles; these on 18-inch wheels have a mixed vary (additionally relying on choices) of as much as 274 miles.  

Aerodynamic effectivity helps maximise the UX 300e’s vary. Shutters within the decrease entrance grille open and shut mechanically, relying on battery state and the way a lot airflow is required for cooling. This helps scale back the automotive’s coefficient of drag to Cd0.31.

The UX 300e additionally beneficial properties detailed modifications to the physique and chassis, the most recent Lexus Hyperlink multimedia methods, improved Lexus Security System+ security and driver help capabilities, and a wider selection of upholsteries and trims.

The newly up to date mannequin is obtainable with new exterior paintwork choice, Sonic Platinum, whereas within the cabin, there’s a new hazel color choice out there for each the material and leather-based upholstery choices.

Revisions to the Lexus Security System+ carry improved efficiency within the Pre-Collision System, equipping the automotive with Intersection Turning Help for safer left and proper turns throughout site visitors at intersections and Emergency Steering Help, which helps the motive force steer to keep away from obstacles with out departing from their site visitors lane.

The Dynamic Radar Cruise Management adopts Curve Pace Discount, which mechanically adjusts the automobile’s velocity to go well with the radius of a bend within the highway.