Lexus SUVs Discover the Lexus SUV range and compare new and leasing deals

Traditionally, Lexus is probably more famous for its big, luxurious saloon cars than anything else, but like with so many car companies, it’s all about SUVs these days. Such is the popularity of the crossover soft-roader that new offerings are hitting the market all the time to tempt buyers into parting with their hard-earned, and at last count, Lexus - Toyota’s luxury brand - offered a good range of models of various shapes, sizes and types. In this guide, we’ll take you through Lexus’ entire range of SUVs and give you the lowdown on each member.

Lexus SUV models: current range

Whether you’re looking for a petrol-electric hybrid, a plug-in hybrid or a fully electric car, Lexus has an SUV for you.

Lexus LBX

The Lexus LBX is Lexus’ entry-level SUV, but just because it’s smaller and more affordable than the rest of the range, doesn’t mean it’s any less luxurious. It’s about the same size as an Audi Q2, but feels much more posh inside than that car. Taller drivers might find there’s not much room for their legs, but it’s not as tight inside as you might expect, especially for those in the back seats. That said, the boot is really small, so it’s not the best option if you regularly carry loads of luggage. The petrol-electric hybrid engine is similar to the one found in the Toyota Yaris Cross, so it’s really efficient and means running costs are very low.

Lexus UX

The Lexus UX is a small SUV in a similar mould to cars like the BMW X1, but the major point of difference with the Lexus is that, like all the firm’s other combustion-engined cars, the UX250h is a hybrid. It teams a 2.0-litre petrol engine and an electric motor to develop 181bhp, but despite that impressive number, performance doesn’t feel all that strong. It’s a fairly stable and comfortable car to drive, if rather uninspiring, and while the interior is pleasant, it’s let down by disappointing practicality and a poor infotainment system.

Lexus UX 300e

Nope, you’re not having deja vu: we are indeed talking about the UX again. This time, though, it’s the Lexus UX300e, which is the all-electric version of the car. There’s no getting away from it, early examples of the car were disappointing, with the same limited practicality and poor infotainment as the hybrid model, plus they also had a limited range of just 196 miles according to official figures. However, the 2023 facelift brought a much bigger battery to the UX300e, cranking the range up to 279 miles and instantly making the car more competitive and more compelling. No prizes for guessing it delivers a similar driving experience to the UX hybrid, with a comfortable, relaxed, easy-going character, but the all-electric powertrain also means superior refinement.

Lexus NX

There’s quite a big jump up the size scale from the UX to the Lexus NX: it’s a considerably bigger car, and so happily corrects those practicality issues, and it’s as good in that regard as cars such as the Audi Q5 or BMW X3. It also has a plush, well built and solidly made cabin, and each of the various trim levels comes stuffed with standard luxury equipment. There are three versions to choose from, all with a 2.5-litre petrol engine and some level of hybrid assistance - front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive and a plug-in hybrid model that do up to 47 miles on electric power alone. They will be very quiet miles, too, which complements the NX’s comfortable, chilled-out character on the road.

Lexus RX

On to the big boy in Lexus’ SUV range, the RX. This car is similar in size to the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Volvo XC90. However, while all those cars can be had with seven seats, the Lexus only comes with five, and its boot is a good bit smaller than the rest, too. What it lacks in practicality, though, it makes up for in interesting design and generous equipment levels. The cabin is also really well made and delivers the plush feel it should. There are three versions to choose from: both the RX 350h self-charging hybrid and the RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid use the 2.5-litre petrol engine and are capable of running around on electric power alone, while the RX 500h is a performance-focused self-charging hybrid that uses its combination of electric motors and a turbocharged 2.4-litre engine to deliver 371HP and power from 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds.

Lexus RZ

The Lexus RZ is the brand's flagship electric SUV, and you don’t have to look too hard to notice some resemblance to the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra. That’s because the three cars are all very similar underneath. However, while the interiors of the Toyota and Subaru are virtually indistinguishable from one another, the Lexus version gets its own treatment. The layout is more conventional, which helps ergonomically, and importantly in a premium product, the design is sharper and the materials are plusher. Practicality levels are good, with ridiculously generous rear legroom, decent headroom and a generous boot. The RZ uses the same, dual-motor, four-wheel drive powertrain as its sister cars, and with 309bhp, it’s no slouch, and has an official range of 272 miles. Although this is a car set up to be comfortable on the road, rather than thrilling.