2026 Lexus UX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Lexus UX is a light-update year, not a redesign. The main change is that auto-leveling headlights are standard across the UX 300h lineup.
About the 2026 Lexus UX
1st generation UX (2019-present), second year of the UX 300h update introduced for 2025.
The UX is Lexus’s smallest crossover, aimed at drivers who want a premium badge, easy city maneuverability, and strong hybrid fuel economy in a compact footprint. Lexus positions it as a stylish urban crossover with hatchback-like agility, a higher seating position than a sedan, and standard safety tech. Its main draw versus larger luxury SUVs is that it feels easier to park and more efficient, while still delivering Lexus design, cabin quality, and quiet-road manners.
The UX 300h remains a small, city-friendly luxury crossover built around a 196-hp hybrid system and straightforward everyday technology. Premium emphasizes comfort with heated and ventilated front seats, a moonroof, and a hands-free power rear door, while F SPORT Design adds sportier body details. F SPORT Handling pairs that look with adaptive suspension, sport seats, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen.
What changed, by category
2026 Lexus UX specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT | Automatic, ECVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 46 mpg | 46 mpg | 46 mpg | 46 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 42 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg |
| Horsepower | 196 hp | 196 hp | 196 hp | 196 hp |
| Torque | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft | 139 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 17.2 cu-ft | 17.2 cu-ft | 17.2 cu-ft | 17.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.1 in | 33.1 in | 33.1 in | 33.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Lexus UX?
The biggest change is that auto-leveling headlights are standard on every 2026 UX 300h trim. Otherwise, the lineup largely carries over from 2025.
Is the 2026 Lexus UX redesigned?
No, the 2026 Lexus UX is not redesigned. It remains part of the first generation and follows the more substantial UX 300h update introduced for 2025.
Does the 2026 Lexus UX have a new hybrid powertrain?
No, the 2026 UX carries over the 196-hp fifth-generation hybrid system introduced for 2025. Front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive remain part of the lineup.
Did the 2026 Lexus UX receive new safety features?
No major safety-suite changes were made for 2026. The Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite carries over, while auto-leveling headlights become standard across the lineup.
How different is the 2026 Lexus UX from the 2025 model?
The 2026 UX is very similar to the 2025 model. Standard auto-leveling headlights and minor trim and color adjustments are the main differences; the hybrid system, trim structure, safety suite, and screen setup largely carry over.