Executive Trek
Torque Singapore|November 2018

Lexus shows the world how a compact crossover can be luxurious, comfy and dynamic with the UX.

Executive Trek
IN many ways, the new Lexus UX is similar to the dozen or so premium compact-crossovers available today. At the same time, it is like no other.

The single strongest trait which sets it apart from its peers is essentially the same trait which, nearly 30 years ago, set the Lexus LS apart from the established luxury sedans.

Namely, a high level of refinement, with the use of fine materials, and an obssessive attention to detail. It is a quality which Lexus has been able to replicate in practically all its cars.

But will it be enough this time? After all, there are odds stacked against the UX.

Firstly, it is based on the Toyota C-HR crossover, making its architecture among the minority of front-wheel-drive variants in the Lexus stable. Secondly, the car is a Johnny-come-lately, and has to be quite special if it is to be more than an also-ran.

It is a daunting task, but one which Lexus can hardly avoid.

The world has changed dramatically since the LS made its glorious debut in 1989. Today, every premium brand has descended the product pyramid to reach out to more buyers. Rightly or wrongly, Lexus feels it has no choice but to follow.

The Japanese marque is no stranger to this foray, though. It had done so before, with the CT hybrid hatch, but with limited success. This time, riding on the crossover tsunami, it is trying again, with the UX, which is created by Chika Kako – the same chief engineer as the CT.

Does the UX have what it takes to jostle with cars like the Mercedes-Benz GLA, BMW X1, Audi Q3, Volvo XC40 and Jaguar E-Pace?

In a word, yes. The car looks, feels and drives nothing like its chassis donor. It has been re-engineered so extensively that it bears no similarity to the C-HR, save for its wheelbase.

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