2024 Lexus UX 300e
Independent review & score by Carivo
Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $47,990–$51,990 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2024 Lexus UX 300e at 8.4/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this ev. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 9.0/10, while Value at 7.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 7.9/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The 9.0/10 safety score puts it near the top of the class on this dimension; the official trim-level results at nhtsa.gov are worth a final check.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 8.8/10. The Lexus UX 300e delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. The cabin tech earns 8.4/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $47,990–$51,990, fully electric, seating 5, the Lexus UX 300e sits in the premium tier of the ev category. The 7.7/10 value score says the pricing is fair rather than generous; cross-shop the segment before signing anything. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2024 Lexus UX 300e is a solid, well-rounded ev that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Lexus UX 300e ranks #11 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 96% of the segment. Its 8.4/10 overall score is 0.8 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $47,990 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $52,750 by about 9%.
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| Charging (75,000 miles) | ~$3,635 home charging at $0.16/kWh, ~3.3 mi/kWh |
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| Insurance | Varies widely by driver and state — always quote the exact trim before buying; EVs often run 10-20% higher |
We only print costs we can compute from sourced data (EPA fuel economy, NHTSA recalls). We don't estimate maintenance or depreciation — anyone who gives you one number for those is guessing.
We rate the 2024 Lexus UX 300e's reliability 7.9/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class.
It scores 8.4/10 overall, ranking #11 of 268 evs in our database (better than 96% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2024 Lexus UX 300e starts at $47,990 and ranges up to $51,990 across trims (MSRP when new). It is fully electric, so per-mile running costs are typically the lowest in its class.
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