# Lexus UX specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 42-43 - **Drive:** AWD, FWD - **Years covered:** 2019-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Lexus UX is a compact car rated at 42-43 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid. ## Every 2026 Lexus UX version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | UX 300h | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | FWD | CVT | 45/41 | 43 mpg | $1,550 | 204 g/mi | | UX 300h AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | AWD | CVT | 44/40 | 42 mpg | $1,600 | 209 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Lexus UX specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 42-43 | | 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 42-43 | | 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 39-42 | | 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 39-42 | | 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD, FWD | 32-42 | | 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD, FWD | 32-42 | | 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD, FWD | 33-42 | | 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl; 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | CVT | AWD, FWD | 33-42 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the UX changed over the years? - **2025:** combined mpg went from 39-42 to 42-43. - **2023:** dropped 2.0L 4-cyl. - **2021:** combined mpg went from 33-42 to 32-42. ## What does it cost to run a UX? The EPA puts the 2026 Lexus UX's fuel cost at **$1,550-$1,600 a year**, against about $2,069 for other current compact car: roughly 24% less. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $7,875 in fuel. ## UX vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Range | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota Corolla](/vehicles/toyota-corolla) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-50 mpg | -- | $1,350-$3,750 | | [Volkswagen Jetta](/vehicles/volkswagen-jetta) | Gas | 33-34 mpg | -- | $1,950-$2,050 | | [Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class](/vehicles/mercedes-benz-cla-class) | Electric, Gas, Hybrid | 23-33 mpg | 374 mi | $600-$3,550 | | [BMW 3 Series](/vehicles/bmw-3-series) | Hybrid | 29-31 mpg | -- | $2,650-$2,850 | | [Mercedes-Benz C-Class](/vehicles/mercedes-benz-c-class) | Hybrid | 22-29 mpg | -- | $2,850-$3,750 | | [Volkswagen GLI](/vehicles/volkswagen-gli) | Gas | 29 mpg | -- | $2,300 | | [Cadillac CT4](/vehicles/cadillac-ct4) | Gas | 18-26 mpg | -- | $3,150-$4,550 | | [Genesis G70](/vehicles/genesis-g70) | Gas | 19-24 mpg | -- | $3,400-$4,350 | Other current compact car from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Lexus UX get? The 2026 Lexus UX is EPA-rated at 42-43 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Lexus UX have? The 2026 Lexus UX comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid. It uses cvt transmission and is offered with AWD and FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Lexus UX? Yes. The Lexus UX has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Lexus UX year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 Lexus UX has the highest combined rating, up to 43 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus UX for a year? About $1,550-$1,600 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Lexus UX? The most efficient 2026 version, the UX 300h, is rated 45 mpg city and 41 mpg highway (43 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Lexus UX emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 204-209 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Lexus UX come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Lexus UX is offered with AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Lexus UX cheap to run compared with other compact cars? Yes, cheaper than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $1,550-$1,600 compares with about $2,069 for other current compact car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Lexus cars - [Lexus LC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lc) - [Lexus IS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-is) - [Lexus ES](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-es) - [Lexus LS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ls) ## More Lexus models - [Lexus GX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-gx) - [Lexus LX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lx) - [Lexus NX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-nx) - [Lexus RX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rx) - [Lexus RZ](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rz) - [Lexus TX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-tx) - [Lexus RC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rc): discontinued ## Other compact cars - [Mazda 2](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-2) - [Mazda CX-3](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-3) - [Mercedes-Benz C-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-c-class) - [Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-cla-class) - [Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-cls-class) - [Mitsubishi Mirage](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mitsubishi-mirage) - [Nissan Versa](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-versa) - [Porsche Taycan](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/porsche-taycan) ## Compared with - [BMW 3 Series](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/bmw-3-series) - [Cadillac CT4](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/cadillac-ct4) - [Genesis G70](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/genesis-g70) - [Toyota Corolla](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-corolla) - [Toyota Mirai](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-mirai) - [Volkswagen GLI](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/volkswagen-gli) - [Volkswagen Jetta](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/volkswagen-jetta) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ux Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.