Nov 29, 2021
Blue 2022 Lexus UX Front Exterior on a City Street

Differences Between the 2022 Lexus UX and 2021 Lexus UX 

Are you drawn to the sleek lines, luxury amenities and affordable price tag of the Lexus UX? The 2022 Lexus UX continues the tradition of the world-class subcompact luxury crossover at Earnhardt Lexus in Phoenix and is sure to turn heads when you get behind the wheel. With the debut of the 2022 Lexus UX, many drivers want to know – what are the differences between the 2022 Lexus UX and 2021 Lexus UX – and we are here to help answer all of your automotive questions. 



Updates and Changes to the 2022 Lexus UX 

Fans of the popular Lexus UX luxury crossover will be pleased to find out that not much has changed – because why mess with perfection. To update its style, the 2022 Lexus UX will add a trio of exterior color options – Grecian Water, Cloudburst Gray and Cadmium Orange – that promise to spice up your drive. Available body-color overfenders add to the style of Premium, Luxury and F Sport packages.  

New 2022 Lexus UX Exterior Colors 

Grecian Water 2022 Lexus UX on White Background
Grecian Water
Cloudburst Gray 2022 Lexus UX on White Background
Cloudburst Gray
Cadmium Orange 2022 Lexus UX on White Background
Cadmium Orange

What Are the 2022 Lexus UX Trim Levels, Features and Specs?  

The latest 2022 Lexus UX will be available in a pair of standard grades – UX 200 and UX 250h Hybrid – that are designated by their powertrain and can be updated with track-focused F Sport and Luxury Packages. Lexus UX 200 models employ a spirited 169-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that will achieve 29 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway with a 10-speed Direct-Shift CVT. Lexus UX 250h Hybrid entries feature a 181-horsepower 2.0-liter Lexus Hybrid Drive powertrain that will provide drivers with fuel economy that stands at 41 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway with all-wheel drive. 

Armed with a price tag that starts at $33,000, the 2022 Lexus UX is an affordable option in the subcompact luxury crossover class that provides incredible value that competitors cannot match. Base Lexus UX 200 trim levels come well equipped with Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 driver-assist technology and a 7-inch Lexus Enform touchscreen multimedia system with ease of access to Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Amazon Alexa applications. Drivers who are looking for more luxury amenities can opt for a 10.3-inch Lexus Enform touchscreen display, an 8-inch LCD multi-information display, a wireless phone charger, a color Head-Up Display, heated and cooled front seats, a heated steering wheel and Lexus NuLuxe® interior


READ MORE: What Are the 2022 Lexus UX Interior and Exterior Color Options? 


Explore the key differences between the 2022 Lexus UX and the 2021 Lexus UX with this quick guide created by Earnhardt Lexus. Do not sleep on the Lexus UX as your next luxury vehicle – schedule a test drive today in Phoenix!