Lexus LBX Luxury 2024 review: snapshot

EXPERT RATING
7.8

Likes

Best value LBX
Ultra efficient
Fun to drive

Dislikes

Slow
Compact cabin
Noisy 3-cyl
Tom White

Deputy News Editor

2 min read

The LBX is the smallest and most affordable Lexus model, riding on the compact TNGA-B platform.

It arrives in two variants, with this one being the entry-level Luxury. It is only available in front-wheel-drive format, costing $47,550 before on-roads.

Both LBX grades are powered by the same 1.5-litre three-cylinder hybrid powertrain, providing a combined 100kW, and a peak torque output of 185Nm.

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It is ultra-efficient, with an official fuel consumption of just 3.8L/100km.

The Luxury is the best-value LBX, providing the lion's share of equipment at a keen price-point. Included as standard is 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, tail-lights and foglights; auto-dimming wing mirrors with auto folding, and tinted windows, alongside such interior luxuries as synthetic leather interior trim, a 9.8-inch multimedia touchscreen with voice recognition, sat-nav, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a wireless phone charger, ambient interior lighting, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a surround-view parking camera, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and push-start ignition, eight-way power adjust for the driver’s seat, a power tailgate and heated front seats.

Like other Lexus models, the LBX comes with a three-year subscription to the brand's Encore ownership program, which includes a free loan car or pick-up and drop-off at service time, invitations to events and drive days, and deals with partnered hotels.

The LBX is the first Lexus to be offered with a new full-service leasing program, which includes registration, insurance, servicing, and the cost of the vehicle in one monthly payment for an agreed term.

The LBX is offered with a five-year and unlimited-kilometre warranty, and a fixed-price service program, with prices set at $595 annually for the first five years.

Lexus LBX 2024: Luxury 2Wd (Hybrid)

Engine Type Inline 3, 1.5L
Fuel Type Premium Unleaded/Electric
Fuel Efficiency 3.8L/100km (combined)
Seating 5
Price From $42,900 - $49,940
Safety Rating

Pricing Guides

$58,225
Based on 20 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.
LOWEST PRICE
$49,990
HIGHEST PRICE
$78,240
Tom White

Deputy News Editor

Tom’s way into motoring journalism was anything but straightforward despite annoying his parents to no end as a child by identifying makes and models with ease, and acquiring a large collection of Matchbox models. Other interests took over in the intervening years, including tinkering with electronics and computers, and an interest in the past, which eventually culminated in a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University Of Sydney with a major in Ancient History. During this time, Tom was exposed to all sorts of cars by working as a valet and eventually the Bell Captain at The Star casino in Sydney. He then went on another side-quest, studying law at Macquarie University before applying for a job at CarsGuide. After being hired Tom worked his way up the ranks in a variety of roles and refined his craft, now serving as CarsGuide's Deputy News Editor, with special interests in new technologies and electric vehicles, as well as emerging trends from China. Tom has been recognised by his peers as the EV Journalist of the Year at the 2026 Newspress Australia Awards. He’s personally owned a selection of wheels from a 1981 Holden Gemini to a 2009 Ford Falcon, through to his current 2011 Subaru Forester and many others in between. You can find Tom on LinkedIn and Instagram. Education Bachelor of Arts and Sciences | The University of Sydney | 2010 - 2014 Graduate Certificate of Laws | Macquarie University | 2015 - 2016 Awards 2026 Newspress Australia EV Journalist of the Year Featured Publications CarsGuide | 2016 - present
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Pricing Guide
$49,990
Lowest price, based on CarsGuide listings over the last 6 months.
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