Verdict
The RM238,888 Lexus LBX costs RM40,888 more than the RM198,000 Toyota Urban Cruiser, yet its 315-litre boot is only 9 litres larger. The Lexus brings petrol-hybrid running with a 36-litre tank, while the Toyota is a 61.1-kWh EV rated for 426 km and charges at up to 7 kW AC or 67 kW DC. Urban Cruiser buyers get 172 hp, 8.7 seconds to 100 km/h and a 2,700 mm wheelbase; the LBX counters with a 170 km/h top speed. For Malaysian owners able to charge, the Toyota is the rational buy; the Lexus suits those who need petrol refuelling.
Pick the Lexus LBX if you want petrol-hybrid running, a powered boot, dual-zone climate control and the slightly larger 315-litre boot.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you can charge an EV and want to save RM40,888 while gaining 172 hp, a 426 km rated range and a longer 2,700 mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LBX RM238,888; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM198,000.
- Motor output: Lexus LBX 93 hp and 185 Nm; Toyota Urban Cruiser 172 hp and 193 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LBX 9.6 seconds; Toyota Urban Cruiser 8.7 seconds.
- Wheelbase: Lexus LBX 2,580 mm; Toyota Urban Cruiser 2,700 mm.
- Boot space: Lexus LBX 315 litres; Toyota Urban Cruiser 306 litres.
- Top speed: Lexus LBX 170 km/h; Toyota Urban Cruiser 150 km/h.
LBX
- 315-litre boot, versus 306 litres.
- Powered boot and navigation.
- Dual-zone climate control with rear vents.
- Costs RM40,888 more.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 9.6 seconds versus 8.7 seconds.
- Shorter 2,580 mm wheelbase versus 2,700 mm.
Urban Cruiser
- 61.1-kWh battery with 426 km rated EV range.
- 172 hp motor and 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 10.1-inch touchscreen, 9-speaker JBL audio and 360-degree camera.
- 306-litre boot is 9 litres smaller.
- Manual boot operation versus the LBX's powered boot.
- Single-zone climate control and no rear air-con vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM238,888 | RM198,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,490 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 90 hp | — |
| Torque | 120 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Electric |
| Bore | 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 14 | — |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 93 hp | 172 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 185 Nm | 193 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | E-CVT | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,190 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width | 1,825 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,580 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 36 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/60R17 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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LBX vs Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the Lexus LBX or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is the better pick for an owner with charging access: it is RM40,888 cheaper, has 172 hp and is rated for 426 km. Choose the Lexus LBX for petrol-hybrid running, dual-zone air-con and a powered boot.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LBX costs RM238,888 and the Toyota Urban Cruiser costs RM198,000, so the Lexus is RM40,888 more expensive.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Lexus LBX has the larger boot at 315 litres, edging the Toyota Urban Cruiser's 306 litres by 9 litres. The difference is small, so the LBX's powered boot may matter more in daily use.