NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Lexus UX 200
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Lexus UX 200 is a subcompact luxury crossover, though NHTSA classifies it as a sedan for crash-test purposes, aimed at urban professionals and first-time luxury buyers seeking a refined, compact footprint. Sitting at the entry point of the Lexus lineup, the UX 200 competes in a crowded segment where safety credentials and brand cachet carry real weight with shoppers.
The 2022 Lexus UX 200 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 90 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Lexus UX 200 as a well-finished, composed entry-level luxury crossover that prioritizes refinement and brand experience over outright performance. Most praise its upscale interior quality and smooth ride for city driving, while noting that the naturally aspirated powertrain can feel modest against turbocharged rivals. Overall, professional assessments tend to be positive but measured.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16628
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.