The Lexus UX 300e, which debuted in November 2019 as the brand’s first EV, is offering a 10-year or 1 million km battery warranty. The warranty covers “all functional defects of the BEV main battery and capacity degradation below 70%, provided that the owner respects the regular health checks foreseen in the maintenance program,” Lexus explains.
The UX 300e packs a newly developed 54.3 kWh battery pack that is claimed to deliver a range of 400 km (NEDC), corresponding to over 300 km target range in the WLTP cycle.
For increased battery life, sensors monitor the voltage of each battery cell and block, as well as the battery cell temperature. In tandem with the car’s advanced Battery Management System, this results in maximum usable battery cell capacity and an extended driving range, Lexus said.
As for the battery cooling, Lexus developed a battery cell air-cooling system, which is claimed to be safer and lighter than water-cooled systems.
With cooled air circulating inside the battery pack, stable battery output can be attained even at high speed and during repeated rapid charging. Working hand in hand with the cabin air conditioning, the system enhances the car’s performance, battery life and charging performance.
The battery heating system has also been taken into consideration for reliability. Heating elements under each battery module minimize the impact of cold weather on the driving range, ensuring full power is available from the start, Lexus said.
Last but not the least, the battery pack is fitted with rubber seals to shield it from water and dust.
A 204 hp electric motor drives the front wheels
In addition to the battery warranty, the UX 300e owner will benefit from a 3-year vehicle warranty and 5-year cover (or 100,000 km) on drivetrain defects.
The UX 300e will be launched in select markets in Europe by the end of this year. Check out more pictures of the UX 300e here.
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