I’ve owned both and really liked both. The chr looks great and drives well but is plasticky inside. The lbx is incredibly economical to drive and just feels so good inside. It’s my winner.
Love people crying in the comments for the prices without knowing anything about todays car price market. Its totally crazy, its expensive but you dont buy a new car now for 10.000€ like 15 years ago. Get an VW or Audi and you pay even more without any features. These cars give pretty much value for the price. Waiting for my LBX Cool (highest trim, 40k€) to arrive after looking and testing many cars over 1 year. Its the best if you dont need a big car and wanna drive comfy. And without having the ability to charge an EV. You can costumize the Dashboard in nearly 1000 ways. You can set up the exact same from the Lexus in the Toyota and the other way round. Plus many many more settings, layouts and optics :)
@@minka25 you do not get the point: It is not about a small car, it is about the 3 cylinder engine, which simply is cost cutting and certainly not a premium powerplant. They still sell the UX, also small and now refreshed, including the latest gen. Of the hybrid system. And yes, it has a proper, 4 cylinder engine.
@@myslecinaczej8674 30cm longer and ugly in my opinion. Way smaller electric motor in comparison to the LBX system power. LBX is fine with 3 cylinder, especially because it has the strongest electric:petrol motor ratio in any fullhybrid.
@@minka25 ok. If it is too big for you that is fine. Ugly? Few people call it ugly (to me LBX is ...well maybe not ugly but say casual. But it is of course personal taste). The hybrid system is now refreshed on the UX so this little electric motor (indeed it was another joke from Lexus) is now decent.
Electric cars are more competitive price wise nowadays. At a similar price, you can get a EV3, model 3, Elroq, Mégane, ... Factor out the cost per kilometer and it looks like a no-brainer to me; if you can charge at home.
The C-HR comes alive if you order the PHEV which can’t be had on the Lexus. The performance is very good and if generally you drive within 40 miles between top ups ( from home especially off peak rate ) the C-HR is way cheaper to run. Ironically you can’t get the Lexus in PHEV and you can’t get the Toyota with 4 wheel drive? In the UK you get up to 10 years warranty or 100,000 miles subject to annual service by a Toyota dealer
If I was going to buy one of those it would be C-HR. It has more rear passanger space, bigger boot capacity and 4 cylinders. I would go for 1.8 insted of 2.0 and got myself lower trim level and save 20.000 dollars. My 2 cents.
I am having this dilemma , it's a really hard choice ! The lbx should only be bought at its awd version , for the better multilink rear suspension . the chr needs advanced rear view and pvm equipment and this is extra costly. the gr option can have awd, but the plug in version cannot and the plug in sacrificed weight, boot space and ground clearance. my needs include both heavy urban driving and tight parking and long road driving with an occasional snowy surprise.
I looked at the Lexus v C-HR and the Lexus as it is supposed to was much more luxurious but coming from an all electric I wanted a Plug in which is not available on a Compact Lexus so I chose the C-HR and it is a lovely car in all ways as long as you are not overly concerned about rear space, though I do not understand why the rear doors do not open wider
South Africa had GWM Florid & Chana hatchbacks but Changan CS35 not for SA the Toyota CHR also left SA the Lexus LBX can not come to SA but the GX can .
I choose the C-HR (not in GR), you get much more car for less money, the LBX is still a Yaris Cross , just wrapped in better materials. All safety systems and multimedia are exactly the same on C-HR, which has also nice ambient lighting, better space on second row, so it’s much more versatile too.
Toyota are setting themselves up for failure... both of these SUVs are decent, however, the pricing is a bit crazy. The decision for me is easy, in the high cost of living environment both of these cars are a firm no from me.
@@fairgo4156 Thanks for that, I appreciate it. I’ve had a look at the Lexus LBX and Toyota both decent cars, particularly the Lexus but expensive and at least a 8 month wait for both cars. The T-Roc is a great car and no wait in getting one.
A Suzuki LX6 & LX7 a Toyota equivalent model should be named Toyota Highlander Cross if Australia should receive it it should be named Kluger Cross the Suzuki Eriga should get discontinued .
Lexus dropped the ball, black interior and black roof only... lots of much better color combos on international markets. Nevertheless the world needs more small luxury cars. At nearly 70k id rather have a Mini Cooper S which is still very customisable and actually moves.
@@myslecinaczej8674 just stfu and buy another car? Why are people commenting on things they don’t like? Sure, it’s your opinion and it’s okay but what’s wrong in you life that you need to comment most of the positive comments that „its a 3 cylinder“ bla bla?
@@minka25 so you thing we are allowed to comment only in a positive way?! 😂 And it is not my personal opinion only. All 3 cylinder engines shall not find their place in premium cars. It is only about cost cutting!
@@myslecinaczej8674 I wrote the answer in my previous comment. Just read it. But I guess you can’t cause you are commenting every comment under this video that the 3 cylinder is bad. Don’t know how force you to buy the LBX. Maybe call the police
@@minka25 nothing force me to by it (had only a quick look at it searching for a small car for my wife) . But I feel it is needed to speak up when a premium brand (Lexus) is trying to cut cost such a way and sell it as a " premium product". Have fun with your car.
The LBX feels like it was aimed at retirees wanting to downsize, but still have a level of luxury at their fingertips. The CH-R’s main competitor is the Corolla Cross GXL Hybrid AWD, at nearly 20k cheaper, wait times be damned.
ΕΝΑ ΑΥΤΟΚΙΝΗΤΟ (LBX) ΤΟ ΟΠΟΙΟ ΤΟ ΕΧΕΙ ΖΗΤΗΣΗ Ο ΠΡΟΕΔΡΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΤΟΥΟΤΑ ΣΙΓΟΥΡΑ ΘΑ ΠΡΕΠΕΙ ΝΑ ΕΙΝΑΙ ΕΞΑΙΡΕΤΙΚΟ,ΕΠΙΔΕΙ ΤΟ ΕΧΩ ΟΔΗΓΗΣΗ KAI ΝΟΜΙΖΩ ΟΤΙ ΙΣΧΕΙ ΤΟ ΟΤΙ ΠΛΗΡΩΝΗΣ ΘΑ ΠΑΡΕΙΣ
Those who want a smaller car :) LBX has basically no competition in its class as all others are bigger or plastic fantastic. Come to about any European city (LBX was designed specifically for European market) and you will know who may want small comfy car :) Even with LBX size you struggle with parking etc.
@@cryptoman2736 Have mine LBX since two weeks and love it. I’m driving solo in city. 2 longer trips per year for holiday. Perfect car. Small, silence, technical and comfy.
@@MeganeMondeoMX5 It’s my main car as I don’t need 2 cars. This will cover all I need and I don’t have to worry much about repairs etc. In 10 years it comes to the same total cost as ‚cheap’ cars which need repairs every 2 years.
LBX is a three cylinders engine wehicle. How can be even named luxury?! What kind of ignorant one must be to even consider purchase of such overpriced piece of metal? No mattwr how good interior materials are, this thing has nothing ro do with Lexus oe premium brands generally. Lexus- shame on you!
@---sl4mr This size SUV will not be "a high end" vehicle no matter what brand one chose. Still, if you are looking for a premium vehicle, the first question is if you are looking for a brand traditionally recognized as premium or possible can add some which are technically premium but not considered as "premium". Then, what does the high end mean? Performance? If the smallest Volvo, electric one EX30 will be that one to choose.Small, agile and very, I mean very fast (accel, not max speed). But with a few ergonomical compromises. If it has to be a quality car, but it can be somewhat larger than LBX, and yet reliable, and with a proper power train, I would choose Lexus UX300H. This updated version adopted recent power train which is great. The power is not on the Volvo level, not even close. But still more than adequate. Germans? Possibly Audi Q2, quality may not reach Lexus level but AWD will be top notch. And you may want to look for Mazda CX30. Premium quality but not traditional premium brand. Merry Christmas! I can be with AWD, if you need it occasionally.
Our LBX Sports Luxury arrives next month to partner with ourLexus NX450H+ f Sport. So looking forward to it. Our super market car. Price? Who cares? You get what you pay for. Luxury and good resale value.
I’ve owned both and really liked both. The chr looks great and drives well but is plasticky inside. The lbx is incredibly economical to drive and just feels so good inside. It’s my winner.
Love people crying in the comments for the prices without knowing anything about todays car price market. Its totally crazy, its expensive but you dont buy a new car now for 10.000€ like 15 years ago. Get an VW or Audi and you pay even more without any features. These cars give pretty much value for the price. Waiting for my LBX Cool (highest trim, 40k€) to arrive after looking and testing many cars over 1 year. Its the best if you dont need a big car and wanna drive comfy. And without having the ability to charge an EV.
You can costumize the Dashboard in nearly 1000 ways. You can set up the exact same from the Lexus in the Toyota and the other way round. Plus many many more settings, layouts and optics :)
3 cylinders .....no matter what they do to advertise it, this is just a toy, not a premium car.
@@myslecinaczej8674 For you. I’m Happy with mine. I don’t need a big car with huge power to keep my life running.
@@minka25 you do not get the point:
It is not about a small car, it is about the 3 cylinder engine, which simply is cost cutting and certainly not a premium powerplant.
They still sell the UX, also small and now refreshed, including the latest gen. Of the hybrid system. And yes, it has a proper, 4 cylinder engine.
@@myslecinaczej8674 30cm longer and ugly in my opinion. Way smaller electric motor in comparison to the LBX system power. LBX is fine with 3 cylinder, especially because it has the strongest electric:petrol motor ratio in any fullhybrid.
@@minka25 ok. If it is too big for you that is fine. Ugly? Few people call it ugly (to me LBX is ...well maybe not ugly but say casual. But it is of course personal taste). The hybrid system is now refreshed on the UX so this little electric motor (indeed it was another joke from Lexus) is now decent.
Dude, you can customize the C-HR dash graphics to look exactly the same as on that Lexus. There are several themes to choose from in settings.
Can someone advise, how people purchase new cars within europe with base annual salary?
You may consider leasing.
Electric cars are more competitive price wise nowadays. At a similar price, you can get a EV3, model 3, Elroq, Mégane, ... Factor out the cost per kilometer and it looks like a no-brainer to me; if you can charge at home.
@@pitou115 appreciate
@@pitou115 Nah, here in Denmark you can get a Tesla Model Y Performance cheaper than both these fossilcars.
The C-HR comes alive if you order the PHEV which can’t be had on the Lexus. The performance is very good and if generally you drive within 40 miles between top ups ( from home especially off peak rate ) the C-HR is way cheaper to run. Ironically you can’t get the Lexus in PHEV and you can’t get the Toyota with 4 wheel drive? In the UK you get up to 10 years warranty or 100,000 miles subject to annual service by a Toyota dealer
If I was going to buy one of those it would be C-HR. It has more rear passanger space, bigger boot capacity and 4 cylinders. I would go for 1.8 insted of 2.0 and got myself lower trim level and save 20.000 dollars. My 2 cents.
I am having this dilemma , it's a really hard choice ! The lbx should only be bought at its awd version , for the better multilink rear suspension . the chr needs advanced rear view and pvm equipment and this is extra costly. the gr option can have awd, but the plug in version cannot and the plug in sacrificed weight, boot space and ground clearance. my needs include both heavy urban driving and tight parking and long road driving with an occasional snowy surprise.
The first generation Toyota CHR did came to South Africa from Australia .
I looked at the Lexus v C-HR and the Lexus as it is supposed to was much more luxurious but coming from an all electric I wanted a Plug in which is not available on a Compact Lexus so I chose the C-HR and it is a lovely car in all ways as long as you are not overly concerned about rear space, though I do not understand why the rear doors do not open wider
Lexus LBX all the way!!!! Fantastic car!!!!
Those prices are crazy, that's Rav4 hybrid money
Exactly! Then Toyota will not bring other similar Hybrids due to lack of sales - rather make it mid $30k price point
@@WildDanHibiki Can you help me cutting of the 40cm off the RAV4 so I get the length of an LBX?
I'd take the LBX over the CH-R, ANY DAY!!
Excellent comments on the Toyota Chr - you are exactly right about the downside of Chr.
You somehow forget to tell us how tall you are.
The LBX 1.5 Cool in Singapore costs SGD$234,800 (= USD$178K) 😢
Whaaaaaaaaaat?😮
@@ideaynojodas use your brain. Other cars wont cost less. You won’t get a golf for 25k$ conversion
South Africa had GWM Florid & Chana hatchbacks but Changan CS35 not for SA the Toyota CHR also left SA the Lexus LBX can not come to SA but the GX can .
CHR should have been priced below 50k. It's more expensive than rav4 for what? Facelift and updated infotainment?
@@robertduclayan2298 new hybrid generation?
I'd take the Toyota any day! 😊 Lovely
Pretty expensive service for a $16 filter and 5 liters of oil.....
Toyota CHR no longer in South Africa but down under new model GR Lexus LBX & Toyota Yaris Cross petrol cheap in Australia .
I choose the C-HR (not in GR), you get much more car for less money, the LBX is still a Yaris Cross , just wrapped in better materials. All safety systems and multimedia are exactly the same on C-HR, which has also nice ambient lighting, better space on second row, so it’s much more versatile too.
great explanation: i may only afford to watch videos of these cars. In Europe this car cost 2 year salary. I hope in future i could afford lexus LBX
not here in nz $14000 more for lexas
you guys can easily import cars from Japan
The price is key so no thank you wow so high great insight thank you 👍👌
LBX❤❤❤❤
Toyota are setting themselves up for failure... both of these SUVs are decent, however, the pricing is a bit crazy. The decision for me is easy, in the high cost of living environment both of these cars are a firm no from me.
ΧΩΡΙΣ ΝΑ ΘΕΛΩ ΝΑ ΥΠΟΤΙΜΗΣΩ ΑΛΛΑ ΑΥΤΟΚΙΝΗΤΑ ΕΔΩ ΕΧΟΥΜΕ ΟΤΙ ΚΑΛΥΤΕΡΟ ΣΕ ΑΥΤΕΣ ΤΙΣ ΚΑΤΗΓΟΡΙΕΣ ΜΕ ΤΟ LEXYS ΝΑ ΕΙΝΑΙ TOP. Ο ΚΑΘΕΝΑΣ ΑΣ ΠΑΡΕΙ ΟΤΙ ΜΠΟΡΕΙ
@@PETER71560Σε ευχαριστώ για τα λόγια σου πατρίδα
What would you buy instead
@@markbowman5580 T-Roc entry level models
@@fairgo4156 Thanks for that, I appreciate it. I’ve had a look at the Lexus LBX and Toyota both decent cars, particularly the Lexus but expensive and at least a 8 month wait for both cars. The T-Roc is a great car and no wait in getting one.
Engine spec alone the Toyota is the better choice.
Lexus 1.5 3cyl. not as good or economical in the long run as a proper 4cyl. 2.0 of the Toyota.
3 pots shall not be even seen on any premium car. Lexus is no longer Lexus.
A Suzuki LX6 & LX7 a Toyota equivalent model should be named Toyota Highlander Cross if Australia should receive it it should be named Kluger Cross the Suzuki Eriga should get discontinued .
Both are at least $20,000 overpriced for such piddling little cars. Not interested.
Good luck buying about ANY new car at 20K less :)
You are interested because you watched it and commented lol
@@robertarthur3711 I already own one.
Way way too expensive, for such a compact x-over.
Lexus dropped the ball, black interior and black roof only... lots of much better color combos on international markets. Nevertheless the world needs more small luxury cars. At nearly 70k id rather have a Mini Cooper S which is still very customisable and actually moves.
I have a tan interior in my lbx
@@dianadykes5567 in Australia ?
thanks for great review. Just side note the LBX has a 9.8 inch screen and not a 8.9 inch infotainment screen as mentioned.
Yeah...1 in screen difference makes this 3 cylinder tot a dream machine 😂
@@myslecinaczej8674 just stfu and buy another car? Why are people commenting on things they don’t like? Sure, it’s your opinion and it’s okay but what’s wrong in you life that you need to comment most of the positive comments that „its a 3 cylinder“ bla bla?
@@minka25 so you thing we are allowed to comment only in a positive way?! 😂 And it is not my personal opinion only. All 3 cylinder engines shall not find their place in premium cars.
It is only about cost cutting!
@@myslecinaczej8674 I wrote the answer in my previous comment. Just read it. But I guess you can’t cause you are commenting every comment under this video that the 3 cylinder is bad. Don’t know how force you to buy the LBX. Maybe call the police
@@minka25 nothing force me to by it (had only a quick look at it searching for a small car for my wife) . But I feel it is needed to speak up when a premium brand (Lexus) is trying to cut cost such a way and sell it as a " premium product".
Have fun with your car.
The LBX feels like it was aimed at retirees wanting to downsize, but still have a level of luxury at their fingertips.
The CH-R’s main competitor is the Corolla Cross GXL Hybrid AWD, at nearly 20k cheaper, wait times be damned.
Not worth the money..
ΕΝΑ ΑΥΤΟΚΙΝΗΤΟ (LBX) ΤΟ ΟΠΟΙΟ ΤΟ ΕΧΕΙ ΖΗΤΗΣΗ Ο ΠΡΟΕΔΡΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΤΟΥΟΤΑ ΣΙΓΟΥΡΑ ΘΑ ΠΡΕΠΕΙ ΝΑ ΕΙΝΑΙ ΕΞΑΙΡΕΤΙΚΟ,ΕΠΙΔΕΙ ΤΟ ΕΧΩ ΟΔΗΓΗΣΗ KAI ΝΟΜΙΖΩ ΟΤΙ ΙΣΧΕΙ ΤΟ ΟΤΙ ΠΛΗΡΩΝΗΣ ΘΑ ΠΑΡΕΙΣ
Atto 3 is a better buy.
Yep
Ya comes with CCP forced harvested human organ discount card in its glove box! 🩸🇨🇳💉🩸🇨🇳💉
@@marcc.490 where I’m putting petrol in it?
No! It is from China!
Completely inaccurate you can change the dash on the Toyota
LBX HOW MUCH £50000 PLUS?? CAN ONLY SIT KIDS IN BACK. OVER PRICED TOYOTA
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What a joke! Wondering who will be spending that coin on any of these tiny cars.
Those who want a smaller car :) LBX has basically no competition in its class as all others are bigger or plastic fantastic. Come to about any European city (LBX was designed specifically for European market) and you will know who may want small comfy car :) Even with LBX size you struggle with parking etc.
@@cryptoman2736 Have mine LBX since two weeks and love it. I’m driving solo in city. 2 longer trips per year for holiday. Perfect car. Small, silence, technical and comfy.
@@SOMEONE-ME Have you considered a 2nd hand car for £2000 instead?
@@MeganeMondeoMX5 It’s my main car as I don’t need 2 cars. This will cover all I need and I don’t have to worry much about repairs etc. In 10 years it comes to the same total cost as ‚cheap’ cars which need repairs every 2 years.
The Toyota looks ugly 🤢
LBX is a three cylinders engine wehicle. How can be even named luxury?!
What kind of ignorant one must be to even consider purchase of such overpriced piece of metal?
No mattwr how good interior materials are, this thing has nothing ro do with Lexus oe premium brands generally.
Lexus- shame on you!
Hello, which high-end SUV would you consider wisely priced and therefore advise to someone looking for this kind of vehicle ?
@---sl4mr This size SUV will not be "a high end" vehicle no matter what brand one chose. Still, if you are looking for a premium vehicle, the first question is if you are looking for a brand traditionally recognized as premium or possible can add some which are technically premium but not considered as "premium".
Then, what does the high end mean?
Performance? If the smallest Volvo, electric one EX30 will be that one to choose.Small, agile and very, I mean very fast (accel, not max speed). But with a few ergonomical compromises.
If it has to be a quality car, but it can be somewhat larger than LBX, and yet reliable, and with a proper power train, I would choose Lexus UX300H. This updated version adopted recent power train which is great. The power is not on the Volvo level, not even close. But still more than adequate.
Germans? Possibly Audi Q2, quality may not reach Lexus level but AWD will be top notch.
And you may want to look for Mazda CX30. Premium quality but not traditional premium brand.
Merry Christmas!
I can be with AWD, if you need it occasionally.
Our LBX Sports Luxury arrives next month to partner with ourLexus NX450H+ f Sport. So looking forward to it. Our super market car. Price? Who cares? You get what you pay for. Luxury and good resale value.
congrats , goodluck with the NX 🥲💗