To create a strong yet light body, hot-­stamp and high-­tensile steel were used in key body components including the underbody, together with aluminum for the hood and side doors, and resin for the back door. Reinforcements around the outer side and back doors that connect the squared reinforced annular structures and the extensive use of technologies including laser screw welding and structural body adhesive further enhance rigidity, contributing to agile handling and excellent steering response and feedback.

In pursuit of thrilling driving experiences, our brake system is designed for smooth, responsive braking, providing a natural feel. Vehicle Braking Posture Control ensures stability during braking and reduces body roll while cornering, enhancing driving ease and control.

The MacPherson strut front suspension and double-­wishbone rear suspension deliver excellent steering response together with premium ride comfort. They were fine-­tuned specifically for the UX in keeping with the ‘clear and deep feel’ performance philosophy, and driven hard in testing on a race circuit to deliver reliable response and handling even at the limits.

The Direct Shift-­CVT delivers the smooth and fuel-­efficient driving of a conventional CVT, with a direct and strong launch acceleration feel using an additional launch gear. A wide gear ratio range and linear acceleration feeling contribute to driving pleasure, achieved by synchronizing the engine speed and vehicle speed with the driver’s operation. In conjunction with drive mode control, it realizes responsive performance to suit various driving styles, from smooth driving with excellent fuel economy to sporty driving with fast shifting.