The UX will be offered in two modes of propulsion: a UX 200 version featuring an all-new, 168 horsepower 2.0 liter four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an also-new Direct-Shift CVT, and a UX 250h version, using the same 2.0 liter four assisted by a new fourth generation hybrid drive system. Additionally, the UX 250h's E-Four system gives the UX 250h all-wheel-drive capability via the use of an additional electric motor in the rear. The new four-cylinder will feature multi-hole direct fuel injectors, a variable capacity oil pump, a variable cooling system, and VVT-iE intelligent variable valve-timing. The new CVT has an additional set of gears for starting from a dead stop, designed to impart an improved initial acceleration sensation. Both versions will utilize electric power steering, as well as MacPherson strut front, and double wishbone rear, suspensions. Available wheel options will include UX-specific 17- and 18-inch aluminum rims, the 17-inch versions featuring spokes designed for brake cooling without sacrificing aerodynamic slipperiness.
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