Aronus Posted November 5, 2024 Posted November 5, 2024 The Lexus GX, the brand's mid-size, off-road SUV, has been overdue for a redesign, and it's finally happened for the 2024 model year. Riding on an all-new platform with an updated powertrain and a load of more modern features, the new GX550's rugged appearance is about the only thing that ties it to its outdated forbear. The new model's boxy, Land Cruiser-inspired exterior looks like it will age well—a good thing since the GX has a history of lengthy product cycles. The 2024 GX550 rides on the same body-on-frame platform as the Toyota Sequoia and the Toyota Tundra and will be available with a twin-turbo V-6 powertrain—offered with and without hybrid assist—rather than the V-8 of the outgoing model. It slots into the Lexus SUV lineup between the flagship LX luxury off-roader and the TX SUV, the latter of which is similar in size but focused more on interior space and on-road refinement. The GX has two personalities: luxury on-roader or trail-conquering off-roader. For buyers who plan to spend the majority of their time on asphalt, we'd suggest the Luxury trim, as it classes up the GX550's interior with plenty of nice-to-have features, including semi-aniline leather upholstery, 10-way adjustable front seats with massage, heat, and ventilation, illuminated door sill plates, and second-row window shades. It also comes with larger 22-inch wheels which better fill the GX's large wheel wells for a more upscale look. For the same price, the Overtrail+ trim provides a more rugged appearance and more capability for off-roading, but the compromise is that it eliminates the GX's third row of seats and some of the luxury items listed above. But if you're planning outdoor adventures, it is worth consideration. 2024 Lexus GX Review, Pricing, and Specs
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