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January 21, 2025 | Volume 21 Issue 03 |
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2025 Lexus GX Premium+. [All images courtesy of Lexus]
Named "The Best SUV of 2024" by Motor1.com, the Lexus GX gets some nice upgrades for 2025. This tough-but-luxe mid-size SUV was totally redesigned from the ground up for the 2024 model year. It comes standard with a highly capable and efficient twin-turbocharged 3.4L V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission. The twin-turbo V6 produces 349 hp, outperforming the previous generation V8's 301 hp, and torque output is a massive 479 lb-ft. EPA-estimated highway fuel economy rating is 21 mpg.
GX is offered in six grades: Premium, Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+, Overtrail, and Overtrail+.
Towing capacity is up to 9,063 lb for Premium, Premium+, and Overtrail+ grades. It is 9,096 lb for the Overtrail grade with the standard tow hitch receiver.
Updates for 2025 include a suspension lift that is standard on Overtrail and Overtrail+. Lexus Memory System and power tilt-and-telescopic steering column are also now standard on all grades.
Outside, the GX presents an unmistakably aggressive exterior design that exudes the tough, rugged persona that it has earned over the years. Lexus designers were intent on expressing the off-road functionality of a true body-on-frame SUV.
The 2025 GX has a square-body profile with a horizontal design motif. From the front, the GX continues the Lexus spindle body concept with a bold design that also aids in off-roading functionality. To achieve the grounded, stable stance, designers created a taut body with a wide track and fender flares, pulling the front pillar base to the rear. The standard Triple-Beam LED headlamps and grille opening have been strategically placed to help avoid potential road impact, with LED fog and cornering lamps available for increased visibility. The powerful front presence is led by the seamless grille and headlamp integration.
2025 Lexus GX Luxury+.
From the side, GX presents a solid, powerful presence featuring a horizontally flowing body. At the back, a square, aggressive stance is seen with the signature unified L-shaped light bar. The rear LEXUS logo is a continuation of the Next Chapter design originally introduced on the 2022 NX. The GX also features a standard power rear lift door with a pop-out window and an available kick sensor for hands-free convenience.
The 2025 GX will be offered in a number of exterior color options depending on grade, including: Eminent White Pearl, Nebula Gray Pearl, Atomic Silver, Incognito, Caviar, Nori Green Pearl, and Nightfall Mica. The Overtrail and Overtrail+ grades will offer exclusive bi-tone exterior color combinations including Atomic Silver/Black Roof, Incognito/Black Roof, Nori Green Pearl/Black Roof, and Earth/Black Roof.
On the road or trail, full-Time 4WD is standard for consistent responsiveness in varied terrain. For 2025, a 1-in. suspension lift is now standard exclusively on the Overtrail and Overtrail+ grades, increasing the minimum running ground clearance to 9.84 in.
For off-road activities, the Torsen limited-slip locking center differential is standard on all GX models, evenly splitting the engine's power 50:50 to help provide exceptional control in low-grip situations to prevent excess wheel spin. When accelerating during a turn, the Torsen differential optimally distributes the driving force according to the load on the rear left and right wheels to achieve controlled performance. In straight-line driving, it responds well to changes in road conditions, contributing to overall vehicle stability.
For additional coverage, the Overtrail and Overtrail+ grades exclusively offer an electronically controlled locking rear differential, activated by a console-mounted switch, that splits the power evenly between the left and right rear wheel to help the wheels turn at the same speed.
2025 Lexus GX Overtrail+.
The 2025 Lexus GX Overtrail and Overtrail+ have a standard Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System that provides a high level of balance between off-road drivability and on-road handling stability. This system locks and unlocks the front and rear stabilizer bars to assist with control and enhanced wheel articulation. Depending on driving conditions, speed, steering input, and the Multi-Terrain Select setting chosen by the driver, the system can independently lock or unlock the front and rear stabilizer bars as needed.
Crawl Control can be engaged when the vehicle is in low range (L4) and allows the GX to move forward or in reverse at one of five driver-selected, low speed settings. Crawl Control intuitively manages engine output and hydraulic braking pressure to help reduce tire slippage and optimize chassis behavior. The GX has up to a 26-degree approach, 24-degree breakover, and 21-degree departure angles.
The Multi-Terrain Select (MTS) system is designed to provide optimized drive power, hydraulic brake pressure, and suspension control according to the selected mode. L4 has four modes: Auto, Sand, Mud, and Rock. H4 has five modes: Auto, Dirt, Sand, Mud, and Deep Snow. When MTS is on, the Multi-Terrain Monitor is engaged to assist the driver with increased visibility under and around the vehicle when driving off-road. Very neat and useful. The Multi-Terrain Monitor uses four cameras within the Panoramic View Monitor System to transpose underfloor, front, side, and rear-view camera images shown to the 14-in. display, allowing the driver to check road conditions, blind spots, and distance between obstacles.
2025 Lexus GX Premium.
Inside, The GX presents customers with the duality required of a luxury SUV: a rugged, capable exterior with the luxurious interior elements that help to create a road-trip sanctuary.
A low, horizontal instrument panel design carries into the dash for a simplified driver and passenger seat experience, providing excellent front and side visibility. It provides a clean, open space that seamlessly connects the available Head-Up Display to the center where the standard 14-in. Multimedia Touchscreen Display with Lexus Interface technology can be found.
Physical dials for frequently used controls such as air conditioning and audio volume remain, and all available off-road controls are concentrated near the gear shifter to help minimize potential driver distraction. The GX comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
With seating for up to seven (Premium, Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+), the GX incorporates thoughtful touches at every turn. Ergonomic measures help decrease load and work to aid driving posture through seat cushion, seatback bolster, and the headrest. For 2025, all grades of the GX come standard with a power tilt-and-telescopic steering column and Lexus Memory System for the driver seat, outer mirrors, and steering column.
The second row is available in two configurations: captain's chairs or a 60:40 split-folding bench (Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+). A one-motion tumble system is featured for convenient access to the third row/luggage space. Heated and ventilated outboard seats are standard in the driver and front passenger seats, with available heated second-row seats. The third row is available in both power and manual seat configurations. A rear seat reminder is included as a safety and convenience feature.
The earth-tone-focused interior color design is intended to complement the nature just outside the vehicle's doors. The GX is available in both a semi-aniline leather and NuLuxe trimmed interior in Black, Dapple Gray, or Saddle Tan with black or dark brown grained trim. Overtrail grades are available in a color combination of Black NuLuxe trimmed interior with Olive Ultrasuede accents or Chateau NuLuxe trimmed interior with Olive Ultrasuede accents and black ornamentation.
2025 Lexus Overtrail.
Six illuminated charging ports (four in Overtrail and Overtrail+) are available throughout, and a wireless charger is available in the front console tray. Luggage space for both the second- and third-row configurations holds up to five suitcases with the third row folded.
The GX comes standard with a 10-speaker premium sound system with available 21-speaker Mark Levinson Surround Sound. Additional options (depending on grade) include Digital Key with SmartAccess Card Key, Cool Box, Head-Up Display, Traffic Jam Assist, Cold Area Package, and Tonneau Cover.
All GX models come standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, an integrated suite of active safety equipment and convenience features including Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, All-speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Road Sign Assist, and Proactive Driving Assist. Many more features.
Starting prices for the 2025 GX are: Premium - $65,285, Premium+ - $69,750, Luxury - $77,750, Luxury+ - $81,750, Overtrail - $72,930, and Overtrail+ - $80,395. Learn more at lexus.com/models/GX.
Sources: Lexus, Motor1.com (Best 2024 ranking only)
Published January 2025