Summary
- The 2024 Lexus GX embraces a back-to-basics design approach with a rugged and upmarket exterior that conveys expert craftsmanship and a sturdy, robust design.
- The GX offers a powerful twin-turbocharged V-6 engine with improved horsepower and torque, along with a hybrid powertrain option available in the future.
- Inside the cabin, the GX provides a traditional and conservative yet modern and innovative interior, with user-friendly infotainment, wireless smartphone integration, and a spacious third row of seats suitable for short distances or carrying children.
Some design trends come and go as time goes by. While a few OG SUVs such as the Land Rover Defender and the Mercedes G Wagen, stuck with their timeless, classic, and original boxy designs, others have tried different design approaches over a span of several generations. And now, some are coming back to the basics with a more conservative, and you guessed it, boxy design.
The latest Lexus GX is a perfect example of that back-to-basics design approach. This midsize SUV from Toyota's luxury brand, Lexus has gone through a complete design overhaul, and it might look to some to be a bit conservative or outdated. But that is just its looks, for everything else about the 2024 Lexus GX is pretty cutting edge, state-of-the-art technology.
It is always exciting when we see a fresh newcomer in the world of luxury SUVs. The 2024 Lexus GX brings an invigorating mix of strong capabilities, a luxurious and modern interior, the convenience of a third row of seats, and Lexus high-quality standards inherited from Toyota.
All technical specifications and features of the 2024 Lexus GX discussed in this article were provided by Lexus
The Rugged Exterior Design Of The 2024 Lexus GX
Not unlike Land Rover and other luxury SUV brands, Lexus seems to be trying to convey a truly rugged and upmarket look to this off-road SUV. And to that end, one cannot really fault, (not overly, anyway) the design choices made throughout the whole bodywork of the 2024 GX.
These looks work, and they communicate not only expert craftsmanship but also a sturdy and robust design that adds value to the whole package. After all, the distinct buyers of such an SUV will find in its design, a direct correlation to the quality and reliability that has come to be expected from such a high-end luxury SUV, from a brand that is basically an arm of Toyota.
Lexus presents the exterior as being rigged and yet refined. We agree. The exterior lines are aggressive and tough. The designers at Lexus were keen to show that this is a capable off-road SUV with true body-on-frame functionalities for good off-road performance. The point of reference they sought to create this design was a vision of Lexus customers enjoying an outdoor experience without missing out on the luxuries and comforts a brand such as Lexus has to offer.
The 2024 GX has a wide track and fender flares, and the front pillar base is pulled towards the rear. The overall width of the SUV has been increased by 3.74 inches, while the triple being LED headlamps and the opening at the grille We're raised to avoid impacts, a test meant to the off-road capabilities of the new 2024 Lexus GX.
On the side, the 2024 GX boasts a powerful presence with body lines floating horizontally and an increased wheelbase (2.36-inches). The fact that the A-pillar was pulled back increases visibility. Another new design feature is a lower belt line which also helps with visibility, while the ground clearance has been improved over the previous generation as well. The 18-inch wheels are equipped with 33-inch tires for optimal off-road performance.
2024 Lexus GX Powertrains
The new GX will have two available engine options. Initially, at launch in the U.S., the GX will come with a very capable and competent twin-turbocharged 3.4 liter, V-6 engine There is mated to way 10-speed automatic transmission. At a later date, a hybrid power train will also be available in the United States..
2024 Lexus GX Engine
Engine | 3.4-Liter Twin Turbo V-6 |
Output | 349 horsepower |
Torque | 479 pound-feet |
Transmission | 10-Speed Direct Shift Automatic |
This turbocharged V-6 engine delivers improved horsepower and torque than the previous V-8 on the last generation GX. Towing capacity is now increased to a full 8,000 pounds for the premium, premium+, and Overtrail trims, or 'grades', as Lexus likes to call them, with the standard tow hitch.
These Overtrail grades, by the way, are Lexus first-ever effort in creating a trim that is more off-road capable, has appropriately curated color schemes to better mix with nature, standard all-terrain tires, and a baseline canvas for future improvements with the addition of accessories and gear for refined off-road adventures.
- Approach angle: 26 degrees
- Breakover angle: 23 degrees
- Departure angles: 23 degrees on the GX 550 Premium and Premium+, 22 degrees on the GX 550 Overtrail, and Overtrail+, 21 degrees on the GX 550 Luxury and Luxury+
The Overtrail trims will also come with exclusive seats for better off-road comfort, as well as Lexus's Multi-Terrain Select (MTS), Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Control (DAC), and 3D Multi-Terrain Monitor systems To help this SUV overcome more difficult off-road terrains.
The Elegant Interior Of The 2024 Lexus GX
Inside the cabin of the 2024 GX, driver in passengers will find themselves in a sea of tranquility. A traditional and conservative approach is met with modern day innovation. The infotainment system is intuitive and user-friendly, and sits on a standard 14-inch touchscreen display. The 2024 GX comes standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android auto integration for your smartphone. Being that this is a midsize SUV, the third-row of seats isn't the most comfortable place to be, but it will get the job done for a small distances or for carrying children around.
Each row of seats has its own storage spaces, and the GX's interior has six charging ports (four in the Overtrail trims), a wireless charger, and a 120V AC inverter. The audio system has an optional premium Mark Levinson unit, And the cabin can be further refined with ambient lighting and leather seats. Lexus refers to this exquisite experience as a moving sanctuary, a place of calm and tranquility for navigating through heavy traffic, or venturing out to a secluded location.
2024 Lexus GX Safety Features
Lexus' commitment to safety is serious, as is the case with most respectable Automotive Brands today. All GX grades come standard with Lexus’ safety system + 3.0. This system includes a lot of safety technologies that work together to assist drivers in navigating roads in a safe and confident manner.
Some of the key features include a pre-collision system (PCS) that all so detects pedestrians, a lane departure system that also features steering assist, and an active, radar monitored, cruise control. Adding to these technologies, the GX also has Road Sign Assist (RSA) and Proactive Driving Assist (PDA). With a robust platform and modern engineering paired with these driver assistance technologies, the 2024 GX will likely be a very safe SUV for its drivers and passengers.
To summarize, as irony would have it, the last-generation Lexus GX was falling behind its contemporary competitors, and the 2024 GX, which is built on the same body-on-frame platform as the Toyota Sequoia and Tundra, aims to correct some of the old model's faults. The upcoming GX will be assembled at Lexus’ Tahara plant in Japan and is expected to go on sale in early 2024.