Box-tastic 2024 Lexus GX Proves You Can Have Both Style And Substance

Say hi there to the 2024 Lexus GX: the primary important overhaul of the platform in almost 14 years. In most areas, it hasn’t gone mushy — beneath that boxy-yet-handsome styling stays a body-on-frame chassis and full-time 4WD that function the backbones of the GX’s off-road skill. Past that, Lexus guarantees that the GX will stay one of the vital luxurious methods to traverse an off-road path with a newly designed inside structure and seating for as much as seven.

Nonetheless, some followers of the off-roader could mourn the demise of the V8 possibility. Underneath the hood lies a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 engine. Granted, it has extra energy and is mated to a 10-speed automated as normal at launch. For now, it’s the one engine on supply, however selections will open up later down the road, with a hybrid drivetrain on the horizon.

Greater And Boxier

You gained’t have any bother figuring out the 2024 Lexus GX from earlier fashions, due to the chiseled bodywork of the brand new automobile. Seen in profile, the 2024 GX is nearly paying homage to the 70 Sequence Toyota Land Cruiser —and, in fact, the Lexus will likely be carefully associated to the alternative for the Japanese Land Cruiser Prado.

The Lexus spindle grille has been included effectively, with an upright design making certain the nostril isn’t too curvacious in distinction with the remainder of the physique. The hood options what could possibly be described as a reverse energy bulge, with the outermost edges on both aspect protruding increased, in step with the headlights. The lights characteristic the household Lexus graphics, whereas the mirrors are once more giant and boxy a-la old-school Cruiser. Shifting to the rear, the design stays unfussed. There’s a full-length mild bar that sits under a big rear window which might be opened independently of the newly-standard energy tailgate.

The 2024 Lexus GX is 2.75 inches (70 mm) longer and three.74 inches (95 mm) wider than the outgoing automobile, whereas the wheelbase is stretched by 2.36 inches (60 mm). The SUV clocks in at 197.04 inches (5005 mm) in size, 83.33 inches vast (2117 mm), and — relying on the tires it comes with — is 75.39–76.18 inches (1915–1935 mm) tall.

Rugged Overtrail Makes Its First Manufacturing Look

The 2024 Lexus GX will likely be supplied in six grades: Premium, Premium+, Luxurious, Luxurious+, and all-new for Lexus, Overtrail, and Overtrail+. The latter two choices are Lexus-speak for “most outdoorsy path basher” variations. Overtrail ideas had been beforehand proven in January on the Tokyo Outside Present, however that is the primary time we’ll see devoted editions with the brand new moniker in manufacturing.

Whereas the primary thrust of the advertising and marketing supplies appears to spotlight the two-tone exterior colours and “earth tone” interiors, the primary takeaway is the inclusion of 33-inch All-Terrain tires on 18-inch wheels as normal. To maintain the tires inside the physique, the GX Overtrail fashions characteristic over-fenders, whereas an aluminum skid plate is normal.

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Overtrail trims additionally get an digital locking rear differential and improved wheel articulation due to Toyota’s Digital-Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS), which disconnects the anti-roll bars when off-road. There’s additionally a bevy of off-road tech as normal, together with Multi-Terrain Choose (MTS), Crawl Management, Downhill Help Management (DAC), and 3D Multi-Terrain Monitor.

Lastly, Overtrail+ fashions get a nicer pair of entrance chairs, designed for “optimum off-road consolation” and with therapeutic massage capabilities and further energy performance for the motive force’s seat.

Demise Of The V8, Welcome TT V6

The Lexus GX V8 is useless — lengthy reside the GX V6. As an alternative, you get a 3.4-liter V6 with twin turbos to make up the distinction. The truth is, the brand new powerplant greater than makes up the distinction, providing 349 hp (354 PS / 260 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque, which is 48 hp (45 PS / 36 kW) and 34 lb-ft (46 Nm) greater than the outdated V8. There’s simply the one powerplant at launch, however Lexus guarantees a hybrid drivetrain will likely be launched within the close to future.

Within the meantime, the ICE V6 is coupled to a 10-speed automated, and towing capability is now rated at 8,000 lbs (3,629 kg) for grades with the usual tow hitch. Full-time 4WD is normal because it all the time has been, and there’s a Torsen limited-slip middle differential. Moreover, an improved switch case signifies that switching between 4H and 4L is now quicker too.

A lot-Improved Inside

The brand new Lexus GX options the model’s newest method to inside design, notably borrowing cues from the Lexus RX and LM. The central HVAC vents are moved a lot decrease within the dashboard to accommodate a sizeable 14-inch display with wi-fi Apple Carplay and Android Auto. Mercifully, there are nonetheless bodily controls for the local weather management and audio, whereas there are devoted buttons for the car’s off-road options positioned close to the gear selector.

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Inside you possibly can seat seven except you decide to go for particular person captain’s chairs for the second-row seats. The third-row might be powered, and it may be accessed with a one-touch movement utilized to the 60:40 cut up second row. Elsewhere inside, you’ll discover as much as 12 cupholders, as much as six charging ports, and a 120V inverter to energy up auxiliary tools.

On Sale Subsequent Yr

The 2024 Lexus GX will go on sale in early 2024, with meeting happening on the Tahara plant in Japan. Count on costs to be introduced nearer to launch.

Within the meantime, do you’re feeling like the brand new GX’s design and options had been well worth the 14-year wait? Tell us under.