by The United States has introduced the new third-generation Lexus GX. The luxurious Toyota Land Cruiser Prado variant will go on sale from September. This was reported by Focus.
Design of Lexus GX 2024
The new Lexus GX has become more robust in appearance. The off-roader features a high hood, small angles of roof pillars, widened fenders, and a curved window line. The signature spindle grille of Lexus has been downsized, the headlights are thinner and LED, and the taillights stretch across the entire width of the body.
Additionally, for the first time in the lineup, there is an Off-Road version with 18-inch off-road tires and additional underbody protection, named Overtrail.
The Lexus GX 2024 is related to the Toyota Land Cruiser 300, as it is built on its TNGA-F frame platform. The off-road vehicle has noticeably increased in size.
Dimensions of Lexus GX 2024:
- length – 5005 mm;
- width – 2117 mm;
- height – 1915 mm;
- wheelbase – 2850 mm.
Interior of Lexus GX 2024
The familiar layout is retained in the interior, but for the first time, a virtual instrument panel has appeared, and the multimedia touchscreen has been enlarged to 14 inches. The new Lexus GX is offered in 6 and 7 seat configurations, and the front seats have received a massage function for the first time. The interior is equipped with 12 cup holders.
New Lexus GX, specifications
Significant changes have occurred under the hood – in the standard version, the Lexus GX 550 replaces the 4.6-liter V8 with a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6, developing 354 hp and 650 Nm. It is paired with a new 10-speed automatic transmission. The off-roader has become not only more powerful but also more economical, and it can tow a trailer weighing up to 3.6 tons. Later, the lineup will be expanded with a hybrid variant.
Of course, all Lexus GX models are equipped with all-wheel drive with a low-range gearbox. For the Overtrail version, rear differential locks, disconnectable stabilizers (KDSS), off-road cruise control Crawl Control, and a mode selection system for different types of terrain are also provided. Adaptive suspension is available as an option for all GX models.
