I cannot hide that fact, this lexus look so beautiful . i love the shape of this SUV boxy and durable
@ankurmasih73667 ай бұрын
this is the first Lexus that looks good at first sight.
@NotCleverlyNamed7 ай бұрын
@@ankurmasih7366 well put
@MrCoastalChris7 ай бұрын
agreed. i've always felt lexus were a bit ugly for being luxury vehicles. Theres a few things i feel indifferent about, but this is a really great looking vehicle and i'm super pumped about the features...but $65 starting...i don't know.
@edkwon7 ай бұрын
It's been a while since a Lexus SUV has actually looked attractive, good for them 👍🏽
@joemcdonough75097 ай бұрын
I agree. In fact, this design is what I would have imaged Land Rover Discovery would've taken if they stuck to their original LR3 roots.
@KeithSchwerin7 ай бұрын
Never really been a SUV or, more so, Lexus fan but that's a dang good-looking vehicle.
@iamgermane6 ай бұрын
Better be rich to afford it and the premium fuel!
@WesleyBourgeois7 ай бұрын
I've yet to find any channel like this that actually knows anything about offroading
@krebgurfson57327 ай бұрын
yeah doing research on any car requires you to check out many reviews to get a balanced look at something
@dbwater51547 ай бұрын
If you know that much, then grab a camera and fill in the blank space. Make your own channel and teach others what you know!
@faheemabbas39657 ай бұрын
@@dbwater5154this. People can contribute!
@dennissmith72147 ай бұрын
There are literally dozens of channels that do actual off roading, rock crawling, camping and anything you want😒………you must be new to KZbin huh!
@GR8Tmate3 ай бұрын
There’s a few Australian channels that have good 4x4 content but the American ones are very lame 😂
@srm61307 ай бұрын
Finally a video of this thing in action after 10000000 stationary reviews lol
@Teraxx237 ай бұрын
The embargo just got lifted yesterday...couldnt have any 'driving' reviews until Feb. 1
@GOD999MODE7 ай бұрын
Love the design and look of this model. Lexus and Toyota have been absolutely killing it in the design "looks" department.
@rightlanehog31517 ай бұрын
Ryan, In the case of the Overtrail, it is reassuring to see a decent level of sidewall on a GX tire. We are all looking forward to the arrival of your Land Cruiser. 🤩
@Gemini_08157 ай бұрын
Excellent video. Ryan is still one of the most authentically excited car people.
@TobyCostaRica7 ай бұрын
Passed every other video to start with yours. No one else does off road like you!
@matthewjohnson12117 ай бұрын
The Front grill is sooo much better than the previous gen’s
@mikefoehr2357 ай бұрын
Nicer looking than a land rover and probably more reliable as well. The front grille is more toned down than other lexus models. Nice looking machine. Leaps and bounds better looking than the hideous cyber truck
@faheemabbas39657 ай бұрын
I don’t even know why Land Rover exists at this point. What do they want to be?
@MountainBound177 ай бұрын
The front grill is so much better on this compared to its predecessors.
@petayV87 ай бұрын
I really like the idea of a Land Rover, the new defender is in theory a cool SUV. However the reliability and dependability is a joke and always has been, i dont know how anyone could live with it
@faheemabbas39657 ай бұрын
@@petayV8 show-offs. PURE show offs. Not even Audi is close to that bad.
@artmac91817 ай бұрын
My favorite off road tester. Glad you create these videos.
@ruggedland7 ай бұрын
Lexus did a great job with this refresh of GX. The ground clearance was a little less than I expected (was expecting closer to 10” with 35” tires). If I hadn’t bought a GX 460 the OverTrail (not the +) would be my choice. As it stands I’ll keep my 23 GX for at least 10 years and lift it when the newness wears off so I can really take it off-road
@busslayer47907 ай бұрын
The tires are 265/70/18s, so about 32.5". I don't think anyone has played with the new model yet to know how much taller of a tire will fit.
@JCintheBCC7 ай бұрын
The tradeoff is that you have 8.9" of ground clearance on 32.5" tires, but you have a lot of articulation with the suspension. Some vehicles let you raise the ride height (Jeep GC Trailhawk) to 10"+ but you lose most of your articulation. In my experience off-road, I'm more often limited by traction than by absolute ground clearance, so I'd rather have the articulation. But everyone's use case is different.
@gulu-cat7 ай бұрын
@@JCintheBCC Why not have both ground clearance and articulation?
@0HOON07 ай бұрын
On most trails I would take more ground clearance over articulation if that compromise has to be made.
@JacobD5967 ай бұрын
As a previous Lexus Master Tech, this is a great description of AWD vs 4x4. Well done.
@ghostindamachine7 ай бұрын
A beastly offroader.. with Lexus built quality.. dayyum!
@ShadowBend7 ай бұрын
As a current GX460 owner, I really like the exterior styling. I would also prefer not having the 3rd row for extra cargo capacity. The interior is functional and non-offensive, but I wish they stuck with some analog gauges. Analog just feels more premium these days. Overall I think I'd wait for the Toyota version so see how the hybrid 4 cylinder setup does for some extra MPG since I don't tow. The seats do look like a win over the 460 for sure.
@ShadowBend7 ай бұрын
@yamafanboy5514 the seats take up space even when folded... Maybe 7 inches in height the whole width and length of the cargo area. They don't stow into a black hole 😂
@728GT7 ай бұрын
Finally a good looking Lexus
@colechapman69767 ай бұрын
Never thought I would see the day. Since the LFA, they have been producing utter trash. All their cars looked awful, especially with that stupid grill. I am so glad that they finally are doing the luxury offroader look like the Defender. It's a winning formula and I like this version better than any other model year. In twenty years when this thing has somewhat depreciated, maybe I'll buy it!
@BhutWhut7 ай бұрын
@@colechapman6976I've always liked Lexus. Your opinion is not relevant, except to you.
@Tidus01x7 ай бұрын
@colechapman6976 talking all that trash about the lexus design but u cant afford one. 😂😂
@gosman9497 ай бұрын
@@colechapman6976 I don't have 20 years so I need one now!
@gianmarcorinaldi82474 ай бұрын
This is quickly becoming my favorite review channel. Great video, great info.
@jake.9075 ай бұрын
Lexus hit it out of the ball park with the GX550. These will probably more or less spotted at country club golf courses. Great video very through and detail on the all the specifications.
@KoalaberrySanctuary7 ай бұрын
Best gx550 review out there
@Blankadoodledo7 ай бұрын
Finally someone posted a driving review...thank you
@LatersOnTheMenjay.7 ай бұрын
Great review. I'm a sucker for a twin-turbo V6 and with Japanese-built Lexus quality, this is my next vehicle.
@mahmoodogaili50347 ай бұрын
The amount of information and the effort spent to make this video deserves 200M likes Thank you
@santiagohills39977 ай бұрын
$80k is a lot, but 33s and KDSS puts it near Rubicon territory, and for what we paid for our Rubi, paying a bit more to get the on-road goodness might be worth giving up the freedom top and the last bit of off roadiness. Definitely on my short list when we shop in a couple years.
@benji57777 ай бұрын
Arizona is beautiful my god, that sky against that landscape.
@foofoorabbitt11967 ай бұрын
The production quality of these videos are fantastic! Superb editing. So many different angles and view poihts and not to mention sound editing as well. All cut and spliced and presented beautifully to the viewer to truly appreciate and understand the subject mateer being discussed. Well done sir. The GX is great too.
@FranciscoHugoGarcia7 ай бұрын
this guy actually knows what he's talking, the 4wd and the center diff stuff...unlike other reviewers...such as on throttle Joe Rait called it full 4x4 and talking complete jubrish in some wrangler reviews
@GearUpind7 ай бұрын
Idk who designs Toyota Suvs they always nail it and it’s like targeted Buyers are drawing these design Like Camry, fortuner, Innnova hycross “aka” premium Asia version of Highlander/Kuluger, Land Cruiser 300 series and Most popular all time Pickup Toyota Hilux Now Toyota is Bring LC250 Or LC Prado (Rest of the world) .
@2URLex7 ай бұрын
Man this things awesome. The Earth color is absolutely gorgeous with the matching seats. It sounds great in Sport+, it’s detuned from the LX so I hope to expect some tuners unlocking the other 60hp.
@aaronk99327 ай бұрын
Im gonna be watching these for the next couple years. Might be my next vehicle purchase if reliability holds up
@new002one7 ай бұрын
I hope you are sarcastic when you said “fuel economy is WAY better”
@Pamsophydee7 ай бұрын
By far my favorite review, thank you!
@aoweiman7 ай бұрын
I like the point you made about making the windshield as slanted as possible, they learned their lesson with the FJ. I still love my FJ but the visibility is ass
@jimbrown72617 ай бұрын
Love all the bright colors in the train of vehicles going across the desert 😀
@petayV87 ай бұрын
How is a 3rd row beneficial? You talk as if its a premium feature that should not be missing. For people who actually use GX for what its designed for its a huge upgrade to not have a 3rd row and have a ton of storage. If you want a people hauler this is the NOT the vehicle someone should ever consider
@ZepG7 ай бұрын
Ryan always provides the best reviews. I was asleep at my PC at 2:40 am and woke up to see his review pop up, I was so excited I woke up again lol.
@ankurmasih73667 ай бұрын
most awaited review on this channel
@nickbristol34577 ай бұрын
What a great video to watch! As a 4Runner owner I have to say this vehicle looks so impressive. Love it!
@dankramer78407 ай бұрын
A beautiful and remarkably rugged and off-road capable vehicle
@krebgurfson57327 ай бұрын
what about this unibody lexus is rugged lol
@dankramer78407 ай бұрын
@@krebgurfson5732 The Lexus GX550 is body on frame. The same frame used in the Toyota Tundra and,Sequoia
@seanmcgovernrealtor7 ай бұрын
@@krebgurfson5732it is body on frame.
@undefeatedgaul32017 ай бұрын
its not unibody you jabroni@@krebgurfson5732
@uglypeopleshollywood7 ай бұрын
This is just SUV perfection 💝
@xxBlazinBobxx7 ай бұрын
I really like the design of the new GX550! Looking forward to seeing it out on the test course!
@WW-wf8tu7 ай бұрын
Excellent detailed information you provide is top notch. Easy to understand and for the non-initiated, they will be properly educated by what you discuss in your reviews. Well done Ryan. 👍 Interesting vehicle. But I will stick with my 4R TRD OR with the KDSS.
@estebandiaz32137 ай бұрын
Excelente video,muy bueno el Lexus gx 550, saludos desde Córdoba Argentina
@alexblankenship73857 ай бұрын
Great 4x4! I originally was into the new Sequoia TRD PRO when that released but was upset about it being a hybrid only powertrain with drawbacks such as lack of cargo trunk space due to the battery bulge in the back. Now I have high hopes that this is the 4x4 SUV I want. So far I think Lexus absolutely nailed it with this GX
@spartanchirho7 ай бұрын
So glad you ordered the land cruiser!
@youredxspanktube7 ай бұрын
thats an amazing looking vehicle
@mindful60957 ай бұрын
I look forward to owning one in the future… like in the used car future. This looks like the replacement for my 470
@RR-gq6fl7 ай бұрын
Wow, I had been waiting for the test drive of this vehicle...🤩
@parkergray53467 ай бұрын
This is officially the car I’d pick if I had to buy one car and keep it for the rest of my life, never driving a single other car. Only thing about this car I don’t like is the gas mileage… but it’s a boxy SUV you can’t expect good gas mileage
@colechapman69767 ай бұрын
They have gone full Defender and I think it looks really cool. I can't believe I am saying this about Lexus but they finally created a good-looking car. The last good-looking car they produced was the LFA. I am so glad they finally created a decent vehicle to look at. It even, dare I say, has personality. A revolutionary phrase in Lexus car design. It is no longer for 55-year-old Marketing directors or investment bankers, this may appeal to 30-40-year-olds. It's very impressive and it is the only Lexus I would buy if I had the money.
@colechapman69767 ай бұрын
It looks like a reliable Defender. I appreciate this design better than every other GX they made prior to this model. They sharpened the grill and got rid of that gopping Baskin shark grill that made their cars some of the ugliest vehicles on the road. I also like that they kept the piano black plastic to a minimum.
@fjorge40144 ай бұрын
I have a 2023 tundra, this looks amazing for the family. I feel a trade in coming. 😆
@navid40247 ай бұрын
This was surprisingly a good thorough review 👏🏻
@Jaycarr0076 ай бұрын
I think I'm grabbing this car to drive across country. Thank you! It looks awesome!😊
@rajsteint64877 ай бұрын
Those tires are better than decent. I've had KO2s before and AT3s on my Tacoma for last couple of years and they perform better over all than K02 here in British Columbia. Love the K02 too though but I'll be staying with the AT3s
@goldenrakelawncare65644 ай бұрын
The design team deserves a medal!
@GreyCroweАй бұрын
Lexus's best home run since the LC500
@NotCleverlyNamed7 ай бұрын
Fuck, this car is stunning. I’m so impressed.
@BhutWhut7 ай бұрын
Your thoughts on ladyboys?
@beexiong29957 ай бұрын
Most previous gen owners dislike this new one. Not me. I love it
@gosman9497 ай бұрын
we always want to justify our purchases-- even the bad ones!
@gilmadrigal6477 ай бұрын
This looks real good, i am curious what Toyota is gonna do with the 2025 4Runner.
@ryanb87367 ай бұрын
Lesser version of Landcruiser. GX will be top model.
@mcximus7 ай бұрын
Love the GX's look. Just out of my price range.
@jackking56317 ай бұрын
Best looking Lexus suv in my opinion. Btw g wagon nowadays is at 150-160k, no more 120k any more😂
@chrisd-lw6zt7 ай бұрын
Would never consider Lexus but this one looks good. Waiting for the hybrid. Want a Land Rover defender but reliability scared me away.
@2333jskinns12 сағат бұрын
Love it! Helluva job Brian! I’ll be honest I have no intention of driving off road but between the EKDSS, tires, suspension etc I believe it will ride better on the road compared to the other 2 versions(especially those thin lux tires). Any thoughts? Thx again for the videos…I appreciate them all! 👍🏻
@lukiw70447 ай бұрын
Amazing SUV, Overtrail+ trim looks the best.Can't wait You'll take it into yours course. Greetings
@franciscoarteaga81494 ай бұрын
It would be nice for the Overtrail+ to come with real leather (Saddle Tan), 3rd row seating option, 3-zone climate controls, and heated middle bench seating. That would make it perfect.
@jeffphillips947 ай бұрын
The distance drone shots make the gx look like a 5th gen 4runner . Going to interesting to see where the 6th gen 4runner goes design wise. This GX is goin to VERY popular... nice review. Too bad the real course was washed away though
@JaySmith-rv4ro7 ай бұрын
This was nice…but can you send it to the Car Care Nut guy. I want to see his review
@snorlaxTACO7 ай бұрын
He already said that the V6TT engine has a lot of German characteristics 😂
@Allen-m5q6 ай бұрын
Excellent video that covers every single detail!! And what a nice design, can't wait to get mine. Quick question, does the L4 button means the overall height of the car is lower when presses the button? Much appreciated!!
@amateurtorque67097 ай бұрын
I enjoyed your video, excellent review. Could I ask that you use metric measurements for future videos, it would be alot easier to compare with wading depths and ground clearance if it was in cm or mm. Cheers
@chrisdakins20107 ай бұрын
You did a really great job on this review!
@aaronbehindbars7 ай бұрын
This is a cool rig. Expensive? A bit, but it seems well priced within its class. The Land Cruiser will be a bit cheaper and the upcoming 4Runner, cheaper still. Vehicle aside, how about Tucson in the winter? Looks like a good time to check it out. Passed through and stayed the night a couple years ago during the autumn. I would like to go back and spend more time. Saguaro National Park is beautiful!
@drivingsports7 ай бұрын
Tucson is great in the winter but the rains can wash away plans if a system rolls through.
@aaronbehindbars7 ай бұрын
@@drivingsports Maybe that's more of an El Niño thing. I think typically the region sees its monsoonal rains during the late summer. Regardless, flash flooding is a real threat in the desert which can make normally dry arroyos into raging torrents and washing out roads.
@donna82437 ай бұрын
13:05 Fridays with Frank territory 😂
@howlingwolf125y7 ай бұрын
As a taller (6' 2") driver, the big problem that I have noticed in newer vehicles is the lack of safe visibility out of the front windshield. They try to put the safety monitoring equipment in a black box at the top middle of the windshield.. And now Lexus made that black box even bigger.. see at (29:58).. Unfortunately, now the location of that black box (plus the rearview mirror itself) really hurts the drivers own ability to view out for safe driving. When it comes to safe driving, I trust my own eyes and vision much more than techie safety monitoring devices at the top middle part of the windshield. You would be surprised at how important that whole top middle part of the windshield is for good, safe driving visibility. They need to find another place on the vehicle to put safety monitoring devices so you can look out of the front windshield safely.
@howlingwolf125y6 ай бұрын
@@RRr-yl8zr yea.. Like I mentioned .. I am about 6' 2".. Those eyesight monitoring box things and, yes, even the rear view mirror also block my eye sight. Trust me.. When you drive you need that area to see out for safe driving.. Espec. if you are over about 5' 9"..There are things like highway signs, road signs, house addresses, viewing land marks, etc.. etc.. and sometimes even traffic .. are blocked by that black safety monitor box and the rear view mirror. I think I trust my eyes MUCH more that the tech "safety monitor" equipment.. The better you can see out of the front windshield with your own eyes, the better you can drive safely - and it is also better for simple driving enjoyment. If auto companies want to force you to use safety monitoring equipment, fine, but find another place to put them so they don't block you own eye sight.
@lolotus4borderless7 ай бұрын
85k+taxes… glad to know it’s amazing
@nameinaframeindy7 ай бұрын
9000 lb towing is amazing for this vehicle.
@homerfeltheim123457 ай бұрын
Oh wow, you were in my hometown (I recognize the hotel in the background) glad you got to samplenournoffroad fun
@MegaBikie6 ай бұрын
what town?
@homerfeltheim123456 ай бұрын
@@MegaBikieTucson AZ
@carlosbertadillo33747 ай бұрын
Ryan, great video like always!
@jimmyamico47137 ай бұрын
The KDSS system should be in every model of the Lexus GX 550 and it is only in the over trail. Plus I can’t believe Lexus didn’t put the KDSS like the way they did in the GX 460 the base model, the premium models and the luxury model, all had the KDSS system… What good is the Lexus GX 550 premium additions and luxury additions? They can’t go off-road they don’t have what the over trail plus has what good is that?? I’m very disappointed in Lexus. I’ve been driving Lexus since 1990.
@JS-hu7pv7 ай бұрын
Nice review. I agree that the gray on gray on the new GX looks awesome.
@dylanpark42847 ай бұрын
Casually mentioning the G-Wagon at $120k, like you can find one at that price. Great review, would really love to own one of these in 5-10 years when I can afford one!
@bbbt80907 ай бұрын
Im gonna start seeing these in SoCal with 22 or 24 inch rims lol
@Noahwxlr7 ай бұрын
Where do you go to order a new land cruiser already? I haven't seen this available on the Toyota site and no one is talking about it.
@otiefloro89687 ай бұрын
The GX line has yet to disappoint. Looking to pick up a GX470 soon 👀
@fernandovargas75627 ай бұрын
I like your off road test videos….
@ryantuscher59147 ай бұрын
80k is a lot but Lexus' products are every bit worth it.
@NothingMasterАй бұрын
I want 2 of them.
@troothhertz62974 ай бұрын
I found my company cars .. sadly Lexus has not decided if they going to bring it to South Africa yet. I pray they do ❤❤❤ I love her grill.. absolutely i will buy this in a heart beat above all others ..
@troothhertz62974 ай бұрын
Bring it pls Lexus 😊
@yourtubisfilled71647 ай бұрын
'... which is quite a lot for a MID-SIZED vehicle' **chokes on sensible European dinner**
@KawaTony19647 ай бұрын
Q: "What's with the face? Why does it look different from other Lexus vehicles?" A: Because Lexus stylists have finally come to their senses and realized that most people think that hideous basking shark front end looks like dookie.
@eshamblazer5 ай бұрын
Very Jeep like. I like it. The newer Jeeps look like hell.
@lenny11577 ай бұрын
Thank-you for a nice breakdown of features, style and capabilities . I'm also interested in the Land Cruiser first edition but curious if the i-max 4 engine will sufficiently power a vehicle of that size.. Could you offer some guidance as to how to go about buying the Land Cruiser? It is my understanding that it is not yet available in my area (North East) and/or in some areas dealers are asking ridiculous mark-ups which puts the vehicle in the GX price range.
@pablomoreno19997 ай бұрын
i know it was an alternative trail but i'd expect the rav4 to do well on those situations too... nice rig and work though
@mojavedesertsonorandesert95317 ай бұрын
This is an amazing rig!
@jancker067 ай бұрын
Solid review! Awesome vehicle.
@davidheaton62065 ай бұрын
With the new 4R it is clear Toyota hedged on the LC250 for USA and when the LCs I see for sale are the same price as the GX overtrail we got issues. Same price and no E KDSS or TTV? Someone really has to love round headlights because the value isn’t there
@curseknight57 ай бұрын
i wish the gx would allow the 2nd row seats get pushed down flat like the Land Rovers do
@tylerhill14387 ай бұрын
Would really love if you reviewed the Tremor Maverick and compare it to the one you used to have and your ranger!!
@johnnyhotrod7 ай бұрын
They nailed the look on this one,really good lucking ride! If the drivetrain is as reliable as I hope this will be a real winner. Now how to round up 70K for one…..
@samkunene75215 ай бұрын
I am also taken. Both Lexus and Toyota brand.
@tomgriesheimer43667 ай бұрын
The "alternative off road course" is really more indicative of the "off roading" almost all of these vehicles will face (until their 2nd or 3rd owners)