2024 Lexus GX 550 Overtrail+ Review and Off-Road Test

[@Shambles7698]

I cannot hide that fact, this lexus look so beautiful . i love the shape of this SUV boxy and durable

[@ankurmasih7366]

this is the first Lexus that looks good at first sight.

[@NotCleverlyNamed]

@@ankurmasih7366 well put

[@MrCoastalChris]

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.

[@edkwon]

It's been a while since a Lexus SUV has actually looked attractive, good for them 👍🏽

[@joemcdonough7509]

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.

[@KeithSchwerin]

Never really been a SUV or, more so, Lexus fan but that's a dang good-looking vehicle.

[@iamgermane]

Better be rich to afford it and the premium fuel!

[@GOD999MODE]

Love the design and look of this model. Lexus and Toyota have been absolutely killing it in the design "looks" department.

[@brkbtjunkie]

Unfortunately they spent way more of their money in the design department than the reliability department as of late. And this is coming from a person who has had Toyota vehicles since 1994

[@srm6130]

Finally a video of this thing in action after 10000000 stationary reviews lol

[@Teraxx23]

The embargo just got lifted yesterday...couldnt have any 'driving' reviews until Feb. 1

[@Gemini_0815]

Excellent video. Ryan is still one of the most authentically excited car people.

[@rightlanehog3151]

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. 🤩

[@WesleyBourgeois]

I've yet to find any channel like this that actually knows anything about offroading

[@krebgurfson5732]

yeah doing research on any car requires you to check out many reviews to get a balanced look at something

[@dbwater5154]

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!

[@faheemabbas3965]

@@dbwater5154this. People can contribute!

[@dennissmith7214]

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!

[@GR8Tmate]

There’s a few Australian channels that have good 4x4 content but the American ones are very lame 😂

[@artmac9181]

My favorite off road tester. Glad you create these videos.

[@matthewjohnson1211]

The Front grill is sooo much better than the previous gen’s

[@TobyCostaRica]

Passed every other video to start with yours. No one else does off road like you!

[@mikefoehr235]

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

[@faheemabbas3965]

I don’t even know why Land Rover exists at this point. What do they want to be?

[@MountainBound17]

The front grill is so much better on this compared to its predecessors.

[@petayV8]

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

[@faheemabbas3965]

@@petayV8 show-offs. PURE show offs. Not even Audi is close to that bad.

[@ruggedland]

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

[@busslayer4790]

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.

[@JCintheBCC]

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-cat]

@@JCintheBCC Why not have both ground clearance and articulation?

[@0HOON0]

On most trails I would take more ground clearance over articulation if that compromise has to be made.

[@ShadowBend]

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.

[@ShadowBend]

​@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 😂

[@JacobD596]

As a previous Lexus Master Tech, this is a great description of AWD vs 4x4. Well done.

[@benji5777]

Arizona is beautiful my god, that sky against that landscape.

[@KoalaberrySanctuary]

Best gx550 review out there

[@gianmarcorinaldi8247]

This is quickly becoming my favorite review channel. Great video, great info.

[@foofoorabbitt1196]

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.

[@mahmoodogaili5034]

The amount of information and the effort spent to make this video deserves 200M likes Thank you

[@santiagohills3997]

$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.

[@wheelaways]

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

[@Blankadoodledo]

Finally someone posted a driving review...thank you

[@Pamsophydee]

By far my favorite review, thank you!

[@ghostindamachine]

A beastly offroader.. with Lexus built quality.. dayyum!

[@728GT]

Finally a good looking Lexus

[@colechapman6976]

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!

[@BhutWhut]

​@@colechapman6976I've always liked Lexus. Your opinion is not relevant, except to you.

[@Tidus01x]

​@colechapman6976 talking all that trash about the lexus design but u cant afford one. 😂😂

[@gosman949]

@@colechapman6976 I don't have 20 years so I need one now!

[@GearUpind]

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) .

[@ZepG]

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.

[@2URLex]

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.

[@jake.907]

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.

[@aaronk9932]

Im gonna be watching these for the next couple years. Might be my next vehicle purchase if reliability holds up

[@jimbrown7261]

Love all the bright colors in the train of vehicles going across the desert 😀

[@ankurmasih7366]

most awaited review on this channel

[@nickbristol3457]

What a great video to watch! As a 4Runner owner I have to say this vehicle looks so impressive. Love it!

[@xxBlazinBobxx]

I really like the design of the new GX550! Looking forward to seeing it out on the test course!

[@FranciscoHugoGarcia]

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

[@spartanchirho]

So glad you ordered the land cruiser!

[@estebandiaz3213]

Excelente video,muy bueno el Lexus gx 550, saludos desde Córdoba Argentina

[@gilmadrigal647]

This looks real good, i am curious what Toyota is gonna do with the 2025 4Runner.

[@ryanb8736]

Lesser version of Landcruiser. GX will be top model.

[@new002one]

I hope you are sarcastic when you said “fuel economy is WAY better”

[@alexblankenship7385]

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

[@WW-wf8tu]

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.

[@dankramer7840]

A beautiful and remarkably rugged and off-road capable vehicle

[@krebgurfson5732]

what about this unibody lexus is rugged lol

[@dankramer7840]

@@krebgurfson5732 The Lexus GX550 is body on frame. The same frame used in the Toyota Tundra and,Sequoia

[@seanmcgovernrealtor]

@@krebgurfson5732it is body on frame.

[@undefeatedgaul3201]

its not unibody you jabroni@@krebgurfson5732

[@navid4024]

This was surprisingly a good thorough review 👏🏻

[@RR-gq6fl]

Wow, I had been waiting for the test drive of this vehicle...🤩

[@homerfeltheim12345]

Oh wow, you were in my hometown (I recognize the hotel in the background) glad you got to samplenournoffroad fun

[@MegaBikie]

what town?

[@homerfeltheim12345]

@@MegaBikieTucson AZ

[@howlingwolf125y]

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.

[@howlingwolf125y]

@@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.

[@Jaycarr007]

I think I'm grabbing this car to drive across country. Thank you! It looks awesome!😊

[@Tippycanoe-y2i]

I look forward to owning one in the future… like in the used car future. This looks like the replacement for my 470

[@Noahwxlr]

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.

[@jeffphillips94]

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

[@LatersOnTheMenjay.]

Great review. I'm a sucker for a twin-turbo V6 and with Japanese-built Lexus quality, this is my next vehicle.

[@DanielHAguilar]

Great looking SUV, I can see myself buying one a few years down the road. Good job Lexus / Toyota

[@Allen-m5q]

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!!

[@JaySmith-rv4ro]

This was nice…but can you send it to the Car Care Nut guy. I want to see his review

[@snorlaxTACO]

He already said that the V6TT engine has a lot of German characteristics 😂

[@chrisd-lw6zt]

Would never consider Lexus but this one looks good. Waiting for the hybrid. Want a Land Rover defender but reliability scared me away.

[@aaronbehindbars]

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!

[@drivingsports]

Tucson is great in the winter but the rains can wash away plans if a system rolls through.

[@aaronbehindbars]

@@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.

[@amateurtorque6709]

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

[@rajsteint6487]

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

[@chrisdakins2010]

You did a really great job on this review!

[@JS-hu7pv]

Nice review. I agree that the gray on gray on the new GX looks awesome.

[@lukiw7044]

Amazing SUV, Overtrail+ trim looks the best.Can't wait You'll take it into yours course. Greetings

[@NotCleverlyNamed]

Fuck, this car is stunning. I’m so impressed.

[@BhutWhut]

Your thoughts on ladyboys?

[@SherylShane]

When is it actually arriving. Can I fit two Great Danes in the rear cargo. Need height and width back there. How high of jump off ground for them to get into cargo space or do we need steps

[@davidheaton6206]

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

[@2333jskinns]

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! 👍🏻

[@lenny1157]

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.

[@goldenrakelawncare6564]

The design team deserves a medal!

[@parkergray5346]

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

[@colechapman6976]

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.

[@beexiong2995]

Most previous gen owners dislike this new one. Not me. I love it

[@gosman949]

we always want to justify our purchases-- even the bad ones!

[@tylerhill1438]

Would really love if you reviewed the Tremor Maverick and compare it to the one you used to have and your ranger!!

[@jackking5631]

Best looking Lexus suv in my opinion. Btw g wagon nowadays is at 150-160k, no more 120k any more😂

[@yourtubisfilled7164]

'... which is quite a lot for a MID-SIZED vehicle' **chokes on sensible European dinner**

[@pablomoreno1999]

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

[@mcximus]

Love the GX's look. Just out of my price range.

[@fjorge4014]

I have a 2023 tundra, this looks amazing for the family. I feel a trade in coming. 😆

[@carlosbertadillo3374]

Ryan, great video like always!

[@colechapman6976]

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.

[@slingerriggin5226]

curious how the 4x4 system compares to that of say the Bronco Wildtrak. Any differences or advantages to either?

[@1TotalNoob]

Want to see how it handles twisty mountain roads at a fun speed. Everything else about it seems really nice. Not that I can afford anything like it...

[@ryanb8736]

It’s floaty and a boat. It’s not meant for handling. Topher showed its handling and wasn’t great. It’s an off road truck.

[@boboso7238]

Cool review. Hopefully weren't filming drone shots in the wilderness area outside Marana lol.

[@otiefloro8968]

The GX line has yet to disappoint. Looking to pick up a GX470 soon 👀

[@donna8243]

13:05 Fridays with Frank territory 😂

[@msiahpush]

Great video as usual. A question: Is the cabin pretty quiet?

[@fernandovargas7562]

I like your off road test videos….

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Just came here to see what the desert trail guide had to say. :)

[@JCintheBCC]

When he said "I think we can turn that off" I thought "Whoa, whoa, whoa... I wanna hear about the Saguaros!" I mean, yes, the video is about the GX, but I want the GX to go visit the desert...

[@drivingsports]

😂

[@curseknight5]

i wish the gx would allow the 2nd row seats get pushed down flat like the Land Rovers do

[@jancker06]

Solid review! Awesome vehicle.

[@nwrjxn]

8.9" is not much ground clearance...can a lift kit be added to the Overtrail+ without compromisiing the "adaptive variable suspension" system?

[@tronner10]

You can lift KDSS equipped vehicles, just like the older GX's, but it's easier when they don't have KDSS. I wish there was non-KDSS Overtrail version.

[@owizzlebeezy123]

Nice Lexus Spider cameo at 9:04 lmao

[@franciscoarteaga8149]

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.

[@dylanpark4284]

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!

[@jimmyamico4713]

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.

[@GreyCrowe]

Lexus's best home run since the LC500

[@lolotus4borderless]

85k+taxes… glad to know it’s amazing

[@kirillgolovachev]

Let me know when you’ll be doing real off road test drive. Especially in deep snow

[@37061044]

Where was the test drive at the press event? its very pretty

[@drivingsports]

A private road in Arizona.

[@ryantuscher5914]

80k is a lot but Lexus' products are every bit worth it.

[@praveenkarunanayake7542]

Hello! Will you be doing an off-road (ish) review of the Lexus Tx please?

[@jasonhebert2577]

Great review !

[@brandonjohn24]

I do most of my driving on pavement for work but we do go to the mountains often and our cabin has some treacherous roads , etc. Am I best with the other trims or does this Overtrail still drive smoothly on the highway? Unsure with those tires.