2025 Lexus GX 550 review // This or the Toyota Land Cruiser?

[@rayandolina11]

I have close to 8 thousand miles on my OT+. The heated/cooling seats definitely need improvement. I drove from NY to Florida and averages 20.1 MPGs which was better than I thought I would get. Otherwise, love it so far! Fair review, well done!

[@JohnJohnCrusher]

Thanks for posting your thoughts. Anything else you like, dislike or just noticed in general? You've spent more time in your 550 than most.

[@rayandolina11]

@ ok, if I’m nitpicking… heated/ventilated seats could be stronger, Ambient lighting could also be a bit stronger. I would want digital rear view mirror and AC roof vents for rear passengers and dogs. They are “fixing” my other “concerns for ‘25… auxiliary switch bank and adjustable lift for better approach angle. Hate the driver nanny cam..lol.

[@hazard502]

What a good looking vehicle in and out. I love how much Lexus put into making the GX tough and capable. Price aside, this is my favourite SUV to hit the market in recent years.

[@JamarcusHigginbottom]

When I see the GX I can't help but to stop and stare, the design is impeccable! Not you guys dropping a great video on my birthday🥹

[@RC-wt7fr]

Zach is bang on the base model Land Cruiser is attrocious especially when you consider what it costs. Mind blowing. I will most certainly be picking one of these up USED in a couple years.

[@Fabulousprofound168]

I live in Vancouver BC and lately I’m seeing these (and Landcruisers) everywhere… with high gas prices, taxes on taxes and insane housing costs here, where is all this money coming from to buy this? 😳

[@emilianoruiz7681]

Tax write off

[@RSwrightMD]

BC is a wealthy province

[@LafemmebearMusic]

Hey just cus you don’t have the money doesn’t mean that’s where everyone is. No shade.

[@mike168168]

If you can afford this, you don’t really care about gas prices

[@NPauza]

Money comes from vehicle loans and leases. Essenentially people putting themselves in debt for the latest vehicle.

[@brandonwiley6530]

You guys are both the ideal buyers that fit in this car perfectly, upper class luxury offer roader for sophisticated luxury buyers. Porsche and Lexus owners both typically have pride of ownership and take care of their vehicles, pay cash for them, and own them for many years… Anyone who can’t justify the price just doesn’t have the mindset of a Lexus owner

[@springertube]

Great review guys! Silly rollerskate 22s don't belong on this at any trim. If you're not going to do a lot of off or backroading, I'd split the difference with the trail model's 18s and put 20s on this luxury trim. That'll get you back some compliance you're not feeling with the reviewed model's overly firm ride, make whatever limited "softroading" you do-do better, look more the part with taller sidewall rubber IMO, and probably ensure longer tire and wheel life as well. You may not set any new Nürburgring track records, but you're not doing that sort of thing anyway with this - hopefully!

[@alsheremeta]

These low profile tires are the biggest con job put over the vehicle buying public. As far as handling goes, when formula 1 cars went from 13 inch wheels to 18 inch, lap times got slower....

[@evanetter]

I think fat tires will be making a comeback

[@gunsmokezz]

My solution was to bug the luxury model and just stick 18’s in it. Never gonna go off road anyways.

[@Dori_1111]

My favorite reviewers! Excellent as usual... can't wait for you guys to test the Lexus LX 700h.

[@davidcarroll8735]

8:56 AGREE! My wife and I also have the different temperature needs and I’m usually running cooling seats and she’s usually running full seat heat! You guys are an awesome Team!

[@MarkMonolithOfficial]

This BOF SUV is ❤‍🔥 Especially the OverTrail model

[@abhisheknauduri7013]

That GX is absolutely beautiful!

[@westcoast708]

Love the look. I'm just not a fan of the twin turbos. You really have to maintain it thx guys .

[@mattspeer01]

As opposed to any other car that you don't have to maintain?

[@jprusso224]

Before buying or leasing this, check with your insurance company.... here in the Montreal area it wouldn't last more than a couple of weeks in my driveway before getting stolen

[@VancouverJT]

Yep! Same here in Vancouver…Range Rovers, Lexus RX350s, Toyota Tundras are being stolen …even 2023-2024 models.

[@DoctorSkillz]

Canada seems like a third world crime world.

[@ChUcK2001]

I'm in the same boat in Montreal. Wanna buy it but the two seen in the wild are in the shop with broken glasses... Oh and also I'm quite pissed off at Lexus Canada because they are in stock in the US and dealers tell me 2 years wait in Canada. This is ridiculous. Paper launch. I'll stick to Germans...

[@brandonwiley6530]

Thank God we don’t have that issue I’m FL, I have to park my RX outside to keep other cars in the garage and have always been worried about it getting stolen because of how popular they are in Canada

[@ChUcK2001]

@@brandonwiley6530 They get stolen out of Canada, not in ;-) Asia, Africa, UEA...

[@tbecon]

I love you reviews, you guys do such a good job. I like this GX, looks like a good blend of luxury, ability and utility. This will be one of those cars that ages well and becomes iconic.

[@AD-lf9ck]

I'm not sure about age with those two turbos

[@Angelboy99]

I prefer the Toyota Land Cruiser exterior but it’s hard to beat the Lexus premium interior.

[@michaeldaniels8556]

I inquired about getting a GX here in New Brunswick, I will have to wait 12-15 months out as they have pre sold the few they will receive.... Guess I'll pass with the CDN pricing so high, See what the NEW US Government will do on imports and duties in January...

[@ktpinnacle]

It's built in Japan. With trump's promised tariffs, expect to pay more for this and anything that get tariffed.

[@theglowcloud2215]

Nothing's going to be cheaper under Trump, you dingdong

[@Mo.Jo.]

The car thieves are going to love your choice!

[@dlj1285]

Ain’t that the truth. It’s starting to get silly trying to have a nice vehicle. In Ontario it is very likely to disappear, so why even bother.

[@Mo.Jo.]

@dlj1285 Everytime I see a nice newly redesigned car on the road, I feel like going to the dealership and doing a test drive. But then I'm like, oh hold on now - you wanna get car jacked or have it stolen? No you don't! So I stick to my paid off 2017 Acura. It just isn't worth the mental strain getting a new car - I mean, it's already not worth the price and insurance and now you add this BS.

[@dlj1285]

@@Mo.Jo. I am literally thinking in these exact terms when I see these beautiful cars on the road. Surely this will directly feed into sales of such cars hurting. If there are a lot of people thinking like this then it will eventually translate. Then maybe these manufacturers will smarten up and change the security in these cars. I think they just secretly love the car theft personally. More theft means more sales. It’s shameful.

[@dannydm2133]

Amazing Review as always! I hate to be that guy, but that car would be stolen here in Toronto in 3 nights tops. What a vehicle tho.

[@SteveCondurelis]

Lexus/Toyota's reliability is legendary. Reliability translates to respect for owners' time, energy, and money. Nissan/Infinity does not enjoy these attributes. Thank you. I'll continue to buy Lexus/Toyota.

[@johnjames7712]

Regarding the hybrid, globally it’s been announced that the GX hybrid will have the same hybrid max powertrain as the Land Cruiser. And since the 250 series Land Cruiser and Lexus GX is the same, it’s safe to say that the same hybrid powertrain will be in the GX for the North American market.

[@robertwallace6300]

Have you heard anything about the 2026 Land Cruiser ditching the hybrid and going with a V6? Thanks!

[@C11raider]

Would be helpful if during your 4 vehicles to consider segment if you gave a few reasons why you'd choose one of the other vehicles over the one being reviewed

[@LafemmebearMusic]

They do, it’s farther in the video they give you 3 other choices that compete with this vehicle in its segment. Is that what you mean?

[@calebwany8422]

I think it's a 3, 2, 1 kinda situation

[@DanCath]

Great review, keep up the excellent videos!

[@really9025]

Nice vehicle! Good luck finding one in Canada.

[@rostamr4096]

I love the GX OverTrail + the best and will get one soon...Good review by the way...

[@rotaxrider]

I'd have to take on 5 side jobs and sell my wife's shoe collection just to afford the insurance for this. But it is my dream SUV ❤

[@davek4442]

Great review and I like the look’s of this too!

[@normanli7085]

Andrea, its not going to be the 3.4 TTV6 hybrid, because the LX will get it. Plus, it isnt the flagship like the LX is. The Land Cruiser sharing the same platform as the GX will most likely mean the 2.4 turbo hybrid will be likely.

[@andreaspencer9813]

I hope not!

[@jdrein9511]

This is almost certainly correct. It would address the second biggest complaint people have with the GX.

[@JimAllder11]

I am in love with the green paint on that Overtrail.

[@gunsmokezz]

Me too

[@MarkR973]

I waited for the GX to come out, it’s cool on the outside but the interior is very bland, I was really underwhelmed, needs more color… I’m now looking at the gmc sierra Denali ultimate which actually is much nicer inside…..and I wasn’t initially even thinking about a pickup.. but I can get a 6.2 l v8… I was quite shocked at how nice the gmc is.. leather much nicer… heated seats much better… I may be a convert to gmc!

[@davidjacobs9593]

Wow! I Love you two!!🖖 I am on the fence between the Landcruiser and the GX. It helps to get real world impressions and feedback about the vehicles you review. I noticed that the Landcruiser has a larger Inverter. Is it for AC delivery?

[@arilebon]

Could the comparisons be extended to the 4runner?

[@jdrein9511]

That will happen... as soon as the 2025 4Runner is available.

[@canto_v12]

I have a Land Cruiser. The hood flex is real. It’s probably the same with the GX. You have to accept it if you like the styling. Large, flat panels without any curvature WILL flex. It’s not a quality problem, it’s a style tradeoff.

[@gunsmokezz]

Subscribed cause your local. Think I’ll wait for a more fuel economic solution model of this. My current vehicle is 15.2 -15.6 liter per 100kms and supreme gas. Gets tiring after a few years.

[@En-Route1]

Driving that rig down the road definitely makes a statement - you have lots of $$$

[@crimpandcoconut]

is this the 2024 or 2025 model?

[@diablo416]

Zach, how are you liking your zenith pilot automatic?

[@Motormouth...]

Love it, stunner. I prefer it off the deployant buckle, just use a regular buckle.

[@tarapaul8212]

So glad they changed the front bumper area. Looks way better

[@dansjolseth3454]

Get the 2023 GX 460. It's a V8 with the same gas mileage, nicer interior, quieter, and smoother ride. When shopping last year I'm glad I did not wait for the 550. The 460 will outlive the 550.

[@billyjoph]

I wonder which one is more comfortable. gx or rx?

[@Sonia-cs2vw]

Thanks for the heads up on the poorly heated seats.

[@kevindoyle247]

Just watched your review on the GX 550. I have searched your site. Did you ever do a review on the 2022-2023 GX 460. I would like to know what you think of it. The V8, the ride, how quiet and the solidity and the fact it's much less complicated.

[@asha9464]

I have a 2015 Cayenne Diesel that I really enjoy, but I’m considering switching to the GX 550 Overtrail+. I’m curious-what made you decide not to make the switch from your Cayenne to the GX?

[@Motormouth...]

Because you will never get another Cayenne diesel again, they don't make them any longer as you know

[@Nolovelost_]

How she talks makes this review amazing

[@malcolmbennett3555]

interesting review. Zack your a brave man........cant imagine suggesting my wife should eat more potatoe/pasta and put on weight..........frying pan upside the head!!!

[@davidviner5783]

Excellent review...as always.

[@Olph1]

I see both the new GX and LC regularly in my area. Both look great. Toyota MC has a hit!

[@NelsonGasparDrives]

As with this and the Land Cruiser, you are always paying 💰 for the CAPABILITY. The majority of these will only ever see the wild terrain of a COSTCO parking lot, but you still pay for all the off road and towing capability that it has.

[@foxlake6750]

These won’t see more than a gravel road on the way to the cottage

[@maplelodge2]

I like it. I will wait for a gently used lease back in a few years.

[@jcs192]

Overtrial+ would be my choice, I think.

[@silvergatesmedia]

Nice review guys!

[@HenriKBSF]

yeah I agree with Zack, the base Land Cruiser round headlights look cheap. The 'Land Cruiser' trim with the rectangular headlights look so much better and aggressive

[@ZoSo666JP]

I do not know about Canada but here in Nor Cal with the lack of available dealerships an GX550 units the only place you will find the LC similar in price to the 550 is online. Once out in the real world you will quickly find out that most Toyo dealerships are marking the LC above MSRP but because there are a lot more Toyo dealerships you can find a few that do not do this. As for the Lexus dealerships it's always a 5k bump but sometimes a 10k bump above MSRP to snag a 550.

[@danielrogers4072]

I will keep driving my 2020 Land Cruiser 200 with its V8!

[@malhasan]

The GX550 interior although looks fancier but seems to be of cheaper material than the LC interior. I wish the LC would come with the 3.4L engine.

[@TY-vd7fs]

Can I ask what color this one is? Thank you!

[@chrisa.8175]

Outrageous prices!!! Not for 99%

[@ChrisThompson-x4i]

I think the LandRover Discovery is better than the GX on both looks, drive, power, and tech …your thoughts?

[@raymondgutierrez7994]

Can you please compare the drive of this vehicle to the Lexus LX 600?

[@wssaab900]

Hey Zach, you're wearing the perfect (is it Zenith Pilot?) watch for this review. Your watch looks well inside this GX.

[@Motormouth...]

Good eye, well spotted. Yes it is a wonderful watch

[@sebastianheine378]

What’s the point in replacing the V8 if the V6 doesn’t get better fuel economy? Was it truly that unpowered with the V8?

[@paulbustamante4171]

I own a 2022 GX and a 2024 GX, the power of the V6 puts the V8 to shame.

[@johnjames7712]

@@sebastianheine378 it’s not about fuel economy, it’s emissions. The 3.4 V6 emits less CO2 than the 4.6 V8.

[@arodri313]

I would love to get one of these but in the Atlanta area where I live the dealers are marking these up 15 to 25K over MSRP.

[@georginachang7877]

Whoa, the new GX has become pricey. We paid 62k for our 2023 GX Premium+ out-the-door, and that was including Cali taxes. Is the TTV6 and the mpg really that much better than the V8?

[@georgeg.7124]

Nice review. Thanks!

[@jimzhang2562]

Can't agree more on the heating seat issue. It is just barely warm in cold Canada.

[@stevennevins6643]

Andrea seems to have an infinite number of inflections when saying: “….and then you can watch them”

[@davel7642]

I see the “buttons” for the defroster. How do you switch between the floor heater vents and body vents?

[@Ulvaeus]

Big 22 wheels on a body on frame usually equal a firm or even crashy ride. Rather have a BMW X7 with air suspension. Lexus looks good though; I get the appeal.

[@vastount1]

love the new watch Zack!

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks, had it for about a year

[@jesselaporte7184]

I had my eye all over these for months and was def going to be my next vehicle until ya said supreme fuel. :(

[@kcpncfs9234]

is this gonna be the new theft favourite?

[@patrickfreeman205]

Zack relax, Andrea is a great driver. Excellent review as always.

[@timothyburnside3229]

With the wind noise, rougher ride and poor heating on seats, does it seem that Lexus has gotten away from their original selling points? My ex has three Lx models, and it was silent, way better interior and better ride quality!

[@vincentenriquez-ny4gz]

Most people are suspicious about the reliability of turbo. Turbo requires more maintenances and replacement

[@tjones2260]

I get they are going for a "rugged" look, but in today's day and age, that interior is not worth the prices being charged for the new GX.

[@iq6840]

They should put their 5.0 liter in this and just make everyone happy.

[@mrtyrang]

Hope to pick one up used in a few years as I can't afford a new one.

[@LafemmebearMusic]

Gonna have to wait a while Lexus products especially the suvs don’t really drop much in price 😅

[@viveksoty]

​@@LafemmebearMusicnot sure abt that. They're over priced to begin with.

[@davidjym]

If people keep wanting to buy it, Toyota/Lexus is going to keep raising the price.

[@prathikshshetty9458]

Have you driven the toyota prado

[@ignacioromero7977]

I own it for a while , the overland + its a very good car, however I don’t know how they made it with such a small fuel tank, it doesn’t get to 300 miles and its really annoying its not about the economy, but its just way too small

[@DoctorSkillz]

Andrea: you _like_ the unrefined, crashy feeling of a body on frame SUV? I would hate to have every drive feel like the suspension shares the same setup with a U-haul truck.

[@andreaspencer9813]

I'm a fan but it's definitely not for everyone.

[@MotorsandMovies]

Surprised that they don’t get the mpg over 25 yet or closer to 30 with the hybrid version. GMC / Chevrolet has achieved getting over 20 mpg in a non-hybrid engine that still produces over 300 hp and over 400 ft of torque from a 4 cylinder engine.

[@Bitcoin_Gold]

Why mot Hybrid?. The back windsheild wiper should be hidden like the highlander

[@OTRIAR]

Either one doing captain seats in the second row?

[@kimmeng6939]

This is GX 2025 or 2024????? I am so confused

[@timothyburnside3229]

If I am leasing, I think Range rover at that price point, if buying for long term use, if buying value points to Infinity!

[@gunsmokezz]

Buying goes to Toyota or Lexus. For resale value. No one keeps a car till the wheel drops off. Especially if you can ford this vehicle.

[@richlin2384]

Insurance premium on those r insane !

[@stefanconstantinescu1576]

Have you seen BYS Ultimat 8 ?

[@dropin324]

6:45 the Land Cruiser interior shown is the 1958 (base model) edition. I still agree that the GX interior looks better.

[@kwilliams1958]

C'mon, buy one Z and A...do it and let us know how you love it!

[@snowcat256]

GX was the worst car I test drove this year, very rough ride and laggy powertrain. I blame some of that on the thin tires, but when my aging FJ Cruiser offers a smoother ride, you know you’ve got issues. I’d take a Rivian or Kia EV9 any day over this.

[@ClemsonChad]

This or the 2025 Tahoe/Yukon?

[@MokaBoucha]

Are you saying none of the GX models are super-smooth and soaks up the road imperfections?

[@andreaspencer9813]

The models with the adaptive variable suspension are better but it still has a more truck-like feel. Our test model did not have the adaptive variable suspension but we have driven a model with it.

[@MokaBoucha]

@@andreaspencer9813many thanks for the quick reply.

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@MokaBoucha My pleasure!

[@mattspeer01]

I feel like the interior should have been a bit more special for the Lexus version, it's a bit too close and not differentiated enough from the Land Cruiser. The engine is certainly better though.

[@abelardochavez3426]

CREDIT IS THE KEY WORD !

[@nicholassmith7048]

Those 22' rims with rubberband tires sure look ridiculous, especially on what's supposed to be an off-roader.

[@citibear57]

Weak seat heaters? As a Canadian, this is a deal-breaker for me. Well, that and the price.

[@dropin324]

11:58 I’m shocked that the midsize SUV Landcruiser has less leg and cargo room compared to the full rise SUV QX80…

[@paulplacek5642]

This or Defender 130?

[@simonkubacki9823]

I'm actually excited about the new Scout Motors trucks , this kinda meh

[@PaulYason]

Maybe I'm still not rich enough, I just can't justify the crazy 15L/100km fuel economy 😂😂 rental or lease car maybe a better answer, to enjoy the nice V6 for some time but not for long with today's gas prices