2025 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro vs Lexus GX550 vs Land Cruiser - Civil War!

[@c1aytonbigsby]

Great review! This really shows how similar and different these 3 vehicles are.

[@michaelortego4693]

GX 550 Overtrail model does come with skid plates.

[@PetrolheadPodcasts]

Thanks for pointing this out, should have clarified more clearly - The GX does have, but the protection is not as much as the Land Cruiser gets for its underbody - this video from about 2:40 onwards has a good illustration of the differences. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4ixnJtrjK2AqJosi=sih_x6rHp5c17VeF

[@CJ-rk5eg]

Your review is correct.

[@retirementOwl]

Considered the TRD Pro, but now plan to buy the GX 550 OT. Why? More cargo area, better V6 powertrain, EKDSS, .6" more ground clearance, on board air compressor, cooled seats. Also, it looks better and has a much nicer interior. The LC is a less desirable, watered down version of the same vehicle. Contrary to the narrator, the GX OT does have under body protection. Higher costs at the pump is the only drawback for me.

[@PetrolheadPodcasts]

Thanks for the comment and good luck with the search process. Should have clarified more clearly in the video - the GX does have underbody protection, but the protection is not as much as the Land Cruiser gets - feel free to check out this video from about 2:40 onwards which gives a good illustration of the differences in case it is helpful - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4ixnJtrjK2AqJosi=sih_x6rHp5c17VeF

[@rickper]

Does the overtrail have real leather yet or tri zone climate, maybe option now for digital rear view mirror, 2400 Watt plug

[@hankswartzlander8821]

Excellent review. I am in the market and have narrowed to the Trailhunter, LC, and recently the GX Overtrail. Your factual analysis has been very helpful. I now must test drive various models. Sometimes shopping is good fun.

[@PetrolheadPodcasts]

Thanks, I’m glad you found the video helpful! Good luck with the search process.

[@retirementOwl]

I considered the TRD Pro and LC, but have 95% decided to get the 550 OT. I drove the 550 a couple weeks ago and absolutely loved the engine. EKDSS is a game changer too, so definitely want that. I really don't like the reduced cargo areas cause by the hybrid batteries.

[@noctilucent7396]

Ive owned a 250 Land Cruiser for a month now AND HOW SHIT ITS AWESOMMMEEE!!!!!!!!!! !!! !!

[@CJ-rk5eg]

GX is most attractive in person. Not obvious in photos or videos. Have to see it in person. Superior drive train and suspension. Unfortunately NO real leather on GXOT+ or a digital rear view mirror. Major omissions for the trim and price point.

[@sauliusvita1713]

If yo get GX, you get Lexus service experience. Keep in mind, everybody is going to cut on overall costs. Lexus hasn’t dissapointed me as yet.

[@davidheaton6206]

Do you want full time 4WD? Do you want v6 or hybrid. You are done after answering those questions unless approach angle is a deal breaker then maybe don’t get GX

[@mithrandir1313]

1958 LC... pretty arse!

[@dontgetsalt2045]

The quality is definitely down. They are tryna get the curb weights down because it’s cheaper to ship. In them cheaper materials are used. And Toyota is in massive dept.