Much Better Than A Prado! (Lexus GX Overtrail 2024 Review)

Detailed review and test of the 2024 Lexus GX550 Overtrail, including off-roading, handling, V6 engine, specs and more.
The new Lexus GX is a luxury iteration of the Land Cruiser Prado (250 Series). It uses a 260kW 3.4-litre twin turbo petrol V6 engine rather than a diesel. A hybrid is coming.
Compared to rivals like the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Volvo XC90, the Lexus GX is a true off-roader. But that has positives AND negatives. Let's explore them.
Time codes:
0:00 - Intro
0:11 - What is a Lexus GX?
0:48 - Overtrail
1:04 - Interior
1:36 - Nuluxe trim
2:00 - Front seats
2:20 - Design
3:08 - Touchscreen media
3:28 - Grades
4:08 - Pricing
4:22 - Storage
4:51 - Row two
6:00 - Amenities
6:40 - Third row (other variants)
7:40 - Styling and colours
8:10 - Luggage space
8:44 - Factory towing facility
9:01- On road
9:34 - Dimensions
10:28 - Twin-turbo V6 powertrain
11:24 - Performance
11:58 - Hybrid coming
12:30 - Fuel economy
13:13 - Ride and handling
15:25 - Refinement
16:02 - Safety tech
16:55 - Off road
18:00 - Passive and active guidance
18:22 - Moguls and differentials
18:50 - Articulation with E-KDSS
20:10 - Descent and ascent
21:18 - Verdict
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[@fatmanoverlanding]

The specs of the Overtrail variant clearly shows this is targetted at those who'd like to take their GX off-road. And anyone who really goes touring/overlanding, never really carry more than 5 passengers (most rarely carry more than 2). Having extra rear cargo space more important - making 3rd row seats useless. They'll just take up room and add dead weight. So IMO, Lexus got it right.

[@jihooncha-vs4om]

What happened to Toyota's manipulation of quality tests and deception of consumers for the past 35 years?

[@Keydet1992]

@@jihooncha-vs4omAnyone who has owned a Toyota understands the quality and longevity that Toyota provides. Those who want to discount this have either never owned a Toyota, or are schilling for the competition.

[@ClipsByMiles]

Speak for yourself. I’ll be picking up an overtrail and adding the third row in myself. A) I want the flat rear floor and B) I want to be able to take the occasional friend or two for my kids when needed. Otherwise they’ll be folded away unless needed.

[@reconeix]

Excellent review of the GX550. It looks like the off-road course they built had dried up, by this time. Good on you for getting that footage! Many of the other reviewers didn't get that footage. This SUV is a beast.

[@ahh1180]

Great review and love the broke back mountain vibe

[@lewisjohnson7260]

Great review as always!

[@procaes]

G'day Tom. Thanks for the video. When do you think we will learn more about the 2024 Prado for AU?

[@ScottyJH]

Great review mate, how do you compare this with the LX600?

[@edmundcharles5278]

Everyone is talking about the capabilities and adventures ( many of which exist only in the wild imagination of the vicarious minded), yet few 560 reviews are Centre one on-road capabilities of the new GX- an environment where 95% of its time will be prowling!

[@Keydet1992]

The majority of the market acquiring this vehicle for off road and overtrail purposes prefer storage space over third row seating. If third row seating is a priority for you, there are two other specs that provide that feature. Those are the ones for you.

[@jamesfinlay971]

Hey Tom, gr8 review... interested in your view of AVS on the Overtrail... you mention pattering on pavement, but not how the different AVS settings changed handling and ride comfort?

[@MrReedmonkey]

Nice. Always looking for an eventual replcement for my beloved disco 4. The prices are a bit scarey though; I thought 80k back in 2014 was rediculous! Thanks mate.

[@chasingcars]

Yeah, this would be a pretty good replacement for a Disco 4. Expensive no matter how you look at it, though $80K in 2014 with all the inflation we’ve had was the equivalent of $100K in 2023.

[@CJ-rk5eg]

Great review. And the only one I have seen that was able to do the offroad course originally set up by Lexus. Per the other reviews a rain storm ruined the course and the subsequent reviews were only done on some dirt roads.

[@chasingcars]

Yes, we were lucky to get dry weather to experience the full course, which was a reasonably tough demonstration of the GX's capability.

[@CJ-rk5eg]

@@chasingcars Can you turn off the nanny safety feature that watches your eyes???

[@TerribleTezza]

Just wondering while the GX tow capacity in the US is 4000 KG whereas in Australia it's 3500? Apart from that I'm interested although what sort of wait time and how much we will pay????

[@stephengrainger248]

Great review and nice car. I couldn’t bring myself to spend that much money on a car and then go bush bashin’ in it.

[@HammerRocks]

I think Toyota did their research well, as most drivers who opt for the Overtrail, are likely to actually take their GX offroad. And if they do, the rear is generally crammed with gear, or like me, rear drawers, fridge, & fridge cage etc. I removed the 3rd row seats on my Landcruiser to save weight and have more space. This is the exact same reason the new Prado GR Sport will only be a 5-seater (from what I've read).

[@GR8Tmate]

Tom, Let me get this right, we’ve got a vehicle that’s going to cost at least $110,000, luxury models considerably more and you’re telling us it has VINYL SEAT ? WTF is that ? 🤦‍♂️

[@mullavan]

Pity they don't bring the Grand Highlander/Lexus TX to Australia, for those that are willing to trade off-road ability for extra space.

[@brydenhall2258]

Agreed. It would sure be nice to have a luxury off roader. If you want true overlander, then that’s where the Toyota Land Cruiser comes in. Would be nice to see the over trail with an option for true leather seats, pano roof and an option for three rows , if you want it. I would consider buying the luxury, but it loses all the off-road capabilities, but most importantly, it loses, EKDSS. So I’m a little frustrated that there is not a few more options either on the luxury or over trail.

[@pinkipipe]

Wow 😯

[@hndautosparepartsllc1150]

Lexus GX Overtrail 2024 wow its performing very well.

[@lav1daloca]

Off-road package should be an option on the base model with 20inch rims

[@Dalyphon]

How does this compare to the Defender 110?

[@brydenhall2258]

This is superior in every way. The defender is not body on frame. And mechanically a piece of shit lol.

[@user-fr5pl1zf5f]

Certainly looks like a nice car. Whats funny is my 2016 Prado petrol v6 has lower fuel consumption of 14 ltr per 100km vs the new Lexus petrol with 15ltrs. Yes, the new Lexus is much faster but i expected a modern twin turbo with 10 speed transmission to do better

[@praveentyson4455]

Looks nice But I can't afford it

[@braalo07]

Interesting that the GX is coming to the market earlier than the car it is based on. Nevertheless, it is the best SUV of 2024

[@talalaldossary2656]

I expect sale date late march

[@ironlungthe3rd]

It better be much better than a prado with that price tag

[@strider88888]

Gee - Nice ride - but the coin for these is getting up there!

[@yahtadi5152]

Shoulda came with their new 3.3 V6 diesel

[@himeshk8667]

Most off road action the majority of these are going to see is on the school run. The RX would be the better option for most people - but try telling that to Aussies.

[@chasingcars]

That’s true, I’m sure. But people are enamoured by knowing what capability the vehicle has, and that’s OK.

[@Dreamer10888]

Riding high makes u feel superior

[@TheVainakhTribes]

The GX is made in Japan and based on the capable body-on-frame Land Crusier Prado. The RX is a unibody minivan built in Canada.

[@DrPmach]

All Australian Lexus' are built in Japan.@@TheVainakhTribes

[@mackeymichael]

Good to see them start to put petrol engines in 4wds

[@Samuel-bu7xr]

Sadly not coming to New Zealand, despite the Defender selling like hot cakes in this market.

[@sujeewatillakaratne5880]

Too much comparing with normal SUVs! The GX is not competing with an X5! Wrong to say it’s in the same ‘segment’ as Those vehicles. How does it compare to a Defender?

[@bobmaxwell9572]

Good to see the masters of mediocrity didn't put the oil slurping,ticking time bomb ,hot V Diesel from the LC300 in it😂. "Ooh what a feeling"

[@Tracertme]

All flat grey cars look hopeless but are currently in vogue with some, the third row seats being removed is fantastic, they are frankly a waste of time.. I never see anyone using them… 😂 it’s a shame the sports luxury will have 22 inch wheels.. I’ll have to buy this before we get any hybrid and EV nonsense. Then stop buying new vehicles at all. A much better product than any Range Rover still using their supercharged v8 whining its guts out or just breaking down electrically all the time… 😂

[@user-do2po7hd9t]

Going to be a sell out. What a machine

[@Rhcpbedders]

$140k eek

[@brendanfennell3552]

What a total "Bollox" there have been more orders taken for the New Toyota Landcruiser Prado GX250 with the 2.4lt Turbo Hybrid with the 8 Speed Transmission which also has permanent 4x4 and a more reasonable starting price of $55,000 than that Glamorous "Lexus" version at $110,000 price which is based on the same chassis

[@brydenhall2258]

I think you’re a little confused. He’s talking $110,000 in Australian dollars. You can get the GX over trail for 67,000 in the US.

[@bobmaxwell9572]

2:09 2:20 2:20 2:34

[@lukebutton9634]

too expensive

[@joeblack1052]

Better? Look at the price😅

[@Bamwich]

so it''s more expensive and less capable than a 300 series.. I guess they wont have a one year wait time... so I guess they are exploiting that fact.

[@leonidassoteriou5223]

Same as a prado, not better than prado!

[@theLEGOguy22]

Can’t stand Lexus and Toyota. I know they are reliably but SO ugly, cheap and nasty looking.

[@steverogers7211]

Ok bye then

[@espkh1549]

can’t agree more.. you don’t get laid in these cars

[@kristyanafinch9789]

Not sure why you draw any comparisons to the European SUVs it's an irrelevant comparison and anyone thinking this is anything other than a 4x4 is a fool. It's in the vain of a G wagon not an X5 and that seems to be the point of the cars design so comparison with soft roaders is pointless. Do you believe your viewers are that daft?

[@chasingcars]

I think you’re confused about the point of comparisons: they *compare* the strengths and weaknesses of different vehicles. In this video, I compare the GX to other Land Cruisers, and also to car-based rivals. GX customers will come from both camps. That’s clear from the data on deposit-holders in Australia. If you think every GX buyer is buying the car because of its 4WD capability, you’re dead wrong.

[@jeremybean-hodges6397]

Personally I have no doubt that people in the market for this will absolutely compare it to an X5 and the like.

[@peters219]

@@chasingcars I put highway tires on my pickup that had all terrains and felt like I got a whole new suspension. I think the point not to compare apples to oranges is valid. An X5 might be in the same pool of the market but it's fundamentally different. It's what is being achieved and what is offered on this offroad vehicle that sets it apart. These aspects are highlights of achievement, not comparative downsides to a different machine in the X5. I understand the intent was to provide the consumers reflected in the data some understanding of the differences. It just came off like all the deliberate and highly executed features in this vehicle were somehow "weaknesses." That said, this is still one of the best-produced videos on this vehicle. Thank you.

[@steverogers7211]

Do you really think majority of potential buyers will take this anywhere besides drives on pavement? The comparison is made because of price points, size, and popularity with segment leaders. Don’t be daft.

[@OshoLee]

the angles are shit, better get a Defender

[@9896669856]

Hi What will be the price for sports luxury you recon ?