This Is A Gamechanger! (2025 Lexus GX550 Overtrail)

[@MarkRVillano]

Lexus vs Land Rover Defender = You'll be out on the road in your Lexus, as opposed to sitting in the dealership service center with your Land Rover.

[@meadmaker4525]

Normally, I'd wholeheartedly agree, but given the rate Toyota's V6s seem to be self-destructing, that may no longer be the case.

[@Yesitsqk]

Love my GX550 Overtrail+

[@Aarl0130]

I’ll get the regular overtrail over the Land Cruiser with the premium package, it’s the same price but the GX has a better powertrain

[@jeffkashat4625]

Overtrail and Overtrail plus needs real leather and all the other options that the luxury+ has available to it.

[@JJS432]

For people who truly overland the vehicle, NuLuxe is better in terms of durability and less maintenance.

[@SauloMogi]

No digital view mirror is crazy, plus, the lack of quality nowadays is scary.

[@AUav8r05]

Wanted the LC test drove both and take delivery of an OT+ in a few weeks. Lexus much more refined vs the LC 4cyl.

[@matw1x]

Beautiful design. The 460 was horrendous.

[@Thesinfultruth]

Ok white man lol

[@michaelmc608]

The Genadier is a solid choice as well. Comparing Landcruiser with the GX; IMO the Landcruiser is way too expensive and I think meant to push you into the GX550. If I couldn’t get the GX550 I’d just get the 4Runner.

[@christopherkozal7987]

Baw, Grenadier’s are for folks that like everyone to look at them. I’m sure it’s a great overlanding rig but the GX/LC are best for daily driving & some off-road.

[@mikewright2858]

All these options, all the money - and STILL no Trunk Monkey(tm) option.

[@kimmeng6939]

This is 2025 or 2024? I can't find 2025 model on the lexus website

[@ozon8r]

Pretty sure this is a 2024

[@dmmiller1991]

He does it all the time for click bait..

[@JN-un2xz]

Most car manufacturers start selling their new cars towards the end of the current year

[@deanrotering879]

The 2025 hasn’t been announced yet

[@JN-un2xz]

@ its already out

[@raymondpiovesan5903]

Good review. Thanks Ben for taking it out on the road AND menti9 ing the insulation.

[@amexna]

All the rage with private school moms!

[@christopherkozal7987]

No you’re wrong…that would be the Tahoe/Yukon mommy mobile herd

[@ozon8r]

Probably not this vehicle as it is too subtle for that crowd. Maybe a G Wagon or a Range Rover. :)

[@TheGabagoolGuru]

@@christopherkozal7987 You forgot the Grand Wagoneer. I've seen a crazy amount of these the last 2 years. Ford Expedition as well.

[@plaisbois951]

The private school moms at my kids' school in South Corona currently drive range rovers G wagons Lamborghini Urus and Suburbans

[@RCFTE]

Typical comment from a bitter dead broke piss pot who can not afford one.

[@adamrocks19]

I have the land cruiser mid level trim and I have to say that the interior looks a lot better than this at 20k less.

[@marcmorgan3026]

With the softex or leather seats?

[@adamrocks19]

@ I opted for the non premium package, so softex. Didn’t want the cool box and the seats are probably more durable in the long run.

[@marcmorgan3026]

@@adamrocks19 that's exactly what I'm looking for. Trail dust with the java softtex. In NJ all the dealers are getting them with the premium packages.

[@adamrocks19]

@@marcmorgan3026 Gotcha, yea I opted for the underground color as I don’t like two tone. Hopefully you’ll get lucky with the 2025s coming out.

[@TheRasta4ri]

Lexus 550 & Infiniti QX80 variants both have very similar drivetrains that would an excellent comparison

[@plaisbois951]

This is the same exact trim with the roof rack and rock sliders. I got the incognito color and wrapped it in Satin incognito with a satin black roof. I'll put a link

[@plaisbois951]

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[@JN-un2xz]

Amazing looking car

[@ozon8r]

That green trim is bizarre. Although a really nice looking vehicle overall, I wish there would have been more attention selection of the seat trim.

[@BryanSherman]

This is a 2024 model. 2025 models are not out yet.

[@gallardo360]

probably going to buy the premium plus

[@wesharris07]

🤣 all these comments. Smh bunch of Karens. Complain complain complain.

[@MustafaElCamino]

I don’t believe that is a 2025, Lexus hasn’t announced the 2025, C&D has their rumor changes going but nobody has confirmed. I drove a LC Premium yesterday, love it, but their price is nuts when compared to the GX OT (better powertrain).

[@MustafaElCamino]

Not to mention TMCO pushed the MPG angle, then SET tosses E-load tires on every single LC at the port.

[@MarkR973]

Would you take this over a GMC Denali Sierra 1500 Ultimate? I'm wrestling with that right now... I'm thinking GMC actually.. gotta drive this, I was impressed with the GMC v8 6.2l and interior and ride quality also how spacious it is...

[@mkyhou1160]

The GMC is probably nicer, but the Lexus will retain value better. Tough choice. If you typically sell in 3 or 4 years go the Lexus.

[@MarkR973]

@ well the gmc is right there with lexus on quality and resale.. which was shocking.. also turbo charged engines have not yet proven to be long term reliable.. dilemma!

[@mkyhou1160]

@@MarkR973I’ll probably go with the Landcruiser. Here in Canada its about 20k cheaper same spec, which removes the “Trudeau Luxury Tax”. I like the looks the LC better too, but the Lexus has better power train / rear trunk. New Armada looks great too, but not sure I trust Nissan.

[@jonathanbumstead1183]

The practicality of a truck bed would be my decision maker. You don’t always need it but when you do it’s nice to have. And you can fit the same amount of people just as comfortably with how big crew cabs are nowadays.

[@MarkR973]

@@mkyhou1160 I keep cars for 10-15 years I get attached to them...

[@jasonb4988]

The Land Rover defender has the most competition from this new GX 550. It’s very good looking, and you know the reliability is going to be excellent. Resale should be very strong as well. However, if you really want the Land Cruiser 300 series, buy the Lexus version, and you will have the latest that Toyota offers in the rest of the world, just with the Lexus badge. JMO

[@twstrchasr]

Size wise how does this compare to a 100 series LC ?

[@reverett0508]

Do you get any KY with that $83,000 price?

[@dannyhoward3437]

My local Lexus dealer wanted to charge me 15k over sticker by adding an aftermarket film package. I bought a 392 Wrangler and couldn’t be happier.

[@christopherkozal7987]

@@dannyhoward3437 uhhh, that’s very usual. No one cross-shops those two vehicles 🤣 they aren’t remotely in the same category. The refinement is light-years ahead of the Jeep….hell, my 2000 4runner is more refined than a Wrangler. I couldn’t live with a Wrangler rental for 2 weeks, let alone buy one. Best of luck

[@1GulFF]

Color inside out amazing for its price range

[@Raptorreellife]

Would you chose this over a Bronco Raptor for your mostly daily driver?

[@JN-un2xz]

The lexus any day of the week, there’s no comparison.

[@BenHardyCars]

GX is way more daily driveable

[@Raptorreellife]

@ BRAptor though has so much power especially with the Ford performance tuner installed. I have GX 550 OT+ coming this week, but I have the 2024 BRaptor.

[@carpentertrim]

Totally different Vehicles

[@Marvilalove]

Land Cruiser 2.8D is better offroad and also more stylish, its style is more related to G Wagon type of military / purpose build vehicle.

[@scottbrawley407]

2025 Lexus GX550 Overtrail+Plus 4X4!

[@scottyschade]

What’s better this or a power boost f150

[@timd1893]

yeah i wonder what better this or ecoboost 3.5

[@JN-un2xz]

Can’t compared a ford to a Lexus, come on now.

[@showmemorefunthings9208]

I heard the gas mileage but didn't catch the size of the gas tank. Is it the same 17 gallon tank as the LC? If so, it's more evidence Toyota and Lexus cut the tank size of the GX and LC to get more payload.

[@TacticalStrudel]

21 gallon, still tiny for that mpg.

[@chuckkerber4735]

Love the truck- waiting to buy until the Hybrid version comes out!

[@Drpepperkev4]

i like the Lexis 550 better then Toyota land cruiser

[@Aarl0130]

That’s a 2024 model

[@sfbazant1]

Love the design, hate the digital dash. I dont think it will age well with the vehicle, especially how fast screen technology in vehicles is evolving.

[@theobserver9565]

Around here regular gas is $2.78 per gallon and premium is $4.09. Why is that?

[@EscapingTheBOYT]

Premium isn't selling

[@StarDust-vm1qs]

What are the two lights that keep flashing on the center of the steering wheel? That would be annoying while driving.

[@Garlander]

I don't think your eyes would see those lights, The camera picks them up because of the infrared. they are for monitoring your eyes and face. Making sure you're paying attention and not falling asleep when in self driving.

[@stefaniejones2707]

My son has the Jeep Rubicon something that starts with a G. This reminds me of that. Are they trying to do a luxury Jeep? I wish I could afford one. Leg room sucks I have adult sons and they are big tall boys. I actually like the interior. Half the screen of a Tesla like it. I wish I could afford it I love it and it's great for fishing with the grandkids and kids.

[@Drpepperkev4]

Jeep has a mid size truck its called a Gladiator Rubicon

[@stefaniejones2707]

@Drpepperkev4 that's what my son has. This Lexus reminds me of that. Would you agree

[@Drpepperkev4]

@stefaniejones2707 i mean if the gladiator was a suv but i like it as a truck

[@firstlast-wm3li]

​@@stefaniejones2707I don't agree. A Gladiator is a truck.

[@tomknox2676]

2025?

[@JN-un2xz]

Yes, it probably came out after August 2024

[@tomknox2676]

@@JN-un2xz no, there are no 2025 models yet. This reviewer has his facts wrong or is being deceitful.

[@KenMcCune-wb3jp]

Lexus GX550 is a cool suv you can take your family they need to go

[@boatrightssyzurp2871]

It sucks they making these new Lexus look like Toyotas

[@jamesmichael5475]

I test drove the GX 550 Overtrain Plus and Luxury Plus. Very disappointing is the adjective I would use. The engine is not good, poor acceleration, and in cabin noise levels were much worse compared to the outgoing GX 460. The Interior is also a huge miss, neither luxurious or rugged. The Ineos Grenadier, as quirky as it is, has a killer interior, the GX 550 looks like every other Toyota, nothing but Blah. Why would anyone consider the upscale models of this vehicle, when for 20K more they can have the LX, a much nicer vehicle.

[@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD]

Wait for the LX700h etc 😊

[@carpentertrim]

I like how matter-of-fact you are. I have truly liked the design of this so did about 95% of all automotive journalist.

[@jamesmichael5475]

@@carpentertrim Who cares, I have been driving Lexus GX and LX SUV's since 2003, so I think I know a bit more about them then you or any "Automotive Journalist", who briefly test drive them for a few minutes. I rented an Lexus GX and drove it for 7 days, was entirely unimpressed with the design and fit and finish of the interior. There is nothing particularly luxurious or certainly rugged about the interior of the vehicle. The approach and departure angles are so-so, ground clearance, not very good, and the engine sucks compared to the old 8 cylinder. The vehicle does not accelerate well and its in-cabin noise level is significantly louder compared to the GX-460. The 2nd row seating is awful from an ergonomics standpoint, and I have graduate level scientific background in Ergonomics and Biomechanics. You might like the vehicle, but for me, If I wanted to go off-road, an older Toyota LandCruiser or previous generations LandRover Defender 110, or the new Ineos Grenadier or the G-Wagon are vehicle I would travel in.

[@AlexAlex-gs1xh]

All the people who say toyota are reliable and lexus too 2024 rav 4 and lexus nx have been recalled from brakes and wheels falling out about 70 effected and consumer reports latest round says subaru has overtaken toyota and lexus as most reliable for new cars

[@mzollnerable]

Morning, Ben.

[@eighty6films]

Just visited Utah, didn’t see a single landcruiser or GX TBH Also the “startup” graphics are WEAK AF - Why did they even bother?

[@eighty6films]

Utah was beautiful tho

[@sylviawelsh9518]

Is this next for Ben.

[@BenHardyCars]

No

[@sylviawelsh9518]

You seem disappointed with the Land cruiser

[@tomace664]

How tall are you Ben? I’m 6’6” and curious if I will fit.

[@BenHardyCars]

Just under 6’

[@crazyone1067]

The engine has already proven to be unreliable. That alone would be a deal breaker.

[@eddieaguilar8959]

Tooo small inside for a 75k+ vehicle sat in one, didn’t like it

[@ItsJSTNDAD]

Ben Do me a favor this is not a 2025 model year fix the title this is false information.

[@markmcc1]

I can wrap my head around the new GX550 but still can't get over the Land Cruiser 200 being rebranded to a substantially different and smaller vehicle.

[@hectorrivera6624]

Its not rebranded. The LC Prado has always been around. The LC300 is still available, just not in the US.

[@theo21021]

Yeah, it's a whole 1.1" shorter, crazy

[@Wellh0wrya]

BEN HARDY LOOKS HOMELESS…

[@gregwarren4699]

This guy always complains in his reviews.

[@philipparana9225]

Toyota working real hard to become the Nissan of the 2020s.

[@johnireland6301]

I will keep my gx460 with a v8.

[@michaelmo6575]

Nobody cares

[@majood245]

The biggest money pit vehicle in a history of mankind with a 3.5 twin turbo engine v6

[@jonathanratliff4780]

Oh geez… Quit living in the past. You’re going to have a lot of heartache because times change now with mileage and omissions regulations that OLD architecture is gone

[@c1aytonbigsby]

You’ve obviously never heard of Land Rover or dodge because this thing will outlast either one of those with its twin turbo engine, that’s even with the problems the same engine is having in the tundra 😂

[@MarkR973]

@@majood245 he is right about that historically... for sure.. the big v8 6.2l gets same gas mileage and may indeed last longer than the turbo 6

[@MrKozanitis]

@jonathanratliff4780: your autocorrect hits again: omissions? 😊 I’m sure you typed emissions!

[@jonathanratliff4780]

@ damn tech lol

[@Trekgalaxi]

How does this compare to the new nissan armada (patrol) pro4x? Not in terms of size but value performance and features

[@crazyone1067]

The Armada is a class up in size to this.

[@JN-un2xz]

Nissan is reliable anymore, a Lexus would be a better choice

[@cameronfeldhaus]

2025?