THIS or a Land Cruiser? 2024 Lexus GX550 Review

[@cgreenfield6655]

Its nice to see lexus toning down that damn grill.

[@trilingualkid]

and get away from the damn Nike headlight

[@carlsullivan5037]

totally agree! I love Lexus, but I will not buy one with a stupid looking cartoonish grill!

[@Master-Blaster-4x4]

that horrible grill = 💩

[@marcochavanne]

😩

[@willb3018]

Ain't that the truth!

[@MichaelBertolino]

Finally! The reliable G-Wagon

[@ted6462]

It always was, even in the previous 460!

[@jonlosito2004]

Yea idk about reliable. Those turbos don't last long....

[@ImOldGregg]

Well let’s make sure they don’t have the tundra engine self destruction problems first

[@ericochoa4271]

Let's hold off on the "reliable" part until toyota no longer has a recall on these v6's and has worked out those issues.

[@xXlURMOMlXx]

Toyota? Reliable? What is this 2018?

[@mez6256]

I don’t remember seeing a car and say I want one. Lexus really did a great job with the gx

[@tommy516]

No, they did not. 14 MPG in 2024 is atrocious

[@redhunnid5142]

@@tommy516It’s a huge truck what do you mean what about the new infiniti qx80 it’s the same way lol

[@tommy516]

@@redhunnid5142 them to not be stupid and use the hybridized version of the motor they are using. 14 MPG with premium gas, GTFO

[@tommy516]

@@redhunnid5142 Its not a HUGE truck, its a midsize truck. Its not a huge anything.

[@yousef.al-assaf]

​@@tommy516 It's made for average size people, not whales. It's huge

[@MrKozanitis]

Regarding the mode-selection dial knob: don’t forget that in Japan they drive on the right! So, (directionally) it’s correct for them! 😊

[@MoNeenja]

The GX550 is the best looking SUV out today but I wished they offered it in blue for Overtrail and had more interior color options like red or white like the previous gen. I'm already seeing the GX550s on the road and it's making me jealous. This woul command the MSRP they ask unlike the Land Cruiser (imagine paying 70k+ for a 4 cylinder?)

[@marcinhernik1270]

Just sat in the base Landcruiser, the interior isn't as bad as reviewers make out to be, yes it's not as nice as the Lexus but it's really not that bad. Plus its a car with no sunroof, cloth seats and equipped with heated seats and heated steering wheel, rear vents and off road tech! Only a few people will ever appreciate that!!!

[@TheStraightPipes]

We loved it

[@superblump87]

What's so great about cloth seats?

[@j.moneyfilms]

​@@superblump87 dont gotta worry about leather care. And they dont get overly hot/cold. I dont hate leather, these are just reasons I hear that make sense.

[@joshbull1070]

I own the Overtrail Plus - the driver monitor got turned off in .083 seconds. Most annoying thing. Besides that it’s a beast - just hope the reliability is as good as previous GXs

[@TXJ232]

Does the driver monitor reactivate when the car is started, or does it stay off? Do lane centering and adaptive cruise control work with it is turned off?

[@cambamfam8165]

@@TXJ232it does not reactivate . Once the alert is turned off in settings it stays off . And it doesn’t affect any of the driving assist and safety assist technology . I was a technology specialist for Lexus for 2 years and that was the most popular request for me to do once the 23 models came out was to turn off the driver monitor recording alert without taking away traffic jam assist or anything , they make it really easy to do as if they knew that was going to be popular . I Bought a Lexus LC 500 on my last week there stills a huge Lexus fan & enthusiast.

[@Bowl.noodle]

@@TXJ232i would like to know the same question

[@redzoom7857]

To be fair, most drivers aren’t going to be constantly looking away from the road as they are doing in this review talking to one another.

[@lpjones3562]

Maybe after they replace your engine with the revised one it will be reliable

[@rgates06]

Yuri, wireless Android Auto and Car Play is so nice. Not having to mess with wires for any drive under an hour is so much nicer.

[@BobbyDigital_100]

6:31 WHY did I enjoy that cool box joke so much😂😂😂😂

[@contrariangrin]

Was waiting for this exact vehicle review in this exact color/trim from this exact channel. Great video guy!

[@iwazaru8101]

I saw a modestly lifted Overtrail in my neighborhood this afternoon. Looks like the 2.5" front/0.75" back preload collar lift from Westcott Designs. It looks AMAZING with that raised and leveled look, and it was still running those stock Toyo AT 33" tires.

[@st_us]

Toyota gonna dominate the european market too.

[@TheJoker-qn6vw]

Chinese Auto manufactures: Hold my beer. Toyota has become really expensive especially with their new SUV's pricing most people out.

[@bjsimon802]

@@TheJoker-qn6vw worldwide inflation and the WEF against car ownership. Canada they sell the civic starting 34 to 47g. Nothing will be cheap again. the socialist are doing this

[@lightshunshine3861]

@@TheJoker-qn6vw yes, mb its for EV market not the ICE car, because most chinnese brand cant pass the euro 6 regulation thats why they choose EV to join in

[@Arkoudeides.]

​@@TheJoker-qn6vw toyota is dominated European market we're I live.I don't see any Chinese cars around.

[@gettcouped]

This thing is gorgeous! Would pick this over a Defender or G Wagon 10 out of 10 times!

[@alancirwin]

Never driven a Defender, huh? Motor in this Toyota product is completely bland

[@StephenFogarty2023]

Another crap attempt at copying Defender styling

[@dru6326]

@@StephenFogarty2023 The Defender is way less reliable and durable than any Lexus

[@KillerToefu]

The fact that the driver can't blink without a chime is hilarious

[@xxk4rilsxx]

You can turn it off

[@FCM415]

The fact that it can be adjusted for sensitivity or even turned off isn’t hilarious but a true story.

[@_purge9488]

@@FCM415consumers being able to program what the purchased? What’s the issue

[@JohnConrad]

New cars are such nannys it’s annoying

[@FCM415]

@@_purge9488That’s right. What is the issue?

[@nadernajjar9972]

@2:02 had me crying with the grill photo shop...good job bois

[@Inspector694]

They do not make a 3.4 and 3.5 L twin turbo engine its just 3.4 across the board. And yes that one will be part of the recall

[@TheNotimprezed]

Its almost as if Toyota told them to say that! Or at minimum they asked if this was the recalled 3.5 and the Toyota rep just said "No, this is a 3.4L".

[@Morganational]

Interesting ​@@TheNotimprezed

[@MrN0tim3]

This SUV is simply magnificent!! This will definitely be my next ride. Thank you TSP.

[@desertmodern7638]

This and the Tundra both have the 3.4 V6, although there may be tuning/turbo differences. This is a really compelling vehicle, but I'd wait a bit to make sure the engine drama doesn't spill over into the GX.

[@Mfam777]

i believe the LX already does, yet it's not being publicized. same shared engine. it''s a shame

[@deanfisher1753]

I think the LC looks better and has less front overhang. Also like the LC's disconnecting sway bar vs eKDSS, and real physical HVAC buttons vs on screen lame "buttons". BUT the LC doesn't have the V6 and the associated towing capacity (boo). Toyota - PUT THE V6 IN THE LC and I'll buy one, charge me the same as the Lexus if you must (and while you are at it, please redesign the fugly plastic "diaper" on the tow hitch for both these vehicles, it's just gawd-awful and it's not good for towing, which is the point of a tow hitch). Nice review guys 👍.

[@BrandonCRFC]

We settled on the LC FE. everything about this vehicle is more practical, but its a shame its only a 2.4L.

[@nathanielmatthew9555]

Wow that opening shot going under the bridge looked incredible!

[@vizzle89]

Hands down... GX always. Glad they decided to continue/bring it back

[@brrrrr9999]

Probably this if we're being honest. The creature comforts are so very worth the surcharge. Nice brakeboost there.

[@ThomasPisz]

Jacubs watch game is off the charts. Loved the evolution over the years.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Appreciate it

[@imranhossainrohit6990]

This new design is really cool. Military and mean😠 combo.

[@Twinturbovan]

I cant wait to buy the GX550! Going to be the perfect offroad suv and looking good towing my race car!

[@Wingflavored]

I just don't think I can give up the V8 in my previous gen Land Crusier. If they came out with the 300 series that wasn't a $120000 LX in the US then maybe we could talk.

[@reeeee3]

Still no V8 in the 300 anyway, just a 400hp version of the same TT V6.

[@Bigbillyrayfan]

You shouldn’t give it up. Great vehicle.

[@chasem3549]

Lc200 doesnt sell well in the US

[@chasem3549]

@@kenblaustein17 i know. Americans dont know what they want til they lost it. Lfa, lc, supra mk4

[@quagmiretoiletgaming-amg]

OMG IT DOESNT HAVE A GIANT GRILLE

[@PapaSamo]

Your intros are insane! 🔥

[@apalmiter]

Love your reviews and honesty!

[@stevelouie5928]

If you get anything other than the base land cruiser, you're better off with the base gx550. For 55k for the base land cruiser, that's already a hard sell. The base GX 550 is only 65k and it definitely a value leader.

[@ph00ny1]

Um Tundra is a 3.4L v6 labeled as a 3.5L V6 same engine as the GX It probably didn't make it on the recall list was due to the fact that this wasn't released yet Also some folks have had multiple engine failures which leads me to believe that they're really not telling the truth that it's a manufacturing issue instead of a design issue.

[@chibbyylol]

While it has the same engine designation, the GX's engine is 'bespoke' in the sense it has smaller turbos than the Tundra, Sequoia or LX (hence less hp, same torque than those engines). It wouldn't be too out of the question that some other internals were changed as well

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

Supposedly they only washed the blocks twice. The only change I've heard of so far is they started washing them 5 times. Damn EPA requiring water for oil and those small oil galleys make it tough for manufacturers

[@JJJ5.7]

The point is correct the 3.5 has always been a 3.4. This isn't the reason why GX wasn't part of the recall. GX is built in Japan. Tundra is built in TX. As far as i know Toyota hasn't disclosed why certain 3.4s are not part of recall, like the GX and i-force max Tundra. Listen to Car Care Nut for the best explanation on the internet.

[@ph00ny1]

@@JJJ5.7 Only issue with this is that Lexus was having similar failures in much smaller scale for an obvious sales volume difference and flew under the radar. Also later model year vehicles including 24MY are also exhibiting the same failure which are not part of the recall. Is the LX not built in Japan? They're on the list. As said earlier, this is limited to 22/23 MY hence the GX is excluded from the list. I'm pretty certain that there were folks reporting failure in the hybrid setup in the forums last i checked. Going to track down the vid that explains the increased failure on the V35A engine with Toyota/Lexus There is something odd going on with the recall itself and reports of dealers not accepting current gen tundras as tradeins is very very concerning

[@ytj22]

Same engine, manufacturered in different locations may explain no recall

[@smartkid1201]

With the quality issues Toyota been having lately, it wouldn't surprise me if they announce these engine will also be recalled due the "manufacturing debris". Good looking vehicle tho!

[@slidemx5384]

I'm here to say, I have bronze TE-37s on my green tacoma. Now i need to put them on this GX

[@robervin9107]

6:20 well done jake. That celeb life when your fans want your will autograph. Absolutely incredible reaction. ❤ I cried laughing

[@andrewm6829]

It’s the same engine as the 24’ Tundra. Not sure why they’re still calling it 3.5 when it’s technically at 3.4. Only reason it wasn’t included in the recall is because it’s a 24’. Only 22’-24’ are included

[@Kinggschanel0168]

The best guys to review cars

[@haamidwilliams1503]

Yur and Jacob in a Charlotte FC jersey made me smile!! Hope you enjoyed Charlotte, North Carolina.

[@ryanhoaglin9907]

That last comment from Jacob is the truth. 10yrs from now, I might be able to afford this when its used. You guys are very down to earth and I appreciate that a bunch.

[@cakeisalie]

@2:33 Yuri 'shopped himself to be so so tiny in that group pic! hilarious

[@user_jshkdbsms]

I see a straight pipes video, I watch it, I like it

[@UndercoverVictini]

This is the way

[@TinRapper]

Dis is da wey

[@michaelmontefusco896]

Never heard this comment before🫤

[@JohnConrad]

GX550 has the same 3.44 liter twin turbo v6 as the Tundra.

[@dontdriveangree]

Oops!

[@dagma3437]

I was waiting for you guys to review this suv. Thanks!

[@JayDaVinci617]

Great video! Give the person that chose that intro music a raise 😎

[@enginerd350z]

FYI The Tundra engine and GX550 engines are the same. Both 3.4L V35A-FTS

[@FCM415]

The GX engine is built in Japan though and is bespoke. But yes essentially the same.

[@enginerd350z]

@@FCM415 thanks for clarifying! I did not know that.

[@DavidRC-m9w]

@@FCM415 exactly

[@reyjazz-u8p]

Which is a good or bad news ?

[@FCM415]

@@reyjazz-u8p Japan factories are much more established and with engineers/workers with decades of experience. Less likely hood of defects on new products? American facilities are great too but Toyota made their reputation off the Japanese plants

[@brandonjohn24]

I have test driven both the Land Cruiser and GX 550. I have had my 2010 4Runner for almost 14 years. Absolute work horse. So I was leaning Toyota. Both very similar builds and look damn near identical to the naked eye from side vantage. Grill on GX much cleaner look than the iron waffle grill of the Land Cruiser. But to be honest, driving the GX didn't feel like it was worth 15k over the fully loaded Land Cruiser edition for 70k. This video looks like great punch but when I hit it I experienced a serious lag on the GX. I was really disappointed considering its supposed to be so much faster 0-60. Land Cruiser felt quick because of Hybrid combo. Overall, I'm still kind of torn but curious to see how they work out the kinks because I've read bad reviews on performance for GX already. Seems silly to jump the gun till they work it out and possibly release better fuel consumption package down the road. The LC is hands down a better ride for off road capabilities but still has crisp look.

[@שון_כבשון]

I think its the best option of car for its purpose, reliable, luxurious, capable.. This is a car to buy and hold for years or heck even decades! Gl for thos who can afford it haha😊

[@somerandomfella]

That Nardo Latte colour only looks cool on that car. Wonder if any other current car could pull it off.

[@TD-zc4zi]

I dare someone to buy this and park it anywhere in the GTA. I can easily afford the car, I can’t afford the insurance or the medication for the constant anxiety of my wife and kids getting carjacked.

[@lemonskick]

buy this car, lease a range rover

[@lawrencepietschker8473]

For tax purposes you'd probably be better off doing the opposite 😅

[@re14437]

@@lawrencepietschker8473help me understand why? Thanks!

[@Edge-mv3jw]

Not an suv guy, but I’ve seen one of these in person and it looks soooo good

[@christianboyd4635]

This thing is pretty sick. Love the looks and styling. Honestly for $65K that’s not really that bad for everything you get. Nice job Lexus.

[@JohnJohn-wr1jo]

Good luck finding one off the lot f or 65k

[@Wasyk]

I have been waiting for this review for last couple of months!

[@michalklucz6907]

I am 42 years old responsible husband and father. I just replaced compact SUV with BMW i3 because I need a city car... but I want this RIGHT NOW! 3:47 I am sorry guys but you are wrong. this is designed accordingly to design best practices. clockwise rotary movement is list UP.

[@doswatch]

I absolutely love lexus suv's, owned an RX350 2022, which got stolen last november outside of a restaurant in scarborough (greater toronto), the only reason why I'm staying away from buying another one is absolutely the reason you stated, its going to end up on a ship (i.e. stolen) in no time. :(

[@lastnamefirstname520]

This! No question about it. Finally a Lexus SUV that looks great! 👍👍👍👍

[@dxg999]

@6:36 - If I can't keep fish in my cool box, I'm simply not interested. :(

[@davidhouston7812]

The hybrid will basically be the Land Cruiser system. It was announced at launch on the Japanese site

[@dru6326]

I own the OT with this earth color. The drive is amazing

[@marklivos]

This is the most beautiful Lexus I have seen

[@funkonsight]

Been waiting on this review

[@omarbryant7930]

When I watch Yuri launch it in the beginning of the video, I thought to myself "damn that thing is fast" then I realized that the video speed was set to 1.25x lol

[@chrisjuliano3964]

So I'm going to leave the Jeep Wrangler family after years of loyalty. Been driving one since 1991. Now I'm old and want luxury and smooth and just refuse to pay luxury prices for a Wrangler. They priced themselves out. So here's my question; Toyota has a reputation of lasting forever. I'm torn between the Land Cruiser and Lexus. Does the Lexus have the same reputation for longevity as Toyota?

[@kittyonfire00]

I like getting the key from my pocket to drive my vehicle. Less to worry about being stolen from a parking lot.

[@Neydinho]

is the overtrail a worse off roader or the worse on roader? whats the diffrence

[@mikewachira5325]

The LX570 is so slept on. In Africa it's a Long Lasting Monster

[@rarvizu2]

Gloss black is fine… it’s FINE!

[@chuckderuyter]

GX550 all the way.

[@wally6193]

One review I read(Josh's Japanese cars or something like that) said it was very rollie pollie when driving - not very stable in cornering too. Doesn't sound like great handling on the streets to me.

[@paulbugoni2846]

Soft suspension with no KDSS.

[@JB50713]

Damn I like the look of that.

[@Beanercounter]

I’m surprised with Yuri’s bad back that he didn’t test out the massage seats. I know they’re buried in the screen but I wanted to know how good they are since the seats are missing up and down lumbar.

[@lizards821]

Oh man, I need this thing. Hopefully I can pick one up in a few years.

[@phillip3273]

Hope y'all enjoyed Charlotte and brought back enough Bojangles biscuits to open a franchise in the GTA! 😉

[@bjsimon802]

i saw one, and it looked awesome

[@DailyDriver.]

I think it’s the same engine as the tundra guys

[@GenghisKhan22]

Im going to get one but after the hype cools down, Im seeing the base models going for 45k above the “Build your own” price

[@2URLex]

Good thing Lexus specially developed the tires with Toyo specifically for the 550. I’ve yet to see anyone bring Conti’s A/T offroad

[@chibbyylol]

they're 'oe' speced ones so won't be as good as the ones you can buy but still great nonetheless

[@ChrisDriven]

I know someone who would love this 😌 it looks good

[@cambamfam8165]

Im 23 and just bought the 2018 Lexus LC 500 and love it and will drive Lexus forever ! I’m now deciding for the future when I need a second more practical car whether I want the RX 500h F sport or the GX 550 love them both Lexus knocked it out the park !

[@M2161]

The UAE is gonna stock up on these for sure

[@SetUSMC]

First time seeing your channel, subbed. You said to mention if my car got stolen. Yes! 5 days ago, my TRX stolen out of my driveway in So California, GPS showed it on ship 12 hours later. So I'm looking at this GX 550 0T plus to replace it. Not trying to have another TRX get taken 😢

[@TheStraightPipes]

Welcome to the channel sorry about your TRX

[@billyhughes9776]

I would love to own this one -- alas -- I will have to keep my 4Runner which I do love and is more importantly paid off. "78% increase in violent carjacks since 2021". WTH is happening up there boyz?

[@MMOchAForPrez]

The 3.4 liter was in the LS too, was it not? Guess what had problems before the new Tundra 🙃 That's right, the LS had main bearing problems first. Suspiciously similar to the Tundra engines.

[@bigdlife86]

It’s the same engine and they’re all 3.4, just a mix up here. Only GX difference is smaller turbos for more low end torque and less peaky power overall. Everyone mixes up the 3.4 vs 3.5, but it’s only a 3.4x and same long block in all variations.

[@MMOchAForPrez]

@@bigdlife86 I thought so. It's a 3.45 liter engine and both company's marketing can't decide to round up or down.

[@bigdlife86]

@@MMOchAForPrez Correct, and then reviewers explain it wrong either way. Happens.

[@PuddleNutzz]

I had to stop half way through and come to the comments. Before the video loaded I said they will compare this to the land cruiser, 1 will pick that 1 will pick this. The gx550 is better in nearly every aspect minus price and fuel economy

[@Coldax-w4H]

Coming to a mall near you!

[@MiggyMndza]

Forgiven Jakub here, like the points present here and agreed with them all. I would also get this version if I were to buy one. (Forgiven, bc I did find it BS how the Corolla Cross was better than an E**** Cross apart from the name lol)

[@bobpleau]

You could talk more about the towing features like what the hitch & tow vehicle plug-in are like (there's a big black cover over what I assume is the hitch apparatus), brake gain control and the upper limits of the tongue weight at the hitch. Also, the suspension options across the line of GX 550's and which would be best for towing. Thx!

[@rob_nice1]

My favorite SUV right now

[@ruimanuelcarvalho3432]

Lexus all day everyday and twice on Sundays

[@dansmagicalcreations2162]

Yuri “it’s nice” as he holds on to dear life through cliche corner

[@ckchevrier3]

Now do another video taking it off-road that's where this Overtrail really shines.

[@stevens.7654]

How often will owners take this off road? All the off road equipment but the majority will be driven in urban areas. Step down to the base land cruiser if you want to off road.

[@ckchevrier3]

@@stevens.7654 Irrelevant, their job as auto journalists is to test all claims/capabilities of a vehicle. I for one will be taking it down some rough roads in Costa Rica and I'm sure I'm not the only one in the world that'll do the same in different places and situations. The land cruiser is more cheaply built so I'll pass on that especially when you consider the price difference between them.

[@yesmikedanger]

Maaaaaan I’ll take the GX all day!

[@Timaf1000]

Just remember, a new turbo(come with manifold) is :$6k+ ($12k because of twin turbo) And a new motor is $32k. Trust me when owner will know that, all of those turbo’s Toyota will depreciate like a rock

[@D0praise]

I like this. Tough call between this or the new J250

[@faisaladi4822]

2nd lexus I actually want after LFA

[@jambear7862]

This all blacked out and LFA in yellow ultimate lexus garage

[@romeolopez757]

Im still skeptical buying after got problem with my Tacoma being recalled….just waiting for a couple of months before deciding buying one!….as the price shoots up I don’t know yet considering one….

[@roadtriprohan]

This is the Real Land Cruiser

[@wolfprowler]

My wife's Rubi 4xe is on that hot list...but we park in a Canada Customs yard for 5 days straight each week lol So silly. We are certainly being hosed in Ontario :(

[@jamesmichuki5804]

Am in crazy love with dis machine, waooooooooohhh its just wonderful!!

[@GrimReap3rBF]

one video without yuri mentioning his cars challenge(impossible)

[@stevelouie5928]

They should adopt the bmw i drive rotary knob. Makes the most sense.