Worth $84,000?? -- The 2024 Lexus GX 550 Luxury+ is the MOST Luxurious GX Ever!

Here's our Full Review of the 2024 Lexus GX 550 Luxury Plus!
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Lexus has completely redesigned their iconic boxy GX to be more tough and capable than ever! But, is this range-topping, Luxury+ trim level the ultimate GX to buy? Or should you buy the new competition: the Toyota Land Cruiser, Mercedes G-Class or Land Rover Defender? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Intro
1:40 Detailed Exterior Walkaround
6:17 Interior Design & Technology
14:23 Rear Seats & Cargo
20:19 Test Drive & Impressions
25:53 Sound Level Reading (dB)
28:14 Air Ball & Slam Dunk
33:17 Pricing
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[@CarConfections]

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[@rayyseason]

I saw a comment saying that you guys should downplay the sound level reading part. I couldn’t disagree more. I solely come here to watch that section and you guys are probably the only ones with a dedicated section on that. So please keep it up!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much! The Sound Level Reader stays with us🫡

[@new2000car]

Yes the comment to downplay the sound level reading came from a competitor no doubt.

[@Jordan_3is]

Amazing review as always!! I can’t wait to see one in person been waiting so long . Curious how the overtrial model wheels look in person

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent review!!!

[@nickabbatiello828]

Great video of the all new 2024 Lexus GX!! Great job guys!! Keep up the great work!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! 👍

[@Slimeydodles]

wow great review 😊

[@modernsoccer1860]

Great review, getting a honda pilot after watching this 😂. The expensive for me, the 30k difference

[@JosuePineda478]

So cool y’all are the best people at cars! ❤

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much!

[@thebig12conference73]

I love your review yes the Lexus GX 550 Over trail + is close to $80000 but I don’t care , I want one

[@Marouxlas]

Great review. A few suggestions.1. Consider downplaying the exclusive sound test, others do it as well. As your channel is maturing now your other works speaks for itself. 2. Measure the width distance between the wheels inside the trunk as that typically dictates how wide an item can be. 3. A few key summary graphics/ stats could elevate your reviews. Keep up the good work!

[@user-rw7xd7qy3j]

Yes AND measure the loading height. NO ONE else does this

[@jcarlos9079]

What color is your buga'i?!?

[@rayyseason]

Absolutely disagree on your sound level testing comment. They are probably the only ones who have a dedicated section on that. And sorry if it surprises you but most of the times i fast forward to their Sound Level Reading section only.

[@globyboulga1045]

Finally a nice front-end. Love the look.

[@dr3amboy3657]

I love the panoramic roof but the mpg is dismal. When is the Whole Foods and Costco powertrain ala hybrid coming? Will it be the TX plugin hybrid one too? I’m hoping for the plugin as I don’t need the twin turbo v6; good to offer different powertrains for different people. 90% of the use cases will be fine with the TX hybrid engine.

[@mluckynikko77]

I like and appreciate that you do those sound readings. Important to know if you’re going to spend a lot of time in a luxury vehicle.

[@ronturitto3934]

Do you know where the toggle off switch for the start/stop feature is?

[@darriontunstall3708]

It’s very nice!!!!

[@chuckbechara7472]

great work onthe review always like your thoroughness. oh and there is no re in differential.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you!

[@duckdogusa]

What are your thoughts on overall ride quality on paved roads when comparing the OT+ and Luxury? Also, any thoughts on overall value between these two being the same MSRP?

[@dannyo.7119]

Beautiful SUV

[@dinu6692]

It would be nice to add the final thoughts/summary at the end of the video and compare it with other vehicles in the same category.

[@MercOne]

I gotta see it in person. Too much Land Rover envy in the design, but I still need to see it. No matter what though, it will sell like hotcakes. While waiting for service one of the salesmen at my dealer said they have 100 people on the list so far. If every dealer has that or more.........BOOM. They have a major hit.

[@randomcarstuff1.0]

nice interior

[@timesupgr.8471]

Thinking about replacing my Palisade right now. I’ve tested an infinity and Honda but haven’t found anything that I like more than the Palisade, so I’ll probably get a new one

[@munkydotorg]

Wanted to comment on the ride quality since getting to drive one (well ride in one, wife drove) today. It was a premium without the adaptive suspension. It rode firmer and more truck like than I was expecting. I was okay with that, but my wife complained about that a bit (was probably her biggest nit pick on it). For comparison, I drive a 2023 F150 Platinum Powerboost FX4, which rides a lot smoother and less truck like. So that did surprise me. Would have been nice to drive an Overtrail, wondering if the adaptive suspension + additional sidewall would soften it up a bit. But will say I quite enjoyed it, seemed to have plenty of power, quiet enough to still be a Lexus, interior was muted but solid feeling.

[@artstech]

So with these new integrated controls on the screen, will I still be able to use my climate or any other functions if the screen fails in 10-12 years? Will there be replacement parts in 12 years or will Lexus tell me the system is obsolete even though the vehicle is still functional?

[@CarConfections]

That is unfortunately too early to be seen now… time will tell

[@johnielnelmidatablang2930]

Hoping to have one of this Lexus GX 550🙏

[@PhiCongDoan7587]

Is it bigger than the LX570? I'm thinking of downgrading to the GX550. Was a previous owner of the GX460.

[@CarConfections]

Depending on a 2/3 row configuration, the GX is smaller in some measure and larger than the LX in others! We would suggest you look at the exact version you’d want to see how the numbers stack up

[@amangeldijumanaliev877]

Does this GX or the TX have a smoother/softer ride quality?

[@CarConfections]

TX, as it’s dedicated for more family purposes

[@shooter8364]

Yup great vehicle, EXCEPT YOU CANT DIND ONE TO BUY!!!!!!

[@MrDefeater94]

The cool box is a no-brainer if you live in a hot climate. All these Toyota/Nissan SUVs come with a cool box as standard in Dubai and even the GM SUVs offer that as standard

[@demetriusdarnellwrenn7257]

Nice!!!

[@costaricasurf66]

5 steps just to turn massage on not including adjusting it is excessive.

[@MikeeRogers]

That rear wiper is almost a deal breaker for me. What were they thinking by not hiding it under the rear hood spoiler!?

[@CMCNestT]

What happened to depreciation and reliability portion?

[@CarConfections]

We are phasing it into our new videos, we film at varying times

[@Unknownuser0515]

17mpg is just too bad...i will wait until adaptive suspension or air sus on lower trims + hybrid model

[@ivankorth4458]

Love all the new tech but I’ll keep my 23 GX , the new one is too rugged looking for my taste , not that’s it’s bad

[@brandonyen7837]

I never like the power rear seats it’s too slow by the time the fold down a car hi jack already in the driver seat 😅

[@brandonyen7837]

Why don’t they just build a car that go from home to work and back home with affordable prices ? But every cars now are going up to the roof 😮

[@ItsssMarkus]

Ayeee Team Lexus

[@mingorich]

$84k….. no no no

[@kennytran4138]

Adding taxes, processing fees of all kind, this Lux is reaching 6 figures easily.

[@danielmiller9012]

@@kennytran4138 No it's not dork

[@PapaShongo25]

A lot of plastic for an 85k luxury suv

[@rickyzee8594]

Why would a car company not make something that - is a comfortable ride like a benz - looks like this lexux gx 550 - has panoramic moonroof - fast enough that it can do 0-60 in ~5 seconds (6-cyl engine, with 350-400hp and 400-500 torque) but not porsche fast - nice speaker system (20 speakers) - not a crazy price of ~$100k ideally, it's hybrid without that jolt of shifting between the two powertrains (again like a BMW X50e)

[@jorgedeaguinaga2632]

I feel the next generation 4runner is going to be similar to this. Just cheaper. And while Lexus is supposed to be the luxury end of toyota, I do feel 84k is overpriced for compared to what the Hyundai 2024 Santa fe did with just 38k. They made it look like a 80-100k luxury car interior. They're getting too comfortable. and for those that say "lexus doesn't depreciate as much" please. Might not much but please do the math. 30% in 5 years. vs 50% with a 38k car would be 25k loss vs 19k loss with the cheaper vehicle. Not considering the MPG. And most people don't even go off road with an 84k car. I'll use my old truck.

[@talalaldossary2656]

When it will be available for sale ?

[@CarConfections]

Sources say they have started hitting the US ports, so they should be on lots soon!

[@LovelyLA100]

They’re on the lots and selling over the last 2 weeks!!! I’ve seen about 5 thus far. Saw 2 yesterday on a lot.

[@M.NiCE206]

Hits and Misses Hits: -Great looking exterior, especially hood and grill (extra mean!) -Great visibility with the low dashboard and window belt line. -Physical buttons present, rather than capacitive. Large panoramic sunroof -Massage function (possibly worthwhile?). -Drop down running boards are nice. -All the damn speakers! (hopefully create and awesome sound experience) Misses: -Mpg is absolutely terrible and I doubt the hybrid will be a significant improvement. -The addition of rear seats is dumb if it's going to be that uncomfortable to get to or sit in and especially if it means sacrificing 98% of storage space and prevents the middle seats from optional adjustment. -Panoramic sunroof is cool but should retract. -Rear wiper should've been tucked into the top of the window. -The voice assistant seems painfully slow (not shown here). -Considering none of the trims have air suspension I think all models should have the KDSS Suspension system. -Cool box too small to be more useful than extra space. -Massage functionally should be included in the rear row given the coat of the luxury model. -Fake engine noises are always lame. A lot of (mostly small) complaints but if the hybrid version addresses the poor MPG I may actually consider. Any additional fixes would be great but that's my main issue.

[@ihunt65]

Lexus quality is going down with these new generation cars. Those seats look like they came out of my 2013 Avalon.

[@cme982]

Glad I wasn't the only one who noticed this! Spot on.

[@marioallen6380]

@@cme982Maybe they’ll see this!

[@thejcs04]

At about the 3:15 mark, did anyone else notice how the D-pillar flexes as the door closes? Yikes.

[@inquisitor4635]

Twin turbo will need to remove the engine carbon deposits at around 50,000 kilometers.

[@marioallen6380]

A few new bells but, luxury on a serious budget.

[@GermanGreetings]

Worth ? Sure. Character ? That`s about taste...

[@matthewreddick9334]

Is the hybrid dead?

[@CarConfections]

They are introducing it later on, most likely 2025

[@silv0705]

Different trim same review. We need to see it in action off road or some type of challenge. If I am spending 84k+ would be cool to see its limits.

[@CarConfections]

Unfortunately, we couldn’t control the conditions of the press event, and the weather kept us from fully off-roading. We hope to do more in the future

[@nikescream]

One more detail to add to your reviews that no one else does is step-in height.

[@CarConfections]

Noted! Thanks for the tip!

[@tinhinnh]

same as base price of the last LC

[@Quinton0520]

Its nice on the exterior, but Its not worth $80k for that interior. The interior looks like something out of 2017! Also 17mpg combined isnt great! Hell some tahoes get 20. This is an overpriced toyota land cruiser!

[@noniespam]

true on the Tahoe getting 20 plus, my son ownes one and has gotten as much as 25 MPG on the highway but he has made a few trips back to the dealer for repairs.. Tranny, injectors and some drive train issues along with some interior rattles and a minor electrical issue. Good thing it’s still under warranty, and of course he maybe purchased a Friday build vehicle. I told him to seriously think about dumping it about the time his warranty is up. So I’m thinking with the Lexus vehicle you’re also paying for some reliability which to me means a lot. Everybody has to make their own choice.

[@bbbt8090]

Yep, the interior looks like a highlander. I expected a interior as nice or close to a LC500

[@munkydotorg]

Gas mileage wise, you are comparing a non full time 4wd to a full time 4wd system, which probably has the biggest influence. From a reliability standpoint I would take the GX over the Tahoe any day of the week. We got a chance to drive a new GX today, the interior was very nice.

[@bggees]

I agree 100 percent. Would rather go all in with the LX 600 if touching 80k plus neighborhood. It’s definitely not worth the 84k. 67k, yes

[@noniespam]

What is scaring me off is the issues their having with the V35A-FTS engine. Doesn’t look good check it out.

[@Arid379]

Nobody has a $84,000 truck

[@icare7151]

Rather get a GMC Yukon Ultra Denali with air suspension and I6 diesel. Superior fuel economy, off road capability and overall value.

[@CU08]

No, it's not worth it. A "base" Overtrail with sunroof delete is the sweet spot for this vehicle.

[@gabriellegutzwiller8144]

I like the outside a lot. I’m disappointed with the inside. When I hear the word luxury. I expect the inside to mirror image that. It’s so plain on the inside. I really wish they would have pulled the leather seat colors into the dashboard. The fuel is low. I’m going between this or a BMW X5

[@CarConfections]

If you want on road comfort and luxury primarily, the BMW will be the better choice. But if you want the extra off-road abilities, the GX is definitely the winner

[@papagen00]

interesting review. however i will not buy another Lexus product. New Lincoln products look way better.

[@jonathanratliff4780]

Yeah it’s ALL about looks only 🙄😂😂

[@davidheaton6206]

The luxury trim needs to be color, match the entire way. No one’s taking the luxury version off road no need for black plastic.

[@davidheaton6206]

One of my big gripes for the grand Highlander as well. Really, only the over trail needs scratch resistant and trail, ready fender, flares/bumpers, etc.

[@user-xs1ef1tr8h]

Very poor fuel economy.

[@mwsr2521]

Lol. No prado is worth 84k. Its a fancy 4runner thatvshould top out at 60k like the gx460

[@michaelhanson8918]

Lol...perfect for pharma pick up...80K for offroad😅

[@whereistheaccountability7353]

The more I look at GX550 reviews, the more disappointed I become with the GX. For this price, this vehicle is severely lacking in luxury as a Luxury Plus trim. I will test drive and see for myself but it's hard to be impressed with the lack of luxury in the cabin.

[@RupakShakur]

Did you test drive one?

[@user-sn1xf7vj1r]

Этот автомобиль вседорожник! Не для поездок в супермаркет!😊👋

[@southbeach09]

Not worth the price tag. The interior literally looks like it's from a $30,000 Toyota SUV.

[@sunchaser999]

Maybe not but the overtrail may be.

[@sfdocster]

Toyota doesn’t have a $30,000 SUV…

[@southbeach09]

@@sunchaser999 The interior is the same on all trims.

[@southbeach09]

RAV4 is a $30k SUV but you have idiots willing to pay $50k for it.

[@Musicfillsyoursoul-1997]

Love the SUV just not the rims lol

[@rzero21]

No night drive? I wouldn't consider this a Full Review. A full Review must involve the operation of the vehicle at night as well. We don't drive cars just in daylight.

[@CarConfections]

This was a press event, where we cannot control the time we spend with the car. We intend to do a night review once we get one in KY

[@yanks7533]

Honestly, for 84k I'd take a loaded tahoe or yukon or telluride or Palisade over that, interior is yuck, not luxury, and priced like bigger cars....this s no different than the land cruiser imo.

[@dredawg679]

I agree put going get caught up on a name tho

[@getinthespace7715]

Nah. I'm going to wait a few years and pickup a nice lease return deprecated over 40% for about the same price as a used 4 runner.

[@icare7151]

The missing GX460 air suspension is a no purchase with the overpriced GX550.

[@rickyzee8594]

After all that wait ... it's a nothing burger. Thanks for the review

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@Jaycarr007]

Does the screen blink like that in real life? Or is it steady? I was going to grab this, but if the light always blinks, that's out.

[@abdulhamma6657]

That engine ain’t it. Neighbor with the new Tundra had to have the heads replaced with 14,000 miles 🙏🏼.

[@mo9749]

Mine is running strong with no issues in my LS 115k , thundra made In the us, GX/LS/LX made in Japan.

[@mrcredo472]

Chip not for 84

[@SuperMassman]

$84k WTF 😒

[@aarsenalfan]

It's 30K OVERPRICED 👎

[@adriank2959]

Perhaps its just you dont know how to make money...84k is nothing....

[@aarsenalfan]

@@adriank2959 PERHAPS, I DON'T LIVE IN LALA-LAND, 99% OF PEOPLE CAN'T AFFORD IT.

[@maribogukun]

Wth is this interior!?!? Design is boring and not much different from land cruiser

[@Rolexenforcer]

Beautiful car on the outside, total disappointment in the inside 😔

[@hotdeals7517]

2025 infinity QX80 is better

[@jonathanratliff4780]

How so? Specifics pla

[@hotdeals7517]

@@jonathanratliff4780 more power , more space and looking

[@jonathanratliff4780]

@@hotdeals7517 Well yes, more power the vehicle also weighs about 1000 pounds more than a GX from the ew specs I’ve seen as to more space that depends on the individual I’m just a single 63-year-old guy with one son I don’t need space and as for looks, that is in the eyes of beholder. I think the new GX looks really great for being more serious off road suv than a Infiniti Q80 will ever be

[@hotdeals7517]

@@jonathanratliff4780 you can try Toyota Land Cruiser

[@wbwynn]

And $110k

[@jesusjesus1327]

Totally not a luxurious exterior

[@randomcarstuff1.0]

1st comment

[@Ahmadabbasi65i]

sooooo expensive not worth the price

[@Car_conversati0nz]

I love the car, i hate the color

[@peterharoon6016]

This looks so plasticky , for 84 k it better look like a range rover

[@Car_conversati0nz]

It’s called INFLATION

[@new2000car]

@@Car_conversati0nzaka bidenomics.