Boxy is back. And, surprise, it’s Lexus leading the charge with the all-new 2025 Lexus GX. Not only is it the best-looking Lexus SUV of the past decade, it’s one of the most capable, too.
The bold redesign confirms that Lexus has been reading the room when it comes to luxury 4x4s for both off-road enthusiasts and consumers at large. Lexus embraced a rugged yet modern aesthetic that’s normally been left to the aftermarket in the past. And by doing so, the GX has realized its full potential. It’s the Lexus non-Lexus people want.
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Lexus GX550
Specs
| Power | 349 horsepower, 479 lb-ft of torque |
| Towing Capacity | 9,096 pounds |
| Coolest Feature | Available E-KDSS suspension to allow for extreme articulation |
In our hands-on testing, we called the GX550 “boxy, brilliant, and badass,” and as 2024 has worn on, we’ve grown decisively confident in our assessment: the GX550 is a superlative SUV.
Built on a platform shared with the new Toyota Land Cruiser, the 2025 GX’s muscular exterior and semi-squared-off body lines are reminiscent of the coveted 1990s FJ80 Land Cruiser. Lexus has tastefully reimagined its polarizing spindle grill into a rugged version that works handsomely on the new GX.
Advanced technologies like adaptive suspension, multi-terrain select and crawl control ensure performance across diverse driving conditions, allowing the GX to encroach on territory long held by Land Rover.
Particularly noteworthy is the potent twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 engine, which replaces the long-running V8 and delivers a much-welcomed punchier feel to the platform.
