The Newly-Revealed 2024 Lexus GX Looks Like A Serious SUV

The new Lexus GX is a completely fresh model from the ground up with an all-new look and more off-roading credentials to its name

The third-generation of the Lexus GX has been globally premiered. This is its most significant update till date, and the previous generational update was introduced over a decade ago. This luxury off-road capable SUV is set to go on sale across international markets towards the end of 2023. Here are five things you need to know about the all-new Lexus GX: 

Looks Like A Tank

The new GX is based on the new GA-F platform, which is shared with the Lexus LX. It looks nothing like its predecessors and adopts a block-ish design that looks like something that Dwayne Johnson would drive through walls in the next Fast and Furious movie. The curvy nature of the previous generation is replaced by a meaner, more aggressive looking sharp silhouette and looks more butch than it ever has. 

The grille now seems a lot more palatable while still being in-your-face with its tall stance. Its wheel arches are more prominent than its predecessor, thanks to the chunky cladding all around, and can be filled with wheels ranging in size from 18- to 22-inches. The strong shoulder line flows through the entire body and the lines casually integrate into the bonnet. One quirky detail is the upward kink in the window line. 

The boxy SUV trait continues at the back with an upright boot design and crisp geometrical proportions. A touch of modernity can be seen with the connected LED tail lights. The GX truly gives you that off-roader vibes with a neo-retro appeal. 

Premium And Luxury From The Inside

The cabin of the new Lexus GX has a very different design approach to the badass styling on the outside. Its interior looks very luxurious and premium like one would expect from a Lexus, but still gives out utilitarian vibes. It has a single-pane sunroof and grab-handles on the A- and B-pillars on each side.

Occupying the centre stage is a massive 14-inch touchscreen system and the 12.3-inch digital driver’s display is integrated into the same panel. The tall heighted dashboard gives you the feeling of a giant SUV. Even though the climate controls are operated via the touchscreen, it has physical dials integrated for the dual-zone temperature adjustment.

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It’s Got A V6!

The new GX continues to be a body-on-frame SUV that is powered by a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine, which comes mated to a 10-speed automatic gearbox. Also on offer is a 2.4-litre turbocharged hybrid engine, which will be good for the fuel efficiency. It is the first ladder-on-frame Lexus to use a hybrid system. Both powertrains come with 4WD.

Off-Road Monster

Aiding its off-road credentials is a full-time 4WD with low-range gearbox and multi-terrain select mode. The controls for which are housed in the centre console, ahead of the drive selector, with switches to lock the differentials. It’s also the first Lexus to get E-KDSS, which provides compatibility between off-road and on-road driving. There are special seats which minimize the head toss while driving off the road. Lastly, the driving performance is improved by all-terrain tires.. 

Lexus will also be offering two hardcore off-road variants - OVERTRAIL and OVERTRAIL+. Both of them get several modifications to make it more capable. 

Expected Price And India Launch Details

Lexus is expected to bring the new GX to India sometime in 2024, after the global launch. The GX sits between the RX and LX in the Lexus SUV range and has never been offered in India. It’s expected to be priced around Rs 2 crore (ex-showroom).