2025 Lexus LX

Large, luxurious, and with a new hybrid variant available, the Lexus LX is a truly premium family vehicle. Two- or three-row seating for up to seven passengers, the latest technology, and genuine off-road capability put the LX in good stead, competing against some of the best SUVs in the world, including the Land Rover Range Rover, BMW X7, and Mercedes-Benz GLS. For 2025, the LX gets even safer and offers new upgrade paths to greater off-road ability.

We’ve spent hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of full-size luxury SUVs, including the Lexus LX.

The LX 600 gets minor updates for 2025, but the headline changes are the all-new LX 700h hybrid variant and the addition of the Overtrail grade to the lineup. The LX 700h gets a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 engine and a hybrid assist system that not only cranks up the horsepower but also improves efficiency. The new Overtrail grade is available on both LX 600 and LX 700h and includes aesthetic enhancements and off-roading upgrades like front and rear locking differentials, a 2,400-watt AC inverter, 33-inch tires, a front skid plate, and more.

Starting out just below $110,000, the 2025 Lexus LX range is priced well into the luxury full-size segment. That starting price is notably higher than the likes of the Cadillac Escalade or Lincoln Navigator, though those truck-based SUVs are larger and less refined. More competitive alternatives like the BMW X7 and Mercedes-Benz GLS offer cheaper base trims but are otherwise priced competitively to the LX. Perhaps the most direct competitor is the Land Rover Range Rover, which starts at about $110,000 and offers excellent luxury features and off-roading capability, as well as abundant passenger space.

Before buying a new Lexus LX SUV, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Pricing to see what you should be paying. The Lexus LX has excellent resale value, sitting near the top of its segment. The more money you recoup when you sell your car, the more you’ll have for the down payment on the next one, reducing your monthly payment or increasing your purchasing power.

For 2025, the Lexus LX 600 is joined by the new LX 700h hybrid. The LX 600 is no slouch, to be sure, with 409 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque on tap to drive all four wheels through the full-time 4-wheel drive (4WD) system. Strong acceleration and smooth shifts from the 10-speed automatic transmission help the large and luxurious LX feel athletic despite its mass.

The new LX 700h takes everything up a notch, boosting output to 457 hp and a substantial 583 lb-ft of torque. Despite the extra pep, the LX 700h is a bit more efficient than the LX 600 thanks to the hybrid system.

New for 2025 is the Overtrail grade, which adds significant off-roading equipment upgrades and hardware. For now, it’s only available on the LX 700h, but the LX 600 does have the option of the F Sport Handling package, which upgrades the suspension tuning and electronics and enhances the aesthetics for a more sporty vibe.

In our time behind the wheel of the LX, we’ve found it to be comfortable to the point of being ponderous, at least on-road and in the non-Sport or Sport+ modes. The stiffer suspension settings help the LX feel more composed, and the F Sport Handling treatment puts the LX closer to a German luxury SUV feel.

Off-road, however, the LX’s compliant suspension and standard 4-wheel-drive system combine with the excellent engine and electronic controls to make a capable, easy-going vehicle. We expect the new Overtrail enhancements on the LX 700h to take the LX’s off-road capability even further.

Fuel Economy

The Lexus LX is a large, capable, luxurious SUV, so fuel economy isn’t exactly a top priority, and that shows in the numbers. The LX 600 gets 19 mpg combined, 17 mpg city, and 22 mpg highway. The new hybrid LX 700h improves that, but only slightly, with 20 mpg combined, 19 mpg city, and the same 22 mpg highway. The LX 700h’s improvement in around-town gas mileage comes even though the hybrid drivetrain is substantially more powerful than the gas-only model.

Compared to rivals, the LX’s roughly 20-mpg combined rating is on par with the BMW X7, which rates 18 to 22 mpg combined depending on the trim selected, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS, which rates 16-21 mpg combined.

With the well-deserved reputation Lexus enjoys for making beautiful, quiet, and comfortable cabins, it’s no surprise the LX’s interior is all three. Even the base model is well-equipped and nicely fitted with high-grade materials, but the Ultra Luxury shines as the jewel of the lineup, at least as far as interior design and features go – there’s a powered ottoman in the rear, if you can believe it. Whichever trim you choose, you’ll get very comfy seats, especially up front.

The LX’s cabin is also fairly roomy, at least in the first two rows. It boasts 36.6 inches of second-row legroom, about an inch less than in the BMW X7. The Mercedes-Benz GLS, however, has 41.9 inches of second-row legroom.

The LX’s cargo space is good in 2-row form, with 46 cubic feet behind the second row, within a few cubic feet of the competition. As a 3-row SUV, however, the LX has just 11 cubic feet behind the third row. The X7, for comparison, has about 13 cubic feet, while the GLS has about 17 cubic feet.

If you’re looking for easy-to-use technology, the LX has you covered with a 7-inch climate and vehicle control screen plus a 12.3-inch infotainment screen. Wireless smartphone integration and device charging are standard equipment, as are Thematic Ambient lighting, second-row manual sunshades, and a Cool Box compartment to keep things cool while the vehicle is running.

Boxier and edgier in design than many of Lexus’ more flowing body lines, the LX nonetheless wears its styling well, especially considering its size. The overall effect is exactly as intended: Upscale luxury wrapped in a rugged, high-tech shell. The F Sport Handling trim adds a slightly more aggressive look, while the Overtrail adds to the LX’s ruggedness.

Hybrid power
Although the standard twin-turbocharged V6 is plenty powerful, the new LX 700h hybrid powertrain is even more potent, yet it’s also a bit more efficient. A win-win for those who like power.

Lexus Safety System 3.0+
Even more advanced safety tech is standard for 2025, including dynamic radar cruise control, lane-keeping and lane-departure assist, road sign assist, smart high-beams, pre-collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, and more.

Lexus Interface infotainment
The Lexus Interface infotainment system is a joy to use, thanks to its bright, easy-to-read screen and responsive system. It also features wireless smartphone integration and can be upgraded to an impressive 25-speaker Mark Levison audio system.

Ultra Luxury
This range-topping trim comes with a hefty price tag, but it also delivers on what you pay for, with interior quality and features to rival any of the alternatives. Semi-aniline leather, diamond stitching, heated/ventilated/reclining rear seats, a power ottoman, and much more are available.

Overtrail
An all-new grade for the LX, this one is only available on the LX 700h (at least for now). It adds a healthy dose of off-road ability through specialized equipment, but also makes the look a bit more rugged. Among the upgrades: front and rear electronically locking differentials, a skid plate, and 33-inch all-terrain tires on 18-inch wheels.

F-Sport Handling
All LX models come with an electronically locking center differential, but the F-Sport Handling grade also gets a limited-slip rear differential, which adds to the model’s engaged, dynamic feel and helps make the most out of the suspension upgrades. We also like the look of the F-Sport Handling’s unique dark gray metallic 22-inch wheels.

The 2025 Lexus LX has two powertrains available. The LX 600 uses a 3.4-liter turbocharged V6 engine rated at 409 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. The LX 700h uses a version of the same V6 but adds a hybrid system for a total output of 457 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque. Both versions feature full-time 4-wheel drive, an electronically locking center differential, and a 10-speed automatic transmission.

4-Year/50,000-Mile Warranty

The Lexus LX has a 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty and a 6-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty, which is somewhat better coverage than most of its luxury competitors’ offerings.

Safety

The Lexus LX hasn’t been crash-tested by either the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), but it includes lots of standard safety features. The Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 safety tech suite bundles pedestrian-detection and avoidance systems, emergency steering assist, dynamic radar cruise control, lane-keep assist, road sign assist, automatic high beams, and more.