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The Lexus GX is a mid-to-large luxury rugged SUV positioned between the LX and RX within the Lexus line-up. In China, the vehicle is fully imported and marketed by Lexus China. On 1 December 2025, the updated (2025/2026 model year) Lexus GX was officially launched, offering a total of four variants.
Positioned as a mid-to-large luxury rugged SUV, the GX’s core appeal lies in seamlessly combining Lexus's signature luxury refinement with formidable off-road prowess. Built on the GA-F platform under Toyota’s TNGA architecture, it features a body-on-frame ladder chassis, making it one of the most hardcore 4x4s in the Lexus stable.
The new GX is available in four trim variants with prices ranging from RM778,000 to RM899,800. The variant line-up and pricing are as follows: Xianfeng Edition at RM778,000, OVERTRAIL Yuanfeng PRO Edition at RM809,800, OVERTRAIL Yuanfeng MAX Edition at RM829,800, and Lingfeng ULTRA Edition at RM899,800. The new SUV offers a choice of 8 exterior colours.
The exterior styling of the GX carries forward the Lexus family’s "rugged luxury" design ethos, featuring a bold, upright, and boxy silhouette with well-defined lines. The front fascia is dominated by the signature spindle grille, detailed with darkened honeycomb mesh or horizontal slats, complemented by sharp "triple-beam" LED headlamps to deliver an aggressive, X-shaped visual stance.
In terms of dimensions, the GX measures 4,960 mm (4,970 mm for select variants) in length, 1,980 mm (2,000 mm for select variants) in width, and 1,925 mm (1,935 mm for select variants) in height, with a wheelbase of 2,850 mm. The side profile features a straight roofline and a floating roof design, paired with flared black wheel arch mouldings and sculpted door panels for a commanding, muscular look. The OVERTRAIL Yuanfeng editions further gain exclusive darkened wheel arches and all-terrain tyres. At the rear, it features a full-width LED light bar, alongside an independently openable rear windscreen glass for convenient access to the boot.
Inside, the cabin adopts a clearly layered T-shaped dashboard architecture. Premium soft-touch materials are generously applied throughout, with a selection of seat upholstery options including semi-aniline premium leather. Higher-spec variants also feature 64-colour ambient lighting and a Mark Levinson premium sound system, delivering an immersive, high-end audiovisual experience.
Across the entire line-up, the new Lexus GX is powered by a petrol-electric hybrid system pairing a 2.4-litre turbocharged engine with an electric motor. The 2.4T engine produces a maximum output of 207 kW (282 hp) and a peak torque of 430 Nm, while the front electric motor delivers 40 kW (around 54 hp) and 250 Nm. Combined system output stands at 243 kW. Power is channelled through an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Performance-wise, the SUV completes the 0-100 km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds, with a top speed of 175 km/h. Combined fuel consumption under the WLTC cycle is rated at 10.36 L/100 km. The hybrid battery is backed by a 10-year or 250,000-km warranty, while the standard vehicle warranty covers 6 years or 100,000 km.
Notably, while overseas markets receive 3.4T or 3.5T V6 powertrain options, the domestic market in China adopts the 2.4T hybrid setup exclusively across the range.
The GX is underpinned by the GA-F ladder-frame platform. The suspension setup comprises a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a rigid live axle non-independent rear suspension. A full-time 4WD system featuring a Torsen centre differential comes standard across all variants, with higher-spec models adding an electronic rear differential lock.
The OVERTRAIL Yuanfeng variants come equipped with the Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS). This system automatically adjusts the engagement of the front and rear stabiliser bars according to real-time road conditions and drive modes, thereby maximising wheel articulation to enhance off-road capability and on-road stability. Ground clearance on the new GX has been raised by 2.54 cm over its predecessor, offering maximum approach and departure angles of 26° and 23° respectively.
Inside the cockpit, the GX is equipped with a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster and a 14-inch floating central touchscreen infotainment display. The multimedia system integrates Cloud Navi, an intelligent voice assistant, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.
In terms of convenience features, the new GX adds an electrically adjustable steering column with memory, alongside upgraded memory functions for the driver’s seat and wing mirrors. The cabin deliberately retains a comprehensive array of physical buttons and dials, allowing for effortless tactile operation across bumpy off-road tracks. Top-spec variants feature heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats. For audio, higher-spec models are treated to a 21-speaker Mark Levinson premium sound system. The SUV is offered in both 5-seater and 6-seater cabin layouts.
On the safety front, the new Lexus GX comes standard across the range with the latest Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+ 3.0) suite. Incorporating 5 cameras, 8 ultrasonic sensors, and 3 millimetre-wave radars, the system provides Level 2 semi-autonomous driving assistance. Key features include the Pre-Collision Safety System (with pedestrian detection), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Road Sign Assist. In addition, parking aids such as a 360-degree panoramic camera and a transparent underfloor chassis view are also equipped.
The Lexus GX has recorded contrasting market performances worldwide. In North America, the SUV has enjoyed robust demand—registering 28,244 units sold in the first three quarters of 2025, an increase of 35.7% year-on-year. In China, however, with a starting price close to RM800,000, market reception has been more subdued, with monthly sales long lingering between 100 and 300-plus units.
Industry analysts attribute the GX’s challenges in China to several factors: offering solely a 2.4T four-cylinder hybrid powertrain while segment rivals mostly feature larger-displacement six-cylinder engines; carrying a higher price tag than segment competitors like the Mercedes-Benz GLE and BMW X5, and even commanding more than Lexus's own flagship LS sedan; and facing fierce competition from homegrown premium NEV off-roaders such as the Yangwang U8 and Tank 700 Hi4-T. Nevertheless, armed with a robust ladder-frame chassis, Torsen centre differential, E-KDSS suspension, and Lexus’s proven craftsmanship and rock-solid reliability, the GX continues to hold a distinct and respected niche in the luxury rugged 4x4 segment.
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