Lexus has reinvented the GX with an all-new third-generation mannequin that brings a chunky, off-road design that matches the car’s capabilities. The GX 550 contains a new 3.4L twin-turbo V6 producing 349 horsepower & 479 lb.-ft. of torque, with a hybrid choice to comply with.
Under is the total press launch together with your complete official picture gallery.
- First-ever Overtrail grade with commonplace 33-inch All-Terrain tires and 18-inch wheels
- 3.4L twin-turbo V6 produces 349 horsepower; 479 lb.-ft. of torque
- Hybrid powertrain to return later
- Normal Lexus Security System+ 3.0 and Lexus Interface with 14-inch multimedia touchscreen
- As much as 8,000 lbs. towing capability
AUSTIN, Texas (June 8, 2023) – Elevating the adventure-ready SUV phase is just not a job taken flippantly, however the all-new 2024 Lexus GX is as much as the problem with an unparalleled mixture of chic options, offroad functionality, and the luxurious high quality for which Lexus is understood. Redesigned from the bottom up, the GX builds on its 20 years within the Sport Utility Phase… making the case for the GX to be outlined as a “Refined Utility Automobile.”
Right this moment, a brand new legend is born as Lexus unveils the all-new, utterly redesigned 2024 GX. The primary-generation GX entered the North American market in 2002 as a drive to be reckoned with within the mid-luxury SUV market. Lexus fans have praised its legendary off-road functionality and its capability to deal with tough terrains, taking prospects comfortably from errands to distant areas.
“For greater than twenty years, the GX has bridged the hole between legendary off-road functionality and splendid on a regular basis driving,” stated Dejuan Ross, group vice chairman and common supervisor, Lexus division. “The GX is a vital piece within the evolution of the Subsequent Chapter for Lexus, and with new powertrains, a formidable host of premium options, and the all-new Overtrail grade, the 2024 GX has one thing for everybody.”
The age-old saying is true: it’s concerning the journey; not the vacation spot. The all-new GX was designed to encourage prospects to pursue their urge to journey, take an unpaved path, immerse themselves in nature and revel within the pleasure of driving. As a part of that journey, GX blazes the path as the primary car to convey the worldwide Lexus “Overtrail Mission” to life. The 2024 GX builds upon the robust basis created by the outgoing era, and brings the intuitive expertise, considerate inside touches, and continued off-road prowess that Lexus friends have come to count on.
Subsequent Chapter Design
Rugged But Refined Exterior:
The all-new GX presents an unmistakably aggressive exterior design that exudes the robust, rugged persona that it has earned time and time once more. Lexus designers have been intent on expressing the off-road performance of a real body-on-frame SUV. Their guiding mild was envisioning GX prospects having fun with refined out of doors experiences, and, as such, they have been decided to design a GX that exemplifies the juxtaposition of a troublesome exterior with a relaxing, lux, and fashionable inside area.
The 2024 GX will probably be provided in six grades: Premium, Premium+, Luxurious, Luxurious+, and all-new for Lexus, Overtrail and Overtrail+.
The 2024 GX introduces a noticeable change from the earlier era with a square-body profile with a horizontal design motif. From the entrance, the all-new GX continues the Lexus spindle physique idea with an all-new daring, resolute design that additionally aids in off-roading performance. To attain the grounded, steady stance, designers created a taut physique with a large monitor and fender flares, pulling the entrance pillar base to the rear. The general width will increase by 3.74 inches (Overtrail by 4.52 inches) in comparison with the previous-generation GX. The Premium Triple Beam LED headlamps and grille opening have been raised to assist keep away from potential highway affect. LED fog and cornering lamps can be found for elevated visibility. The entrance overhang has been decreased by 0.78 inches for improved clearance. The highly effective entrance presence is led by the seamless grille and headlamp integration.
From the facet, the 2024 GX presents a strong, highly effective presence that includes a horizontally flowing physique with an elevated wheelbase of two.36 inches. The A-pillar has been pulled again for elevated visibility along with the decrease belt line and improved floor clearance. The general size of the 2024 GX is elevated by 2.75 inches. Contributing to the robust presence are the hard-to-miss 33-inch tires with 18-inch wheels on the Overtrail grades for optimum off-road efficiency. Rear tread is elevated by 3.26 inches for Premium and Luxurious grades and 4.06 inches for the Overtrail grades.
On the again, the sq., aggressive stance is sustained with the signature unified L-shaped mild bar. The up to date LEXUS brand is a continuation of the Subsequent Chapter design initially launched on the 2022 NX. And, primarily based on buyer suggestions, the all-new GX will function a normal energy rear elevate door (GX first) with a pop-out window and an accessible kick sensor for hands-free comfort.
The 2024 GX will probably be provided in 11 exterior colour choices relying on grade: Eminent White Pearl, Nebula Grey Pearl, Atomic Silver, GX-first Incognito, Caviar, Nori Inexperienced Pearl, Dusk Mica. The Overtrail and Overtrail+ grades will provide unique bi-tone exterior colour combos together with Atomic Silver/Black Roof, Incognito/Black Roof, Nori Inexperienced Pearl/Black Roof, and Lexus-first Earth/Black Roof.
Lush Inside:
The all-new GX presents prospects with the duality required of a luxurious SUV – a rugged, succesful exterior with the luxurious inside parts that assist to create a road-trip oasis. Irrespective of the size of the journey, drivers and passengers will reap the advantages of the trendy and complex inside. That includes the driver-focused cockpit design additionally seen within the all-new RX, the all-new GX displays considerate parts that enable the motive force the arrogance to concentrate on the journey forward.
A considerable enchancment on the final era mannequin is the all-new decrease, horizontal instrument panel design that carries into the sprint for a simplified entrance and passenger seat expertise, offering glorious entrance and facet visibility. It gives a clear, open area that seamlessly connects the accessible Head-Up Show (HUD) to the middle the place the usual 14-inch Multimedia Touchscreen Show with Lexus Interface expertise may be discovered. Bodily dials for often used controls similar to air con and audio quantity stay, and all accessible off-road controls are concentrated close to the gear shifter to assist reduce potential driver distraction. The 2024 GX comes commonplace with a wi-fi Apple CarPlay® Integration and Android Auto® compatibility, in addition to a digital 12.3 Multi-Data Show (MID).
With seating for as much as 7, the all-new GX incorporates considerate touches at each flip. Ergonomic measures have been applied to assist lower load and work to help driving posture by means of seat cushion, seatback bolster, and headrest enhancements. The entrance seat hip level to heel top has been prolonged 1.18 inches.
The second row is offered in two configurations: captain’s chairs or a 60:40 split-folding bench. A one-motion tumble system has been added for handy entry to the third row/baggage area. Heated and ventilated seats are commonplace within the driver and entrance passenger seats, with accessible heated second-row seats. The third row is offered in each energy and guide seat configurations. A rear seat reminder has been applied for elevated security and comfort.
The earth-tone targeted inside colour design is meant to enrich the character simply exterior the car’s doorways. The 2024 GX is offered in each a semi-aniline leather-based and NuLuxe® trimmed inside in Black, Dapple Grey, or Saddle Tan with black or darkish brown grained trim. Overtrail grades can be found in a GX-first colour mixture of Black NuLuxe® trimmed inside with Olive Ultrasuede accents or Chateau NuLuxe® trimmed inside with Olive Ultrasuede accents and black ornamentation.
Six illuminated charging ports (4 in Overtrail) can be found all through and a wi-fi charger is offered within the entrance console tray to finish the tech-focused inside. And naturally, inside space for storing has been elevated within the middle console, door pockets and as much as 12 cupholders. Baggage area for each the second and third row configurations has improved in comparison with the earlier era, holding as much as 5 suitcases with the third row folded. Two extra storage areas have been added underneath the cargo space to accommodate smaller gadgets, and a 120V AC inverter has been added for extra energy wants.
The 2024 GX comes commonplace with a 10-speaker premium encompass sound system, with accessible 21- Speaker Mark Levinson Encompass Sound. Extra choices (relying on grade) embody: Digital Key*, Cool Field, Head-Up Show, Site visitors Jam Help**, Chilly Space Bundle and Tonneau Cowl.
GA-F Platform and Suspension
The 2024 GX shares the GA-F platform launched on the current-generation LX 600. This robust and light-weight ladder body will increase physique rigidity and improved on-road dealing with, key parts of Lexus Driving Signature. A newly developed double-wishbone entrance suspension is paired with a multi-link rear suspension to attain each a excessive degree of off-road driving efficiency and on-road prowess. An accessible Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) always adjusts damping forces primarily based on altering highway circumstances. GX adopts Digital Energy Steering (EPS) enabling elevated steering really feel on and off-road.
Legendary Offroad Efficiency
The GX has been identified for its offroad prowess because the starting, and the 2024 GX isn’t any completely different. Normal Full-Time 4WD is adopted for constant responsiveness in various terrain with a Torsen® limited-slip middle differential with locking function. Overtrail grades add an digital locking rear differential. When accelerating throughout a flip, the Torsen® differential optimally distributes the driving drive in accordance with the load on the rear left and proper wheels to attain a excessive degree of managed efficiency. In straight-line driving, it responds nicely to adjustments in highway circumstances, contributing to general car stability. Switching between 4hi and 4lo is now sooner versus the earlier era on account of enhancements on the digital switch case.
Advanced Engine: 3.4-L Twin Turbo V6 and Direct Shift-10AT
The all-new GX will probably be provided in two powertrain choices to fulfill the wants of shoppers. At launch within the U.S., GX will come commonplace with a extremely succesful and environment friendly twin-turbocharged 3.4L V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automated Transmission. The dual-turbo V6 produces an improved 349 horsepower, outperforming the earlier era V8’s 301 horsepower, and torque output additionally improves to an enormous 479 lb.-ft. The dual turbochargers ship regular and constant acceleration to simply management energy supply in each on and off-road eventualities. Towing capability has elevated to eight,000 lbs. for Premium, Premium+ and Overtrail grades with the usual tow hitch.
A hybrid powertrain will probably be accessible within the U.S. at a later date.
First-Ever Lexus OVERTRAIL Grade
As expressed on the Tokyo Outside Present earlier this 12 months, Lexus has launched the first-ever “Overtrail Mission,” an initiative that intends to encourage prospects around the globe to discover nature by means of refined adventures. The aim is to incorporate extra alternatives for Lexus prospects sooner or later, together with potential merchandise, equipment, gear and experiences. The all-new Overtrail grade falls underneath the umbrella of this initiative.
Including to an already robust and rugged exterior, the Overtrail and Overtrail+ fashions add a bunch of options and specialised styling. An eye catching bi-tone exterior paint mixture is offered in Atomic Silver/Black Roof, Incognito/Black Roof, Nori Inexperienced Pearl/Black Roof, and Lexus-first Earth/Black Roof. The intention behind the colour design was to create a cohesive relationship with the outside by way of calming earth tones that mix in with nature. Overtrail grades additionally function commonplace 33-inch All-Terrain tires wrapped round 18-inch wheels, black accented overfenders and a normal aluminum skid plate.
On the within, the pure earth tones proceed with Lexus-first Chateau with Olive Ultrasuede accents and a basic Black with Olive Ultrasuede accents for an opulent contact. Overtrail+ grade will come commonplace with an unique seat design for optimum off-road consolation with accessible driver and entrance passenger therapeutic massage seats and driver energy cushion extender.
Multi-Terrain Choose (MTS), Crawl Management, Downhill Help Management (DAC), and 3D Multi-Terrain Monitor techniques are commonplace on GX Overtrail grades for optimum traction on the paths, together with an Digital-Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS) for improved wheel articulation. An digital locking rear differential is unique on OVERTRAIL for optimum traction.
Lexus Security System+ 3.0
For 2024, the all-new Lexus GX consists of commonplace Lexus Security System+ 3.0.
The great suite of energetic security gear gives our highest degree of driver assist with options similar to Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection, All-speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Management (DRCC), Lane Tracing Help (LTA), Lane Departure Alert with Steering Help (LDA w/SA), Street Signal Help (RSA) and Proactive Driving Help (PDA). These applied sciences are designed to assist, for instance, warn you of a pedestrian or car within the path of your Lexus or preserve a preset velocity or following distance from a car forward.
The 2024 GX will probably be assembled on the Tahara plant in Japan and is predicted to go on sale in early 2024.
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