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Lexus GX 550

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description Lexus GX 550 Overview

The Lexus GX 550 combines legendary off-road capability with high-end luxury. Built on a rugged body-on-frame chassis, it features a powerful twin-turbo V6 engine and an advanced Overtrail trim for serious trail enthusiasts. It offers a sophisticated interior that rivals top European brands while maintaining the durability expected from the GX lineage. It is perfect for those who need to go off-road but refuse to sacrifice comfort.

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What engine does the Lexus GX 550 use?

The GX 550 uses a twin-turbo V6 rather than the older GX 460’s V8. In the U.S. market it is rated at 349 horsepower, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive.

What is different about the GX 550 Overtrail trim?

The Overtrail versions are the trail-focused GX 550 trims, with features such as 33-inch all-terrain tires and an electronic locking rear differential. They are aimed at buyers cross-shopping luxury SUVs with real off-road hardware, including the Toyota Land Cruiser.

Is the Lexus GX 550 related to the Toyota Land Cruiser?

Yes. The GX 550 and the newer Toyota Land Cruiser share Toyota’s body-on-frame TNGA-F platform family. Lexus positions the GX as the more luxury-focused model, while Toyota keeps the Land Cruiser more utilitarian and heritage-oriented.

Does the GX 550 still have three rows?

Some GX 550 trims offer three-row seating, but the Overtrail models are configured as two-row SUVs to prioritize cargo and off-road packaging. That matters if you are comparing it with family SUVs like the Lexus TX or Toyota Grand Highlander.

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