Today, unibody SUVs have made great strides in improving offroad capability, so the case for a thirdgeneration bodyonframe GX may at first seem shaky. But Lexus recently released the TX SUV, a threerow family crossover for those who avoid dirt. Meanwhile, overlanding has become mainstream enough that first owners are risking their rigs offroad—or kitting them out so it looks like they do. Also, unibodybased crossovers can only manage towing to a middling degree. The ladderframed 2024 Lexus GX 550, on the other hand, is a legit tow vehicle, and this latest iteration of GX feels like a welcome change from the ordinary at just the right time.

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00:00 Intro
01:18 Trim levels and what sets them apart
02:37 What is EKDSS?
03:38 Powertrain
04:52 Low range and the locking center diff
05:36 Exterior and visibility
07:02 Front end protection, running boards, roof rack
08:02 Rear liftgate and receiver hitch
08:42 Offroad controls, infotainment, exterior cameras
10:31 Onroad drivability, trim level comparisons
12:41 Drive modes
14:00 Conclusion