Why do Lexus and Toyota not offer an Ivory or Beige colored interior , like they do in other areas of the world. Not everyone likes dark chocolate? This is the reason many people do not shop for these vehicles. Light interior choices are not available, but if you saw in the past, almost all luxury vehicles came with a light colored interior .
For the Lexus TX hybrid, how long can you use the 1500 watt AC power outlet at any given time? Does Lexus allow the inverter to run for long periods of time? Will make for a great way to power a campsite! (Hopefully Lexus allows the user to keep the AC power on for long periods of time!)
Are you sure there's no spare under that plastic piece under the space behind the 3rd row? The Toyota Grand Highlander has one, in fact I had to show the salesperson at the dealership that it had a spare. He then in turn called over some other sales people to show off the spare.
I like the TX but I feel like it’s still a mom car I’d rather have the GX . If your still in Austin you have to try Terry blacks BBQ Beef Ribs . Or La Barbecue Beef Ribs . Don’t waste your time waiting at Franklins . I also highly recommend trying Ramen Tatsu -Ya for rainy day eats yes you read that rite Ramen in Texas it’s voted Top 5 in the country .
Well its just another uni body POS FWD or AWD. Not a body on frame with RWD transmission like God intended lol. Its why I bought a BMW X3. It has still a unibody but it has a real ZF 8 speed RWD transmission with Xdrive to give traction to the front wheels as needed. Yeah its more expensive for an oem to go that route but definitely worth it. Plus the ZF 8 speed is the best auto on the planet. Its a more comfortable car then the GX with more room. But I really like the newer GX coming out. Going to cost bucks though.
you guys funny :) this is LEXUS/LEXUS TX and of course it does have quiet number of features that a consumer SUV Grand Highlander CANNOT have it :) right right?
Funny that these guys say that this Lexus has so many things that set it apart from the Grand Highlander and then they didn't provide a whole lot that is different. The Grand Highlander is a VERY nice vehicle and far less expensive. If I were looking for luxury, I would just got to a BMW, Mercedes, Land Rover, etc. Lexus is just an overpriced Toyota! Not bad because Toyota's are great but Lexus would need to stretch a lot more to be considered a true luxury vehicle.
@@naveenthemachine comment velocity mine states it has a variable suspension control whatever that is , Highlander don’t have that feature , I guarantee the Lexus cost more even tho Toyota re very proud of their Toyota prices , they build good vehicles I’ll give em that but do we need all of these things to go to grocery store and soccer games ? Hardly
Bummer that the hybrids only come in 6 seats. The weight explanation makes sense but having a vehicle big enough to seat 7-8 is a bit of a miss. The performance specs of the 550h+ had me thinking of viable replacement for my Sienna. But going from 8 seats to 6 is a big difference with a family of 5. Having the option to lift a set grandparents is always nice.
Toyota use to go a lot farther to differentiate interior design and refinement between the toyota and lexus brand. The interior looks like a toyota...a sea of grey plastic and no luxury warmth and finish. The highlander is a better buy. The lexus version can approach 70+ grand. Toyota can do better. Cadillac is suffering from the same issue with their interiors. Tech over luxury.
They are the same company. They always have been similar IMO. Only one worth a bother is the GX which is a real body on frame like you can get overseas. Not as good as a prado but close.
It doesn't seem luxurious enough to be a Lexus. And it is way too close to the Grand Highlander. the bigger SUVs, IMO, from Lexus, always look too close but at least they use to have more luxurious interiors. This one, it's so subtle that it just seems like a nice Grand Highlander in too many ways. Needs wood or stitching or something else. Nothing shouty. or excessive. But more than what that interior offers. A Genesis is much more distinguished from a Hyundai than this Lexus is from the Toyota version.
I am so surprised why Americans get interiors like this and miss out on some really nice cars. Maybe because of their choices and rejecting good things. But boy, Japan has cars like Alphard/vellifire/LM Lexus vans and it’s much better than this inside.
Shame a 7 seater option isn't available at all levels. perhaps the biggest disappointment is the lack of a 7-seater Lexus in the UK. A self-charging hybrid 7 seater SUV would be a good shakeup to other competitors.
Honestly, a really great option. The plug-in hybrid V6 has a great amount of range and power, and six seats are just enough for our family of 3 but I do think that 7/8 seater options should be available on the PHEV and other trims. Should be a great upgrade over our current RX450hL
HMMMM BASE MODEL TX.......... or a LOADED MAX HIGHLANDER.... as an RX500h owner... that TX GRILL LOOK HORRENDOUS! and will age POORLY! also no triple beam headlights as an option?!?!? LEXUS COME ON!
I was looking towards the Lexus Tx 550h + as a hybrid replacement for my Subaru Ascent. What’s the point for getting a large three row vehicle that can only seat 6? It’s literally one extra seat from any other 2 row hybrid. Otherwise I pretty much love this vehicle (minus the absence of a spare tire). The 33 mile electric range would cover my daily commute to work and back. Save the gas for the long road trips.
Yeah and if they have "no flats" they cost 500 dollar a piece to replace. And if they don't offer that then your nuts to buy it as you could get stranded. Either way that's a no go. Its gotta have spare or i'm out.
@@TumblingMustard Beg to differ. Depends on size of occupants; occasional need to squeeze someone in regardless size (that sometimes becomes more than occasional need... as a common example, I think of my niece's twin babies and their very helpful older tweener sister); 4 legged passengers many if not most folks have; fact that cargo area behind 2nd row (3rd row folded flat) actually needed for... drumroll...cargo/gear on road trips (Not nearly everyone wants to have to get / use a cargo carrier--and especially awkward on a taller vehicle like this--because they had to deploy that third row seat they might not have otherwise);...and 2nd row bench needed especially when the third has been limited two persons;...and even on an improved third-row (space/comfort) such as this, no one really wants to be relegated to the 3rd row. As many have on other 3-row vehicles to date, a lot of people will buy this mostly for the extra hauling space with only occasional deployment of the third row. Finally, when fewer occupants, sprawl out room/comfort of 2nd row bench almost always trumps more limited captain's chair. All in all, the second row bench a much more versatile configuration that a lot of people discover only after purchase of the captains chairs.
@@springertube I like this example. The reason why I own a Subaru Ascent Limited and not a Subaru Ascent Touring is the option for an 8 seat vehicle. The 3rd row is emergency use only. I’d feel horrible trying to cram a real life human being back there, but it works well for little people (kids) and pets. But the most important thing this gives me is flat cargo floor. Typically I’m carrying way more stuff than people. It’s a compromise, getting the functionality of a pickup truck in the comfort of an suv. I know minivan is the way to go but my AWD Subaru can get me in and out of places that a Sienna or Pacifica just can’t. And it comes with a spare so I really can’t complain much. The only other box I need checked is a hybrid power train and @ 4 inches of additional leg room in the 3rd row.
@@TumblingMustard It's a disadvantage as long as other luxury brands' 3-row SUV have 7 or 8 seats. I personally won't consider buying a 3-row that only seats 6.
Comparing the Lexus TX to the Toyota Grand Highlander, there is one notable difference: the Lexus TX offers "adaptive variable suspension" that has been praised for its plush ride on the Toyota Crown. Perhaps you can detail this feature when conducting a road test review?
There’s literally no difference. I’ve driven a Lexus with an adaptive suspension and compared it to my Toyota and the Toyota without it drove so much better and cost less and it felt more refined
@@naveenthemachineHaving been in both the TX and grand highlander the interior quality of the Lexus tx is definitely better and on par with it's main competitors ( Infiniti qx60 and Lincoln aviation)
@@jaypalmer143 no it’s not. The aviator and Infiniti have stitched materials leather dash full leather doors lots of wood trim etc and a lot more features The tx uses the same injection molded plastics as a Toyota
This is just a typical grand highlander with a tuxedo, if you really want to see the differnce , b/w the grand highlander , .....lexus should have put double wishbone suspension in tx, adaptive suspension, change the boltersing of the f sport seats and put triple led headlights ,this is all the same style marketing which is all the lexus style which people gets tempted to buy , power seats are in highlander platinum too. except the rear third row power which i dont care. regarding the rims you can get plenty of after market rims to style any vehicle .same engine choices...
I owned a 3 row Audi q7 and we used the 3rd row alotttt those power seats folding in the the rear really really do come in handy cus omg when you’ve got a 6 year old and a giant dog and aunts and uncles and more people it gets very hard obvious why very quickly. Also I imagine like i experienced in the back of a Camry Uber recently, it’s much quieter than a Toyota product and less harsh. I went back home to my Lexus gs and was very happy there was such a stark difference in NVH. A 12 min video can’t really capture that. You’re a lil grumpy this morning huh?😅
A family member just got the RX. I think Lexus knocked it out the park with their new designs. Understated, but still very high quality. There are different material trims available.
Respectfully disagree. The inline 6 mild hybrid is a great car, but mazda didn't leave the V6 for the PHEV. In addition, I'm not sure if you have sat in the Mazda, but the third row is nothing like the Lexus. It is only for kids. So as a vehicle (both space and engine), the Lexus 550 H+ is much better. The Mazda looks beautiful and may handle better however.
The TX has better cushions, infotainment, and center console features/design. The TX lacks the 3rd seat in the 3rd row. The GH is as toyota as it gets. Plain n simple, and works. Great thing is the 3rd seat in the 3rd row. If the TX had the 3rd seat in the 3rd row, I'd pay the premium for the TX. Love the TX compared to the GH.
The Grand Highlander still looks better and its sad how lexus tryed this sneaking move to take away the GRANDHIGHLANDERS Thunder are nt they on the same team SMH
With the 550H+, I think the V6 plus a battery is a game changer. This is a very rare combination, and fit for a luxury car. The 4 bangers with a batter (ie the RX 450 H+) sound and feel too underpowered to be a premium car.
@@robertlaberge3101 SUVs with useable third rows are in plenty so the TX isn’t all that special. What about the fuel economy when the battery is low. I also think the Toyota/Lexus reliability is overrated, I don’t think turbo 4s, electric motors and battery packs are going last long enough plus they’re complicated.
@@gamelauncher9821 in the "midsized luxury three row" segment, not quite. all of them with the exception of the buick enclave are cramped. the american brands have decent headroom but not enough legroom. gv80, old rx-L, x5, and gle with the optional third rows are very cramped because they are "optional". xc90, q7, mdx, and qx60 don't have enough headroom and legroom for adults. if anything, the current enclave, the new redesigned acadia, and the new tx are closer to being full sized suvs as the space inside are full size level interior space, even thought the outside is barely considered midsized
Where's the wood? Was that the "Luxury" trim level? Honestly I'm a bit disappointed. And the price for the V6 plug-in version? Dang man, it's gonna be pushing 80 grand I bet. That's the one I'd want but let's see what it's like to drive when they make it available to ya'll.
Omg! Somebody go over to the Toyota and Honda people these designs are tired and old looking it's 2023 and that interior doesn't say luxury to me at all 🤦
And only a hater who doesn't like Lexus would say what you would say. They need to step up no doubt they are still a very conservative company but the problem with Lexus isn't Lexus, it's Toyota. It's almost as if Lexus is an afterthought. They need to do what Acura has done and that was to "separate" from Honda and to have their own leadership team to focus on building up Acura. When they did that in 2015, the cars you see on the road now from Acura is the result of that.
Lexus is overpriced compared to the Grand Highlander. $18K more if you go for the TX 500H vs the Grand Highlander MAX Platinum. Currently have a Lexus RX350L but no way I'm paying $18K more for a Lexus badge.
What happened to when a Lexus looked like a Lexus on the inside???. Toyota trying to save money have turned the interior of the Lexus to a non luxury interior.
So what does the plug in hybrid have for tires? No flats? To anybody that does not know those cost around 500 dollars a piece and performance wise are crap IMO. They can be loud on some road surfaces. I got them on my BMW and there is no way I'd put them on again. I'm thinking of using a donut tire that might fit uder the rear trunk when deflated. Then use use air compressor as needed. Not offering a spare is just a very bad idea and would be a show stopper if I were buying again.
@@naveenthemachine I can but I don't like how the run flats perform on my X3. They can be loud on some road surfaces. Lots of complaints on the BMW forums about it. And even though I can afford them its really a bad value to spend 2000 dollars on a damn set of tires. Just because I have means does not mean I like to throw money away like that. I only paid 47K for my 2019 loaded X3 (7K dollars off MSRP). Today that car costs well over 60K and they won't come off the MSRP.
toyota needs to stop with the turbos. ok on the corolla gr or any other gr car but stop putting them mainstream on every day drivers that people keep for a long time.
The regular hybrid from the Grand Highlander should be the base engine in the TX. The gas turbo is too weak for a luxury 7 seater. Once you load it up with people and luggage, it’s gonna be a snail.
I know the Toyota media are using weight as an excuse for not offering a 2nd-row bench seat but I call baloney. We're talking 30, 40, maybe 50 lbs max for a bench seat? Cut the nonsense and knock 50 lbs off the tow rating if that's what they're concerned about.
I wish all the safety and tech gimmicks will translate into the new gx 550 .. like self parking … it’s definitely something off-road built models seem to lack and I never understood why … Could it be the diff lock or switching the vehicle into High and low … I honestly don’t know if you guys know please feel free to add a reply And if that’s the case can they add those features and go around it
It literally looks like a kia carnival minivan. And the screen is deceptive. Yes its larger but half of it is buttons. Id much rather have hard buttons and less screen. Also only 6 seats? Most reviewers see the name plate lexus and start salivating. I went with the GH max. I think it looks better, 7 seats, and i get pretty much the same HP and torque but without the plugin for less and on reg fuel.
@@naveenthemachinelmfao dawg you’re such a loser 😂😂😂 holy sht. definition of a fangirl, go back to driving your keyboard you can’t afford these anyways
Why some car companies they would not design cameras for driving recording and parking stop recording for cars . Customers they feel satisfaction because after buying car . They don’t need find somewhere to fix that . I think that is convenient thing
Yes, it is a Lexus and I do like the the grill design but...from the side, it looks truck like. The Cadillac Escalade, while massive, actually has a better side view (my opinion) than this vehicle.
I'd love my 1973 dodge coronet with the 318 engine to be re-released with only the radio upgraded. Keep all your overpriced technology for the space station.
This is the large three row crossover that Lexus desperately needed, because the heavy body-on-frame LX and GX were the only large options available. And if you really wanted a true crossover SUV, you could only get the RX and RX-L, which are smaller. It has been a 16 year wait.
@@mottom2657 easy The Tx is not very attractive compared to just about anything else The interior is not luxurious even the slightest but. No leather wrapped dash, doors, or airbag cover, no wood trim. All we get are the same Toyota grade injection molded plastics throughout The tech is also completely useless such as the door handles, touch pad steering wheel heads up display combo, and no physical buttons It also lacks so many features compared to the competition Interior space isn’t any better than the Volvo xc90 or Lincoln aviator or even a Kia telluride or Hyundai palisade and the tx doesn’t have an 8 seat option The powertrains are a huge disappointment. The base 350 turbo does 0-60 in 8 seconds so as fast as a corolla. And don’t even try to say it’s quick enough in the real world for its cost of $55K because it’s not. The 500h does 0-60 in 6.3 seconds so it’s barely faster than a telluride palisade pilot cx90 Explorer 2.3, base MDX, qx60, xt6 w the v6, grand Cherokee Durango etc. it’s still slower than the MDX type S and gv80 3.5T or base aviator / explorer ST. The 550h+ does have a naturally aspirated v6 but that means getting a v6 in general will be significantly more expensive than getting a naturally aspirated v6 in just about anything else. Plus 0-60 takes 6 seconds so it’s the slowest PHEV in its class. And it’s also going to be a lot more expensive than rival phevs Handling falls behind just about anything else it competes with. MDX cx90 aviator Explorer Durango grand Cherokee xt6 gv80 even a q7 that’s very nose heavy up front will all handle better Many of those rivals also offer air suspensions so they’ll ride better than the TX
I can’t wait to replace our GH with a TX 550h+, for us it’s the perfect combo, you get a V6, PHEV system that offers 406hp, 33miles of range, and 30mpg, no other SUV in this segment checks all boxes for us, the QX60 and MDX, are too small and don’t offer the same power or mpg figures, the XC90 has a small 3rd row but you get stuck with that turbocharged/supercharged 4 cylinder which will definitely not be as reliable on the long run. The only thing close to this size is the Buick Enclave and that thing is just old, slow and has very dated tech We also looked at the CX90, but you get stuck with a 4 banger, you don’t get nearly as much power or efficiency, on the flip side it is also cheaper but money pricing isn’t our main concern. another we took a look at was the Aviator plug in, and it was very swift but it felt cramped on the inside. The TX is by no means perfect, I still think the styling is a little wonky, but I’ll have to wait to see it in person, and I find it pretty confusing that you can’t get an 8-seat configuration, apart from that, the TX had the least compromises for us, when it came to power, space and efficiency.
@@MikeyG003 so what? You still get a better car. It’s time to judge the car itself, not the brand. Hyundai can have the worst dealer experience and produce better quality cars than Lexus or Toyota can
@@naveenthemachinebuddy Hyundai/ Kia have a long way to go till making better cars than Toyota/ Lexus. So many issues with their cars this past decade and even recent models. They have to make their cars have so many features/ warranties etc to compete.
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The interior still kinda looks like a Toyota I'm not get a luxury Lexus feel out of this.
Totally agree. Some of Lexus's new interiors need upgrading.
Why do Lexus and Toyota not offer an Ivory or Beige colored interior , like they do in other areas of the world. Not everyone likes dark chocolate?
This is the reason many people do not shop for these vehicles. Light interior choices are not available, but if you saw in the past, almost all luxury vehicles came with a light colored interior .
It comes in birch
For the Lexus TX hybrid, how long can you use the 1500 watt AC power outlet at any given time? Does Lexus allow the inverter to run for long periods of time? Will make for a great way to power a campsite! (Hopefully Lexus allows the user to keep the AC power on for long periods of time!)
Good review gentlemen. Thanks for the showing.
Imagine the Grand Highlander Prime why not))))
Are you sure there's no spare under that plastic piece under the space behind the 3rd row? The Toyota Grand Highlander has one, in fact I had to show the salesperson at the dealership that it had a spare. He then in turn called over some other sales people to show off the spare.
I like the TX but I feel like it’s still a mom car I’d rather have the GX .
If your still in Austin you have to try Terry blacks BBQ Beef Ribs . Or
La Barbecue Beef Ribs . Don’t waste your time waiting at Franklins . I also highly recommend trying Ramen Tatsu -Ya for rainy day eats yes you read that rite Ramen in Texas it’s voted Top 5 in the country .
Well its just another uni body POS FWD or AWD. Not a body on frame with RWD transmission like God intended lol. Its why I bought a BMW X3. It has still a unibody but it has a real ZF 8 speed RWD transmission with Xdrive to give traction to the front wheels as needed. Yeah its more expensive for an oem to go that route but definitely worth it. Plus the ZF 8 speed is the best auto on the planet. Its a more comfortable car then the GX with more room. But I really like the newer GX coming out. Going to cost bucks though.
New 2018 design language. 😂Not sure if they intended this to look retro but mission accomplished.
TX550h+ or bust for me on this one! Just want to know the official MSRP already...
around 65k plus 10k dealer mark up, this might be pushing 90-100k for tip trim i rather go for the x7 for that price
@@be4unvme Yeah nah thats GX territory, almost LX territory. I'm estimating a tad over $80K.
Both Mdx and Qx60 look more modern and better than this inspite of being couple years older. GG lexus..
Agreed. I knew this was gonna happen. Now the tx is the worst luxury suv and it’s not even out yet. I called it on June 8th 😁
you guys funny :) this is LEXUS/LEXUS TX and of course it does have quiet number of features that a consumer SUV Grand Highlander CANNOT have it :) right right?
We’re one step closer to the ultimate Uber vehicle: the hybrid Lexus minivan.
It exists in Asia, it's called the LM.
@@damilolaakanninot only Asia, Europe too.
Funny that these guys say that this Lexus has so many things that set it apart from the Grand Highlander and then they didn't provide a whole lot that is different. The Grand Highlander is a VERY nice vehicle and far less expensive. If I were looking for luxury, I would just got to a BMW, Mercedes, Land Rover, etc. Lexus is just an overpriced Toyota! Not bad because Toyota's are great but Lexus would need to stretch a lot more to be considered a true luxury vehicle.
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I saw the Grand Highlander in person , looked kinda ugly 😮 and the mark ups were ugly too😮
I don't get how this is a luxury suv? looks like a subaru
In terms of JUST "luxury feel", how does this compare to the Mazda CX-90? I'm debating between Mazda CX-90 or waiting for Lexus TX.
Mazda cx90 is way better you can see mine at
Anything else is better than the tx. And I called it on June 8th when the tx was unveiled
I'd drive both on different types of roads. Some have issues with the CX-90s drive where others don't.
@@benjaminsmith2287 but the driving experience and luxury interior more than make up for the slight un smoothness
Mazda definitely handles better, but the tx might be more comfortable. I would choose mazda for such a bigger car because of how well they handle.
Case, what’s on the wrist? 👀
Not much of a difference between the TX and GH other than some drivetrains. I think the GH looks better overall.
Isn’t Lexus the upper crust of Toyota ? Not surprising this car has more features , it very well should they cost more
It doesn’t have more features than a grand highlander.
@@naveenthemachine comment velocity mine states it has a variable suspension control whatever that is , Highlander don’t have that feature , I guarantee the Lexus cost more even tho Toyota re very proud of their Toyota prices , they build good vehicles I’ll give em that but do we need all of these things to go to grocery store and soccer games ? Hardly
Pragmatic
Terrible design
Lexus messed up!
Bummer that the hybrids only come in 6 seats. The weight explanation makes sense but having a vehicle big enough to seat 7-8 is a bit of a miss. The performance specs of the 550h+ had me thinking of viable replacement for my Sienna. But going from 8 seats to 6 is a big difference with a family of 5. Having the option to lift a set grandparents is always nice.
I really wish Toyota and Lexus didn't make you get captains chairs in top trims. It doesn't work for some families.
Toyota use to go a lot farther to differentiate interior design and refinement between the toyota and lexus brand. The interior looks like a toyota...a sea of grey plastic and no luxury warmth and finish. The highlander is a better buy. The lexus version can approach 70+ grand. Toyota can do better. Cadillac is suffering from the same issue with their interiors. Tech over luxury.
I really hate sunroofs, and wish more companies would make it a single option to remove like ford does. Stop bundling these things with trim lines.
Looks way more Toyota than Lexus unfortunately
They are the same company. They always have been similar IMO. Only one worth a bother is the GX which is a real body on frame like you can get overseas. Not as good as a prado but close.
@@HiPlains1the LS and totally the LC are totally bespoke
So? It’s the same company
@@jonathanratliff4780and the RC if you’re single. There’s no Camry coupe in the Toyota lineup 😊
@@MiahV007 yet the rc350 is as fast as a v6 Camry and the rc turbo is as fast as a Camry hybrid
It doesn't seem luxurious enough to be a Lexus. And it is way too close to the Grand Highlander. the bigger SUVs, IMO, from Lexus, always look too close but at least they use to have more luxurious interiors. This one, it's so subtle that it just seems like a nice Grand Highlander in too many ways. Needs wood or stitching or something else. Nothing shouty. or excessive. But more than what that interior offers. A Genesis is much more distinguished from a Hyundai than this Lexus is from the Toyota version.
I am so surprised why Americans get interiors like this and miss out on some really nice cars. Maybe because of their choices and rejecting good things. But boy, Japan has cars like Alphard/vellifire/LM Lexus vans and it’s much better than this inside.
Shame a 7 seater option isn't available at all levels. perhaps the biggest disappointment is the lack of a 7-seater Lexus in the UK. A self-charging hybrid 7 seater SUV would be a good shakeup to other competitors.
Honestly, a really great option. The plug-in hybrid V6 has a great amount of range and power, and six seats are just enough for our family of 3 but I do think that 7/8 seater options should be available on the PHEV and other trims. Should be a great upgrade over our current RX450hL
Why does it seem so much more plasticky than other Lexus models?
HMMMM BASE MODEL TX.......... or a LOADED MAX HIGHLANDER.... as an RX500h owner... that TX GRILL LOOK HORRENDOUS! and will age POORLY! also no triple beam headlights as an option?!?!? LEXUS COME ON!
I was looking towards the Lexus Tx 550h + as a hybrid replacement for my Subaru Ascent. What’s the point for getting a large three row vehicle that can only seat 6? It’s literally one extra seat from any other 2 row hybrid. Otherwise I pretty much love this vehicle (minus the absence of a spare tire). The 33 mile electric range would cover my daily commute to work and back. Save the gas for the long road trips.
The center seat on a 3 row crossover is typically useless. I appreciate the more functional 2-seat 3rd row.
Yeah and if they have "no flats" they cost 500 dollar a piece to replace. And if they don't offer that then your nuts to buy it as you could get stranded. Either way that's a no go. Its gotta have spare or i'm out.
@@TumblingMustard Beg to differ. Depends on size of occupants; occasional need to squeeze someone in regardless size (that sometimes becomes more than occasional need... as a common example, I think of my niece's twin babies and their very helpful older tweener sister); 4 legged passengers many if not most folks have; fact that cargo area behind 2nd row (3rd row folded flat) actually needed for... drumroll...cargo/gear on road trips (Not nearly everyone wants to have to get / use a cargo carrier--and especially awkward on a taller vehicle like this--because they had to deploy that third row seat they might not have otherwise);...and 2nd row bench needed especially when the third has been limited two persons;...and even on an improved third-row (space/comfort) such as this, no one really wants to be relegated to the 3rd row. As many have on other 3-row vehicles to date, a lot of people will buy this mostly for the extra hauling space with only occasional deployment of the third row. Finally, when fewer occupants, sprawl out room/comfort of 2nd row bench almost always trumps more limited captain's chair. All in all, the second row bench a much more versatile configuration that a lot of people discover only after purchase of the captains chairs.
@@springertube I like this example. The reason why I own a Subaru Ascent Limited and not a Subaru Ascent Touring is the option for an 8 seat vehicle. The 3rd row is emergency use only. I’d feel horrible trying to cram a real life human being back there, but it works well for little people (kids) and pets. But the most important thing this gives me is flat cargo floor. Typically I’m carrying way more stuff than people. It’s a compromise, getting the functionality of a pickup truck in the comfort of an suv. I know minivan is the way to go but my AWD Subaru can get me in and out of places that a Sienna or Pacifica just can’t. And it comes with a spare so I really can’t complain much. The only other box I need checked is a hybrid power train and @ 4 inches of additional leg room in the 3rd row.
@@TumblingMustard It's a disadvantage as long as other luxury brands' 3-row SUV have 7 or 8 seats. I personally won't consider buying a 3-row that only seats 6.
Comparing the Lexus TX to the Toyota Grand Highlander, there is one notable difference: the Lexus TX offers "adaptive variable suspension" that has been praised for its plush ride on the Toyota Crown.
Perhaps you can detail this feature when conducting a road test review?
There’s literally no difference. I’ve driven a Lexus with an adaptive suspension and compared it to my Toyota and the Toyota without it drove so much better and cost less and it felt more refined
@@naveenthemachineHaving been in both the TX and grand highlander the interior quality of the Lexus tx is definitely better and on par with it's main competitors ( Infiniti qx60 and Lincoln aviation)
@@jaypalmer143 no it’s not. The aviator and Infiniti have stitched materials leather dash full leather doors lots of wood trim etc and a lot more features
The tx uses the same injection molded plastics as a Toyota
@@naveenthemachine depends what "quality" means to you
This is just a typical grand highlander with a tuxedo, if you really want to see the differnce , b/w the grand highlander , .....lexus should have put double wishbone suspension in tx, adaptive suspension, change the boltersing of the f sport seats and put triple led headlights ,this is all the same style marketing which is all the lexus style which people gets tempted to buy , power seats are in highlander platinum too. except the rear third row power which i dont care. regarding the rims you can get plenty of after market rims to style any vehicle .same engine choices...
I owned a 3 row Audi q7 and we used the 3rd row alotttt those power seats folding in the the rear really really do come in handy cus omg when you’ve got a 6 year old and a giant dog and aunts and uncles and more people it gets very hard obvious why very quickly. Also I imagine like i experienced in the back of a Camry Uber recently, it’s much quieter than a Toyota product and less harsh. I went back home to my Lexus gs and was very happy there was such a stark difference in NVH. A 12 min video can’t really capture that. You’re a lil grumpy this morning huh?😅
Agreed. This SUVs DOA. I called it when it was unveiled that this was gonna happen 😁
A family member just got the RX. I think Lexus knocked it out the park with their new designs. Understated, but still very high quality. There are different material trims available.
Respectfully disagree. The inline 6 mild hybrid is a great car, but mazda didn't leave the V6 for the PHEV. In addition, I'm not sure if you have sat in the Mazda, but the third row is nothing like the Lexus. It is only for kids. So as a vehicle (both space and engine), the Lexus 550 H+ is much better. The Mazda looks beautiful and may handle better however.
No the 550h is not better. The cx90 wipes the tx off the floor inside and out
The TX has better cushions, infotainment, and center console features/design.
The TX lacks the 3rd seat in the 3rd row.
The GH is as toyota as it gets. Plain n simple, and works. Great thing is the 3rd seat in the 3rd row.
If the TX had the 3rd seat in the 3rd row, I'd pay the premium for the TX. Love the TX compared to the GH.
The Grand Highlander still looks better and its sad how lexus tryed this sneaking move to take away the GRANDHIGHLANDERS Thunder are nt they on the same team SMH
Imagine the Grand Highlander Prime
With the 550H+, I think the V6 plus a battery is a game changer. This is a very rare combination, and fit for a luxury car. The 4 bangers with a batter (ie the RX 450 H+) sound and feel too underpowered to be a premium car.
The CX90 is just a better vehicle with its turbo inline-6
Its gonna be $80k+ bud, the only thing that matters is it will a have a 6 cylinder
That's not the only thing that matters:
- 400+ horse power
- 33 miles of range
- Lexus reliability
- Usable third row
- better fuel economy
...bud
@@robertlaberge3101 SUVs with useable third rows are in plenty so the TX isn’t all that special. What about the fuel economy when the battery is low. I also think the Toyota/Lexus reliability is overrated, I don’t think turbo 4s, electric motors and battery packs are going last long enough plus they’re complicated.
@@gamelauncher9821 in the "midsized luxury three row" segment, not quite. all of them with the exception of the buick enclave are cramped. the american brands have decent headroom but not enough legroom. gv80, old rx-L, x5, and gle with the optional third rows are very cramped because they are "optional". xc90, q7, mdx, and qx60 don't have enough headroom and legroom for adults. if anything, the current enclave, the new redesigned acadia, and the new tx are closer to being full sized suvs as the space inside are full size level interior space, even thought the outside is barely considered midsized
Where's the wood? Was that the "Luxury" trim level? Honestly I'm a bit disappointed. And the price for the V6 plug-in version? Dang man, it's gonna be pushing 80 grand I bet. That's the one I'd want but let's see what it's like to drive when they make it available to ya'll.
I'm really confused why Lexus brought back already discontinued V6-hybrid if they already spent tons of cash for development of hybrid MAX?
The interior is disappointing. Maybe it's because this is a lower spec.
Omg! Somebody go over to the Toyota and Honda people these designs are tired and old looking it's 2023 and that interior doesn't say luxury to me at all 🤦
These new Lexus interiors are very bland. Just a big screen and basically nothing else, at least they finally have ambient lighting.
My Toyota has ambient lighting and it’s cheaper than this Lexus and the interior is nicer in some ways
That is crazy nice.
To you
No it isnt
Yeah no it’s not. It’s really not
Only a fanboy would say that and refuse to acknowledge the competition is better
And only a hater who doesn't like Lexus would say what you would say. They need to step up no doubt they are still a very conservative company but the problem with Lexus isn't Lexus, it's Toyota. It's almost as if Lexus is an afterthought. They need to do what Acura has done and that was to "separate" from Honda and to have their own leadership team to focus on building up Acura. When they did that in 2015, the cars you see on the road now from Acura is the result of that.
@DamionPugh don't mention anything about honda. They are trash!
The interior of the grand highlander looks nicer than this
toyota dealerships have no cars and if they do $10000 to $25000 above msrp.
I didn’t see the V6 plug in hybrid on their build page
It will be available next year
Looks like a knock off third row RX350
Lexus is overpriced compared to the Grand Highlander. $18K more if you go for the TX 500H vs the Grand Highlander MAX Platinum. Currently have a Lexus RX350L but no way I'm paying $18K more for a Lexus badge.
Unfortunately the mark ups on Toyotas really narrow that difference :(
What happened to when a Lexus looked like a Lexus on the inside???. Toyota trying to save money have turned the interior of the Lexus to a non luxury interior.
Kudos to the TFL team for being the first to post a good review on the TX!
Imo every reviewer wasted their time with this turd of a vehicle. Idk why they had to fall victim to the pr stunts Lexus pulls
If its going to look like that, just go full minivan and get max utility
So what does the plug in hybrid have for tires? No flats? To anybody that does not know those cost around 500 dollars a piece and performance wise are crap IMO. They can be loud on some road surfaces. I got them on my BMW and there is no way I'd put them on again. I'm thinking of using a donut tire that might fit uder the rear trunk when deflated. Then use use air compressor as needed. Not offering a spare is just a very bad idea and would be a show stopper if I were buying again.
If you can’t afford run flat tires as part of maintenance on an 80-100k car then you can’t afford the car
@@naveenthemachine I can but I don't like how the run flats perform on my X3. They can be loud on some road surfaces. Lots of complaints on the BMW forums about it. And even though I can afford them its really a bad value to spend 2000 dollars on a damn set of tires. Just because I have means does not mean I like to throw money away like that. I only paid 47K for my 2019 loaded X3 (7K dollars off MSRP). Today that car costs well over 60K and they won't come off the MSRP.
Doesn't look like a luxury brand!
I simply dislike the look of that vehicle i cannot unsee the grand highlander in it
The grill looks kind of generic and unimpressive and non luxury..too bad they went away from the separate grill 🤦🏻
The screen for the Lexys TX is looking like the same screen as you have on the !exus RZ450e.
The front ends of Lexus automobiles are even uglier than BMW’s recent failures. Horrendously bad
No front and rear bumpers? Have fun replacing the front or back in a minor hit.
Out if curiosity, what do you rdive that doesn't have expensive bumpers, they all have sensors and are expensive
Premium?🤣 it’s garbage
Being made in the us makes it a crappier car. America makes things to break as early as possible so they can capitalize off of you.
toyota needs to stop with the turbos. ok on the corolla gr or any other gr car but stop putting them mainstream on every day drivers that people keep for a long time.
It’s the worst
Agreed. It’s DOA and it’s not even on sale yet. I knew this would happen 😁
Lexus is a Toyota!! Boo!!
Do the same treatment to Sienna please. Maybe not a LM but something close to it??
you need a spare - run flats dont work at highway speeds
The regular hybrid from the Grand Highlander should be the base engine in the TX. The gas turbo is too weak for a luxury 7 seater. Once you load it up with people and luggage, it’s gonna be a snail.
The 2.4 turbo engine has more power than the regular hybrid. The regular hybrid will struggle on this behemoth
@@ernestdelrosario4573Apparently not since the Grand Highlander isn't much smaller than the TX.
I know the Toyota media are using weight as an excuse for not offering a 2nd-row bench seat but I call baloney. We're talking 30, 40, maybe 50 lbs max for a bench seat? Cut the nonsense and knock 50 lbs off the tow rating if that's what they're concerned about.
I wish all the safety and tech gimmicks will translate into the new gx 550 .. like self parking … it’s definitely something off-road built models seem to lack and I never understood why …
Could it be the diff lock or switching the vehicle into High and low … I honestly don’t know if you guys know please feel free to add a reply
And if that’s the case can they add those features and go around it
It literally looks like a kia carnival minivan. And the screen is deceptive. Yes its larger but half of it is buttons. Id much rather have hard buttons and less screen. Also only 6 seats? Most reviewers see the name plate lexus and start salivating. I went with the GH max. I think it looks better, 7 seats, and i get pretty much the same HP and torque but without the plugin for less and on reg fuel.
this thing is larger than Acura or infinity
But it’s not better than Acura or Infiniti or even Hyundai Kia Mazda Genesis
@@naveenthemachinelmfao dawg you’re such a loser 😂😂😂 holy sht. definition of a fangirl, go back to driving your keyboard you can’t afford these anyways
Why some car companies they would not design cameras for driving recording and parking stop recording for cars . Customers they feel satisfaction because after buying car . They don’t need find somewhere to fix that . I think that is convenient thing
Toyota. With the 4 and 6 cylinder.
If you buy Hyundai its better than Lexus
Agreed. Hyundai Kia genesis are way ahead of Lexus now
Yes, it is a Lexus and I do like the the grill design but...from the side, it looks truck like. The Cadillac Escalade, while massive, actually has a better side view (my opinion) than this vehicle.
Would you guys go Grand Highlander or Lexus TX for similar pricing? I was debating the hybrid max vs the TX.
I'd love my 1973 dodge coronet with the 318 engine to be re-released with only the radio upgraded. Keep all your overpriced technology for the space station.
This is the large three row crossover that Lexus desperately needed, because the heavy body-on-frame LX and GX were the only large options available. And if you really wanted a true crossover SUV, you could only get the RX and RX-L, which are smaller. It has been a 16 year wait.
Yet the wait wasn’t worth it. this SUVs DOA. All the competition is laughing at this suv
@@naveenthemachine Statistics is necessary to make such statements.
@@mottom2657 easy
The Tx is not very attractive compared to just about anything else
The interior is not luxurious even the slightest but. No leather wrapped dash, doors, or airbag cover, no wood trim. All we get are the same Toyota grade injection molded plastics throughout
The tech is also completely useless such as the door handles, touch pad steering wheel heads up display combo, and no physical buttons
It also lacks so many features compared to the competition
Interior space isn’t any better than the Volvo xc90 or Lincoln aviator or even a Kia telluride or Hyundai palisade and the tx doesn’t have an 8 seat option
The powertrains are a huge disappointment. The base 350 turbo does 0-60 in 8 seconds so as fast as a corolla. And don’t even try to say it’s quick enough in the real world for its cost of $55K because it’s not. The 500h does 0-60 in 6.3 seconds so it’s barely faster than a telluride palisade pilot cx90 Explorer 2.3, base MDX, qx60, xt6 w the v6, grand Cherokee Durango etc. it’s still slower than the MDX type S and gv80 3.5T or base aviator / explorer ST. The 550h+ does have a naturally aspirated v6 but that means getting a v6 in general will be significantly more expensive than getting a naturally aspirated v6 in just about anything else. Plus 0-60 takes 6 seconds so it’s the slowest PHEV in its class. And it’s also going to be a lot more expensive than rival phevs
Handling falls behind just about anything else it competes with. MDX cx90 aviator Explorer Durango grand Cherokee xt6 gv80 even a q7 that’s very nose heavy up front will all handle better
Many of those rivals also offer air suspensions so they’ll ride better than the TX
Nah Lexus, you are not gonna scam me this time. Still going with Toyota.
No go with Hyundai Kia Mazda Honda. Toyotas are scams too
By calling the Lexus as Toyota is a very un respectful just like calling your ex girlfriend name to your girlfriend.😂
I wish I could afford and buy TX 55h+ in Poland one day with 7 seats:) or at least TGH Hybrid with bench
WHATS THE. BALL PARK PRICE APPROXIMATELY ??????
Put Toyota badge on and u couldn't tell difference. Just buy highlander and save $30k
I can’t wait to replace our GH with a TX 550h+, for us it’s the perfect combo, you get a V6, PHEV system that offers 406hp, 33miles of range, and 30mpg, no other SUV in this segment checks all boxes for us, the QX60 and MDX, are too small and don’t offer the same power or mpg figures, the XC90 has a small 3rd row but you get stuck with that turbocharged/supercharged 4 cylinder which will definitely not be as reliable on the long run. The only thing close to this size is the Buick Enclave and that thing is just old, slow and has very dated tech
We also looked at the CX90, but you get stuck with a 4 banger, you don’t get nearly as much power or efficiency, on the flip side it is also cheaper but money pricing isn’t our main concern. another we took a look at was the Aviator plug in, and it was very swift but it felt cramped on the inside. The TX is by no means perfect, I still think the styling is a little wonky, but I’ll have to wait to see it in person, and I find it pretty confusing that you can’t get an 8-seat configuration, apart from that, the TX had the least compromises for us, when it came to power, space and efficiency.
Lexus , Toyota, Acura, Mazda need to jump in the Dual screen infotainment system trend
terrible car.. lexus is for only old people
Looks like re badges Toyota !!
PLEASE just give us grand sequoia!!
There is no supply I don't understand why are they creating more and more cars.
so you're saying that the average family can buy one at this point in time? nooooo....
Still prefer minivan
Just get the Sienna!
The front end reminds me of the bad guy from one of the Heath Ledger Batman movies
So much hate around here for used less seat like the initial prius prime smdh
So less features than my Palisade for more $$. No thanks.
more reliability, you're welcome
Agreed. I told everyone the tx was DOA
But you’re still driving a Hyundai at the end of the day lol
@@MikeyG003 so what? You still get a better car. It’s time to judge the car itself, not the brand.
Hyundai can have the worst dealer experience and produce better quality cars than Lexus or Toyota can
@@naveenthemachinebuddy Hyundai/ Kia have a long way to go till making better cars than Toyota/ Lexus. So many issues with their cars this past decade and even recent models. They have to make their cars have so many features/ warranties etc to compete.
"Better than Toyota?..." HOW can that be? Because a Lexus is a Toyota wearing a tuxedo! And you pay $10K -$20k more for the tuxedo!
How is ride quality for 3rd row passengers and over all?
Put that engine on a gr86 and I'll trade in my car for one