All New 2024 Lexus TX Is A 3-Row Family Workhorse
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- Опубликовано: 31 май 2024
- To get the family over the river and through the woods, the 3-row Lexus TX will get the job done with a premium attitude. Available in three models (350, 500h Hybrid and 550h+ PHEV), it seats up to seven. And yes, adults can sit in the wayback. Built on the same platform as Toyota Grand Highlander, the TX is assembled in Indiana. Tom Voelk checks out the entire lineup in Austin, Texas and finds there are some key differences between each powertrain.
Lexus provided transportation and lodging for this TX event. Opinions remain purely Tom’s.
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Tom, I am thrilled to see they invited you to the debut!
Another great review! Saw a TX350 yesterday at the gym and its presence was much more substantial in person than online pics suggests. The Lexus rep who drove it came up and opened it for me to look around. I think you're right, Lexus will sell a boatload of these things! Thanks for posting!
Yeah, it doesn’t photograph particularly well. And while it’s not the most stylish machine out there, I think it’s what the target audience wants.
I was jonesing yesterday. Glad to have a new video today! :)
This is a huge vehicle for a four-cylinder. I wonder how the engine will hold up
In the 500h hybrid the electric motors do alot of the work, rarely have to ring out the 4 banger, also the turbo four has good low and mid range torque
Great review! Appreciate the down to earth approach. Showed me everything I’d want to know. Thanks!
I always watch Tom first. That's just me
Nope, not just you. Tom’s the best.
nice review
A grill only a mother could love....
I know right! I wonder if the designers were on acid?
Love ur review, u address stuff that matters most. No other reviewer address how many degreee turn is the rear wheel steer, only you. One thing i would like to know is what's the difference between Adaptive Cruise and Traffic Jam Assist? Cuz they sound the same, but customers need to have a subscription for the Traffic Jam
Well, I'm good at some things, but will admit I miss things every so often. Just trying to do the reviews that I would like to see. Traffic Jam Assist works at low speeds and tends to use the ADAS sensors to watch the car ahead in addition to lane stripes. It also tends to be a little more responsive to vehicles ahead slowing and speeding up so there's less of a gap for others to drive into. Some systems are "hands off the wheel" for a longer period.
@@DrivenCarReviews ah i see. Thank you for the insight. Hopefully the Traffic Jam will address the harsh braking at times. My TX500H Luxury will arrive at the end of April!
Was looking forward to your review - thank you Tom 🙂 So at 8:53, the electronic door release strikes me as a safety issue; how do EMTs get to you in a crash if you are unable to unlock the doors? I know it's a fringe case, but it bothers me just a bit. Is there an equivalent mechanical release from the outside?
It was a question that came up in the walk around. Lexus says it can be opened by first responders with no issues.
@@DrivenCarReviewsThat's good to hear, but *how* do they get it open? Jaws of Life, crow bar, or is there a trick that first responders will need to be made aware of?
@@jsfbay1 Pull the exterior handle. Post impact, generally, cars today unlock once the car settles.
@@DrivenCarReviewsA Ha! Well that is pretty straightforward. Thanks for clarifying.
0:45 Lexus rep made an unfortunate choice with those jeans
You guys don't miss anything 😅
Fantastic presentation Tom, I was unaware the TX was available with a V6. Very nice! Also does TX stand for anything like all the other Lexus models (NX=Nimble Crossover, LS=Luxury Sedan, etc...).
From Lexus PR- TX stands for “Thoughtful/Three-Row X-Over”.
Great info. Always look forward to your reviews. I have a question please... how is the TX ride compared to LX600 ride? I have LX600 but I feel the ride is somewhat rough. I wonder if I should trade my LX for a TX. Would appreciate your thoughts please.
The only LX600 I've driven is the Ultra Luxury model, kind of designed for chauffeuring. It's been a long time since I've driven it so hard to compare. I suspect you'd like the ride of the TX350 or 550h+ if you think the LX ride is too rough. The TX500h F Sport is a little more firm. I suggest a test drive to confirm what I'm saying.
I have a deposit on one! Can’t wait!!!
There need to be more room between the second row, captain seats
Yeah, that grill. Looks like an apocalyptic freight train.
What's up with the PHEV V6-3.5L?
TX350 (3.5L-V6 no more) is replaced with 2.4L-I4 turbo, yet discontinued Toyota's V6-hybrid kind of returned to TX PHEV? What gives?
How much cost development of Hybrid MAX? Why is not that one utilized as PHEV?
I was watching an interview with the lead engineer, and he said it's because the V6 was so smooth and nice, it kind of best represents their flagship TX setup -- the PHEV + their classic V6.
Front end looks like a Cylon a bit as well, hehe.
Very polarizing design. Targets only a specific small group of buyers
On the contrary. It's a pretty conservative design and designed to appeal to a wide group of wealthy buyers.
Great informative, detailed review Tom. This is going to sell like hotcakes. I think Lexus should have offered the NA 3.5 on the base models.
Bland exterior with Grand Highlander-looking interior. But it will sell.
After all these years and being hacked I’m still a fan on your content sir! Just gotta find the time to watch your videos along with my other favorite RUclipsrs. PS motor-week should make you the new John Davis, just saying!
Thanks but I don't wear logo polo shirts.
Considering TX 550h+ as AWD replacement for my 2018 Pacifica Phev, but price of 79k puts it out of reach.
Great video. Is this not screaming out for the hybrid from the highlander with 240HP?
AWD & Sunroof should be standard on these!
There are a lot of people in the Sunbelt that don’t want either of those. So there’s that.
I am so glad the 500h was available without the pano roof
@@DrivenCarReviews that should be what the Grand Highlander is for. Those are luxury features.
At that price point, that interior seems like quite a letdown.
It looks very very similar to the grand highlander. I’m sure the materials are a bit better and it’s a little quieter, but it’s more of a rebadge than most other Toyota/Lexus counterparts
Seems to me it's designed to take more abuse, rather than pure luxury.
@@davewilson7602 Honestly, it looks noticeably better than GH. But kind of dark for my taste,
@@DrivenCarReviews yeah I’m sure the materials are all nicer and the sound is better, in person there’s probably a better difference than what we see online.
Also, unsure if their website is wrong, but on the website you can’t spec a 500h model of any kind with a panoramic roof. Are all of those really going to be that dark inside (you seem to be right about how dark the cabin is) and not have a sunroof?
@@davewilson7602 I believe that's correct. Probably for weight being an F-Sport. Go with the light interior!
A turbo I-4 that requires premium and only get 23 mpg doesn't excite me much, I'm afraid. I'd rather have the Highlander's hybrid drivetrain.
The Highlander version in platinum trim is more powerful and more features then the base trim
4:01 oof, that's some not-so-sturdy body panelling...
Does this mean no 7 seat RX 450 HL for the future?
It does. This takes the place of the RX L.
Save your money and buy a grand highlander!
Look forward to all of your videos. I'm thinking about a 3 row. I drove a rented Arcadia and loved the size - I'm a BIG guy. Not thrilled by the controls, If I already have an data plan for my iPhone can I just use that and ignore the Lexus controls? Having to pay for a separate data plan is a deal breaker for me.
No, you cannot use the phone as a hotspot workaround. Lexus provides 3 years of service on them. You don't need the data connection, and you could use AA and CP for many things, but the interface works much better when using the subscription. This is true of all Toyota vehicles going forward.
@@DrivenCarReviews Thanks - I'm going to be looking for a used car that doesn't have these scams included. The prices of used cars is still really high for reasons like this. They are a lot more common. Cadillac does it, Tesla does it. Everything is a subscription. If you track your finances and keep records going back years you can see the steady increase in how much you spend on "Data".
Tom, excellent review as usual... But elephant- in- the-room you only touched on very briefly and I was surprised didn't return to in your color-coded summation - is that is every model / trim except for the 350 is only six passengers (!), on a vehicle this large and expensive?! Middle bench should be made available on all trim and model (powertrain- drivetrain) levels. Much more flexible configuration in addition to obvious passenger count. If anything, the bench should be the default, and the captains chairs optional (perhaps no-cost).
You are absolutely correct. Proper seating for five adults is essential in an SUV and it should be a requirement for a large SUV.
It's a demand thing. Nearly every automaker says buyers don't want a bench in row two (yes, surprises me too) and that it's offered in base models as a concession to those that want it. In fact, the 350 offers captain's chairs as an upgrade and Lexus believes the vast majority of buyers will go for it.
@@DrivenCarReviews Tom, I get that... But it's a tired old song the manufacturers have been singing,... and seems to be somewhat of a chicken or egg thing. Consumers creating a market demand or the other way around? Half the people I know that have gotten captains chairs wish they either would have gotten the bench, after experiencing the former's limitations, or wish that it had been but was not available. I am in a car enthusiast group, people of all stripes, and this comes up all the time - that is, exasperation with the "you can't get this with that" routine. There may be a few others that come up but almost uniquely the Honda Pilot and the Nissan Pathfinder offer the bench in the top trim, you just have to be careful in checking the right box. With the Infiniti QX60 the top trim only comes with captain's chairs, at least as of 2023, but you can option the next closest trim down to within about 95% with that highest trim's features - with a bench. I think aniline leather and a black roof are a few of the only things you can't option, unfortunate but not huge losses. In short, give the consumer a choice for heaven's sake.
Toyota should stop fiddling around with 3-row crossovers and make a Lexus minivan.
The front looks like a Sienna. I guess that kinda makes sense since they are both Toyotas...
It's very very ugly !!!
Does the 350 have the panoramic roof?
It’s optional
you should do the comparison between Grand highlander and TX
TX is quieter, more composed while driving, has higher grade interior materials and costs more. There ya go!
Maybe a Hyundai Alaska is next 😄. They named their SUV/vans after American cities.
Great review! To me, this Lexus doesn't look very good. I would much rather have the Toyota Grand Highlander variant of this platform
Anyone remember the Cylons from the old 1978 Battlestar Galactica TV show? That's what this grille looks like. 🤣
I was going to use the Cylon line but too many writers at the event were using it.
Cooper's is where I've had BBQ in Downtown Austin. It's where Charles Ballard took us.
Good to know. Thanks.
If the plug-in is built in Indiana that would be a first for Toyota I believe. And if the batteries are sourced from North America then this would qualify for a federal rebate.
And a mention of Victoria but no picture Tom!? Bad boy.
I believe she's in the wide product walkaround shots. Awesome drive partner.
@@DrivenCarReviews Found her on the internet. More a writer than a videographer; who likes driving vans to top of mountains.
@@tommihelich2613 I never pair with other video people. Writers have much less to do. That gives me more time.
@@DrivenCarReviews I’m chuckling Tom. Good thinking.
Good review but you should mention that the third row does not lay flat when it is down, There is about a 4 inch height difference front to back. Not good for a dog crate.
Wasn’t the first Lexus LS purpose built for the US?
LS was sold in different markets, not just the US. US was the only one that got the Lexus branding. And it was made in Japan. This is made in the US.
I don't get it. The RX350h has eCVT, while the RX500h has a 6-speed. I thought that eCVT either was incapable of higher torque, or was not sporty enough for the "F Sport" badge, but here we have top of the line TX with 3.5L + eCVT? What gives? If you don't know, could you ask Toyota/Lexus engineers for clarification about their choice of eCVT vs 6-speed next time you see them?
you should do the comparison between Grand highlander and TX)))
TX is quieter, more composed while driving, has higher grade interior materials and costs more. Also gets a choice of more tech. There ya go!
🖐😳 ok I’ll take one..any color. I’m car shopping fatigued and they all look the same, especially SUVs.
So many available options to raise the price to astronomical levels. Thanks but I'll take the Toyo Hybrid Max Platinum instead.
Had a deposit on a GH Hybrid Max, but after driving the 500f it was worth the premium, the GL is tinny, no where near as solid as the TX
It cracks me up when Europeans in the comments always gasp at Americans calling this a mid-size SUV - it's roughly the same length as an Audi A6 and much shorter than an A8, for reference
MSRPs are not that bad but don’t forget about dealers.
Ironworks is great. You should have gotten takeout for the flight home.
My flight was at 7AM so there's that.
I bet they’ll sell a bunch, it’s a Lexus and it’s big and priced accordingly with the competition.
That said it’s a little too similar to the grand highlander imo, and the base powertrain sounds a bit weak for how big of a car this is, especially considering people will load their families and stuff into these.
Just when they finally matured the horrendous spindle grill on Lexus SUVs they launch this on the world 😀😬
The grill is a recycled lawn chair
Yes!
They’ll sell a bunch…but man it looks like the generic car you see in the background of cartoons or video games
Lol spot on 😅
Not sure about that. The price for the hybrid model seems out of reach for most buyers (speaking for myself). I may have to look at the Grand Highlander hybrid model as that one is within my budget
The white Tx at the end is looked fierce.
6'1 Victoria, hey you single 😊😅
Why would Lexus purposely build this 3 row crossover with families in mind, only to make the three person bench available on the lowest trim?
When can we expect a Trivia R1S review to compare/contrast?
I don't do comparison videos so there's that...
that's the wedding haircut..? shame there's too much of interior difference between the range
7:03 if interested... _premium fuel_ is where i stopped watching.
This is a nice looking vehicle and can haul a lot of people and/or stuff. I think Lexus will sell a lot of these.
They got me haha
Wow that thing is an eye sore.
It’s nowhere near differentiated enough from the Grand Highlander.
You ought to have mentioned the Infiniti QX60, which, along with the Acura MDX, is an obvious competitor... and looks better inside and out.
Infiniti has dropped the ball so thoroughly, I literally forgot to mention it. I think it's more on it than me.
🇺🇸 I want the "GET OUT OF MY WAY, FU! " grille. This TX grille is Blah BLAH BORING!
Idk if this gonna be as big of a hit Lexus thinks it’s gonna be.
Not made in Japan? It might as well have been a Ford.
I prefer the GX and LX....hope they don't discontinue them
I think those are safe.
I find this vehicle extremely unimpressive. Especially considering it launched with the GX.
I don't see it that much different to grand highlander. Doesn't differentiate itself enough, looks wise, like the NX does with the Rav4
Maybe, but I suggest driving both back to back.
That's cause when you price out a GH, you are only saving a few grand. People that can afford the Lexus will prefer the quietness, smoothness and don't care that much about engines and grills. If you want an awesome engine and front grill, go buy a sports car...duh
When Escalades can run well north of 100k this seems like a great value (comparatively)
Kind of a different vehicle and the Cadillac has a more crafted cabin.
@@DrivenCarReviews absolutely, but I’d argue they both fill similar roles in most circumstances (family hauling/road tripping)
@@DrivenCarReviews in a similar vein to ridgeline vs full size pick ups I think a lot of Escalade drivers would find this more than satisfies their needs
@ianberry5562
Not really, especially when you factor in the superior tech, 4x4 system & V8 powertrain of the Escalade.
@@ianberry5562 The Escalade is really in a different class and I don't think owners would like the TX as much.
So, it's not a minivan.
IMO, this does not look like Premium Luxury cross over. Such a sad lazy design. Genesis will take over this segment from Lexus if they continue on this design "lack of effort" philosophy.
Maybe but for now, Genesis doesn’t offer anything even close to this. Sometimes it’s all about the packaging.
Good God that's ugly. Lexus and Toyota have really lost the script in the styling department. Nothing about that vehicle - inside or out - says "premium" to me. It's a gray blob with flat black wheels. Geezus.
To me, most modern vehicles are ugly. Mazda still makes some pretty cars.
They could barely hide the Toyota in it. Kinda disappointing.
No thanks, they all burn something!
That 2.4 turbo is too weak to pull such a heavy suv😢
It's fine. Not all vehicles need to do 0-60 in 4 seconds.
It's adequate compared to its N/A V6 competition.
"Very clean and easy pass to the third row" - show, not tell! In these jeans, it should be piece of cake. What a disappointing presentation by the Lexus rep. The three-row crossover is a flawed concept anyway - just buy a proper minivan, no one drives them off road. And this is what Toyota should make - a Lexus minivan. Minivans are considered limos in Asia, you should see Chinese luxury minivans. Spacious and sensible, can get in and out in a dignified manner.
Nobody needs a three row car--probably less than 1 percent of buyers will ever carry 8 people--and then only on occasion. The average occupancy of any vehicle at any time is less than 2.
Nobody? Glad you're not in product planning. I know 4 four families that need the ability of three rows.
It's not entirely about hauling people. It's about cargo space, too.
FWD biased, transverse engine, unibody?! What's the point? Get a minivan or wagon
No sunroof on even a top trim L E X U S should be criminal. Absolutely criminal.
Pano roofs are available. Lexus says it wants as much light as possible in.
@@DrivenCarReviewsI have three SUVs (2 Lexus and 1 Merc) with pano roof. I only got them because they came with the package. I don’t use any of the sunroofs and I’m glad I have the option not to get them
Sunroof is pretty useless. My current vehicle has one, I opened it like five times in seven years. I also had a convertible car, but drove with the top up most of the time - noise, dirt, heat and UV did not entice to open the top. Sunroof's only purpose is to stand up, sticking your head out, and shout drunken songs.
Sunroof/Pano uses has a lot to do with weather. I use my MDX Pano ALL the time after 5pm here in SoCal.
Sorry, but a vehicle has to have some outer looks, which is not in this model. I could not wake.up.and look at this vehicle paying this price. Even take $10k off and the looks in and out would turn me off. Sorry, I am just being honest.
What a joke Toyota, Interior not as nice as a CX90, driving dynamics not as good as the CX90.
Have you driven a TX 500f?
I4 turbo yikes
This looks too much like a highlander.
Looks nothing like a Highlander
@@DrivenCarReviews Wrong.
The TX is big letdown for me. It is ugly, base model is underpowered for what it is, and the hybrid models are overpriced. I could look over the ugly design and swallow the price tag for the hybrid drivetrain, but the lack of bench seats for the second row is a deal breaker. Capstains chairs make vehicles unusable for my family. Lexus, why don't you give us the bench seat as an option? I'll have to wait for the 2024 GX to replace my current vehicle. Very disappointed.
I get it. But nearly all automakers say that people don't really go for bench seats. They'll provide it but generally only on lower models.
@@DrivenCarReviews We are a family of five and our parents often stay with us for extended periods of time. I need a car that has seats for everybody and cargo capacity large enough for carrying our stuff.
I know minivans are spacious, and I have an aging Odyssey. Where I live, used Sieanna's sell near the MSRP and new ones are either impossible to find or you have to pay a dealer markup (upwards of $55k). Toyota is now offering two new vehicles that could give more options to potential Sieanna customers but the lack of bench seat (in hybrid models) makes the TX and Grand Highlander useless for minivan families.
I don't want to shop around different brands because reliability is our biggest concern (our Oddyses has been giving us headaches recently).
Now I am even thinking of getting a used LX 570. Yea, it is old school, technology is ancient, and it is not fuel efficient. But it is the closest thing to a nice, comfortable, somewhat spacious, and reliable vehicle for my whole family.
I’m glad you’re disappointed. Because I knew this was going to happen 😂😁. I called it on June 8th when this was unveiled that the tx was a letdown. I’m so glad it turned out that way 😁
No styling whatsoever!
Ooohhh.....nooooooooo..... built in Indiana??????? Ooohhhh, that's not good!!!!!! We all know American workers have very low work ethics......as evidenced by the poor fit-and-finish of the current Toyota Highlander, Camry, etc......
Holy shit does that interior look clunky and outdated!! wtf??
Lexus has the cheapest-looking interior of any luxury brand. I want to like them but just looks like overprice Toyota
How ugly can you make a vehicle?
Another ICE dinosaur!
I tried to tell all of you all over the internet that the tx was such a disappointment. None of you listened. You all had the audacity to laugh.
Well who’s laughing now huh?😂😁
it's just a highlander with different front and back bumper!!!
Hahahahahaha