It would need a front locking differential to reach the overkill level. 😁 Luxury buyers with outdoorsy aspirations often like to ski. The Toyota /Lexus decision to drop the 40/20/40 second row from the GX, Land Cruiser and 4Runner is inexplicable and frankly indefensible.
Agreed, unnecessary for most people...But then again, many vehicle purchases dont make much sense (luxury brands as a whole are all strictly irrational purchases). So I have to hand it to Lexus for bringing this hip looking design that stands out in a sea of blobby new crossovers. And I also applaud them for including some traditional interior controls like the PRNDL gearshifter.
Ethan , I am giving you a 🥇 for the title of this video and I will go one step farther. I am old enough to remember when the vast majority of people driving body-on-frame 4X4s were people who actually needed them. Once we accept what a frivolous indulgence 4X4s have become today, the pressure to worry about their ludicrous prices is completely eliminated. 😉
I looked at a Rover and told the salesman I had looked at the GX the previous day. He told me that IF you get a Rover make sure you least it for no more than 36mos and rotate them out.
Being content with my 2014 Corolla with 150K miles and being far removed from a car payment while still getting 35mpg has become a way better feeling than driving some contraption with a large payment that has the capability to cross the Sahara, when I just need to go to/from work and run general errands like most people. I love cars, especially the obscure ones that Ethan reviews, but these overland vehicles and roided out pickups that people drive to an office park or kids to practice just make me laugh. These companies are just appealing to your emotions and trying to trap you with big financial burdens. Work towards freedom, not more unnecessary bs.
Great review. Please stop saying this vehicle is expensive. People pay $90,000 plus for a Ford Bronco Raptor or a Range Rover, both with horrible reliability. This is an excellent value for the money-worth every penny.
THANK YOU!!! I’m 6’5” and finally I’ve come across a tall guy doing a vehicle review! I have subscribed!!! I like the GX 550. I like the Overtrail and not for taking off road. In my area some of the streets and roads can be pretty rough, so I like having something that can handle the potholes, ruts and bumps. 🫡💪🏽👍🏽
I'm not a Lexus fan, but boy that's one ugly vehicle. Overkill and just not at all what I think the original Lexus brand was about: Luxury in a quiet way. All these SUV's by Lexus, Cadillac, Buick, Lincoln and such are so stupid and moronic. I hate every one. I'm a Cadillac guy and own two older sedans. One is even a Cimarron which was a re-badged Chevy Cavalier with nicer trim. I think that's more Cadillac than these silly Escalades. I used to be a huge Buick fan. Today there isn't one thing in the Buick line that I'd buy. The fact that so many people keep buying these over-sized SUV's and trucks is just proof that gas prices are way too low.
What do you think of the Lexus GX550 Overtrail+? Perfect spec or overkill?
It would need a front locking differential to reach the overkill level. 😁 Luxury buyers with outdoorsy aspirations often like to ski. The Toyota /Lexus decision to drop the 40/20/40 second row from the GX, Land Cruiser and 4Runner is inexplicable and frankly indefensible.
Agreed, unnecessary for most people...But then again, many vehicle purchases dont make much sense (luxury brands as a whole are all strictly irrational purchases). So I have to hand it to Lexus for bringing this hip looking design that stands out in a sea of blobby new crossovers.
And I also applaud them for including some traditional interior controls like the PRNDL gearshifter.
Ethan , I am giving you a 🥇 for the title of this video and I will go one step farther. I am old enough to remember when the vast majority of people driving body-on-frame 4X4s were people who actually needed them. Once we accept what a frivolous indulgence 4X4s have become today, the pressure to worry about their ludicrous prices is completely eliminated. 😉
You hit the nail on the head. Great resale, great brand recognition, and will highly coveted down the road as well.
That super long nose limits its off road abilities the moment you leave smooth dirt roads.
I appreciate you making note of how dangerous these cars are
My buddy just bought a + in green, it's definitely the spec to have. The big wheels on the pavement oriented trim just look goofy imo.
I just got one and I really like it. Might even use it on some trails :).
I looked at a Rover and told the salesman I had looked at the GX the previous day.
He told me that IF you get a Rover make sure you least it for no more than 36mos and rotate them out.
Being content with my 2014 Corolla with 150K miles and being far removed from a car payment while still getting 35mpg has become a way better feeling than driving some contraption with a large payment that has the capability to cross the Sahara, when I just need to go to/from work and run general errands like most people. I love cars, especially the obscure ones that Ethan reviews, but these overland vehicles and roided out pickups that people drive to an office park or kids to practice just make me laugh. These companies are just appealing to your emotions and trying to trap you with big financial burdens. Work towards freedom, not more unnecessary bs.
Amen. I’m in a 2006 with 280,000 and live in a $1.3M house.
I do like this GX though.
The New 2025 GX overtrail is now $3000 more than previous with 1 inch lift.
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Thank you!
Was watching another review yesterday for the base GX and it was not great. The Overtrain + would be the one to get.
I really wish the GX was heavy enough to qualify for the tax write off.
Great review. Please stop saying this vehicle is expensive. People pay $90,000 plus for a Ford Bronco Raptor or a Range Rover, both with horrible reliability. This is an excellent value for the money-worth every penny.
THANK YOU!!! I’m 6’5” and finally I’ve come across a tall guy doing a vehicle review! I have subscribed!!!
I like the GX 550. I like the Overtrail and not for taking off road. In my area some of the streets and roads can be pretty rough, so I like having something that can handle the potholes, ruts and bumps. 🫡💪🏽👍🏽
These new GXs are hard to get right now, while the Land Cruiser you can just walk in and even pay below sticker
Which trail were you driving on?
Some of the dirt roads within Rowher Flat OHV, just north of Los Angeles.
It’s the affordable Japanese G Class version and hardly not many people have it yet so you won’t see yourself coming and going
If normal buyer just buy gx premium ekds seystem is not only for off roading and if they buyer doesn’t know ekds forget it 😂
Lazlo Bane! 👍
who goes to malls these days?
I'm not a Lexus fan, but boy that's one ugly vehicle. Overkill and just not at all what I think the original Lexus brand was about: Luxury in a quiet way. All these SUV's by Lexus, Cadillac, Buick, Lincoln and such are so stupid and moronic. I hate every one. I'm a Cadillac guy and own two older sedans. One is even a Cimarron which was a re-badged Chevy Cavalier with nicer trim. I think that's more Cadillac than these silly Escalades.
I used to be a huge Buick fan. Today there isn't one thing in the Buick line that I'd buy. The fact that so many people keep buying these over-sized SUV's and trucks is just proof that gas prices are way too low.
You understand 'momentum' ? If those hills were so easy, stop using it.