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NEW CARS

2026 Lexus LX: Hybrid Muscle Meets Flagship Luxury

Lexus doesn’t like to tinker much with its crown jewel, and for good reason. The LX has spent decades cementing its reputation as the brand’s ultimate expression of capability wrapped in luxury. For 2026, the LX receives subtle but meaningful updates that refine its formula rather than reinvent it—though this year marks an important milestone with the expanded availability of the hybrid-powered LX 700h.

A Trim for Every Taste

The 2026 LX lineup stretches from the “entry-level” Premium model at just under $108,000 to the indulgent Ultra Luxury grade, which now crosses the $140,000 threshold. Between those extremes, Lexus offers flavors for nearly every buyer: the sporty F SPORT Handling, the refined Luxury, and the Overtrail, a grade designed for those who actually intend to get their LX muddy.

New this year is an F SPORT Appearance Package, exclusive to the 700h F SPORT Handling. It adds body-color bumper accents, black mirror caps, and subtle aero tweaks that lean more toward style than substance.

The Overtrail: Where the Real Action Is

Among the lineup, the Overtrail trim remains the standout for enthusiasts who value function over flash. Think of it as Lexus’s way of acknowledging the growing crowd of overlanders who want leather seats but also a front skid plate.

The Overtrail wears 33-inch all-terrain tires on 18-inch wheels, matte gray grille trim, and darkened exterior accents that play down the glitz. More importantly, it adds front and rear locking differentials, a 2,400-watt inverter, and a waterproof hybrid battery housing that allows for nearly 28 inches of water fording. Inside, semi-aniline leather in earthy hues pairs with Black Open-Pore wood to remind you this is still a Lexus, even if you’re climbing a rock garden.

Two Powertrains, Both Twin-Turbocharged

The LX continues to ride on Toyota’s GA-F body-on-frame platform, the same architecture underpinning the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series. The big news is the hybridized 700h, which pairs a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor and nickel-metal hydride battery for a combined 457 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. That’s a serious step up from the non-hybrid 600, which delivers 409 hp and 479 lb-ft from the same engine. Both engines pair with a 10-speed automatic and can tow 8,000 pounds.

The hybrid also adds some unique off-road tricks. In low range, the electric motor can deliver power independently for delicate throttle modulation over rocks or snow. Lexus even engineered a waterproof tray for the hybrid battery, complete with a sensor that alerts the driver if water somehow makes it inside.

Fuel economy improves slightly, with the 700h rated at 20 mpg combined—hardly Prius numbers, but meaningful in a 6,000-pound SUV.

Ride, Handling, and the Lexus Driving Signature

Lexus spent time tuning the LX’s ride for 2026, with new cab mount cushions designed to quell low-frequency vibrations. The suspension remains a mix of double-wishbone up front and multi-link in the rear, paired with Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) and Active Height Control (AHC) as standard across the lineup.

The result? The LX still leans heavily toward comfort, but Lexus claims improved steering response and body rigidity that bring it closer to its so-called Lexus Driving Signature. We’ll reserve judgment until we sample it, but history suggests that “on-road agility” is relative in a 6,000-pound luxury SUV.

Inside: Massages, Screens, and Mark Levinson

Step inside, and the LX reminds you why it wears a six-figure price tag. Every grade features a driver-focused cockpit with dual touchscreens (12.3-inch upper and 7.0-inch lower), a head-up display, and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Opt for the Ultra Luxury, and rear passengers get VIP treatment: massaging seats with curved headrests, independent climate controls, and even a wireless charging pad in back. Lexus doesn’t skimp on audio either—the available 25-speaker Mark Levinson surround system is tuned specifically for the LX’s cavernous cabin.

Practical touches remain, too, including available power-folding third-row seating, a cargo shelf system in hybrid models, and a beefy 2,400-watt inverter that can power everything from a campsite to a tailgate party.

Safety and Tech

Every LX now comes standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, which includes pedestrian detection, radar cruise with curve management, lane-tracing assist, and a host of collision-avoidance features. Tech-savvy owners also get cloud-based navigation, over-the-air updates, and the option to control certain features remotely via the Lexus app.

Pricing

  • LX 600 Premium: $107,950
  • LX 600 F SPORT Handling: $114,950
  • LX 600 Luxury: $116,950
  • LX 700h Overtrail: $116,685
  • LX 700h F SPORT Handling: $118,950
  • LX 700h Luxury: $120,950
  • LX 700h Ultra Luxury: $142,450

(All prices include a $1,450 destination fee.)

The 2026 Lexus LX isn’t here to rewrite its playbook. Instead, it sharpens its edges, adds capability where it counts, and introduces a hybrid powertrain that makes the SUV both more powerful and marginally more efficient. Whether you’re a boardroom executive, an overlanding enthusiast, or someone who simply wants the biggest Lexus with the plushest seats, the LX lineup continues to deliver on its promise: uncompromising luxury wrapped around serious off-road bones.

Source: Lexus

CONCEPT CARS

Lexus Glam LX Concept: The SUV That Doubles as a Dressing Room on Wheels

If you’ve ever wished your luxury SUV could double as a backstage beauty lounge, Lexus has just rolled out your dream ride. Meet the Lexus Glam LX, a one-off concept that turns the red carpet experience into a full-on mobile glam suite. Forget heated seats and massaging cushions—this LX is outfitted for makeup touch-ups, wardrobe changes, and last-minute nail fixes before you even step out of the driveway.

Lexus calls the Glam LX “a bold statement of design and innovation applied in a completely unexpected way.” Translation: it’s an SUV for the fashion-forward, a vehicle that puts self-expression above all else. Senior marketing manager Lisa McQueen summed it up best: “The Glam LX celebrates the latest chapter of Lexus, one that goes beyond comfort and craftsmanship to connect with our guests’ passions.”

Built in collaboration with Texas-based Complete Customs, the Glam LX wears a pearl symphony chameleon wrap that shifts in the light, accented by crystal-faceted badging that wouldn’t look out of place on a jewelry display. Inside, pink-and-white stitched leather collides with plush mohair, silk, and stone inlay—an interior less “off-road adventure” and more “couture runway.”

But it’s the features list that makes this LX truly shine:

  • Trunk Vanity & Dressing Suite: French doors open to reveal dual illuminated Robern mirrors, pullout chairs, and a retractable privacy screen. There’s even an LED-lit clothing rack and acrylic drawers for accessories.
  • Manicure Station: The front passenger seat is home to a nail bar with UV/LED lighting, ideal for a quick polish before a gala.
  • Second-Row Beauty Studio: The back seat transforms into a professional-grade makeup space, complete with stone-inlay tray tables, a dropdown illuminated mirror, and a halo-lit skylight for flawless lighting.
  • Smart Storage: Hot tool holders, integrated outlets, a refrigerated makeup console, and an LED handbag compartment mean essentials are always at hand.

The Glam LX won’t be showing up at your Lexus dealer anytime soon. Instead, it’s a marketing showpiece, set to appear at select brand activations throughout the year. But in an industry where “lifestyle” has become as important as horsepower, Lexus makes a convincing case that the ultimate luxury is not speed or power—but personalization and self-expression.

Call it over-the-top. Call it ingenious. Either way, the Lexus Glam LX proves that when the red carpet starts in your driveway, there’s no such thing as being overdressed.

Source: Lexus America

News

Lexus Celebrates 20 Years in Japan With Breakdancing, a Surprise BEV, and the World Premiere of the New IS

Toyota isn’t exactly known for throwing wild anniversary parties—but Lexus just proved that even luxury automakers can cut loose when the occasion calls for it. On September 9, roughly 5,000 dealership staff gathered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, for a sprawling celebration of Lexus’s 20-year history in Japan.

While Chairman Akio Toyoda couldn’t attend in person, he surprised the audience with a recorded message of gratitude—and a strange invitation to “play with them.” Enter: a troupe of men in Morizo masks who stormed the stage, breakdancing and delivering street performances that set the tone for the day.

But this wasn’t just a corporate pep rally. The event doubled as a look back at two decades of Lexus milestones, complete with a quiz where participants had to identify models based on nothing but their engine note. (Yes, apparently some Lexus staff can tell an LFA from an IS F by ear alone.)

The biggest news came from Lexus president Koji Sato, who’s been part of the brand’s journey since 2005, first as an engineer and now as its top executive. Sato took the stage to preview a concept for a next-generation battery-electric vehicle—a hint at where the brand’s design and technology are headed. Then he dropped a genuine world premiere: the new Lexus IS.

“The Lexus is a brand we all built together,” Sato told the audience. “Let’s all discover a new Lexus that we’ve never seen before.”

For many in attendance, the sentiment struck home. Dealership staff called Lexus “part of my life” and pledged to carry the brand forward into its next decade. If the first 20 years were about carving out a place in Japan’s competitive luxury market, the next 10 look set to be defined by electrification, design experimentation, and, apparently, a little breakdancing flair.

Source: Toyota