Lexus' flagship SUV combines luxury with genuine off-road talent, with a standard hybrid drivetrain paired to a body-on-frame. We hit the mud to test it out.

The Lexus LX has been the brand’s go-anywhere SUV flagship for years, and most recently came in for a new generation back in 2022. There’s just been one thing missing, something Lexus (and Toyota) are renowned for: a hybrid powertrain.

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The latest iteration of the LX arrived in the U.S. for the 2022 model year. The LX 600 grade features a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6, making 409 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. A 10-speed automatic gearbox hooks up to a full-time four-wheel drive system.

For 2025, the Lexus LX has gone gas-electric with a new hybrid powertrain. Brand leaders now call it the flagship vehicle, and at $141,350 the LX 700h Ultra Luxury edition more than earns that merit badge.

The Lexus LX is turning 30 this year. Remember, it arrived in Canada before the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator as the Japanese luxury brand’s first SUV. While not as popular as some of its flashier rivals,

Auto123 gets in a first drive of the 2025 Lexus LX 700h, which marks a turning point for the luxury SUV with the arrival of an electrified variant.

The Lexus LX gets its long-awaited hybrid powertrain for 2025, along with cabin tweaks and a rugged Overtrail trim. It's still a bit small for a full-size luxury SUV, but it offers a blend of durability,

Lexus has revealed pricing and performance specifications for the 2025 LX 700h. The $115,350 luxury SUV has a hybridized V6 with 457 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque. The LX 600 remains available, but a trimmed lineup has sent prices soaring.

For customers seeking a paradigm of performance and an adventure-ready SUV, the wait is finally over. The 2025 Lexus LX has arrived with pure power, superior on-road agility, and heightened off-road capability and confidence.

Discover the luxury and hybrid power of the 2025 Lexus LX 700h. This SUV redefines standards with premium comfort, off-road capability, and eco-friendly innovations, exemplified by the Bardessono Hotel in Napa Valley.