The 2025 Lexus LX 700h is an upscale yet capable off-roader — especially with the hybrid-exclusive Overtrail+ packaging that comes with the base model in Canada

The Lexus LX levels up for 2025, adding a hybrid powertrain for the first time. It enhances the fourth-generation LX, which has been around since the 2022 model year. The LX’s fish-faced grille hasn’t gotten any easier to stomach since then, but over-the-top luxury amenities and refined details put the LX in the same luxury SUV class as the Cadillac Escalade, BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLS, and Land Rover Range Rover. The new Overtrail+ packaging, which is the base model in Canada and is offered with an extra-cost third row, gives the 2025 LX a leg up in the off-road department, too.

Verdict: On road, this new Lexus LX Hybrid prioritizes power over fuel economy, and the effortless acceleration is noticeable and appreciated. Leaving the pavement, the new Overtrail+ configuration tackle tough obstacles with ease. Combine the driving prowess with in-cabin comfort and luxury features, and the 2025 Lexus LX 700h can manage both on- and off-road adventures equally well.