The new Lexus TX isn’t the first three-row Lexus SUV, but it’s a more palatable one than the brand’s previous options. These included the body-on-frame LX and the more compact RX L. The LX has a truck-like ride and tends to be a bit big for urban families, not to mention that the third row is still tight. The RX L has the car-like ride crossover buyers crave but a nearly unusable third row. The TX entered the scene as the just-right option.
The TX offers six- and seven-passenger seating with just two seatbelts available in the third row and optional captain’s chairs in the second row. Though it is technically a midsize SUV, it’s on the large side of the spectrum, providing 851 millimetres of legroom in the third row and usable cargo space of 572 litres with all rows upright.
In addition to gas and hybrid powertrains — the U.S. gets a plug-in hybrid that hasn’t landed here yet, though Lexus Canada says it’s still in the long-term plans — the TX offers a lot of clever and practical features. These include moveable cupholders, a split-open centre arm rest for easy access, and a one-press button to access the third row. It also has a maximum towing capacity of 2,268 kilograms (5,000 pounds).
Competitors include the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, Genesis GV80, Infiniti QX60, Lincoln Aviator, and Volvo XC90. However, none of these options offers a conventional hybrid powertrain or as much third-row space.
Lexus TX: Cost, Reliability, and the Best Years to Buy
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Lexus TX years are the best?
Given the TX’s youth, there is little data to truly understand which model year is best. However, it’s worth noting that the 2025 model year has fewer recalls and consumer complaints than the 2024 model. Additionally, Consumer Reports gave the 2025 model a slightly higher predicted reliability score than 2024. Either way, Lexus is known for building sturdy, reliable cars and for offering good customer service at its dealerships, which should give you peace of mind.
What are the worst Lexus TX years?
Since we only had two model years to go on at the time of this writing, it was equally tricky to pick the worst. But looking at the data from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the old adage of not selecting a first model year seems to hold true. The 2024 model year has more recalls and complaints than 2025, but that’s not to say it’s terrible.
Is a used Lexus TX a good deal?
Any time you can shave depreciation off your cost of ownership, that’s at least a small deal. Because this vehicle is still so new and currently in its first generation, you aren’t going to find bargain basement deals, especially since Lexus vehicles tend to hold their value. If you can find a pre-owned 2024 model, you’ll likely shave $5,000 to $10,000 off the original MSRP.
Lexus TX Pros and Cons
Pros
- Spacious interior
- Comfortable and quiet cabin
- Impressive technology
Cons
- Polarizing front styling
- Aggravating steering wheel controls
Lexus TX Generations
Lexus TX First Generation (2024–Present)
Based on the Toyota Grand Highlander, which was launched at the same time, the Lexus TX is a roomy three-row luxury SUV built on Toyota’s global GA-K platform shared with the RX and the NX. While the overall profile and design is conservative, the grille is potentially polarizing with some characterizing it as cartoonish.
In Canada, the Lexus TX offered two powertrains at launch, a gas-only TX 350 and a hybrid TX 500h. The more fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid TX 550h+ hasn’t yet been sold in Canada as of this writing, but Lexus Canada says it is slated to arrive in the future. The TX 350 is equipped with a 275-horsepower 2.4-litre inline four-cylinder engine, which is also shared with RX and the NX. In Canada, and all-wheel drive (AWD) is standard. The only transmission is an eight-speed automatic.
The Lexus TX 500h gets a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine and two electric motors for a total system output of 366 hp. This hybrid system is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and also comes with standard AWD. When it does arrive, the Lexus TX 550h+ will also have AWD and combines a 3.5-litre V6 with two electric motors for a total system output of 404 hp and an expected all-electric driving range of up to 53 kilometres.
At launch, the Lexus TX 350 was available with three packages: Luxury, Ultra Luxury, and Executive. The Lexus TX 500h was offered in F Sport Performance 2 and F Sport Performance 3 configurations.
Standard features included NuLuxe synthetic leather-trimmed seats, a 14-inch touchscreen with the Lexus Interface infotainment system, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, three-zone automatic climate control, seven USB ports, LED headlights and fog lights, heated and ventilated front seats with driver’s seat memory, a heated steering wheel, heated outboard second-row seats, power-folding third row seats, a panoramic sunroof, and ambient lighting.
Available features with the Lexus TX included a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a head-up display, second-row captain’s chairs, front and rear parking sensors, semi-aniline leather seats, ventilated outboard second-row seats, and a hands-free power liftgate. A 21-speaker Mark Levinson premium surround sound system and a level 2 hands-free Traffic Jam Assist system were also available.
All TX models were fitted with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 as standard, which included features such as a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, dynamic radar cruise control, lane tracing assist, lane departure alert with steer assist, an emergency driving stop system, road sign assist, and proactive driving assist. Though the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety hadn’t fully tested the TX at the time of writing, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave it an overall five-Star Safety Rating.
The Lexus TX is relatively new, so it’s not yet widespread on the Canadian used vehicle market. Prices range from just under $60,000 for 2024 TX 350 Luxury models to roughly $80,000 for higher-package like-new units. The majority of TXs available used are the TX 350, while the TX 500h hybrid remains rarer find as of this writing.
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