That split tailgate on R1S is awesome! I wish Lexus had designed the GX with a split tailgate instead of that glass hatch - split tailgate is much more usable!
The best things on LC 250 are;
1. The air-con rear vents
2. Digital rear view mirror
3. The Land Cruiser Badge
Not much else that the GX doesnt get or exceeds.
If they announce rear seat AC vents and digital RVM - I'll likely wait for the 2026 models. But I doubt owing to tariffs they will add more features without increasing the prices..
Despite wheelbase and underlying platform being same, I've heard LX feels and rides much bigger (less nimble) on the road and the trails. Whats your perspective on that @yesitsqk ?
Bumping this thread up - Do we anticipate prices coming up/down due to trade deal with Japanese auto?
https://www.reuters.com/business/trump-strikes-tariff-deal-with-japan-auto-stocks-surge-2025-07-23/
My wish list: (in order of desirability)
1. Bigger Capacity Fuel tank : My puny Carrera GTS has a factory extended fuel tank with 23.7 gallons - GX is much bigger, unsure what was engineering decision to stick with smaller fuel tank than a sport car!
2. Split tailgate: LCs are known for this...
Awesome! Would you know if the Hardware is different between US vs China/Japan spec headlamps or is it just the matter of software update?
In the US market - Tesla as well as Rivian both now have factory Adaptive lights, I am thinking its probably not per manufacturer, but regulations have...