2024 Lexus GX 550 Overtrail Off-Road Test

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Күн бұрын

Testing the off-road features of the 2024 Lexus GX 550 Overtrail. Is this the ultimate luxury overland vechile? We put it to the test!
#lexus #toyota #offroad
CONTENTS
00:00 - Introduction
00:32 - Features
07:00 - Course Layout
10:26 - Off-Road Test
17:10 - Crawl Control
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@cshader2488 Ай бұрын

The GX now has rock sliders as an option

@dfaro8453 Ай бұрын

Boxier vehicles are making a comeback.

@jgusr5550 Ай бұрын

lol… they will never see a single rock

@alanbildzukewicz7336 Ай бұрын

Speak for yourself. Considering one and games on if I pull the trigger.

@mononeo Ай бұрын

I'm taking mine off road the day it comes in to prove all the naysayers wrong. @@jgusr5550

@thebig12conference73 9 күн бұрын

@@dfaro8453 yes I expect to see more models soon The correct terminology is BODY ON FRAME SUV vs unabody

@Elijah-fc3ex Ай бұрын

That's one of the best looking vehicles I've seen in a long time

@nathanielschaffer Ай бұрын

I agree love the modern boxy look

@redwhite_040 Ай бұрын

and one of the most expensive

@Elijah-fc3ex Ай бұрын

@@redwhite_040 yeah I'll be damned if I'm going to spend 70k+ on a car

@plutodestroyer12 Ай бұрын

toyota has been on fire lately

@danielluo6499 Ай бұрын

Best looking lexis suv in the decade. What is funny is that. This vehicle is the same company that designed the Lexus tx. The most ugly looking vehicle of the decade 😅

@nazmulhasansajib7568 Ай бұрын

this thing is masterpiece... luxury and off-road combined.

@chrisridebike8 Ай бұрын

And reliability!

@Nigel8Chelsea 21 күн бұрын

@@chrisridebike8 but 250mi on a full tank.....

@chrisridebike8 21 күн бұрын

@@Nigel8Chelsea not sure where you got that number. rated at 15 mpg city with a 21 gal tank. that's 300+ miles there. 21 mpg highway....you could probably squeak out 400 miles from a tank on the highway if you are stock

@Nigel8Chelsea 21 күн бұрын

@@chrisridebike8 I got that number from the video lol. But yes, theoretically, you're right. Regardless, that's a lot of $$$ per month to top up

@chrisridebike8 21 күн бұрын

@@Nigel8Chelsea ah. I watched the video like 3 weeks ago so I didn’t remember that.

@necbal Ай бұрын

More off-road content never hurt anyone :)

@XtianJade Ай бұрын

This has everything: Luxury, comfort, ruggedness, good looks and reliability.

@calvin- Ай бұрын

This is probably my favorite vehicle to come out in a long time. I would have a _huge_ payment, but this Lexus is beautiful.

@matthewschiebout7384 Ай бұрын

beautiful until a very few owners actually "overland" with it...

@SaltyDog69 Ай бұрын

@@matthewschiebout7384Means that you should be able to get a good used one in a few years.

@spdcrzy Ай бұрын

@@matthewschiebout7384 not true. Lexus owners do a LOT more overlanding than owners of their competitors' trucks.

@marekw.9816 Ай бұрын

Never thought a Lexus SUV would look better than a Land Rover, but here we are.

@thedetective8150 Ай бұрын

My local SoCal Lexus dealers are selling the new 2024 GX 550s that start at $103k+. I am glad I bought my 2023 GX 460 luxury edition with an off-road package for $63k and 2.49% Lexus financing.

@johnfitzgerald1879 Ай бұрын

Let that dealer know you won’t be rewarding their bad behavior of price gouging. And let them know you are going over to the Rivian showroom-that’ll piss them off.

@OldelCpt Ай бұрын

Off-road package on GX 460? Do they trim the front grill to get better approach angle?

@stormforge68 Ай бұрын

@@johnfitzgerald1879I’ll take an Ineos Grenadier over a Rivian any day. But that’s just me.

@thedetective8150 Ай бұрын

⁠@@OldelCptI wish they did. I will eventually trim it when I install a stealth bumper.

@jaredpowell4108 Ай бұрын

This Overtrail at 69k is a bargain

@rondail5675 Ай бұрын

I like the exterior lines, the squared edges, and the rugged look. So many SUV's look similar.

@TheSandipDev Ай бұрын

Nice start to a Saturday. Thank you sir

@nickcheema907 Ай бұрын

The perfect vehicle for the thousands who will off road their new GX's! Lexus needs to offer a version with a winch, rock sliders, ladder and roof tent.

@Dmeech100 Ай бұрын

Majority of people buying this new will NOT off-road it, so why offer those things? It’s the second/third owners who will be modding for off-road, and Lexus is out of the loop at that point so why bother?

@ozman528 Ай бұрын

Aftermarket will look after this mate I have a twin turbo V8 Sahara and I am looking at a deposit on an overtrail next week. In Australia it looks like we only get three grades - our overtrail being a mix of overtrail and overtrail plus. I don't live in the outback anymore so diesel vs petrol is less of a thing. The only concern I have is fuel tank capacity.

@ozman528 Ай бұрын

It's a fair point although plenty will, I'm happy to be an outlier in this respect. Got some thinking to do between this and a 300 series GR in the next week.@@Dmeech100

@tomweaver7723 Ай бұрын

@@Dmeech100I will. I ordered one as a strictly off road vehicle. It will not be my daily.

@Dmeech100 Ай бұрын

⁠@@tomweaver7723you’re gonna use an $80k luxury as your strictly off-road vehicle? 😂😂😂

@garrettdraper3609 Ай бұрын

I’ll never get tired of Ryan’s video structure, super detailed and organized, not to mention entertaining and so many new vehicles. Keep it up!

@Douglas.N. Ай бұрын

I appreciate that you built and put this test vehicle through a respectable off-road trail!

@rsKayiira Ай бұрын

This machine looks sick in black!!

@Chineywhale Ай бұрын

Such a great redesign. Can’t keep my eyes off it. Gonna age so well.

@gritnltw Ай бұрын

Owner of an RX, love this one. Shall we change it and have the budget, that's the one I will consider. My 4yo son this morning asked me to play your video of the Rav4 and Forester on the snow, while he was holding his Rav4 toy car.

@redwhite_040 Ай бұрын

indoctrinated by his dad.

@bluethundar Ай бұрын

Start him early dad

@bluestt6898 17 күн бұрын

Was he playing with barbies too?

@jamisonjamisonx Ай бұрын

I love the new GX...I often daydream of a hybrid powered version (or even the current twin-turbo version would be amazing)...and I start thinking of what body parts I can sell to get one. but, gotta say, I'm not in love with the pop-out rear glass. My current 5th gen 4Runner (and I think all 4Runners) have rear glass that rolls down with a button on the center console and by putting the key in the tailgate and turning it (left down, right up). It's awesome, and I often roll the rear glass down to give my pups some fresh air or just whenever it's a beautiful 70ish degrees outside and I can. I've even rolled it down on the freeway at 75mph and I could barely even perceive any difference in sound. it's just really cool. The tech exists, it's been around on 4Runners since Napoleon. I get the pop-out glass is cheaper, but this is a lexus...cheaper isn't exactly the point. Not sure why, but I fully expected the new GX and Land Cruiser to have roll down rear glass...it makes me a little sad that they don't, but I guess happy that I have what I have and get to keep all my body parts.

@WW-wf8tu Ай бұрын

That (E)KDSS is fantastic. Love my KDSS on my 4R. I hope more people tune into that and make it a standard feature, instead of an option. Glad you got to experience it on your course here. I think it sort of proved my theory about how much easier it is to get through there with it, then w/out it.

@drivingsports Ай бұрын

The flex at 20:08 is 🤩

@lukiw7044 Ай бұрын

I was just waiting for You take it to Yours course. Great off road review. Greetings

@Android-Zen Ай бұрын

If I had money, I’d get one of these. 😅 love how boxy and functional it is. And it’s a Lexus!

@AndyNC Ай бұрын

I was never a Lexus Fan, but this one is quite nice. Looks great and awesome performance.

@RoscoePumpernickel Ай бұрын

New subscribers here. I really enjoy your realistic scenario videos.

@rightlanehog3151 Ай бұрын

Ryan, I hope you have been over the course with a metal detector to determine whether or not more saw blades are half-buried on your property. Besides, you have probably always wanted a metal detector and now you have a valid reason to get one. 😉😉

@rayandolina11 Ай бұрын

Thanks for another great video on this vehicle Ryan! My allocation is the OT+ in this color. Rock rails from factory (didn't want them but after this video glad they're on it). Due late April...we'll see. 👍

@303MoTo Ай бұрын

Yep this would definitely get me to Costco. Great video! Been watching you a while, your channel and content has really expanded and grown! Awesome work.

@05EVORS 20 күн бұрын

Yes this is the ultimate 'Kirklander' flex

@slvrbck8741 11 күн бұрын

Great video, as always... I recently took one of these on a short test drive at Lexus... loved it.Smooth,light and very nimble feeling for its mass. Perfect ride position as a driver with a nice high perch and comfortable cockpit. These videos are great. What a life! Lol

@HONORYOUROATH 17 күн бұрын

Absolutely love this channel. Ryan is just such a down to Earth likable guy.

@caseyalves256 Ай бұрын

Man she looks good in black!

@FCBoulder 5 күн бұрын

Excellent video - great course you built as a testing ground. Bravo.

@Sertsch Ай бұрын

Fantastic Test! Thank you.

@juliocontreras7985 Ай бұрын

Excellent review! Good job!

@2URLex Ай бұрын

Fantastic video, can’t wait to see the aftermarket approach with these new GXs. Looks even better in the offroad environment.

@jakemaughan3818 Ай бұрын

You can option rock sliders with the gx aswell. It's on their build site at least. Can't wait for 2040 when I can afford one!

@drivingsports Ай бұрын

Just checked and you’re of course right. Missed that when we first looked.

@thinker2328 Ай бұрын

Awesome video man!

@timd7947 Ай бұрын

Great video. super informative. Looking forward to getting one of the first Overtail +'s in April - at least that's what I'm being told right now:)

@RichardVac Ай бұрын

It's such an amazing! Vehicle, love! It

@alexwong553 29 күн бұрын

can't wait for the hybrid version!! Great video as usual!

@Gvrpguy Ай бұрын

I love your automotive content. Your reviews and adventures are top-notch and always hit the spot. Keep up the awesome work, looking forward to what’s next! #DrivingSportsTVFan”

@artsmsp Ай бұрын

Love the way this new GX looks.

@pinkipipe Ай бұрын

Wow …..👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Love it !!!

@MegaRetr Ай бұрын

Thats such an amazing vehicle) thanks)

@gunzyb Ай бұрын

Great test!

@ta3000 Ай бұрын

Great review.

@nicksteinberg6621 Ай бұрын

Dream machine!

@flubberlane8437 Ай бұрын

That's a beautiful interior !

@miggs.countrymusic Ай бұрын

This is such a great build. Great video content too. Question, did you air down at all for your off-road test, or did I miss that?

@mikedurling2111 Ай бұрын

Yesssss best off road reviewer around!

@citadel1999 Ай бұрын

That front door closing sound at 14:18 is where it gets you gelandewagen daydreaming. :)

@gerardcura8768 Ай бұрын

Toyota / Lexus really need to up the size of tires on its SUV’s and trucks to at least 285. These 265’s just look wrong. “Like skipping leg day” in the gym.

@michellelanden3017 Ай бұрын

Ryan really loves to show off the off-road stuff ✌

@thimvannthai7017 2 күн бұрын

Nice review 🎉🇰🇭

@jaredpowell4108 Ай бұрын

Love this. A real SUV.

@rsstnnr76 Ай бұрын

I'd buy one today if I had the money. I love the boxy look.

@lunamaria1048 3 күн бұрын

I have one reserved. I'm 29 years old now, have a new excellent medical career, and owned two 5th gen 4Runners over the past 11 years, dislike the current GX, so happy to FINALLY be getting a trustworthy 4x4 that is actually modern lol

@ConfirmedPatriot 22 күн бұрын

The tread depth on that press vehicle looked pretty minimal. Great off-road stuff ….thx !!

@BrakeForLoop Ай бұрын

The GX makes me want to go explore. Will definitely keep an eye out for the hybrid version.

@DavidCartwright-ih6ds Ай бұрын

Clearance needs to be increased to 10" for better offroading.

@M.G.jun. Ай бұрын

A really great course. It has now become a really extensive route. The only thing missing is the steep climb. And the Lexus is great too.

@aktr9955 Ай бұрын

A unique combination of everything.. 😮

@thebig12conference73 9 күн бұрын

Solid review mate, I am debating between the OVERTRAIL and OVETRAIL +. I think you did a SOLID review and you can liv with the OVERTRAIL save that $8,000-10,000 mark up(if you add ML audio). Engineering background, I think we would all appreciate if you for you next video, do a SIDE BY SIDE COMPARASON BETWEEN THE OVETRAIL AND OVETRAIL +. You could break it down if the upgrades are worth the mark up.; Solid review hit the like button most likely my next SUV Body on Frame SUV's are making a comeback

@stefanoshaju7566 Ай бұрын

crawl control is a feature where it is used in sand. when you get stuck in sand it helps with wheel breaking and gets out of the sand easily

@WayApp Ай бұрын

Masterpiece

@crazygrey8706 Ай бұрын

Nice review fam.. guy's what yall think about the gls off road capabilities

@williamvanshellenbeck8643 14 күн бұрын

Great video! Really explores the capability of the truck. If I had any critical feedback it would be the timing of showcasing the Crawl Control feature. It would have worked superbly through the rock garden, but you don’t really “crawl” through mud. For mud you need some wheel spin to fling the mud from the all-terrain lugs. My worthless opinion.

@FineLinePimpin Ай бұрын

So few years ago I ws looking to replace my awesome mildly lifted 2012 4Runner as I had grew bored with it, like I do with many vehicles - Hey at least I admit I have a problem lol. I had wanted a new bronco, but after looking at them that changed. So I figured I would wait, sold the 4runner to a buddy and bought the wife a Explorer ST. This new GX550 is now my next vehicle as I prefer its non hybrid drivetrain over the LC. It will be interesting to see what Toyota does with the new 4Runner coming later 24/early 25.

@christianbolt5761 Ай бұрын

It is a handsome vehicle!

@paulm6481 Ай бұрын

Wow this is such an improvement over the old GX. Very appealing now.

@krakentide808 Ай бұрын

I’m going to be out on the peninsula this weekend with my brand new 24 Ford Expedition Timberline….we should test her out at your proving grounds!

@XtremeCoke Ай бұрын

Love this viceo - curious how the land rover terrain response handle the same situation - like you said in the video Toyota is a little brutal in braking the free-spinning wheel. Thumb up

@Thulebeez Ай бұрын

oh Yeah spending my weekend on Off-Road videos.

@tar6805 Ай бұрын

Incredible articulation.

@MetalsForBrunch Ай бұрын

i wonder if the honda pilot trailsport can perform just as good as the lexus with a 1.5inch lift kit and better offroading tires. what do think @drivng sports tv?

@harrietcarpenter6013 Ай бұрын

Would a higher suspension or beefier tires make a difference? Would a hybrid come out in Overtrail plus or only in a luxury? I have an old Rx, but am looking to upgrade soon.

@braalo07 Ай бұрын

The best luxury off-road SUV since Covid. In fact the best overall SUV since Covid

@wesleytingey248 Ай бұрын

So happy Lexus kept this as proper off road vehicle.

@kadimsilahtar Ай бұрын

Hey Ryan, are you excited about your Ranger Raptor? Is it coming up soon?

@mononeo Ай бұрын

Rock rails are an OEM port-installed option available on any GX 550. Mine is having them pre-installed before being brought to my dealer!

@off-roadingcars 13 күн бұрын

Great video. You said you have a Landcruiser on order and that you can get that with factory rock rails. Is there any other advantage of Landcruiser over the GX or vise versa? Thank you!

@drivingsports 13 күн бұрын

Being a hybrid the LC should have much better economy.

@user-jk2hv6mr6f Ай бұрын

does it have laminated front and side glasses ?????? how is wind noise insulation ????

@fpartidafpartida Ай бұрын

Big thumbs up to whomever denied Toyota the trademark for overland. Glad to see someone is all over their job and understood the assignment.

@asonagod6394 3 күн бұрын

I have a 2013 gx. It is the best car I've ever had.

@theluminary5324 Ай бұрын

Curious how this would do on the hill when he compared the LX vs 4runner

@Kdavis8377 Ай бұрын

I have a paid for 2022 4Runner. Absolutely love it. I’ll definitely be in the market for a new GX550 when the interest rates go back to a realistic number. If we had 2019 interest rates now, I’d have one on order. I refuse to overpay for vehicles. Built this is a finally built Lexus from Japan. It’ll be an amazing vehicle.

@kneepayne 12 күн бұрын

Same. I have a 2023 ORP that I got great interest rates on and as much as I love what I see here, it’s not enough to justify current rates.

@edgarbenjoseph3879 11 күн бұрын

What a beautiful car. Well done Toyota, well done.

@tar6805 Ай бұрын

It is a real looker but every time I see one of these reviews it reminds me of how much I hate dealing with screens tech and settings. Very fancy electronic gizmos abound as will user frustration IMHO

@bradbaraniuk4085 Ай бұрын

nathan from tfl is proud of you for using his method momentem

@drivingsports Ай бұрын

What? TFL doesn’t own physics. 😂

@PrestonGladd Ай бұрын

How do you think this compares to the Wagoneer Series III in terms of off-road capability?

@hanifsubedar2547 Ай бұрын

Thats such an amazing vehicle!

@bigstraz Ай бұрын

I love these videos. I will never be able to afford one of these 😀

@Nick-dc6qk 29 күн бұрын

This incredibly impressive, luxury with purpose.

@randallhill7979 Ай бұрын

Very nice 👍

@rondail5675 Ай бұрын

I really like it, especially the Full-Time 4WD powertrain. If the market dies and price drop, I would like to test drive the GX550.

@OldelCpt Ай бұрын

Detail: it’s not an AWD, it’s a Full Time 4WheelDrive. Not the same. This has a real center differential that the AWD don’t have, just like he mentions in the video.

@rondail5675 Ай бұрын

@@OldelCpt Thanks, even better!

@waynehuang2983 Ай бұрын

Need to see Rivian off-road test

@javierjavier-ht3yu Ай бұрын

Today, Saturday 16 March, I´ve realized that this Lexus is a great car, and I ´d lie its infotainment and its exterior aspect, if I could , I drive this car on the highway and in the city.

@TribecaPaddler 27 күн бұрын

Thanks for the video! Are those factory rated recovery points or are they just tie down points? (they look like just tie downs, which in 4runner manual they say not to use as recovery points)

@drivingsports 27 күн бұрын

They are recovery points according to Lexus

@TribecaPaddler 22 күн бұрын

@@drivingsports as in rated recovery points (where they state the working load limit they are rated for)? Or do they just say they are "emergency tow eyelets" (which shouldn't be used for offroad recovery) in the manual? Thanks again!