Thanks Blake! Check out his review of my LC here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h8plZs2pzNTIgps.htmlsi=3CnQuc6Hovao11iv

GX is the sexiest SUV under $100k not even close to

The GX looks amazing in person.

Like here if you are team GX 550

We went with the GX instead of the LC. My husband said LC was too plastic. I thought the GX was pretty smooth. Then again I’m coming from a 2017 lifted taco. Anything is smooth.

10k more for the GX is a no brainer.

I like both. But that 550 is eye candy

Thank you guys for doing this video. I feel like a lot of people are in between these two vehicles. Hearing from actually owners helps.

GX is the better buy hands down, if mpg and msrp isn’t a problem then its an obvious choice.

I’m enjoying your new Land Cruiser content and I’m sure others are curious as well. I bought a 4runner (again) based in part by your channel content.

Killin it with the videos dude! Great new tint!

Just got the word..My GX550 OT+ Nori coming in next week. Love both these vehicles and I don’t think you can go wrong on either. Plus, will look nice next to my FJ.

Yes!!! We want (NEED) an HONEST review comparing the 250 vs the 200. This is critical for those of us loyal 200-Series Land Cruiser owners that are on the fence regarding the 250-Series. I am in disbelief they gave the GX550 the V6 but chose to give the LC the 4-cylinder. If the 4-cylinder was so good why not also put it in the GX? Also, the DISHONEST smoke and mirrors Width measurements on the 250 to make people think it basically the same size as a 200 in total crap. I drive a 200 series and dealer put me in a 2024 4RUNNER for a MONTH while mine was in the shop (mechanic had a serious injury and others on vacation had them backed up). There's a HUGE DIFFERENCE in comfort, space-wise, between a LC 200 and a 4RUNNER (the LC 250 has very similar interior dimensions as the 24 4RUNNER).

The GX has such a nice front end

First thx for the content Jon. Very interesting. Second, I can’t believe the mpg of GX. As someone else already mentioned, pretty unheard of in 2024. That mileage is matched by the 3UR V8. When comparing the LC to GX, I gotta go with GX for looks and ride style. LC for the roots of off roading.

Good review. I love the LC performance. Way more aggressive to gain speed than the 2022 trd pro . Huge difference to me. Got 23 mpg on way back from the dealer.

This is a great video thanks for all your efforts. This could be a pillow fight. The absolute wild card in both vehicles, new 4Runner release in Fall. I want to test all 3 once dealers have all available in stock. Availability by me is very scattered right now which to be expected. I like the look of both but for me i just have to throw in 4Runner as the 3rd option. I want to test the drive ability of 4Runner for everyday commutes, sound and feel on road. I love the looks of all. Me personally it’s going to come down to comfort, reliability, practicality, daily commute, gas mileage, fit and finish. Living in Northeast, need to be prepared for all the junk the roads and weather throw at us here. I just want the car the last really long time and I want it all to just make sense for me. In the end, after whichever car I buy, when the new car smell dust wears off, I dont want to be looking back 6 months later saying I shouldn’t have bought this car.

Can't go wrong with either one. They both look great! I really like the Land Cruiser, though.

For me, i prefer the land cruiser for its more heritage look, yet I'm not sold on the four cylinder hybrid, Toyota should have stuck a six under that hood. As for the new 4runnner, i think she's lost her identity, which means if i ever trade my 5th gen in, i'll probably go for the land cruiser. For me, as for loving the 4runnner for so many years, this time round, it could be a game changer. I'm so disappointed with the new look. Looks like an older revamped Dodge Durango or the Tacoma. Sorry for babbling. It's a great comparison video, though 👍

Dude..."Peasant blocker" never heard that before, but makes sense lol

I like them both but I’m gonna have to go with the gx because of the v6

Great review and comparison as always. I’m curious with the cool box where do you put your normal stuff that you would have in a center console? Is there enough storage elsewhere?

That was fun! Looking forward to doing 250 series vs 200 series next….and maybe some drag races 😎

I was recently in Destin from Acworth for a baseball tournament and that dang traffic on 98 to ft Walton was ridiculous! The infrastructure just cant handle all those people. Crab island was insane out there!

I seen a gx550 the other day, and it had presence!! Can't wait to see a lc as well!

Hey man your Land Cruiser is awesome. Keep it stock honestly lol. It looks so good and it is plenty high and capable. Just keep it comfortable and reliable to drive

Both of these vehicles need to be sent to Westcott Designs to have them built out.

New LC really good drive. Way more power than expected.

A buddy of mine just bought a pre owned 2018 Land Cruiser and I'd take that trusty V8 over either of these new vehicles

Team Fj cruiser

Both are awesome. Well done Toyota/Lexus. We have a Nori Green Overtail + arriving in the next couple weeks. Can’t wait.

You’re content is amazing. Love the GX 550.

Gx 550 all day

Test drove the First Edition LC and I was impressed but there is a waiting list so I am probably going to get it after a year or two.

I chose the GX Overtrail and never looked back. Last week I added a Westcott roof rack and Westcott lift and fitted it with 35s and 17 inch method bead grip wheels. I also had Westcott remove the runningboards and install the land cruiser rock rails. After 2200 miles I was averaging 19.1 MPG. It’s been a week since the Westcott build and the MPG has dropped to 18.1, and I expect it to go lower. I love the V6 and would never want to give up cargo space for the battery packs. I bought it at the MSRP of $71,474. You can easily spend that much money or more on the LC, so I think the GX is a better truck and a better value. I absolutely love my GX!

Here in Australia we get the climate control in the rear like the LC first edition, only 3500kg towing (7700lbs), different rear map holders they are the fake leather as opposed to the plastic in the US. I think the Australian spec seems better than the US.

The ME lc250 is non hybrid and comes with 110 litres fuel tank (~29 gallons). Good, but the older 150 was ~42 gallons, 120 was ~47. It keeps shrinking 😐

Low mile 2021 200 is what I've decided to buy after wanting both of these.

The suspension might feel better with the added weight of the battery in the back.

I bought a GX 550 OT+ in silver and it does not disappoint!

Just don't trust that 3.4 v6 yet. Toyota needs to fix the issues first

I saw a YT video where a new owner of a GX had to fill the tank at about 260-280 miles (probably all city driving, like many of us) that terrible range for a vehicle in 2024!

I like the way the LC looks more, but I like the engine and suspension on the GX.

Looked at both and decided on the LC. The GX mpg is shit and didn’t think the interior was any better than the LC. I like how the LC had more buttons on the dash versus hunting for controls on the touchscreen. I think the LC has more style and I also think it will hold it’s value better than the GX.

for me Exterior ill go for LC for a classic looks. engine and interior ill go GX for sure.

Nice Land Cruiser. The mirrors look like they are from an FJ Cruiser (with some minor mods). Plastic front ends deter from the off road look. The GX550 front end looks like my wife's 2023 Camry. Two rows would keep me from dumping my Bronco for the Land Cruiser. Tow capacity on the LC is pretty dang good at 6000 compared to 3500 on my Bronco. Between the two, GX and LC, the LC looks like the better buy.

Oh man I love the Overtrail + IT may be our next long term driver

You should upgrade to the GX next, maybe in few years when it is more refined. I think the reviews are very good. It would be cool to own the LC and GX and have them parked next to each other.

Jon, can you do a side by side comparison to the 5G 4R, please sir 🙏🏾?

I prefer LC for the price worth, and other stuff. Looks very neat and love the color

I can see a lot of those boards in the back getting damaged in the LC.

Spent a couple of days in a new Land Cruiser in Moab. Everything I didn't like about the Land Cruiser is fixed by the GX550. The inside of the Land Cruiser felt cheap / not premium. Seats were amazing, but all the other touch plastic was hard. Powertrain made good power but if the GX makes the same power without the higher rear deck (due to the hybrid battery) I'll take it.

GX all day

Land Cruiser has a personality, while the GX550 looks more common. I would go LC all day.

The bumpiness is likely caused by the eKDSS.

It’s honestly pretty disappointing that you can’t have the perfect version of this vehicle. Both have their pluses and minuses. It’s crazy for the price. Also, I bet that battery pack has something to do with that gas tank size. Also, the engine sound, sounds like the RAV4 prime. It’s fast but it sounds like you are breaking the thing when you get on it.

So.....what will blow first? The GX engine or the LC transmission? Hopefully by that time Toyota will have a solution for those issues.

Inline engine with hybrid and onboard 2400w of power? I'll take the LC, I dont need my SUV to be a hotrod as much as I like the right pedal.

GX550 of course. V-6 > I-4

Saw a brand new gx550 the other day have to say what a Beautiful vehicle

Really thought I was going to prefer the GX, but I'd prefer the LC. I just need the LC to have the role down rear window of the 4runner

I'm holding out for the 2025 SR5 4Runner with the NON-hybrid 4 cyl. It'll probably be about $46,000 vs $58,000 for the 1958 Land Cruiser and have similar ride and handling qualities. It won't turn heads like the Land Cruiser and will take 9 seconds to do 0-60 mph vs 8 seconds for the Land Cruiser, but that's still enough power to maintain speed up any grade.

Since you pointed out the bigger gas tank on the lexus. Do you think it will be a popular future mod for Toyota land cruiser owners?

Where is the compass located in both trucks ?

Great video Jon!! We had a deposit on a first edition land cruiser, then after watching a number of reviews, including the one when you first bought yours, decided to switch to the GX overtrail+ arriving next week. Your fantastic real-world comparison mostly confirms what we listed as pros and cons of GX OT+ vs LC FE: pros: v6 dual-turbo w/ more power, v6 = less engine whine/drone than 4cyl, acoustic glass = quieter at highway speed, e-KDSS more capable offroad and on, more towing capacity, better stock tires, full use of rear storage (more capacity too?) without battery, massaging seats, heated rear seats, additional driving modes, turning light, Mark Levinson sound, longer stock warranty. cons: more expensive, lower mpg, no digital mirror, no 3-zone climate and vents low vs. high, 3" longer without much to show for it, worse approach angle when offroading, hvac touchscreen vs manual controls, rear AC outlet less power, and shorter included service. wash: looks (both look great, so personal preference), range (more mpg on LC, but smaller tank), both take premium fuel, both will likely be extremely reliable despite what "the internet says", resale also likely a wash as a percentage of purchase price, and availability sucks for both right now - look out of market for best deals at MSRP. Either is a great choice, which is why you both like the ones you bought.

Yes to Costa Rica and the LC76!

That GX has a mean eye compared to the googlie eyed LC. My 07 FJ just reached 200k plus miles. Plan on getting an LC but not sure about the 4L engine.

GX all day!!! Coming from a 2016 GX, In line for the 2025 Overtrail+

It's unfortunate that the V6 is rumored to be experiencing catastrophic engine failures due to failing crank bearings. I've heard of a local guy having this happen in his 2024 Tundra and Toyota says it will take many months to get a replacement motor...

GX probably premium gas only and that luxury vehicle insurance on top…

I prefer the better angles of the LC

I'd just get a LC 1958 and then either paint or wrap the roof a contrasting color. $82K for the Lexus versus $58K for the LC 1958. Thats the comparison I do. The Lexus is almost 50% more money.

The peasant blockers 💀

Did you buy the wrong one? My LC is scheduled to arrived next week. Do I need to change to GX?

I like the front of LC and back of GX..

Loved the comparison! If I was ever in the market for an SUV, I'd probably get the GX Premium/Luxury trim. I still need the ride to be Lexus-like. 🙂 Honestly, I do not think you could go wrong with either of the 3. (LC, 4Runnere, or GX.) Thanks for posting!

So, you mentioned it on the GX, but I can only assume all LCs are full-time 4x4? Can you turn off all the annoying nanny beeps?

GX but Take advantage of interior color options other than black.

I just went 4Runner… I couldn’t get the extra 20k for the GX but man, I want one.. maybe next time

GX looks like the bad ass older brother. Landcruiser looks like the fun loving goofy younger brother.

what is your gas milage on LC?

Owners are complaining that the hood on the GX shakes/vibrates at freeway speeds. Did you notice that?

Wish you compared the door jam stickers

If you modify a land cruiser with different wheels and tires, something wider, does it void the warranty?

GX has a classier look but I don’t need an off road vehicle to be that luxurious. Would also take the hybrid over the V6.

You need to take your LC to Rubicon during Rubithon event. That would be an epic content 😎

I like the LC but for the price the GX is the one

Expense alone Hard pill to swallow paying 70k+ for a 4cylinder Not knocking anything other than that Larger sway bar with the KDSS is gonna be more firm/rigid for off-roading and not as compliant on road BTW the LC looks better with those stock rims vs the other ones in another video

Hey Jon can u check if the gx’s retractable luggage cover thing works on the lc? Everyone on the lc forum wants to kno.

LC actually has better articulation than the GX soooooo

I feel the more conservative design of the LC will age a lot better than the GX

Do the 200 vs 24 LC video!

I like the gx550 much better.

This platform does not suit to EV or PHEV. There is no room for battery. I would like LC prime. I have Rav4 prime. I just need more luggage capacity.

The LC is 60-78k locally here and the gx is 65-78k for me Toyota has insulated there buyers intelligence.

Land cruiser to me makes more sense and looks more gracious

The jerky low speed behaviour of the LC250 has been mentioned a few times by reviewers. I wouldn't doubt there's a software update that can fix this.

If there’s like a $20k difference in price I’d pick an LC

I reserved the GX550, for me the Overtrail was a better option at a lower price point given that Lexus has no Mark-Ups. Toyota wants to add 10 to 15k in markups which is insane.

So why does the sequioa and tundra get 22 mog combined and the Gx get 17 mpg combined? Thought they were the same drive train