2024 Lexus GX vs. Toyota Land Cruiser

The Lexus GX and Toyota Land Cruiser are titans in the midsize SUV category. These mighty SUVs tackle rough off-road trails with superb performance while bringing elegant style to nights out on the town. While the Toyota Motor Corporation owns the Lexus and Land Cruiser, each SUV has distinct styling and capability.

The luxurious Lexus GX is perfect for families who want a capable, upscale SUV for road trips and weekend getaways, while the rugged Land Cruiser is ideal for off-road adventures. Which of these popular SUVs is right for your lifestyle? Read as our Eskridge Lexus team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, shares this comprehensive comparison of the 2024 Lexus GX and the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser to help you decide.

Pros of the Lexus GX

Versatility defines the luxurious 2024 Lexus GX. With seating for five or seven, depending on the trim, there’s plenty of room for your family. If you’re an off-road enthusiast who likes riding in style, you’ll appreciate the full-time four-wheel drive, the optional adaptive variable suspension system, and the electronic kinetic dynamic suspension system on the Overtrail and Overtrail+ models.

Power and Performance

Under the GX’s hood, a 3.4-liter V-6 twin-turbocharged engine delivers an impressive 349 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque. A 10-speed Direct-Shift automatic transmission pairs with this engine for a smooth, efficient ride. Depending on the trim, the 2024 GX can tow up to 9,096 pounds. If you choose one of the Overtrail trims, you get crawl control, downhill assist control, and a multi-terrain management system.

Interior and Technology Features

Luxury and innovation abound inside the stylish 2024 GX. Lexus gives the upper trims of this SUV premium seating materials. Heated and ventilated front seats have a massaging feature, heated second-row seats keep passengers comfortable, and ambient illumination changes the interior environment. All trims have the Lexus Interface infotainment system with a 14-inch touch screen that features navigation, Intelligent Assistant, and Destination Assist. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the GX lineup, with a 10-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System or an optional 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio system standard on select upper trims.

Safety Features

This capable SUV comes with the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 bundle of driver-assist features that include the following:

• A pre-collision warning system with automatic emergency braking.
• A lane mitigation system.
• Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
• All-speed dynamic radar cruise control with curve speed management.
• Road sign assist.
• Intelligent high-beam headlights.

Cons of the Lexus GX

Although the 2024 Lexus GX comes with numerous features, it has drawbacks. The third row, with 37.89 inches of legroom, is suitable for children but may prove challenging for adults during extended journeys. This SUV’s large size can make parking in tight spots challenging, and with bigger wheels and added equipment, the gas mileage falls a bit. However, with so many positive features, the 2024 Lexus GX stands out among other luxury SUVs with its powerful engine, full-time all-wheel drive, and comfortable, roomy interior.

Pros of the Toyota Land Cruiser

The iconic Toyota Land Cruiser shines for its ruggedness and longevity. It’s perfect if you’re a thrill-seeker who loves challenging terrain adventures. Toyota introduced the Land Cruiser in 1951, and since then, this beloved SUV’s upgrades and new features have added to its durability and functionality.

Power and Performance

All trims of the 2024 Land Cruiser come with a powerful turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder i-FORCE MAX hybrid engine that pumps out 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission completes the powertrain.

The Land Cruiser is ideal for off-road adventures. It comes with full-time four-wheel drive with active traction control, a Torsen limited-slip center differential, and electronic rear and center differentials for outstanding traction. The crawl control and downhill assist controls enhance the off-road experience, and the multi-terrain select drive modes help you navigate various terrains and obstacles. When properly equipped, this SUV can tow up to 6,000 pounds.

Interior and Technology Features

With two rows of seats, the Land Cruiser can comfortably seat up to five people. Depending on the trim, this mighty SUV has fabric- or leather-trimmed seats, with heated and ventilated front seats on the upper trims. The Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system has an 8- or 12.3-inch touch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. You can listen to your music through the standard six-speaker sound system or the upper trims’ 10- or 14-speaker premium audio system.

Safety Features

Toyota equips the 2024 Land Cruiser with its Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite of driver-assist technologies, including the following:

• A pre-collision system with pedestrian detection.
• Full-speed dynamic radar cruise control.
• A lane mitigation system.
• Road sign assist.
• Automatic high-beam headlights.

Cons of the Toyota Land Cruiser

While the Land Cruiser has many attractive features, it has limitations. Compared to the Lexus GX, the 2024 Land Cruiser has limited towing capacity. It only has 8 inches of ground clearance, while the Lexus GX has 8.9 inches, helping it navigate easily over obstacles. If you need seating for up to seven people, the GX is a better SUV, as the Land Cruiser can only fit up to five people.

Key Differences Between the Lexus GX and Toyota Land Cruiser

While both are sizable SUVs, the Lexus GX and Toyota Land Cruiser cater to distinct consumer preferences. You may prefer the Lexus GX if you need more seating and a luxurious interior, while the Land Cruiser may be more attractive if you want a rugged, off-road-ready SUV. Both vehicles have powerful engines, but the GXs larger V-6 engine enables it to tow up to 9,069 pounds, much more than the Toyota’s 6,000 pounds.

Deciding which SUV is best for your driving needs is a personal choice. The best way to experience the differences is to test-drive the 2024 Lexus GX and the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Experience the Luxury and Power of the 2024 Lexus GX

We invite you to contact us at Eskridge Lexus in Oklahoma City to learn more about the luxurious and capable 2024 Lexus GX. Stop by our dealership to take one for a test drive and see how handsome this SUV is. Our professional staff will show you all the details of the 2024 GX and help you choose the perfect trim and options for your unique driving needs.