The Lexus GX 550 is the third-generation of the model. Like the newly-available Toyota Land Cruiser it is based on, the GX model has been repositioned in the market in a less extravagant form.

The GX has retained its body-on-frame structure and solid rear axle. Power stems from a 3.4L turbo V6 that is rated at 349 horsepower, reaching all wheels through a conventional ten-speed automatic transmission. Properly equipped, the GX is rated to tow up to 4111 kilograms.

The GX is fronted by the new, trapezoid-shaped variant of the Lexus grille, but the rest of the vehicle looks virtually unchanged from its Toyota Land Cruiser sibling. The GX is a neat and clean styling job, but perhaps too closely related to the Land Cruiser visually to convince customers to spend the extra money.

The GX is a three-row vehicle with seating for seven. The driver faces clearly marked digital instruments, to the right of which is a substantial free-standing screen that looks easy to manipulate. Navigation, a sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, and wireless cellphone charging, are all standard.

Forward collision warning including for pedestrians and cyclists, autonomous emergency braking, active cruise control, junction turning intervention and a lane departure warning, are fitted to all trims.