ADVENTURE-SEEKING CUSTOMERS OF THE luxury brand’s flagship SUV – the Lexus LX – can now experience even greater off-road capability with the addition of the new rugged Overtrail grade to this year’s lineup, all while maintaining the vehicle’s signature luxury and performance.
Building on the success of the GX Overtrail, launched last year, the LX Overtrail reinforces the commitment to offering customers an expanded range of vehicles tailored to their diverse needs.
Lexus Australia Chief Executive John Pappas said the LX Overtrail is designed for LX customers seeking the ultimate combination of adventure and refinement.
“Since its introduction to the Lexus Australia range in 1998, the LX has enabled customers to navigate Australia’s tough terrains with unwavering reliability and unparalleled comfort.
“The LX combines luxurious appointments and thoughtful comfort features with the rugged performance of a full-size luxury SUV, delivering outstanding off-road, towing and hauling capability,” Mr Pappas said.
While the LX Overtrail looks the part with its bold yet refined exterior design, it is the bespoke mechanical components and enhancements that improve ground-covering ability and traction in the most difficult terrain.
Low-speed grip is maximised with front, centre and rear locking differentials, joining the already- impressive suite of off-road traction aids including Multi-Terrain Select, Downhill Assist Control, Crawl Control, Multi-Terrain Monitor and Active Height Control.
Further grip is provided by the fitment of 276/70R18 Toyo Open Country all-terrain tyres, which offer a taller sidewall than any other LX thanks to unique 18-inch Overtrail alloy wheels.
The exterior of the LX Overtrail is otherwise differentiated from the rest of the LX range with black highlights for the front spindle grille, front and rear bumpers, wheelarches, side mirrors, door handles, window mouldings and roof rails.
Customers can choose from a duo of twin-turbocharged, intercooled V6 powertrains: the 3.3-litre diesel producing 227kW and 700Nm of torque from a low 1600-2600rpm, and the 3.5-litre petrol powertrain offering an effortless 305kW and 650Nm.
The global announcement of the revised LX range in October 2024 highlighted upgrades for the 2025 model, including the introduction of a hybrid powertrain for select markets. Lexus Australia is currently evaluating the availability and suitability of this powertrain for Australian customers.
Further details on the 2025 LX range – including LX Overtrail pricing and major specifications across all grades – will be announced closer to the revised flagship SUV’s introduction later in the first half of this year.