2024 LEXUS TX: ALL 3 TRIMS COMPARED

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MotorTrend's Kristen Lee evaluates the all-new 2024 Lexus TX, comparing its three distinct trims: the 350, 500h, and 550h+ plug-in hybrid. The TX, based on the Toyota Grand Highlander, offers a more conservative exterior design than other Lexus models, with a spacious interior featuring a large digital screen and touchscreen climate controls. While the second row offers ample space and comfort, the third row is best suited for shorter passengers due to a high floor and low seat. The reviewer notes a consistent issue across all trims: the suspension could be softer for a luxury SUV, exhibiting some floatiness and body roll. The base TX 350, with its 275-hp turbo-four, is described as adequate but strained, with noticeable engine drone and a $69,000 price tag. The 500h F Sport Performance trim, boasting 366 hp, offers a more buttoned-down and engaging driving experience with better power delivery and tighter handling, feeling more distinctly 'Lexus' than the 350, at around $77,500. However, the reviewer's favorite is the 550h+ plug-in hybrid, priced at $82,400. Despite being the heaviest and most complex, its 404 hp, smooth powertrain transitions, quiet operation, and 33 miles of all-electric range make it feel the most luxurious and practical for daily use, even if it doesn't offer a sporty driving dynamic. The reviewer highlights the convenience of the automatic third-row lowering mechanism and the removable center console tray as notable features.