What Is the 2025 Lexus TX?
The Lexus TX is a luxury SUV with three rows of seats and front- or all-wheel drive. Introduced to Lexus’ lineup last year, the TX shares a platform with Toyota’s Grand Highlander SUV. It comes in three distinct variants, each with their own drivetrain. The TX 350 uses a 275-horsepower, turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that’s paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and FWD or AWD. The hybrid TX 500h is motivated by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, two electric motors and a six-speed automatic. Total output is 366 hp, and AWD is standard. At the top of the range is the TX 550h+ plug-in hybrid, which pairs two electric motors with a 3.5-liter V-6 to produce a combined 404 hp. It can travel 33 miles on electric power alone. The TX’s rivals include the Acura MDX, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT6, Infiniti QX60 and Lincoln Aviator.
What’s New on the 2025 Lexus TX?
A new F Sport Handling trim has been added to the TX lineup. Available only in TX 350 AWD form, it adds 22-inch matte-black alloy wheels, an adaptive suspension, second-row captain’s chairs, aluminum pedals and ventilated front seats. Also new for 2025, the previously optional 12.3-inch digital gauge display now comes standard on the TX 350.
What Features in the 2025 Lexus TX Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 14-inch infotainment touchscreen
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Three-zone automatic climate control
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Wi-Fi hot spot
- Wireless device charging
- Ambient interior lighting
- Hands-free power liftgate
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Blind spot warning
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Automatic high beams
- Adaptive cruise control
- Traffic-sign recognition
- Safe exit warning
Available features include:
- Leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated and ventilated second-row captain’s chairs
- Rear-wheel steering
- Panoramic moonroof
- Mark Levinson audio system
- Head-up instrument display
- Digital rearview mirror
- 22-inch alloy wheels
Should I Buy the 2025 Lexus TX?
The Lexus TX has a lot to offer in terms of creature comforts, not to mention Lexus’ excellent reputation for reliability and resale value. Having a choice of three powertrains is another plus; the plug-in hybrid’s 33-mile electric-only range could make refueling a rare occurrence if you have a short daily commute. Cargo space is competitive with other three-row luxury SUVs, but the TX falls a bit short when it comes to interior poshness. It’s handsome and feels built to last, but the same can be said of the Grand Highlander it’s based on, and that SUV starts about $15K lower than the TX. Still, as a proper on-road-oriented three-row SUV, the TX is a long overdue addition to the Lexus line.
