The 2020 Lexus LX 570 disguises its truck-based roots well with brash lines balanced by a calming interior, but be prepared for prodigious thirst.
Pros Bold sytle Plush confines Healthy V-8 power Comfy ride Off-road capable
Cons Bold style Drinks so much fuel Outdated controls Cramped third row Frustrating infotainment
Lexus's largest SUV rolls into 2021 with a few changes. A new Sport package is available on the three-row model, which adds unique exterior styling, 21-inch wheels, and either an Eminent White Pearl, Black Onyx, or Atomic Silver paint job. Also available on the three-row model is the Inspiration Series #2 package, which blacks out most of the LX's exterior trim and adds 21-inch black wheels, smoked lenses for the exterior lighting elements, black badging, and Rioja Red semi-aniline leather upholstery.
Pros Legit off-roading chops, posh interior, plenty of space for people and cargo.
Cons Fuel efficient it is not, trucky on-road driving demeanor, steep entry price.
Limited-production LX Inspiration Series.Updated LX Sport package.Amazon Alexa compatibility.
PROS Exceptional off-road capability for a luxury SUV Beautifully crafted cabin
CONS Second and third rows lack space and versatility Tech interface is distracting and not intuitive Poor fuel economy, even for a luxury SUV
The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 2 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.Heritage Edition now offers optional third-row seating.
Pros Very capable off-road Comfortable ride for a large truck-based SUV Commanding view of the road ahead
Cons Third-row seats are cramped and impinge on cargo space Touchy brake pedal makes it hard to stop smoothly Poor fuel economy, even by large SUV standards Limited smartphone connectivity
The 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser is a full-time four-wheel-drive icon with a handful of luxury touches.
Pros Exceptional utility It’s an icon Strong V-8 Full-time four-wheel drive We’d love to have one
Cons Atrocious gas mileage Not as comfortable… …or as luxurious as rivals Too expensive
For 2021, the Land Cruiser carries over mostly unchanged. The only update is that the Heritage Edition can now be optioned with a third row of seats. The top-of-the-line model is also now available in Classic Silver and Magnetic Gray metallic paint colors.
Pros Proven off-road capability, strong-enough V-8 powertrain, loaded with standard luxury features.
Cons Fuel efficiency is an afterthought, less prestigious than luxury-brand peers, cabin quality doesn't match its price point.
