Pros Excellent interior Three solid powertrains Standard advanced safety features Near-perfect crash-test scores Great warranty
Cons Infotainment takes a step back Gets pricey quickly Limited plug-in hybrid range Premium fuel only
Pros Super cool interior Sleek Scandinavian looks Packed with safety tech
Cons Slightly dull to drive Alternatives have bigger boots… … and more intuitive infotainment
New Black Line Special Edition package
Pros Impressive off-road capability in a segment largely without it High seating position provides a good view of the road Easy-to-use interior controls
Cons High floor and side-hinged cargo door can make it hard to load cargo Uncomfortable seats Poor fuel economy and acceleration Rough ride on broken pavement
A Black Line Special Edition of the Lexus GX joins the lineup this year and comes with a host of blacked-out exterior trim, unique 18-inch wheels, a black interior headliner, and black faux-leather upholstery. The GX receives several new standard features for 2022, including a new, larger 10.3-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Also newly standard this year is a parking assistant feature, in-dash navigation, and power-folding heated exterior mirrors. Lexus's desirable Nori Green paint color is now available as an option on the GX for the first time.
Pros Able to tackle off-road trails, plenty of standard driver-assistance features, surprisingly hushed cabin.
Cons Uncomfortable rear seats, lacks cargo space with third row in use, dated design.
