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The six-figure 2025 Lexus LX Hybrid takes full-size luxury to new heights. Here's our review
Luxurious or rugged? This large Lexus SUV does it all.
Lexus' most expensive SUV embodies the company's ethos.
The Lexus LX Hybrid is the last of 15 SUV nameplates listed on the company's site. It has a six-figure price tag and a long list of features to match.
Lexus' full-size hybrid SUV manages to provide an opulent driver and passenger experience while still boasting the off-road capability that many large Toyota and Lexus SUVs have become known for in the past few decades. So, what should car buyers know about this large luxury model?
How much does the 2025 Lexus LX Hybrid cost?
The 2025 Lexus LX 700h starts at $115,950 before taxes and additional fees. It's available in four different trims.
The LX Hybrid isn't for everyone, but according to CNBC, the U.S. is home to more millionaires than every other country (over 23.8 million in 2024). So, there's certainly a target demographic for the full-size luxury SUV and it has the specs and features to compete at the highest level.
2025 Lexus LX Hybrid specs
The 2025 LX Hybrid uses a standard 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine and an electric motor to produce 457 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque. It achieves 19 miles per gallon in the city and 22 miles per gallon on the highway, which is typical for such a large SUV.
Lexus's full-size luxury hybrid SUV comes standard with all-wheel drive. It has a towing capacity of up to 8,000 pounds, so it can tow most cars and trailers. The LX Hybrid has 8.1 inches of ground clearance, making it great for off-roading.
It seats seven occupants and has 31.0 cubic feet of cargo space with the third row folded down. It has 62.0 cubic feet of cargo space with the second row of seats folded down.
Lexus LX Hybrid standard features
Lexus' luxury SUV may be expensive compared to mainstream full-size SUVs, but it has plenty of standard features to compensate for its price.
The 2025 Lexus LX Hybrid also features a standard heated leather-trimmed steering wheel, a cool box (for beverages), and a wireless phone charger. Additionally, it includes a multifunction massager for driver and passenger seats, a head-up display, and intuitive parking assist with auto braking.
2025 Lexus LX 700h driving impressions and highlights
USA TODAY tested the 2025 Lexus 700h Overtrail equipped with Lexus' optional 25-speaker Mark Levinson sound system ($118, 010 MSRP). The LX Hybrid's gargantuan body style was intimidating at first, but the SUV's panoramic view monitor made parking effortless. The cameras alert drivers of all surrounding objects and vehicles, so parking the massive SUV is a breeze.
A head-up display is always a welcome feature, giving the Japanese SUV a futuristic feel. Blind-spot monitoring makes switching lanes easy so the LX's size wasn't an issue on the highway.
The multifunction massaging seats stole the show for passengers during our review experience. What stands out most about the LX Hybrid is how luxurious its cabin is for such a capable SUV.
There's no doubt that it has off-roading chops due to its adaptive variable suspension and 33.0-inch all-terrain tires. What's surprising is that the second row feels more like being seated in a high rise office or modern coworking space than a family SUV.
The 2025 Lexus LX Hybrid merges capability with opulence, creating a driving experience that's immersive for occupants. Whether you're hauling groceries, carpooling to a professional conference, or tackling a trail, the full-size luxury hybrid SUV does it all.
