Toyota Motor Co.’s upscale brand Lexus has been teasing the auto industry for over a year with the redesign of its GX. That time has finally come and it has been well worth the wait.

In Grasso’s Garage, the 2024 Lexus GX550 Premium+ wrapped in Nightfall Mica, a pristine deep blue with metallic flake that certainly shines as its exterior appearance is flawless. Riding on 20-inch, six-twin spoke alloy wheels, the black and bright machined finish wheels fit nicely under the bolstered quarter panels. The boxy exterior is what everyone has been waiting for, and Lexus hit it out of the park. Keeping up with the GX historic success, this new release for 2024 is going to be a really good one for Lexus.

Sight lines, infotainment system, interior options and power top the focus in Grasso’s Garage for the GX550 Premium+. Powered by an all-new 3.4-liter V-6 Twin-Turbo engine producing 349 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque, the GX550 is a torque monster that can tow up to 8,000 pounds. Also, our GX550 is four-wheel drive.

Interior-wise, this one shows out similarly to other Lexus models with their large infotainment setup and center console layout. With the addition of ultra plush seats that massage and of Lexus-like luxury finishes, all of the recent hype is true; this is one amazing SUV. Second-row captains seats are an option on the GX, while a bench second row is standard and third row seating is also standard. The 2024 GX boasts 6 different model options, from Premium to Overtrail+ with base price starting at $64,250.

Toyota and Lexus have consistently produced very reliable vehicles. I know many ES, RX, NX and LS owners who have had these vehicles for many years and absolutely love them. The design of a Lexus never goes out of style, and success rides with consumer loyalty. Well, I am here to tell you that SUV consumers and Lexus are going to become more familiar with each other; I can only imagine the orders that are already flying at dealerships. Great work, Lexus, it was worth the wait! The Midsize Luxury Category deserves a chart-topper, and this is easily it!

2024 Lexus GX 550 Premium+ 4WD

MSRP: $69,250

MPG: 15 city / 21 highway / 18.1 as tested

As Tested: $71,455

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