Lexus LX500d

Quick review

Sister to Toyota Land Cruiser

Front-end is unapologetic with massive grille
22-inch wheels give it a heightened stance in profile
Rear-end has comparatively less drama

Interior is all business, lacks flair

Quality, however, is impeccable
Nice blend of aluminium, wood, leather and piano black
Dashboard looks busy and clutter with multiple screens and physical controls

Features

12.3-inch touchscreen is slick to use
Thankfully, there's physical controls for HVAC
Panoramic sunroof is a miss at this price & size 
Digital instrument cluster feels outdated

Seating and Comfort

Front seats are well-cushioned with plenty of support
Gets memory, heating & ventilation, but no message
Rear seat cushioning is good, but lacks knee room
Third-row is missing

Performance

308hp, 3.3L, V6 feels responsive despite the size
Overtaking is easy, cruises comfortably
Gruff diesel drone is always heard in the cabin
10AT wth paddles shifter is smooth and refined

Ride and handling

Steering is heavy, feels cumbersome in traffic
Pitches, rolls like a true ladder-frame SUV 
Ride quality is excellent with air suspension despite 22-inch wheels

 

Verdict

What we like:
Exudes toughness
Strong road presence

 

What we don’t like:
Expensive
Interior lacks luxe appeal

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