The Lexus TX is a full-size luxury crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Japanese brand Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota. Produced since September 2023, it is exclusively marketed in North America. The TX is constructed upon the front- and all-wheel drive TNGA-K platform, shared with its Toyota Grand Highlander sibling and the mid-size XU70 Highlander/Kluger. The TX was revealed simultaneously with the J250 GX on June 8, 2023.[10] Replacing the RX L, it takes the position of being the brand's only three-row crossover SUV.
| Lexus TX | |
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 2024 Lexus TX 350 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Toyota |
| Model code | AU10[1][2][3] |
| Production | September 2023[4] – present |
| Model years | 2024–present |
| Assembly | United States: Princeton, Indiana (TMMI)[5] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size luxury crossover SUV[6] |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout |
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| Platform | TNGA: GA-K |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
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| Transmission |
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| Hybrid drivetrain | |
| Electric range | 33 mi (53 km) (TX 550h+) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,950 mm (116.1 in)[8] |
| Length | 5,159 mm (203.1 in)[8] |
| Width | 1,990 mm (78.3 in)[8] |
| Height | 1,781 mm (70.1 in)[8] |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Lexus RX L[9] |
Overview
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The TX was revealed on June 8, 2023 as part of Toyota's GA-K platform dedicated to mid-size and full-size vehicles with either a front- or all-wheel drive layout configuration. The new platform offers a low center of gravity and optimal weight distribution. To improve performance, enhancements were made to strengthen the TX's body rigidity and minimize noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).[11] Welds and adhesives are featured to increase the vehicle’s joint strength and rigidity through the main framework components of the chassis. The TX introduces a front MacPherson strut suspension and a rear multi-link suspension, as well as widened front and rear tracks.[11]
The TX is available in six- and seven-seat configurations. The second row has either a 60:40 split-folding bench or captain's chairs, while the third row has a 50:50 split bench.[12] The outboard second-row seats can be heated, or heated and ventilated, according to the trim level.
Each model is sold in three trim levels: Base, Premium, and Luxury.[13]
Equipment
editA 14.0-inch multimedia infotainment display is standard on base models, which runs Lexus' newest infotainment interface. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, as well as a navigation system integrated into the dashboard and a wireless smartphone charging system. A 12.3-inch digital gauge display can be reconfigured to show information to the driver, as well as an optional head-up display. A 21-speaker Mark Levinson premium stereo is optional.[14]
20-inch wheels are standard on Premium and Luxury grades. 22-inch wheels are available for the TX 350 Luxury grade and come standard on the 550h+. The 500h F Sport Performance features exclusive 22-inch wheels.[11] The TX has a boot space of 20.2 cubic feet (570 L) with all seats up. With the third row seat down, space increases to 57.4 cubic feet (1,630 L). With both second and third row seats down, boot space increases to 97 cubic feet (2,700 L).[15] The TX is offered in three interior color options depending on grade: Peppercorn, Birch and Black.[11]
The TX features the brand's most technologically advanced safety system. System include Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Road Sign Assist and Proactive Driving Assist. The Advanced Park package allows for uncomplicated perpendicular and parallel parking/exiting. Additionally, a Traffic Jam Assist is available via a subscription and is designed to monitor surrounding traffic in low-speed driving situations on limited access roads, and will allow the vehicle to autonomously move forward and brake to keep safe distance between the TX and the preceding car.[11]
Powertrain
editThe TX replaces the three-row RX L, making it Lexus' only three-row crossover. The TX offers three configurations: TX 350, TX 500h hybrid, and TX 550h+ plug-in hybrid. The TX 350 will be powered by a 2.4-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 275 hp (279 PS; 205 kW), TX 500h F Sport Performance has 366 hp (371 PS; 273 kW), and the TX 550h+ 3.5-litre V6 engine is rated at 406 hp (412 PS; 303 kW).[9] The hybrid model features a 1.4 kWh, 288-volt lithium-ion, paired with dual electric motors producing 75 kW (101 hp) and 63 kW (85 hp). The plug-in hybrid model features an 18.1 kWh, 355.2-volt lithium-ion, paired with dual electric motors producing 75 kW (101 hp) and 133 kW (179 hp). All-electric range for the PHEV model is rated at 53.1 km (33.0 mi).
| Type | Model | Engine code | Displ. | Power | Torque | Combined system output | Battery | Model codes | Trans. | Layout | Model years |
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| Gasoline | TX 350 | T24A-FTS | 2,393 cc (2.4 L) I4 turbocharged | 205 kW (275 hp) @ 6,000 rpm | 430 N⋅m (43.8 kg⋅m; 317 lb⋅ft) @ 1,700-3,000 rpm | - | - | TAUA10 | 8-speed automatic | FWD | 2024–present |
| TAUA15 | AWD | ||||||||||
| Hybrid | TX 500h | T24A-FTS | 2,393 cc (2.4 L) I4 turbocharged | Engine: 202 kW (271 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
ETM: 63 kW (85 hp) RM: 75 kW (101 hp) |
Engine: 460 N⋅m (46.9 kg⋅m; 339 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000-3,600 rpm
ETM: 292 N⋅m (29.8 kg⋅m; 215 lb⋅ft) RM: 168 N⋅m (17.1 kg⋅m; 124 lb⋅ft) |
273 kW (366 hp) / 550 N⋅m (56.1 kg⋅m; 406 lb⋅ft) | 1.8 kWh, 288V NiMH | TAUH15 | 6-speed automatic | AWD (DIRECT4) | |
| 2024–present | |||||||||||
| Plug-in hybrid | TX 550h+ | 2GR-FXS | 3,456 cc (3.5 L) V6 | Engine: 193 kW (259 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
TM: 133 kW (179 hp) RM: 75 kW (101 hp) |
Engine: 270 N⋅m (27.5 kg⋅m; 199 lb⋅ft) @ 4,600 rpm
TM: 292 N⋅m (29.8 kg⋅m; 215 lb⋅ft) RM: 168 N⋅m (17.1 kg⋅m; 124 lb⋅ft) |
301 kW (404 hp) | 18.1 kWh, 355.2V lithium-ion | GYU15 | eCVT | AWD (DIRECT4) | |
| 2024–present |
References
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TAUH15L (TX 500h AWD)
- ^ "TOYOTA - Application For Certification - Part 1 - 2024 Model Year" (PDF). US: Environmental Protection Agency. 2015-08-19. p. 12-RTYXT02.4P3P-3.
TAUA10L (TX 350), TAUA15L (TX 350 AWD)
- ^ "TOYOTA - Application For Certification" (PDF). US: Environmental Protection Agency. 2023-01-15. p. 17.5-RTYXB_COMMON-157. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2024-03-10.
GYU15L-BWXGBA
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- ^ a b c d e "A New Era of Three-Row Luxury: The First Ever Lexus TX" (Press release). 2023-06-08. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
- ^ Parikh, Sagar (2023-10-14). "U.S.-built Lexus TX three-row SUV: Everything we know [Update]". Top Electric SUV. Retrieved 2023-11-10.
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