Built on TNGA-F architecture, Lexus’ new GX makes a shocking debut

Lexus today unveiled the all-new GX model, a brand the automaker is known for around the world. It is reported that the car is developed based on the TNGA-F architecture and shares a platform with the new Toyota Land Cruiser. The appearance, interior and power have been significantly upgraded. The car is expected to be launched in overseas markets early next year and then enter the domestic market.

The new generation Lexus GX adopts a folded line design, with a more hard-core appearance and a strong visual impact. The front face still retains the Lexus family-style spindle grille, the new lower skirt enhances the off-road attributes, and the headlights on both sides continue Toyota's iconic "tear eye" shape.

It should be pointed out that the new generation GX has canceled the F-Sport package and instead provides the Overtrack off-road package, which includes aluminum fenders, 18-inch wheels and 33-inch AT tires, thus improving the The off-road capability of the vehicle.

According to the editor’s understanding, the dimensions of the new car are 4950/1980/1865mm (length/width/height), the wheelbase is 2850mm, and it is positioned as a medium-to-large hardcore off-road vehicle. Approach angles of 26 degrees, breakover angles of 23 degrees and departure angles of 23 degrees are set accordingly for this version, while the Overtrack version has them set to 26 degrees, 24 degrees and 22 degrees respectively.

The tail shape is square and powerful, and the taillight adopts the popular through-type design. Interestingly, the rear windshield of this car can be opened independently, and it also has a sensor-activated trunk opening function to facilitate loading of daily cargo.

In terms of interior, the new car adopts simple lines that echo the appearance, and the multi-function steering wheel still adopts the Lexus family-style design style. The car is equipped with a 12.3-inch LCD instrument and a 14-inch central control screen, supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto mobile phone interconnection, and HUD head-up display function is optional.

As far as the power system is concerned, the Lexus GX 550 is equipped with a 3.5T The V6 twin-turbocharged engine has a maximum output of 354 horsepower and a peak torque of 649 Nm. The engine is matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and is equipped with a full-time four-wheel drive system, a Tuosen center differential lock and an electronically controlled transfer case, with a maximum towing capacity of 8,000 pounds. The Overtrack version is additionally equipped with a rear differential lock.

Consumers can now choose a more powerful hard-core off-road vehicle, the new Lexus GX is officially released. In the future, it will enter overseas markets for the first time with a new look, which is expected to attract the attention and love of domestic consumers.

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