Lexus Australia has announced some updates for the 2024 Lexus LX big boy, adding more seven-seat options for both diesel and petrol powertrains.
The lineup now spans across an impressive 11 different variants, split between the LX 600 petrol and LX 500d diesel. Engine specs carry over from before, with the 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6 LX 600 petrol producing 305kW/650Nm, and the 3.3-litre twin-turbo V6 LX 500d diesel generating 227kW/700Nm.
New for the 2024 update is the introduction of a seven-seat option for the Sports Luxury trim in both petrol and diesel form. This trim has only been available with five seats. They also include a third-row curtain airbag, extra USB-C ports, and power-folding seats.
Due to the additional row, the LX 600 version removes the tonneau parcel shelf, and the LX 500d Sports Luxury loses its 30L auxiliary fuel tank. But of course you get extra seating instead. Speaking about the update, Lexus Australia chief executive John Pappas said:
“The availability of the LX Sports Luxury grade now with seven seats shows our commitment to expand the Lexus lineup to meet the diverse needs of our customers. The third row provides added flexibility for customers of our flagship luxury SUV.”
Other highlights for the Sports Luxury grade include heated and cooling front and rear seats, a centre cool box/fridge, a full rear seat entertainment package with touch-screens, and Takanoha wood inlays for the cabin. All models are rated at the maximum 3500kg braked towing capacity.
The LX model line is based on the same platform as the Toyota LandCruiser 300 Seriesย and shares powertrain components and some features. During 2023, it was the second most popular vehicle in its class, reporting 982 sales, according to VFACTS figures โย behind the BMW X7 (1012 units).
The new model is on sale now with prices starting from the following (excluding on-roads):
2024 Lexus LX 600 7-seat: $160,561
2024 Lexus LX 600 7-seat with Enhancement Pack: $166,061
2024 Lexus LX 600 Sports Luxury 5-seat: $177,561
2024 Lexus LX 600 Sports Luxury 7-seat: $181,361
2024 Lexus LX 600 F Sport: $183,561
2024 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury: $219,061
2024 Lexus LX 500d 7-seat: $157,061
2024 Lexus LX 500d 7-seat with Enhancement Pack: $162,561
2024 Lexus LX 500d Sports Luxury 5-seat: $174,061
2024 Lexus LX 500d Sports Luxury 7-seat: $176,661
2024 Lexus LX 500d F Sport: $180,061