The largest Lexus SUV will soon be updated in Australia with a flagship off-road grade, but a new hybrid variant remains under consideration.
The 2025 Lexus LX Overtrail – an off-road-focused variant with all-terrain tyres and extra differential locks – has been confirmed for Australian showrooms by the middle of this year.
The Overtrail will launch as part of an updated 2025 LX range, which in overseas markets adds a widescreen 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, new safety and convenience features and revised suspension.
What has not been locked in for Australia is the petrol-electric hybrid LX700h, of which Lexus Australia says it is “currently evaluating the availability and suitability … for Australian customers.”
It adds an electric motor to the 3.4-litre (officially a 3.5-litre) twin-turbo petrol V6 – similar to the Toyota Tundra pick-up – and is capable of driving on electric power alone for very short distances.
Australia will instead retain a choice of 3.3-litre twin-turbo diesel V6 (227kW/700Nm) and non-hybrid 3.4-litre twin-turbo petrol V6 (305kW/650Nm) matched with a 10-speed automatic transmission and full-time four-wheel drive.
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Borrowing a name that debuted on the slightly smaller GX, the LX Overtrail adds front and rear differential locks – joining the centre differential lock on other models – plus 18-inch alloy wheels with 275/70 R18 Toyo Open Country all-terrain tyres.
It also adds a black finish for the front grille, bumper inserts, wheel-arch trim, mirror caps, door handles, window surrounds and roof rails.
Off-road technology shared with other models includes a Multi-Terrain Monitor camera system, adjustable ride height, hill-descent control, and low-speed off-road cruise control (Crawl Control).
Prices are yet to be confirmed. The outgoing LX range is priced from $155,976 plus on-road costs; an increase is likely for the new model.
The 2025 Lexus LX is due in local showrooms by the middle of this year.
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