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2025 Lexus GX

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Class: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles: 550 4dr SUV
Engines: 3.4L 6-cyl turbo
Horsepower: 349 hp
Drivetrain: 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Premium Gasoline
MPG (best): 17 combined · 15 city / 21 hwy
Length: 196.9 in
Curb weight: 5,666 lb
NHTSA rating: Not rated
Recalls: 2 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 14% below the 2025 standard SUV average of 19.8 MPG.
Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 43 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 Lexus GX is a standard SUV offered with a 3.4L 6-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 197 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,666 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway), 14% worse than the 2025 standard SUV average of 19.8 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2025

New body dimensions: 4.8 in longer, wheelbase +2.4 in — most likely a redesign or new generation

Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 GX →

Trims, performance & features

Engine349 hp3.4L 6-cyl

DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

GX 550

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringStandard

Blind-spot interventionStandard

Rear cross-traffic alertStandard

Rear automatic brakingStandard

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Adaptive cruise controlStandard

Parking assistStandard

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Tahara, Aichi

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2025 GX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
550 4dr SUV	196.9 in	78 in	75.6 in	112.2 in	66.1 / 66.5 in	5,666 lb	52/48

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
GX 550	3.4L 6-cyl turbo	Automatic (S10)	4-Wheel Drive	15 / 21 / 17	-14%	$4,850	505

3/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

3/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $12,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

19.8 MPG2025 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Lexus GX.

Similar 2025 standard SUVs

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2025 Lexus GX (this car)	17 MPG	Not rated	2
2025 Tesla Model Y	337 mi	★★★★★	3
2025 Land Rover Range Rover	23 MPG	Not rated	7
2025 Porsche Cayenne	22 MPG	Not rated	2
2025 BMW X5	25 MPG	★★★★★	5
2025 Land Rover Defender	19 MPG	Not rated	1
2025 BMW X3	29 MPG	★★★★★	9

Recalls (2)

Equipment › Other › Labels · Mar 24, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V179000 · 8,230 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Toyota Tundra, Tacoma Hybrid, Tacoma, RAV4 Hybrid, Land Cruiser Hybrid, Lexus GX550, 2024-2026 Tundra Hybrid, 2025 Sequoia Hybrid, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Lexus TX500 Hybrid, Lexus NX350 Hybrid, 2025-2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid, and Lexus TX350 vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification label may display inaccurate added weight values. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the load carrying capacity modification label, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 26, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB04, 26LA04, 26TB07, and 26TA07.

Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 30, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Lexus GX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

13Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

0Involved a fire

0Injuries reported

4,865 miTypical mileage at failure

Power Train2

Suspension2

Structure › Body2

Engine2

Structure › Body › Hood2

Service Brakes2

Unknown Or Other2

Vehicle Speed Control1

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Lexus GX buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Power Train — 2 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
Suspension — 2 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
Structure › Body — 2 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 4,865 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Lexus GX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other GX years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2026 GX	17	196.9 in	Not rated	0	2
2024 GX	17	192.1 in	Not rated	4	20
2023 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	0	6
2022 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	0	7
2021 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	0	4
2020 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	0	5
2019 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	1	8
2018 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	2	9
2017 GX	16	192.1 in	Not rated	3	15
2016 GX	17	192.1 in	Not rated	2	9
2015 GX	17	192.1 in	Not rated	3	11
2014 GX	17	192.1 in	Not rated	3	17

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →