The Ultimate SUV: Lexus GX 2025

Lexus GX

The new-generation Lexus GX, which was introduced in June 2023, has quickly gained attention from consumers. While sporting a completely new exterior, the core values of this SUV remain unchanged, offering luxury, elegance, and powerful performance in all terrain conditions. Motor1 rates the new Lexus GX550 as not only the best SUV of 2024 but also one of the greatest high-riding vehicles of all time.

The latest Lexus GX boasts a boxy, angular design with a clear off-road bias. However, it remains faithful to the distinctive style of the Japanese luxury brand, featuring a large con-spindle grille and ‘L’-shaped LED daytime running lights.

Lexus prioritizes practicality in the cabin of the new GX. Instead of integrating all functions onto a central touchscreen like newer models, the GX retains physical buttons for easier operation. The touchscreen interface is also responsive and easy to navigate.

The Lexus GX is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 engine that produces 349 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque, an improvement of 48 horsepower and 46 Nm over the previous V8 engine. This enables the Japanese SUV to glide smoothly over various terrains, from flat highways to challenging rocky roads.

Additionally, the Lexus GX attracts customers with its reasonable price, starting at only $65,285 USD, or approximately 1.659 billion VND. This pricing makes the GX very competitive, as most SUVs in this segment are significantly more expensive.

Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is one of the first three-row, all-electric CUVs on the market. It outperforms most of its rivals in terms of range, price, charging speed, and design, making it an excellent choice in its segment.

The rear-wheel-drive “Light” version of the Kia EV9 has a starting price of $56,395 USD (approximately 1.4 billion VND) and a range of 230 miles (370 km). Meanwhile, the long-range version offers a range of 304 miles (489 km) at a price of $61,395 USD (around 1.56 billion VND). This makes it significantly better value than the Volkswagen ID.Buzz, which starts at $61,545 USD (about 1.57 billion VND) but only offers a 234-mile (376 km) range when fully charged.

While the EV9’s interior could benefit from some refinement, and the ride experience may need improvement at high speeds, it offers a host of comfortable options, including heated and cooled seats, second-row captain’s chairs, and even a massage function for the driver.

Overall, the EV9 is a spacious and practical CUV for families looking for an electric vehicle.

Mazda CX-70

The Mazda CX-70 can truly rival luxury car brands like Audi and BMW. It boasts a stunning design, a powerful inline-six engine, and a PHEV option. Motor1 rates it as one of the best-driving CUVs available today.

With a maximum output of 340 horsepower, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and a sturdy chassis and responsive suspension system, the CX-70 delivers an exceptionally agile performance. Starting at $41,900 USD (approximately 1.06 billion VND), the CX-70 is also very accessible. Its stylish design, luxurious interior, and smooth inline-six engine make it one of the most impressive high-riding vehicles on the market today, according to Motor1.

Thai Son (Tuoitrethudo)

Reference: Motor1