What is it?
The LX 600 is the V35 generation Lexus flagship full-size 4WD, the luxury sibling to the LandCruiser 300. Same TNGA-F body-on-frame platform, same 3.5L twin-turbo V6 making 305 kW and 650 Nm, same 10-speed automatic with full-time 4WD and a Torsen centre differential. Three grades, all V6 4WD, with the Ultra Luxury a four-seat executive flagship.
The lineup runs from LX 600 Luxury at $156,191 plus on-roads, through to LX 600 Ultra Luxury at $213,491 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
True body-on-frame 4WD with LandCruiser 300 underpinnings. 3,500 kg braked tow capacity for full-size caravan country. Ultra Luxury four-seat layout is the only locally-sold rival to a Cullinan. Lexus Encore Platinum perks with valet, loan vehicle and Lexus Lounge access. Twin-screen Tundra-derived multimedia is the LX's biggest tech jump in years.
No hybrid for Australia, the LX 700h is JDM and US only for now. Combined fuel economy claim of 12.1 L/100 km and 95 RON premium fuel minimum. Wait times of 12 months or more on Sports Luxury and Ultra Luxury. ANCAP has not retested the LX under the 2024 protocol.
Should you buy the LX 600?
Reasons to buy
- True body-on-frame 4WD with LandCruiser 300 underpinnings. 3,500 kg braked tow capacity for full-size caravan country. Ultra Luxury four-seat layout is the only locally-sold rival to a Cullinan. Lexus Encore Platinum perks with valet, loan vehicle and Lexus Lounge access. Twin-screen Tundra-derived multimedia is the LX's biggest tech jump in years.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- No hybrid for Australia, the LX 700h is JDM and US only for now. Combined fuel economy claim of 12.1 L/100 km and 95 RON premium fuel minimum. Wait times of 12 months or more on Sports Luxury and Ultra Luxury. ANCAP has not retested the LX under the 2024 protocol.
- You want a hybrid (the LX 700h is not offered in Australia), a diesel for outback running (Toyota LandCruiser 300 is the obvious cross-shop), or you do not want to wait 12 months or more on Sports Luxury and Ultra Luxury.
- The twin-turbo V6 has more than enough thrust. Off-road kit is borrowed straight from the 300 Series. For buyers who tow heavy, drive long distances and want Lexus polish, nothing else does the brief quite as cleanly.
- Top trim climbs to $213,491 plus on-roads.
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