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2026 Lexus GX vs. 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser Comparison

See how the 2026 Lexus GX and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

GX 2026

Luxury SUVs 3-row

2026 Lexus GX

$66,785 - $83,250

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Land Cruiser 2026

Luxury midsized SUVs

2026 Toyota Land Cruiser

$57,600 - $62,445

All Test Results
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About
About
The three-row GX is a stout and luxurious vehicle albeit an old-school, body-on-frame design with a live rear axle rather than an independent rear suspension. It uses a robust 349-hp, 3.4-liter turbocharged V6 with a 10-speed automatic and full-time ...
 
The redesigned Land Cruiser returns to its off-road-ready roots, sharing its platform with the current Lexus GX. It's fitted with a 326-hp, 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid powertrain matched to an eight-speed automatic that routes power t...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Powerful engine
Green Checkmark Icon High-quality cabin materials
Green Checkmark Icon Off-road ability
 
Green Checkmark Icon Super-capable off-road
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Jiggly ride
Red 'X' Icon Cumbersome handling
Red 'X' Icon Mediocre fuel economy
Red 'X' Icon Lots of wind noise
 
Red 'X' Icon Clumsy handling
Red 'X' Icon Jiggly ride
Red 'X' Icon Excessive wind noise
Red 'X' Icon Unrefined engine and transmission
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
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Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

Luxury+, Premium, Overtrail, Luxury, Overtrail+, Premium+

 

1958, Base

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$66,785 - $83,250

 

$57,600 - $62,445

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

4WD

 

4WD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

3.4-liter V6 turbo (349 hp)

 

2.4-liter 4 hybrid (326 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

10-speed Automatic

 

8-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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