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2026 Lexus TX vs. 2026 Lexus GX Comparison

See how the 2026 Lexus TX and 2026 Lexus GX 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

TX 2026

Luxury SUVs 3-row

2026 Lexus TX

$56,940 - $80,610

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GX 2026

Luxury SUVs 3-row

2026 Lexus GX

$66,785 - $83,250

All Test Results
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About
About
Based on the Toyota Grand Highlander, the TX is Lexus' family-friendly three-row SUV. It comes with two main powertrains: a 275-hp turbo four-cylinder in the TX 350, and a smooth and powerful 366-hp turbo four-cylinder hybrid in the 500h F Sport. The...
 
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 ...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Lots of interior space
Green Checkmark Icon Nicely-finished cabin
Green Checkmark Icon Comfortable ride
 
Green Checkmark Icon Powerful engine
Green Checkmark Icon High-quality cabin materials
Green Checkmark Icon Off-road ability
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Noisy engine
Red 'X' Icon Occasional rough shifts
Red 'X' Icon Some unintuitive controls
 
Red 'X' Icon Jiggly ride
Red 'X' Icon Cumbersome handling
Red 'X' Icon Mediocre fuel economy
Red 'X' Icon Lots of wind noise
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
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/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

500h, 350, 350 Luxury, F Sport, 350 Premium, 550h+

 

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

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$56,940 - $80,610

 

$66,785 - $83,250

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

4WD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

 

2 Front, 3 Rear, 2 Third

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

2.4-liter 4 turbo (275 hp); 3.5-liter V6 plugin hybrid (404 hp); 2.4-liter 4 hybrid (366 hp)

 

3.4-liter V6 turbo (349 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

8-speed Automatic, 6-speed Automatic, CVT

 

10-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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PERFORMANCE TESTING

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