2026 Lexus LX 700h Luxury 4WD

Lexus manages to pack two personalities into its large LX SUV, a luxury conveyance and a true off-roader. Compared to the nonhybrid, the LX700h hybrid reviewed here has an additional 48 horsepower and the ability to sling a bit of mud using electrons alone. The hybrid also has a fuel-economy advantage over the LX600, but it’s a slim one. Not much changes in terms of dynamics, with all LX models offering a smooth ride and handling that’s more tuned for long highway jaunts than twisty roads. Those who want to go full-on overlander with their LX should choose the Overtrail trim, which comes with a trio of locking differentials, skid plates to protect what’s underneath, and all-terrain rubber. Opt instead for the Ultra Luxury, and you get two rows of opulent seating, skipping the cramped third row. The price of the 2026 Lexus LX Hybrid starts at $116,685 and goes up to $142,450 depending on the trim and options. Unless you’re planning to use the LX700h as an overlanding vehicle, we’d recommend skipping the rugged Overtrail. Instead, the mid-range Luxury trim should suit most people’s needs. It adds niceties such as semi-aniline leather upholstery, a Mark Levinson stereo system, and handsome 22-inch wheels, among other features. The LX700h is powered by the same twin-turbo 3.4-liter V-6 as the nonhybrid LX600, but it’s buttressed by an electric motor that pumps in an additional 48 horsepower, for a total of 457 horsepower. A 10-speed automatic transmission and a four-wheel-drive system are both standard. The electric motor can drive the LX700h at low speeds without kicking on the V-6, which can be helpful in low-range off-roading where precise throttle control is required. Speaking of off-road driving, the LX700h comes with plenty of gear for such adventures, including a locking center differential, an adjustable air-spring suspension system, and a Crawl Control feature. The Overtrail trim is the most capable, though, and features locking front, rear, and center differentials. A set of 18-inch wheels with 33-inch all-terrain tires is also standard on the Overtrail, and Lexus has endowed that trim with a front skid plate and a 2400-watt AC inverter, which off-grid campers will find useful, as it turns the LX into a power source when overlanding far from home.