The 2020 Lexus LX 570 disguises its truck-based roots well with brash lines balanced by a calming interior, but be prepared for prodigious thirst.
Pros Bold sytle Plush confines Healthy V-8 power Comfy ride Off-road capable
Cons Bold style Drinks so much fuel Outdated controls Cramped third row Frustrating infotainment
Lexus's largest SUV rolls into 2021 with a few changes. A new Sport package is available on the three-row model, which adds unique exterior styling, 21-inch wheels, and either an Eminent White Pearl, Black Onyx, or Atomic Silver paint job. Also available on the three-row model is the Inspiration Series #2 package, which blacks out most of the LX's exterior trim and adds 21-inch black wheels, smoked lenses for the exterior lighting elements, black badging, and Rioja Red semi-aniline leather upholstery.
Pros Legit off-roading chops, posh interior, plenty of space for people and cargo.
Cons Fuel efficient it is not, trucky on-road driving demeanor, steep entry price.
Limited-production LX Inspiration Series.Updated LX Sport package.Amazon Alexa compatibility.
PROS Exceptional off-road capability for a luxury SUV Beautifully crafted cabin
CONS Second and third rows lack space and versatility Tech interface is distracting and not intuitive Poor fuel economy, even for a luxury SUV
The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.New Heritage Edition trim reduces seating to five and adds bronze BBS wheels and retro exterior badges.
Pros Very capable off-road Comfortable ride for a large truck-based SUV Commanding view of the road ahead
Cons Third-row seats are cramped and impinge on cargo space Touchy brake pedal makes it hard to stop smoothly Poor fuel economy even by large SUV standards Limited smartphone connectivity
The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser is a bruiser with few luxuries for the money, but we love it anyway.
Pros Legendary off-roader Good power Comfortable inside Plush ride
Cons Wildly overpriced Very thirsty Lousy third row Curiously short on luxury
The 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Toyota Land Cruiser has a score of 7.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 60 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Phenomenal off-road abilities Muscular V8 engine Extensive list of standard features
Cons High price, even for the class Cramped third-row seats Cumbersome handling Poor fuel economy
