2020 Lexus LX 570

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$86,480 - $91,480
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M. Hannigan 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Brilliant off-roading capability

Disappointing fuel economy

Additional options in the two- row trim

Ultra- luxury interior fit and finish

Technology interface is not user-friendly

Strong V8 engine

Limited space in the second and third row

Specs & Features

$86,480

price

383 hp @ 5600 rpm

horsepower

403 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

5.7L 8cyl 4WD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

There are only a few SUVs in the market that can take you to some of the remotest locations, and that too in an extremely comfortable and luxury ambience. The Lexus LX 570 is one of them. It was back in 2008, when the LX got a major overhaul that marked the beginning of its third generation, since then the Lexus has been in the same generation. However, in the meanwhile Lexus has updated its flagship SUV with significant changes, increasing its overall appeal.

The 2020 Lexus LX 570 is out in the market now with the previous year model being carried forward to 2020, without any major changes. The only change in its 2020 line-up is the addition of some more features in the options list for the two-row trim that was introduced last year.

Buying Advice

There’s not many offerings in terms of trim levels. It depends on your needs whether you need a two-row version or 3-row version model. IF you opt for the two-row trim, you’ll get larger cargo area for sure. If you are choosing the three-row LX 570, we would suggest avoiding rear-seat entertainment system as the screen prevents the seconds-row seats from sliding.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

At $86,230, the 2020 Lexus LX 570 completely justifies its price statement and stands strong in a league that is also shared by the Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, Mercedes- Benz GLS 450 and Infiniti QX80. The way in which this flagship SUV amalgamates premiumness and capability, is something which is distictly specific to Toyota and Lexus. Sharing its technology and architecture with the almighty Toyota Land Cruiser, it gets all the off- roading potent of Toyota's big boy along with the exquisitely crafted premium build quality in the interiors coming from Lexus.

Not only the architecture, the LX also shares the powerful V8 with the Land Cruiser. The engine is powerful enough with plenty of torque and also provides an impressive towing capacity. However, even with all the bells and whistles along with the strong personality, the 2020 Lexus LX 570 disappoints with its unintuitive infotainmnet interface, low fuel economy and a bit tightly packed interiors.

Features
5.0/10

The 2020 Lexus LX 570 is available in two trim levels: the LX 570 2-Row and the LX 570 3-Row. Both the trims get multiple standard features such as hill-start assist control, Crawl control with turn assist, and four-wheel drive with traction control.

The luxury package includes ventilated and heated seats for first and second-row seats, 4-zone climate control exclusively for 3-row version.

Trim

2020 LX 570 2-row 4WD

2020 LX 570 3-row 4WD

MSRP

$85,830

$90,830

Key

Features

 -

All Standard Features Plus:

 

Crawl Control (a low-speed off-road cruise control)

3-Row Seating

 

Multi-Terrain Select (off-road vehicle settings)

 
 

Hill start assist

 
 

Automatic LED exterior lighting power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors

 
 

Automatic wipers

 
 

Windshield wiper de-icers

 
 

Tow hitch and a power-operated liftgate

 

We Recommend

There’s not many offerings in terms of trim levels. It depends on your needs whether you need a two-row version or 3-row version model. IF you opt for the two-row trim, you’ll get larger cargo area for sure. If you are choosing the three-row LX 570, we would suggest avoiding rear-seat entertainment system as the screen prevents the seconds-row seats from sliding.

Fuel Economy
6.6/10

The fuel economy returned by the Lexus LX 570 is really disappointing. No worries, what can one expect from an SUV of big size. It returns 13 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the highway. Mercedes GLS 450 and Land Rover Range Rover offer a bit better fuel economy. One has to compromise fuel economy over power output. The unmatched power delivery from the Lexus is the sole reason for such fuel economy.

Model

Lexus LX 570 2row SUV

Infiniti QX80

Toyota Land Cruiser SUV

Lincoln Navigator SUV

  Land Rover Range Rover SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4matic SUV

MPG (city)

13

14

13

16

17

17

MPG (highway)

18

20

18

23

23

22

MPG (combined)

15

16

15

19

19

19

Interior
9.0/10

“The Remote Touch interface makes it hard to make certain audio, navigation and climate adjustments. But there's a ton of room, and the large door openings, handholds, and wide running boards help people climb in and out.” - Edmunds

Seating and Comfort

The Lexus SUV is ultimately cozy and comfortable in both front and rear seating. Both the row are accompanied with ample bolstering. The quality of leather stitching is premium and the wooden material adds more luxury to the interior. The second row is fitted with electronically adjustable seats that help in making extra room for the third-row passengers. However, the third-row is too short for adult passengers.

In comparison to the competitors, the Lincoln Navigator offers better interior seating ad space but the Navigator holds accommodation for seven passengers while the Lexus offers accommodation for 8 passengers.

Model

Lexus LX 570 2row SUV

Infiniti QX80

Toyota Land Cruiser SUV

Lincoln Navigator SUV

Land Rover Range Rover SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4matic SUV

Passenger capacity

5

7

8

7

5

7

Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

38.3/61.0/42.9

39.9/63.8/39.6

38.3/61.0/42.9

41.8/65.2/43.9

39.3/NA/NA

41.2/58.5/40.3

Second

(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

38.9/59.1/34.4

40.0/63.5/41.0

38.9/61.1/34.4

40.0/.65.1/41.5

39.2/ NA/ NA

40.0/58.3/38.5

Infotainment System

The infotainment system comes assembled with a 12.3-inch large display along with built-in navigation. The features include:

  • Bluetooth
  • Navigation System
  • Lexus Enform Destination Assist
  • Lexus Enform App Suite
  • Siri Eyes Free for hands-free calling and messaging
  • Lexus Enform Remote to remotely access the car
  • Hd Radio With Itunes
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio

The LX 570 has a limited cargo capacity. It is quite disappointing to find small cargo space in an SUV of this size. It offers 15.5 cubic feet behind the third row and 41.0 cubic feet (After folding third row seat). However, the SUV manages to offer 83.1 cubic feet space behind the first row seat.

Model

Lexus LX 570 2row SUV

Infiniti QX80

Toyota Land Cruiser SUV

Lincoln Navigator SUV

Land Rover Range Rover SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4matic SUV

Cargo Volume (ft.3)

9.1

16.6

16.1

19.3

31.8

16

Exterior
6.0/10

“The 2020 LX 570 looks much the same as last year, with LED headlights and a huge spindle grille that immediately identifies this large SUV as a Lexus. The rest of the LX 570 is classic Land Cruiser; in other words, it’s a tall and imposing box.” – Kelley Blue Book

Dimension and Weight

The SUV is heaviest among all the rivals. The curb weight of LX 570 stands at 5800 lbs. The Lexus SUV is equipped with the same chassis as the Land Cruiser, therefore, the wheelbase, ground clearance, and the width are similar.

Model

Lexus LX 570 2row SUV

Infiniti QX80

Toyota Land Cruiser SUV

Lincoln Navigator SUV

  Land Rover Range Rover SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4matic SUV

Curb weight (lbs.)

5800

5679

5815

5685

4974

5335

Length(in)

200.0

210.2

194.9

210.0

196.9

201.6

Width(in)

78.0

79.9

78.0

79.9

81.6

84.3

Height(in)

75.2

75.8

74.0

 76.4

73.6

72.8

Ground clearance (in)

8.9

9.2

8.9

9.6

8.7

8.5

Wheelbase (in)

112.2

121.1

112.2

122.5

115.0

121.1

Track width (in) F/R

64.8/64.6

67.5/67.9

64.9/64.7

67/67.2

66.6/66.3

65.2/6

Exterior Features

The exterior features in the SUV include:

  • Triple-Beam LED headlamps
  • Power-folding and auto-dimming mirrors
  • Automatic wipers
  • Windshield wiper de-icers
  • Tow hitch and a power-operated liftgate etc.

Safety
6.0/10

The Lexus LX 570 has not been tested by the NHTSA or IIHS yet. As far as the warranty is concerned, the SUV comes with a basic warranty coverage of 4 years or 50,000 miles and engine warranty for 6 years or 70,000 miles. Lexus also offers Roadside Assistance for a period of 48 months.

Standard Safety features include:

  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • ABS and Driveline Traction Control
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Dual Stage Driver and Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Emergency S.O.S
  • Intuitive Park Assist Front and Rear Parking Sensors
  • Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot Sensor
  • Pre-Collision System (pcs) Forward Collision
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning

Competition
8.0/10

Lexus LX 570 vs Toyota Land Cruiser

The Lexus LX 570 and the Land cruiser are based on a similar platform and both of them are identical in many aspects. Only things that differentiate them is the exterior design and cosmetic changes. However, the Land Cruiser is way better in offering better interior space and cargo volume.

Lexus LX 570 vs Lincoln Navigator

The Navigator is a leading SUV in the segment. It holds a powerful twin-turbo V6 engine churning out 450 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque. It is way ahead of the Lexus LX 570 in terms of performance, fuel economy, cargo space and price.

Lexus LX 570 vs Mercedes-Benz GLS 450

The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 gets a V6 under its hood and wins over the LX 570 in terms of cargo capacity, acceleration, fuel economy and price. It is more luxurious and feature loaded in comparison to the Lexus LX 570.

Final Verdict

Since there are lesser options available with the Lexus LX 570, you are bound to take the deal whatever provided. It is an expensive car in the segment and you would require to buy some extra options. The best alternative to the LX 570 would be the Toyota Land Cruiser. The Land Cruiser costs almost $6K lesser than the LX 570.

Trims

    Two-Row
    $86,480 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 8A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 403 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 14 mpg
    Three-Row
    $91,480 onwards
    • Engine: 5.7L 8cyl 4WD 8A
    • Horsepower: 383 hp @ 5600 rpm hp
    • Torque: 403 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
    • Top Speed: 137 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 14 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$86,480- $91,480

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.11

Horsepower

383 hp @ 5600 rpm

Torque

403 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

Capacity

8

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Gasoline

7.16

420 hp @ 5600 rpm

460 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

7

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Gasoline

7.69

375 hp @ 5000 rpm

470 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

8

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Gasoline

7.38

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

383 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

8

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$66,750- $91,450

Gasoline

7.37

400 hp @ 5800 rpm

413 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$76,185- $97,135

Gasoline

8.02

450 hp @ 5500 rpm

510 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

7

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$85,415- $87,745

Gasoline

7.07

381 hp @ 5600 rpm

401 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

8

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$73,900- $99,600

Gasoline

8.21

335 hp @ 5500 rpm

330 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

7

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$90,900- $209,500

Gasoline

7.73

355 hp @ 5500 rpm

365 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

Read Review

$75,200

Gasoline

7.68

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

369 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

7

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2020 Lexus LX 570 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.4 sec15.8 sec-
    5 sec13.5 sec-
    5.1 sec13.7 sec115 mph
    5.5 sec14 sec120 mph
    5.7 sec14.2 sec140 mph
    6.2 sec14 sec134 mph

    2020 Lexus LX 570 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      12 mpg16 mpg14 mpg24.6 gal.295.2/393.6 mi.
      2020 BMW X7

      Ranked #1

      20 mpg25 mpg22 mpg21.9 gal.438/547.5 mi.
      19 mpg23 mpg21 mpg23.8 gal.452.2/547.4 mi.
      18 mpg26 mpg21 mpg20.2 gal.363.6/525.2 mi.
      19 mpg24 mpg21 mpg27.5 gal.522.5/660 mi.
      17 mpg24 mpg20 mpg25 gal.425/600 mi.

      2020 Lexus LX 570 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        200 in.78 in.75.2 in.8.9 in.112.2 in.

        2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV

        Ranked #1

        224.3 in.80.5 in.74 in.8 in.130 in.

        2020 Ford Expedition MAX

        Ranked #2

        221.9 in.79.9 in.76.4 in.9.8 in.131.6 in.
        210.2 in.79.9 in.75.8 in.9.2 in.121.1 in.
        210 in.79.9 in.76.6 in.9.8 in.122.5 in.
        210 in.79.9 in.76.4 in.9.7 in.122.5 in.

        2020 Lexus LX 570 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          9.1 cu.ft.104.2 cu.ft.45 cu.ft.
          19.3 cu.ft.-103.3 cu.ft.
          2020 BMW X7

          Ranked #2

          46.3 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.90.4 cu.ft.
          17.4 cu.ft.-84.7 cu.ft.
          57.5 cu.ft.102.9 cu.ft.104.6 cu.ft.
          16.1 cu.ft.-82.8 cu.ft.

          2020 Lexus LX 570 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            14 cu.ft.9.1 cu.ft.45 cu.ft.-
            29.9 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.94.2 cu.ft.-
            65.7 cu.ft.18.3 cu.ft.77.7 cu.ft.-
            2020 BMW X7

            Ranked #4

            88.8 cu.ft.46.3 cu.ft.90.4 cu.ft.-
            -16.6 cu.ft.95.1 cu.ft.-
            5.3 cu.ft.31.8 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-

            2020 Lexus LX 570 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7000 lbs.1285 lbs.5800 lbs.
              9300 lbs.1750 lbs.5368 lbs.
              8600 lbs.1620 lbs.5673 lbs.
              8500 lbs.1621 lbs.5679 lbs.
              8500 lbs.1690 lbs.5379 lbs.
              8300 lbs.1460 lbs.5311 lbs.

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