The Lexus TX should work better for most people than the Lexus GX. TX is built from a car platform - and mechanically very similar to Grand Highlander, which is similar to the Highlander which is derived from the Camry.

The GX is a body-on-frame SUV, with real 4WD in addition to full-time AWD. A BOF SUV will have less interior space and get worse gas mileage than a unibody crossover at the same external dimensions. In return, the BOF SUV has more ground clearance, towing capacity, and off-road ability. The GX can also use heavier duty light truck tires. In normal street driving, none of the advantages of of a BOF SUV will be apparent.

Background: I am the current owner of a Lexus GX 470 and previously owned a Lexus RX 350, which is mechanically equivalent to a Toyota Highlander. I need and use the additional capabilities of the GX, but the feel RX drives better on pavement.

I personally wouldn't own a Volvo product due to reliability concerns.

What a stupid model name

Bump. We are considering the same two choices and will welcome any other thoughts. Thanks!

Anonymous wrote:I have the XC90 and test drove the TX. They are pretty different due to size, the TX looks and feels a lot bigger. I have 2 tweens and only occasionally use the 3rd row so the 90 made more sense for me.

We just did the opposite. I really like the XC90 a lot, but we use our third row for both kids and adults weekly (and I couldn't bring myself to get a minivan), so the extra space ended up being the deciding factor for us. When our other 2 row SUV gets too long in the tooth I'm sure we will give the Volvo another look - and maybe by then they will have finally come out with a new body design.

I have the XC90 and test drove the TX. They are pretty different due to size, the TX looks and feels a lot bigger. I have 2 tweens and only occasionally use the 3rd row so the 90 made more sense for me.

Anonymous wrote:OP, we have the Lexus TX 500h. We are very happy with it. Only gripes I have so far as follows:

1) The sport style front seats in the 500h are a little stiff and snug (meaning the bolsters) for me. Many reviewers seem to like that about it.
2) So far we are getting only 21 mpg (at 1,300 miles). I'm told that we haven't put enough miles on it yet, but still I suspect it will end up short of the stated mpg. It is the sport edition and I tend to push it for such a large vehicle, so that doesn't help I suppose.
3) I wish the power seat recliners for the third row could be turned off, similar to locking the power windows. My kids and their friends love playing with the reclining third row seat backs ALL THE TIME.

Otherwise it's been great so far.

We just purchased a 2024 Volvo XC90 Ultimate Recharge. We are getting 1400 - 1500 miles on a full tank of gas!

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Anonymous wrote:Why not get the Lexus GX? It has 3 rows too

OP - I considered it but reviews (I’m paraphrasing) say it’s more “truckish” and the tx is a smoother ride. But if you have the Gx let me know what you think!

I'm coming from a bmw so the lexus gx is super cushy and soft to me. The 3rd row seating is pretty basic, so if you need to use all 3 rows all the time maybe the GX is better. The GX is built on a truck base and it's 4x4 but it's a nice ride but maybe overkill unless you drive in tough conditions

Anonymous wrote:Lexus and Volvo aren’t even comparable.

NP. The cargo space between the two is significantly different (like 17 cu ft, which for most SUVs is like the entire space behind the 3rd row). TX has a far more usable and comfortable 3rd row. I think most who buy the Toyota Grand Highlander or Lexus TX are doing so for best-in-class cargo space and 3rd row.

OP, we have the Lexus TX 500h. We are very happy with it. Only gripes I have so far as follows:

1) The sport style front seats in the 500h are a little stiff and snug (meaning the bolsters) for me. Many reviewers seem to like that about it.
2) So far we are getting only 21 mpg (at 1,300 miles). I'm told that we haven't put enough miles on it yet, but still I suspect it will end up short of the stated mpg. It is the sport edition and I tend to push it for such a large vehicle, so that doesn't help I suppose.
3) I wish the power seat recliners for the third row could be turned off, similar to locking the power windows. My kids and their friends love playing with the reclining third row seat backs ALL THE TIME.

Otherwise it's been great so far.

Anonymous wrote:Lexus and Volvo aren’t even comparable.

Explain please.

Anonymous wrote:Why not get the Lexus GX? It has 3 rows too

OP - I considered it but reviews (I’m paraphrasing) say it’s more “truckish” and the tx is a smoother ride. But if you have the Gx let me know what you think!

Why not get the Lexus GX? It has 3 rows too

I don't have one but I've heard good things. It supposedly has one of the more useable third rows. The Volvo's third row is really tiny and not very useable. I think the TX is a 4-cylinder.

Lexus and Volvo aren’t even comparable.

Anyone have the Lexus TX and can share their experiences? Looking for 3rd row SUV. Also considering the Volvo XC90 (currently have Volvo XC60).