Verdict
The Lexus GX costs RM780,000 against the Lexus RX’s RM468,888, a RM311,112 step up that also brings 349 hp, 650 Nm and a 1,063-litre boot. The RX counters with a far lower RM754 annual road tax versus RM2,352, plus a 1,914-kg kerb weight against 3,110 kg. Both are five-seat, all-wheel-drive petrol SUVs with a 2,850-mm wheelbase and strong core safety kit. For Malaysian buyers carrying bulky loads or wanting the quicker 7.0-second sprint, the GX has the numbers; the RX is the more affordable ownership proposition.
Pick the Lexus GX if you need the 1,063-litre boot, full-size spare tyre and 650 Nm twin-turbo V6 performance.
Pick the Lexus RX if you want to save RM311,112 upfront, pay RM1,598 less in annual road tax and get more elaborate rear-seat accommodation.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus GX RM780,000; Lexus RX RM468,888.
- Engine output: Lexus GX 349 hp and 650 Nm; Lexus RX 275 hp and 430 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus GX 7.0 seconds; Lexus RX 7.6 seconds.
- Boot space: Lexus GX 1,063 litres; Lexus RX 612 litres.
- Kerb weight: Lexus GX 3,110 kg; Lexus RX 1,914 kg.
- Annual road tax: Lexus GX RM2,352; Lexus RX RM754.
GX
- 349 hp and 650 Nm from a 3,445-cc twin-turbo engine
- 1,063-litre boot and full-size spare tyre
- 10-speed automatic and 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- RM311,112 more expensive than the RX
- RM2,352 annual road tax versus RM754
- Rear seats only 60:40 split-folding, versus the RX’s powered recline 40:20:40 arrangement with heating and ventilation
RX
- RM468,888 price and RM754 annual road tax
- Powered reclining 40:20:40 rear seats with heating and ventilation
- Adaptive Variable Suspension, 21-inch wheels and 12-speaker audio
- 275 hp and 430 Nm trail the GX’s 349 hp and 650 Nm
- 612-litre boot is 451 litres smaller than the GX’s
- Tyre repair kit instead of the GX’s full-size spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM780,000 | RM468,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection and dual variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC Direct and Port injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 349 hp✓ | 275 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 430 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 85.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 11 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10-Speed Direct Shift | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7 seconds✓ | 7.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,015 mm | 4,890 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,890 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 3,110 kg | 1,914 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 1,063 litres✓ | 612 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 235/50R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 235/50R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Alenza 001 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 21" Multi-spoke Alloy with Hyper Chrome Metallic Machined Finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated and Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Power Folding and Recline, 40:20:40 Split-folding, Heated and Ventilated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front 12-volt, 4 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade and Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 14" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 10-speaker Pioneer Sound System | 14" EMV Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 12-speaker Lexus Premium Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation (with Smart Card Key) | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera and 3D Function |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,352 | RM754✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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GX vs RX FAQ
Is the Lexus GX or Lexus RX better?
The GX is better for outright power and load space: it has 349 hp, 650 Nm and a 1,063-litre boot. The RX is better for lower purchase and annual road-tax costs, while adding powered, heated and ventilated rear seats.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus GX costs RM780,000 and the Lexus RX costs RM468,888, so the GX costs RM311,112 more.
Which Lexus has the more practical rear cabin?
The RX has the more versatile rear arrangement, with power folding and recline, a 40:20:40 split, heating, ventilation and single-zone rear climate control. The GX uses a 60:40 split-folding rear bench with rear air vents.