Verdict
The Lexus GX GX550 Overtrail at RM 780,000 and Lexus GX GX550 Luxury+ at RM 830,000 use the same 3,445 cc twin-turbo V6, 349 hp, 650 Nm, 10-speed automatic and AWD, so the RM 50,000 gap is not buying more performance. Both do 0-100 km/h in 7 seconds. The Luxury+ adds seven seats, 22-inch wheels and a 21-speaker Mark Levinson system, but boot space drops from 1,063 litres to 171 litres. For most buyers, the Overtrail is the cleaner buy unless the third row matters.
Pick the Lexus GX GX550 Overtrail if you want the same powertrain and safety kit for less money, with five seats and much more boot space.
Pick the Lexus GX GX550 Luxury+ if you need seven seats and want the 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio system and 22-inch wheels.
Key differences
- Price: RM 780,000 (Overtrail) vs RM 830,000 (Luxury+)
- Seats: 5 seats (Overtrail) vs 7 seats (Luxury+)
- Boot space: 1,063 litres (Overtrail) vs 171 litres (Luxury+)
- Audio: 10-speaker Pioneer system (Overtrail) vs 21-speaker Mark Levinson system (Luxury+)
- Wheels and tyres: 18-inch alloys with 265/70R18 tyres (Overtrail) vs 22-inch alloys with 265/50R22 tyres (Luxury+)
- Seat belts: 5 three-point belts (Overtrail) vs 7 three-point belts (Luxury+)
GX550 Overtrail
- RM 50,000 cheaper with the same 349 hp and 650 Nm output
- Far larger 1,063-litre boot space
- Taller 265/70R18 tyre package on 18-inch alloys
- Only five seats versus seven in the Luxury+
- 10-speaker Pioneer audio instead of the 21-speaker Mark Levinson system
GX550 Luxury+
- Seven seats with seven three-point seat belts
- 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio system
- 22-inch alloys give it the larger wheel package
- Costs RM 50,000 more with no extra horsepower or torque
- Boot space is only 171 litres versus 1,063 litres in the Overtrail
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 780,000✓ | RM 830,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection and dual variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection and dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 3,445 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 349 hp | 349 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V | V |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 85.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10-Speed Direct Shift | 10-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,015 mm | 5,015 mm |
| Width | 2,000 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Height | 1,890 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 3,110 kg | 3,175 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 1,063 litres✓ | 171 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 265/50R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 265/50R22 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size | Full-size |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 22" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on two 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators | Bi-LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam and Sequential Indicators |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| 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 | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Front | Front |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade and Rear Window Shades | 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" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Wired Android Auto, Wireless Apple CarPlay and 21-speaker Mark Levinson 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 (with Smart Card Key) |
| 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 |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 2,352 | RM 2,352 |
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.
GX550 Overtrail vs GX550 Luxury+ FAQ
Is the Lexus GX GX550 Overtrail or Lexus GX GX550 Luxury+ better?
The Lexus GX GX550 Overtrail is the better-value pick because it has the same 349 hp, 650 Nm, AWD and 7-second 0-100 km/h time for RM 50,000 less. Choose the Luxury+ only if you need seven seats.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus GX GX550 Luxury+ costs RM 50,000 more than the Lexus GX GX550 Overtrail, at RM 830,000 versus RM 780,000.
Do both Lexus GX GX550 variants have the same performance?
Yes. Both use a 3,445 cc twin-turbo V6 with 349 hp and 650 Nm, a 10-speed automatic and AWD. Both are listed with a 7-second 0-100 km/h time and 175 km/h top speed.