2024 Lexus TX: 6 Pros and Cons to Consider

New Kind of Lexus

The 2024 Lexus TX debuted to much fanfare recently, and for a few good reasons - chiefly among them, the fact that this is the first big, proper, family-hauling three-row SUV from the brand, which is something Americans simply can't get enough of. However, like everything in life, the TX isn't what anyone might call perfect - in fact, after spending some time with one recently, the folks at Cars.com had a few notable takeaways in the form of mostly pros, but also a few cons. 

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Pro: Size and Space

One of the most appealing things about the TX is how much space it has to offer, both for passengers and cargo. Even the third row has enough legroom for most people, which is also true of its copious amounts of headroom. Getting into the third row is even a breeze thanks to the power tilt/fold function for the second-row seating, to boot. 

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Con: Lack of Luxuriousness?

The TX is obviously a step up from the Toyota Grand Highlander in terms of its luxuriousness, but Cars.com felt like it doesn't necessarily look or feel quite as opulent as it should. They point to the SUV's lack of upscale interior materials, as well as its overall interior design as slight downsides that aren't necessarily deal breakers - they just expected a bit more from Lexus, honestly. 

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Pro: Plethora of Powertrains

One thing we can't really knock is the variety of powertrains one can opt for in the new TX, however. Customers here have some solid options, ranging from the base turbo 2.4L four-cylinder making 275 horsepower to the TX 500h F Sport Performance that uses the same engine plus a hybrid system to churn out 366 hp, or the plug-in hybrid TX 550h+, which mates a 3.5L V6 with electrification to make 404 hp.

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Con: Lacking (F) Sport

The sporty F Sport does have a couple of downsides, however, in that it presents buyers with a sportier but also stiffer ride, and those massive 22-inch wheels also generate their fair share of road noise. Those types of qualities may represent a suitable trade-off for some, but for most shopping for a big SUV, we doubt they're looking to go out and carve up corners at the expense of ride quality. 

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Pro: Cool Features

The F Sport Performance does offer a pretty cool feature in the form of four-wheel steering that significantly cuts down its turning radius, however, and there are some other nifty things present in the TX lineup, too. Those include a rearview mirror with a camera, as well as a power-folding third row, which is something the Grand Highlander doesn't offer. 

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Con: Pricing

Of course, all of this goodness comes at a price, and the MSRP of the TX is one that many feel is a bit too high. Cars.com agrees, noting that its $55k starting price makes it a questionable value, particularly since the top trim Grand Highlander is arguably as nice and costs thousands less than the comparable TX. However, we imagine that many will gravitate toward the Lexus based on its name equity, if nothing else. 

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