Because the Lexus LX 600 was an all-new model for 2022, little has changed with this big SUV for the 2023 model year. As such, the big Lexus LX remains a tough body-on-frame SUV that exudes luxury. It’s related to the current Toyota Land Cruiser, which Toyota does not sell in the U.S.
Power comes from a twin-turbo 3.4-liter V6 that sends 409 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission and a full-time 4-wheel-drive (4WD) system with low-range gearing. Maximum tow capacity is 8,000 pounds. EPA fuel economy ratings are 17 mpg city/22 mpg highway/19 mpg combined for the Lexus LX 600.
As in 2022, you can get your Lexus LX 600 as a 5-seater, a 7-seater, or a 4-seater. Natural competitors include the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, and, to a lesser extent, the Infiniti QX80.
We like the big 2023 Lexus LX 600 for its upscale cabin, tremendous technical suite, impressive off-road capabilities, and benchmark build quality.
Five trim configurations remain available: the LX 600, the LX600 Premium, the LX600 F Sport Handling, the LX 600 Luxury, and the LX 600 Ultra Luxury.
For clarity: The base LX600 seats five. The Premium, F Sport Handling, and Luxury seat seven in a 2-3-2 configuration with a power-folding third-row seat. The LX 600 Ultra Luxury seats only four, with second-row captain’s chairs that rival first-class airline travel, replete with a center armrest and a table.
Off-roaders, take note: All 2023 LX 600s have the Multi-Terrain Select System, which provides the following off-road driving modes: Auto, Dirt, Sand, Mud, Deep Snow, and Rock. They also come with Crawl Control, which lets the LX tackle rock-strewn roads at a slow but steady pace, and a Multi-Terrain Monitor, which provides views under and around the vehicle while on the trail.
Let’s explore the five available trim levels for the 2023 Lexus LX600.
2023 Lexus LX 600: $89,160
There’s nothing entry-level about the basic LX 600. It counts among its standard features 20-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, headlight washers, a windshield-wiper de-icer, a power rear liftgate, and a power moonroof.
It’s a 5-passenger SUV with supple leather upholstery and power front seats. Because there’s no third-row seat, the cargo volume in the back is generous.
Other standard hardware on the entry-level LX includes a leather-wrapped heated power-adjustable steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated outboard mirrors, and a HomeLink transceiver. Quad-zone automatic climate control, wireless smartphone charging, and four USB ports also are standard.
The infotainment system features a landscape-oriented 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen mounted high atop the center stack, complemented by a 7-inch touchscreen and a 10-speaker audio system.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are standard, as are satellite radio, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. And, yes, adaptive cruise control also is standard, along with high-beam assist, blind-spot monitoring, and a parking assist program.
On the safety front, the LX 600 benefits from a safety suite called Lexus Safety System+ 2.5, which employs advanced radar and camera capabilities. In addition to a forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, you get a lane-departure warning (with steering assist), road-sign assist, left-turn intersection support, and rear cross-traffic alert.
While Lexus doesn’t provide factory-installed option packages for the base LX 600, several available accessories exist, including all-weather cargo mats, roof-rack cross bars, wheel locks, etc.
With the $1,345 delivery charge already figured into the price, the 2023 Lexus LX 600 costs $89,160. If you put no money down and finance that amount for 60 months at 3% interest, it works out to approximately $1,602 per month. See 2023 Lexus LX 600 models for sale near you
2023 LX 600 includes:
- Full-time 4WD – The LX 600’s 4WD system features a locking limited-slip center differential that distributes power between the front and rear axles as needed.
- Power tilt-and-slide moonroof – This moonroof comes standard on the entry-level LX 600. The headroom remains generous.
- Crawl Control – Press a button, and the LX goes at a slow and steady pace over challenging terrain. Aided by Turn Assist, which applies the brakes to the inside rear wheel to help tighten your cornering line.
2023 Lexus LX 600 Premium: $97,110
The LX 600 Premium is a 7-seater with a fold-flat third-row seat, adaptive variable suspension, ventilated front seats, and heated seats in the first two rows.
You also get a head-up display, ambient interior lighting, a foot-activated hands-free power rear liftgate, and six USB ports.
With the optional Interior Upgrade Package, you get softer semi-aniline interior leather, vented second-row seats, and a Cool Box for your drinks.
With the optional Appearance Package, you get black trim on the grille, windows, bumpers, dark gray roof rails, and 18-inch matte-gray alloy wheels.
The LX 600 Premium has one stand-alone option: a 2,400-watt Mark Levinson surround-sound audio system with 25 speakers.
With the $1,345 delivery charge already figured into the price, the 2023 Lexus LX 600 Premium costs $97,110. Financing that amount with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to about $1,745 per month. See 2023 Lexus LX 600 Premium models for sale near you
2023 Lexus LX 600 Premium includes:
- Adaptive variable suspension – Adaptive shock damping creates a comfortable ride in various conditions while minimizing the pitch and roll often associated with taller vehicles.
- Head-up display – Key vehicle information is displayed on the back of the windshield, helping the driver stay better focused on the road.
- Hands-free power liftgate – With your arms full of groceries, you can swipe your foot under the rear bumper to automatically open the LX 600 Premium’s liftgate.
2023 Lexus LX 600 F Sport Handling: $103,370
The F Sport grade is basically an LX 600 Premium with some performance and aesthetic modifications.
On the performance front, the Lexus LX 600 F Sport Handling gets sport-tuned suspension with firmer shock absorption and a rear anti-roll bar. It also gets a limited-slip rear differential, which aids rear grip when accelerating aggressively out of tight corners. The F Sport Handling also gets forged 22-inch alloy wheels in an attractive dark gray.
Cosmetic touches include F Sport badges on the front fenders, plus unique front and rear bumpers. Inside, the F Sport treatment appears in the supple semi-aniline seat leather, the perforated leather trim on the steering wheel, and the F Sport aluminum pedal covers.
Individual options are highlighted by the Active Height Control suspension and the powerful 25-speaker Mark Levinson surround-sound audio system.
Active Height Control provides three different ride heights while the LX 600 is in motion and has a low setting when stopped for easier passenger ingress and egress.
With the $1,345 delivery charge already figured into the price, the 2023 Lexus LX 600 F Sport Handling costs $103,370. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to roughly $1,857 per month. See 2023 Lexus LX 600 F Sport Handling models for sale near you
2023 Lexus LX 600 F Sport Handling includes:
- F Sport suspension – With firm dampers and a rear anti-roll bar, this suspension helps to keep the LX 600 well-controlled on twisty roads.
- Limited-slip rear differential – Adds sportiness by helping to keep the inside rear wheel from losing traction when accelerating out of corners.
- Cool Box – This box, in the center console and under the armrest, is a great place to keep a few beverages chilled.
2023 Lexus LX 600 Luxury: $105,110
The 2023 Lexus LX 600 Luxury is much like an LX 600 Premium with several other features, including the Cool Box.
One of the most appreciated features in the 7-seat LX 600 Luxury is the one-touch auto-arrange power-folding seats. With the press of a single button, both back rows fold flat to turn this LX into the world’s most luxurious cargo van.
Other nice touches on the LX 600 Luxury include 22-inch forged alloy wheels (in a machined finish), semi-aniline leather upholstery, vented second-row outboard seats, and the 25-speaker Mark Levinson sound system.
Also notable: The LX 600 Luxury has illuminated door sills and soft-close doors that automatically cinch tight.
Options include the blacked-out Appearance Package, Active Height Control, and a rear-seat entertainment system (with dual 11.4-inch screens). Note: If you order your LX 600 Luxury with the Appearance Package, it comes with 18-inch matte-gray alloy wheels, not the usual 22s.
With the $1,345 delivery charge already figured into the price, the LX 600 Luxury costs $105,110. With no money down, financing that amount for 60 months at 3% interest works out to about $1,889 per month. See 2023 Lexus LX 600 Luxury models for sale near you
2023 Lexus LX 600 Luxury includes:
- Auto-arrange power seats – By pushing one button, the front-row seats move forward, and the second- and third-row seats fold flat, enabling the LX to carry oversized cargo.
- Auto door closers – No need to slam the doors shut in this big Lexus SUV. Shut them gently and let this system snug them shut.
- Mark Levinson audio system – This 2,400-watt surround-sound audio system, with 25 speakers, is better than most of us have in our homes.
2023 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury: $129,250
The LX 600 Ultra Luxury is aptly named.
It’s the most opulent LX available. It loses the third-row seat and replaces the second-row bench with a pair of captain’s chairs flanking a center armrest and table. Besides reclining up to 48 degrees, these individual rear seats offer a massaging feature and a wireless smartphone charger.
And that’s not all. The 4-seat 2023 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury also comes equipped with diamond-stitched leather seats (with embossed headrests), a power rear ottoman for the right-rear passenger, a digital rearview mirror, and a rear-seat entertainment system with twin 11.4-inch screens and four USB ports.
Rounding out the Ultra Luxury hardware are silver-finish 22-inch alloy wheels and Active Height Control.
Options? None.
With the $1,345 delivery charge already figured into the price, the 2023 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury costs $129,250. With no money down, financing that amount for 60 months at 3% interest works out to about $2,322 per month. See 2023 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury models for sale near you
2023 Lexus LX 600 Ultra Luxury includes:
- Active Height Control – There are three automatically controlled ride-heights for the LX 600 when it’s moving, plus a low setting for ease of ingress and egress when parked.
- Rear-Seat Entertainment System – Second-row passengers can enjoy their movies and games independently. The system includes two sets of wireless headphones and a DVD player.
- Rear captain’s chairs – These reclining rear seats are like first-class airline travel, upholstered in soft aniline leather and offering massage.
