In the United States, the fourth-generation Lexus LX offers a larger range of trim options than ever before, including F Sport and four-seat Ultra Luxury. The premium automaker has, however, developed an off-road-focused version in Japan.
The Off-road variant foregoes the big wheels seen on US-spec vehicles in favor of smaller 18-inch rims. It also has a special pair of tires that improves its capacity to handle difficult terrain.
Only a rear Torsen limited-slip differential is available on the LX in North America. The LX Off-road is similar to the new Toyota Land Cruiser GR Sport, but it features three locking differentials thanks to the addition of front and center differentials.
The LX Off-road has also undergone some more subtle modifications. The wheels have a matte grey surface, with black wheel arches and a dark gray finish over the front spindle grille.
Under the hood, the Lexus LX 600 Off road has the same twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine as the LC300, delivering 409 horsepower and 649 Nm of torque. A 10-speed automatic transmission is mated to the new engine.
This boosts the premium SUV's power and torque by 26 horsepower and 103 Nm over the previous-generation model's 5.7-liter V8.
The new Lexus LX will be on sale in the United States in the first quarter of next year. There's no indication on whether the Off-road will join the LX's U.S. lineup.