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2018 Lexus LX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big change for the 2018 Lexus LX was a new five-seat, two-row LX 570 with more cargo space. Otherwise, this was a light-update year, with the same V8, eight-speed automatic, full-time four-wheel drive, and core safety equipment as before.
About the 2018 Lexus LX
3rd generation LX (2008-2021), late-cycle year after the 2016 design and tech update.
The LX is Lexus’s full-size flagship SUV for buyers who want a luxury cabin without giving up true trail ability, towing strength, and long-haul durability. Lexus markets it as peak luxury paired with real off-road capability, which sets it apart from large crossovers that are mostly road-focused. Its core appeal is straightforward: V8 power, full-time 4WD, serious suspension hardware, and a richly finished cabin for family travel, towing, and rough-road use.
The 2018 LX 570 is Lexus’s full-size flagship SUV, combining a leather-lined cabin with serious off-road hardware. Its 383-horsepower V8, low-range gearing, height-adjustable suspension, 12.3-inch navigation screen, and multi-angle camera system support that luxury-meets-capability role. Buyers will find both the family-focused three-row layout and the roomier five-seat, two-row version in this model year.
What changed, by category
Structural
A five-seat, two-row LX 570 joined the existing three-row model, trading the third row for more cargo space.
Interior equipment
Heated and ventilated front seats shifted from standard equipment to optional equipment across the lineup.
2018 Lexus LX specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, VVT, 5.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Sequential Shift |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 18 mpg |
| Horsepower | 383 hp |
| Torque | 403 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7000 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 28.3 in |
| Seats | 8 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Third Row Seat | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What was the biggest change to the 2018 Lexus LX?
The biggest change was the addition of a five-seat, two-row LX 570. It removed the third row to provide more cargo space.
Does the 2018 Lexus LX have two or three rows?
The 2018 Lexus LX was sold in both layouts. The newly added two-row version seats five and emphasizes cargo room, while the three-row version provides additional passenger seating.
Did the 2018 Lexus LX get a new engine or four-wheel-drive system?
No, the 2018 LX retained its 383-horsepower 5.7-liter V8, eight-speed automatic, and full-time four-wheel drive with low-range gearing.
Were heated and ventilated front seats standard on the 2018 Lexus LX?
No, heated and ventilated front seats were optional equipment for 2018 rather than standard across the lineup.
Is the 2018 Lexus LX substantially different from the 2017 model?
No, the 2018 LX is not substantially different from the 2017 model. Its main advantage is the added five-seat, two-row version; the core V8, transmission, four-wheel-drive system, and overall design largely carried over.
2018 Lexus LX Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 Lexus LX.
4.3
2018 Lexus LX
(34 reviews)
Sources
- lexus.com — Models / 2018 / MY18 Lexus LX Brochure
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2018 Lexus Lx 570 Conquering City Rural Roads Power Luxury
- pressroom.lexus.com — Adventurers Get More Cargo Space Lexus New Two Row Version Lx 570
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2017 Lexus Lx 570 Upgrade Design Luxury
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2019 Lexus Lx 570 Press Kit