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2021 Lexus GX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2021 Lexus GX is acoustic front side glass across the lineup for a quieter cabin. It is otherwise a light update, with a new Premium Plus package but no redesign or powertrain change.
About the 2021 Lexus GX
2nd generation GX 460 (2010-2023), late-cycle year after the 2020 front-end/safety update and before the larger 2022 infotainment update.
Lexus positions the GX as a dual-purpose luxury SUV: a three-row vehicle that can handle commuting, family trips, towing, and genuine off-road travel without giving up a quiet cabin and upscale materials. What sets it apart from softer luxury crossovers is its old-school body-on-frame build, standard full-time 4WD, low-range hardware, and V8 power, paired with Lexus comfort and long-haul durability.
The 2021 GX 460 remains a traditional three-row SUV with a V8, full-time four-wheel drive, low-range gearing, and trail-focused suspension hardware. The Luxury trim adds a plusher cabin, an adaptive suspension, rear air suspension, heated second-row seats, and a power-folding third row.
What changed, by category
Structural
Acoustic front side glass is added across the lineup to improve cabin sound isolation.
Tech
A new Premium Plus package slots between Premium and Luxury, although there is no major permanent infotainment upgrade across the range.
2021 Lexus GX specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Shift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Sequential Shift |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 301 hp | 301 hp |
| Torque | 329 lb-ft | 329 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6500 lb | 6500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 64.7 cu-ft | 64.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.3 in | 29.3 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Third Row Seat | ||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2021 Lexus GX?
The biggest change is acoustic front side glass on every 2021 GX, which improves cabin sound isolation. The rest of the SUV is largely unchanged from 2020.
Was the 2021 Lexus GX redesigned?
No, the 2021 Lexus GX was not redesigned. It remains part of the second GX 460 generation and keeps the front-end design introduced for 2020.
Did the 2021 Lexus GX get a new engine or four-wheel-drive system?
No, its powertrain carries over. Every 2021 GX uses a 301-horsepower 4.6-liter V8, a six-speed automatic transmission, and full-time four-wheel drive.
Did the safety equipment change on the 2021 Lexus GX?
No, there was no lineup-wide safety hardware change for 2021. The safety suite and blind-spot monitoring had already become standard across the GX range for 2020.
What package was added to the 2021 Lexus GX lineup?
The Premium Plus package was added for 2021 and sits between Premium and Luxury in the lineup. It is a packaging change rather than a redesign or new powertrain.
2021 Lexus GX Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 Lexus GX.
4.1
2021 Lexus GX
(115 reviews)
“I love love love this vehicle. This is my EIGHTH one. But the power and performance, technology and rear door design desperately need to be addressed... and now!”
“We know that Lexus has the "best made" vehicles that will give you excellence and less problems for as long as you have them.”
Sources
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2021 Lexus Gx Press Kit Update
- lexus.com — Models / 2021 / MY21 Lexus GX Brochure
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2020 Lexus Gx 460 Adds Standard Lexus Safety System Plus And Available All New Off Road Package
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New For 2022
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2022 Lexus Gx Gx Black Line Special Edition
- pressroom.lexus.com — Second Generation Lexus Gx 460 Luxury Suv Combines Capability And Comfort
- pressroom.lexus.com — A New Legend Is Born The All New 2024 Lexus Gx