Lexus has made several updates to the LX in its home market, where buyers can now order the F Sport trim that has been offered in the US and Middle East since the current generation launched in late 2021. The flagship SUV also receives revised chassis tuning across the range, changes that could be introduced in other markets in the near future.
The new F Sport grade is available with both the gasoline-powered LX 600 and hybrid LX 700h. It joins the Japanese lineup’s standard LX, rugged Overtrail+ and range-topping Executive variants.
F Sport styling brings a sportier grille, lower bumper moldings and dedicated badges. The SUV also rides on black 22-inch forged alloy wheels with red brake calipers, while Neutrino Gray is offered exclusively for the exterior and Flare Red is available inside. The cabin adds sport seats, Hadori aluminum trim inspired by Japanese swords, branded scuff plates, aluminum pedals and dimpled leather on the steering wheel and gearknob.
The F Sport also receives dedicated tuning for its performance dampers, Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) and Electric Power Steering (EPS), along with a Torsen limited-slip differential on the rear axle.
For the rest of the range, Lexus has revised the steering feel and suspension characteristics to improve handling and ride comfort.
The standard LX 600 uses 20-inch aluminum wheels with six double spokes and a dark clear-coat finish. The off-road-oriented Overtrail+ rides on larger 265/70R18 tires, which feature an optimized structure and tread design to reduce road noise, plus a block pattern on the sidewalls.
Lexus has also added White Nova Glass Flake to the color range, with the new finish available across the lineup.
The SUV continues with two powertrain choices. The entry-level LX 600 uses a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter gasoline V6 producing 409 hp (305 kW / 415 PS) and 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque.
The LX 700h combines the twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor in a self-charging hybrid system, generating 457 hp (341 kW / 463 PS) and 790 Nm (583 lb-ft) of torque. Both versions send power to all four wheels through a 10-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission.
Pricing for the updated Japanese LX range begins at ¥15,600,000 ($98,900) for the standard LX 600. The new LX 600 F Sport costs ¥17,000,000 ($107,800), while the LX 700h F Sport starts at ¥18,000,000 ($114,100). At the top of the lineup, the four-seat LX 700h Executive is priced at ¥22,100,000 ($140,100).
Japan’s updated Lexus LX lineup introduces the long-awaited F Sport grade for both the LX 600 and LX 700h, bringing distinctive styling, sport-focused cabin details, and dedicated chassis tuning. Lexus has also revised steering and suspension settings throughout the range, added a new exterior color, and retained the existing twin-turbo V6 and hybrid powertrains. Prices run from ¥15.6 million to ¥22.1 million.
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