Lexus not too long ago teamed up with JAOS, an organization that makes a speciality of off-road gear, to additional enhance its already formidable 2024 GX 550 Overtrail when it comes dealing with tough terrain.

The results of the collaboration was demonstrated within the type of the GX 550 Overtrail idea that debuted over the weekend in the course of the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon tuning fest.

Key modifications embody the entrance bumper guard with built-in lights, which is joined on the entrance by an aluminum skid plate. Metal rock rails have been added to the perimeters and an aluminum roof rack might be discovered up prime.

Efficiency modifications embody a raise package with adjustable dampers and titanium springs, and 18-inch wheels wrapped in Toyo Open Nation all-terrain tires. A set of mud flaps additional add to the rugged look.

Lexus GX 550 Overtrail by JAOS idea

Lexus hasn’t stated whether or not it plans to supply any of the elements, a lot of them out there from JAOS, via its personal dealerships. Common Motors has such a partnership with AEV, which gives upgrades for some Chevy and GMC automobiles. Nevertheless, Lexus introduced an identical GX-based off-roading idea on the 2023 SEMA present final fall, and among the elements on that idea will probably be supplied via Lexus’ Related Accent Product (AAP) program, the automaker stated on the idea’s debut.

The 2024 GX is due in showrooms early this yr with a base value of $64,250, together with a $1,350 vacation spot cost. Normal throughout the vary is a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6 delivering 349 hp. The engine is hooked to a 10-speed computerized transmission and full-time four-wheel-drive system with a 2-speed switch case and a Torsen limited-slip heart differential.

Becoming a member of the GX 550 Overtrail idea on the Lexus stand on the Tokyo Auto Salon was a high-performance idea primarily based on Lexus’ LBX subcompact crossover offered abroad.