The Design and Engineering of the New Lexus GX550

🚗The Lexus GX550 shares the tngf platform with other vehicles, allowing for standardized design and reduced development time.

🔧The size difference among the models requires some changes in the frame and reinforcements, but the width of the frame remains the same.

🐎The Lexus GX550 has a 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine with smaller turbochargers for faster response, producing 349 horsepower and similar torque to the Lexus LX.

🚘The Lexus GX550 features electric power steering (EPS) for lighter and more comfortable driving, with the steering feel tuned by specialists to suit each model.

🌲The GX550 is designed with off-roading in mind, with features like a raised hood and smaller overhang, integrated spindle design, and rugged components.

Which platform does the Lexus GX550 share with other vehicles?

—The Lexus GX550 shares the tngf platform with other vehicles, allowing for standardized design and reduced development time.

What is the engine configuration of the Lexus GX550?

—The Lexus GX550 has a 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine with smaller turbochargers, producing 349 horsepower and similar torque to the Lexus LX.

What is the advantage of electric power steering (EPS) in the Lexus GX550?

—Electric power steering in the Lexus GX550 provides lighter and more comfortable driving, with the feel tuned by specialists to suit the model.

What off-road design features does the Lexus GX550 have?

—The Lexus GX550 is designed with off-roading in mind, featuring a raised hood, smaller overhang, integrated spindle design, and rugged components.

Who was involved in the development of the Lexus GX550?

—The chief engineer of the Lexus GX550 was involved in the development of the vehicle, overseeing the entire tngf platform.

00:00In this video, the chief engineer of the new Lexus GX550 shares insights about the development and design of the vehicle.

02:58The Lexus GX550 shares the tngf platform with other vehicles, allowing for standardized design and reduced development time.

06:58The Lexus GX550 has a 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine with smaller turbochargers, producing 349 horsepower and similar torque to the Lexus LX.

09:48The Lexus GX550 features electric power steering (EPS) for lighter and more comfortable driving, with the feel tuned by specialists to suit the model.

12:26The Lexus GX550 is designed with off-roading in mind, featuring a raised hood, smaller overhang, integrated spindle design, and rugged components.