2024 Lexus TX Ultimate Buyer’s Guide & Review

Accessibility: Is the Lexus TX a Successful 3-Row SUV?

That depends on your needs and the mobility of everyone involved, to be honest.

On one hand, I’m six feet tall and was able to arrange the TX in such a way that I could comfortably sit in all three rows. I don’t think I’d want to road trip across the country in all three, but overall, it’s a very flexible vehicle in terms of seating. (Even more so when children are involved.)

However, unlike body-on-frame three-row SUVs and minivans, there’s a limited amount of vertical space (height) inside this cabin, which makes it more challenging for adults to do things like walk (crawl?) between the second-row captain’s chairs to enter row three. One can fold and slide the second row out of the way with the touch of a button, or mechanical levers, but climbing into the back is reminiscent of getting into the rear of a sports car. This becomes even more challenging with child seats locked into the second row as the seat can slide forward, but no longer fold.

Overall, third-row access is quick and simple for smaller folks, but larger people or anyone with mobility issues may find it challenging to access all three rows. Still, Lexus has packaged the interior space well, offering power plugs in every row and plenty of adjustability to give every passenger as much (or as little) room as one might need in a variety of configurations.

In short, Lexus has succeeded in making a real three-row crossover SUV, but if mobility is an issue, or you want more interior volume, a full-size SUV or a minivan would work better.

1. Engineering, Exterior, Interior, Powertrains, & Pricing
2. TX 350
3. TX 350 Premium
4. TX 350 Luxury
5. TX 500h F Sport Performance Premium
6. TX 500h F Sport Performance Luxury
7. TX550+ Luxury
8. Should I Buy a TX or an RX?
9. Accessibility: Is the TX a Genuine 3-Row SUV?
10. Final Thoughts (Should I Buy a TX?)

Michael S. Palmer

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