2025 Lexus TX

Interior & Tech: Lexus Finally Caught Up

Lexus tech has felt outdated for years and I can confidently say that is no longer the case.

Inside the TX you’ll find:

• A heads-up display
• Fully digital gauge cluster
• Large, responsive infotainment screen
• Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• Rearview camera mirror (amazing with car seats blocking visibility)

One standout feature I loved: the heated seats and heated steering wheel automatically adjust based on cabin temperature. If the car doesn’t need them on, they won’t turn on... which actually makes a lot of sense.

Driver-assist features are strong too. The car will alert you if it detects that you’ve looked away from the road too long, which felt helpful rather than annoying.

Storage, Cup Holders & Everyday Use

Up front, storage is thoughtfully done:

• Wireless charger
• Three USB-C ports
• Extra storage under the charger
• Deep center console (yes, it fits a Stanley)

The cup holders are… interesting. They’re large and square, and technically removable which felt unnecessary and a little clunky. I appreciate innovation, but this one didn’t fully land for me.

Visibility is excellent throughout the cabin, and the panoramic sunroof plus large third-row windows make the interior feel light and open.

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The TX comes with either a bench seat or captain’s chairs. I tested the captain’s chairs setup.

Here’s the honest truth:
👉 Second-row legroom is tight if you’re a taller driver using rear-facing car seats.

With bulkier rear-facing seats installed, I couldn’t get the driver’s seat far enough back to be truly comfortable. This doesn’t make the TX a bad vehicle but it does mean it won’t work for every family.

If you’re tall and running multiple rear-facing seats, I strongly recommend testing more compact seats before committing. At the end of this review I leave some of my carseat recs for this car.

That said, third-row access with captain’s chairs is excellent, especially when using rotating car seats. The aisle is wide, and my older child had no trouble getting back there.

Car Seat Hardware: Best in Class

This deserves its own section because it matters.

Every rear seat in the Lexus TX — all four — has:

• Its own lower anchors
• Its own tether anchor

That is best-in-class and exactly what families need. Huge win for Lexus here.

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For a midsize SUV, the cargo space is outstanding.

The trunk is large, wide, and practical. The third row power-folds completely flat, and the load floor is great for strollers, groceries, sports gear — you name it.

No fancy under-floor storage, but the usable space more than makes up for it.

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