5 Things Shoppers Should Know About the 2026 Lexus TX Before Their Test Drive

Shopping for a three-row luxury SUV in British Columbia means weighing power, passenger space, and cargo flexibility before you ever sit in the driver’s seat. The 2026 Lexus TX gives buyers two distinct powertrains, seating for six or seven, and a cargo hold that adapts to gear-heavy road trips. Here are five details worth knowing before you head to a showroom.

1. Two Powertrains, Two Different Personalities

The TX 350 runs a 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and full-time all-wheel drive, producing 275 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque. Its combined fuel economy rating lands at 11.5 L/100 km, a straightforward figure for anyone cross-shopping a gas-only three-row SUV.

The TX 500h pairs that same 2.4-litre turbo engine with electric motors through Lexus Hybrid Drive, sending power through a six-speed automatic and the DIRECT4 all-wheel-drive system. Output climbs to 366 hp and 409 lb-ft of torque, while the combined rating drops to 8.6 L/100 km. A driver logging heavy highway distance may recoup that efficiency gap over time in fuel savings alone.

2. Third-Row Space Built for Adults

Third-row usability separates a true three-row SUV from one with a third row in name only. The TX offers 945 mm of third-row headroom and 851 mm of third-row legroom, numbers that support an adult passenger on a highway run rather than just a school pickup. Front-row space is generous too, with 1,016 mm of front headroom and 1,059 mm of front legroom, so the cabin doesn’t feel compromised with adults in every seat.

A slide-assist walk-in mechanism moves the second row aside so climbing back doesn’t require awkward maneuvering. Buyers also choose between a 60/40 split second-row bench, which brings total seating to seven, or second-row captain’s seats, which trim capacity to six while adding a centre console and extra shoulder room for middle-row passengers.

3. Cargo Space That Flexes for Road Trips

Behind the third row, the TX holds enough room for seven carry-on suitcases, useful for extended family outings where everyone packs their own bag rather than sharing one large case. Fold the power third-row seats flat and cargo space opens to 1,625 litres, enough for bulkier loads like hockey bags or camping gear.

Need more room still? Folding the second row as well expands total cargo volume to 2,747 litres, turning the TX into a load hauler for furniture runs or gear-heavy trips without leaving every passenger behind.

4. Towing Capacity With the Right Hitch

Both TX powertrains share the same maximum tow rating. The TX 350 tows up to 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) once fitted with the optional Class IV towing receiver hitch, and the TX 500h hybrid matches that same 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) rating when equipped the same way. That figure covers a small camping trailer or a couple of personal watercraft, common loads for weekend trips.

Neither hitch comes standard, so buyers planning to tow a trailer, boat, or small camper should confirm the hitch package on their specific configuration before finalizing an order.

5. A Full Suite of Standard and Available Safety Tech

Every TX comes with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, the active safety portfolio that covers pre-collision detection, lane departure alerts, and dynamic radar cruise control. Standard equipment adds a Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, a Parking Support Brake, and eight airbags throughout the cabin.

Higher trims layer on a Panoramic View Monitor for tight parking, Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Front Cross Traffic Alert. These advanced aids appear on grades like the TX 350 Executive 7-passenger and TX 500h F SPORT Performance 3, so it’s worth confirming which trim carries them before you commit.

The 2026 Lexus TX at a Glance

• Powertrains: 275 hp TX 350 gas or 366 hp TX 500h hybrid
• Seating: six with captain’s chairs, seven with the second-row bench
• Cargo: 1,625 litres behind the second row, 2,747 litres with both rear rows folded
• Towing: 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) on either powertrain with the available Class IV hitch

Matching a TX Configuration to Your Driving Habits

Families who regularly carry seven people, including growing teenagers, benefit most from the 60/40 bench and its extra seating flexibility. Buyers who tow trailers or haul gear more often than passengers may prefer the captain’s-seat layout and its added centre-console storage.

Commuters logging long highway stretches often lean toward the TX 500h for its lower combined fuel economy figure, while drivers who stay closer to town may find the TX 350’s simpler gas powertrain easier to live with day to day.

Experience the 2026 Lexus TX in Person

The 2026 Lexus TX pairs genuine third-row comfort with flexible cargo space, a broad safety suite, and a choice between gas and hybrid power. Those details are easier to judge from the driver’s seat than from a spec sheet.

Visit Regency Lexus in Vancouver to sit in the third row, compare the TX 350 and TX 500h side by side, and find the configuration that fits your routine.