Lexus LX 570 Review
2017-2021
The Lexus LX 570 (URJ201 Series) is the ultimate massive V8 luxury Land Cruiser wrapper in Kenya. Featuring unmatched road command, plush semi-aniline leather, and Mark Levinson audio, landed prices range from KSh 14M to KSh 22M.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Unrivaled prestige and road presence across Kenya.
- Bulletproof 3UR-FE V8 mechanical reliability.
- Active Height Control (AHC) air suspension ride comfort.
What’s not so good
- Heavy fuel consumption in urban Nairobi traffic.
- High import duty investment.
Most popular: LX 570 Superior / Black Sequence / S Sport
5 doorsPetrolAutomatic
At a glance
- Model
- Lexus LX 570 (URJ201 Series)
- Production years
- 2017–2021
- Body type
- 5-Door 8-Seater Flagship SUV
- Seating capacity
- 8
- Fuel types
- Petrol
- Engine sizes
- 5,663 cc (5.7L V8)
- Transmission
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Full-Time 4WD with AHC & Adaptive Variable Suspension
- Ground clearance
- 225 mm
- Source market
- UK / Japan (RHD)
Fuel consumption
Manufacturer / import-market figures: 6.8 km/L. Tank: 93 L (about 632 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 4,365 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 2,579 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 33,376
- Full tank (93 L)
- KES 21,107
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Trims & variants
- Setup
5.7L V8 (383 hp / 546 Nm), 8-speed automatic, full-time 4WD, 138L dual fuel tanks, 6.8 km/L.
Package tiers
LX 570 grade packages progress from refined Executive editions to bold Superior and Black Edition packages.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Superior / Black Sequence | Flagship luxury | Spindle mesh grille, semi-aniline leather, Mark Levinson 19-speaker audio, dual rear screens, 21-inch alloys. |
About the Lexus LX 570
Powered by the legendary 5.7L 3UR-FE V8 (5,663 cc / 383 hp), the LX 570 triggers KRA's top 35% excise duty tax bracket.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
