What Is Lexus e-KDSS Suspension?

Lexus vehicles go beyond the city streets to take luxury off-road. In the versatile Lexus GX, you can experience the best of both worlds: elegant, stylish driving during the week and exciting off-roading on the weekends. The Lexus Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (e-KDSS) suspension makes this possible, thanks to advanced components which allow a wide range of movement for each tire. Keep reading to learn more about how the Lexus e-KDSS suspension and how the Lexus GX uses this system to conquer the road less travelled.

The Lexus e-KDSS: Improving the Traditional Suspension

To understand the e-KDSS, let's quickly talk about vehicle suspensions. A suspension system's springs help provide a smooth ride as you drive over rocky ground, and they are usually paired with sway bars to prevent rollover on sharp turns. Sway bars limit off-roading because they keep the suspension from moving freely, which is why many manufacturers offer sway bars that can be detached before hitting the trails (either manually, by the driver, or electronically, with the press of a button).

Created before the e-KDSS, Lexus' innovative KDSS system makes this even easier using hydraulics. KDSS requires no driver input when switching from on-road to off-road driving. When comparing Lexus e-KDSS vs. KDSS, the key difference is that KDSS connects the front and rear tires via a hydraulic loop. The e-KDSS offers even more wheel flexibility with two electronic circuits replacing the hydraulic loop. Now all tires can move independently of each other for a smoother ride on rough roads and highways alike. The system is intelligent enough to determine whether you're on smooth roads or not, so it can lock and unlock the sway bars as necessary.

Off-Roading in the Lexus GX 550 Overtrail

The Lexus e-KDSS can be found in the extraordinary Lexus GX 550 Overtrail, an SUV with seating for five and incredible off-roading capabilities. When compared to the other GX trims, models with the Overtrail trim have higher ground clearance. 33-inch all-terrain tires - the largest tires to ever come standard on a Lexus - give the Overtrail the obstacle-crushing power it needs. The 3.4-liter V6 twin-turbo engine can achieve 349 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque.* Full-time four-wheel drive offers incredible control and traction, no matter the terrain. On top of this, the Overtrail is equipped with assistive technology for off-roading, including Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Control, and Multi-Terrain Select. Want to take your boat on your next adventure? You can tow up to 9,096 pounds with the Lexus GX 550 Overtrail.^

On top of all this capability, this model has all the luxury features you're looking for, plus exterior features that also lend themselves to off-roading. Triple-beam LED headlights cut through dark nights to help you see other drivers and roaming animals on the road. A power tilt-and-slide moonroof will give you and your passengers a beautiful view of the sky above, and when you have extra gear, you can strap it to the roof using the black utility roof rails. Inside, a heated, leather-trimmed steering wheel adds a touch of luxury (and warmth for cold mornings). Using Lexus Interface with a vibrant, expansive 14-inch touchscreen display, you'll have access to maps, music, settings, and more, all at your fingertips.** With these features and many more, the Lexus GX 550 Overtrail is undoubtedly the best luxury off road SUV.

Test-Drive the Lexus GX 550 Overtrail in Dayton, OH

Experience the e-KDSS in the Lexus GX 550 Overtrail at Lexus of Dayton today. We have this model and many more in our new inventory , and we offer monthly specials that can help you save on your purchase. Once you're the proud owner of a new Lexus GX, you can add genuine accessories to your vehicle to personalize it even more. We look forward to serving you soon!

*Ratings achieved using required premium unleaded gasoline w/ an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. Horsepower may vary depending on accessories added to vehicle.