How many seats are in a Lexus TX?
The Lexus TX seats up to eight passengers, depending on configuration. In practice, buyers can choose between a seven-seat layout with captain's chairs or an eight-seat layout with a full second-row bench.
Here’s a closer look at the two primary seating configurations and what they mean for families, cargo space, and daily usability.
Seating configurations
The TX offers two common layouts: a seven-seat arrangement with captain's chairs in the second row, or an eight-seat setup that uses a full second-row bench, keeping the third row intact.
- 7-passenger configuration: Two front seats, second-row captain's chairs (two), and a three-seat third row — total of seven seats. This setup emphasizes easier access to the rear and more comfort for second-row passengers.
- 8-passenger configuration: Two front seats, second-row bench seating (three), and a three-seat third row — total of eight seats. This configuration prioritizes maximum passenger capacity, with a larger middle row but potentially less access to the far rear compared with captain's chairs.
In daily use, the choice between these layouts often comes down to how frequently you carry more than five people versus how much comfort and ease of entry you want for rear-seat passengers.
7-passenger configuration
In this setup, the TX uses two front seats, a second row of two captain's chairs, and a 3-seat third row, for a total of seven. The captain's chairs improve passenger access to the third row and can enhance overall cabin comfort for those in the middle seats.
8-passenger configuration
With the eight-seat layout, the second row becomes a three-seat bench, bringing total seating to eight. This configuration maximizes passenger capacity, making it well suited for larger families or carpooling, though it can slightly reduce ease of access to the third row compared with the captain's-chair setup.
Practical considerations for buyers
Seat configuration affects not only passenger space but cargo room, access to the third row, and the ease of converting the interior for passengers or cargo. Pros and cons vary by how often you transport seven or eight people, and by the size of the family members who will be using the rear seats.
Summary
The Lexus TX is designed to accommodate up to eight passengers, with two main configurations offering 7 or 8 seats. This flexibility allows buyers to prioritize rear-seat comfort or maximum capacity based on their needs.
Which Lexus TX has 7 seats?
The Lexus TX 350 has 7 seats, while the TX 500h and TX 550h+ hybrid models are only available with 6 seats because their second row features captain's chairs. This applies to both gasoline and hybrid-electric versions of the TX, with the 7-seat option specifically available in the standard TX 350, which comes with a bench seat in the second row.
- Lexus TX 350: Available with 7 seats due to a second-row bench seat.
- Lexus TX 500h and TX 550h+: Available with 6 seats because they come with captain's chairs in the second row, which reduces the passenger capacity.
Does the Lexus TX have a 3rd row?
Yes, the Lexus TX is a three-row SUV that comes standard with a third row, and it is designed to be spacious enough for adults and has generous cargo space. Power-folding third-row seats are often available on higher trim levels, notes The Car Connection and Lexus.
- Standard third row: The Lexus TX comes with standard third-row seating, making it a family-friendly, three-row luxury SUV.
- Spacious and versatile: It was designed with the North American market in mind, offering spacious third-row seating and generous cargo space.
- Power-folding seats: Higher trim levels, such as the Luxury grade, can include power-folding third-row seats for added convenience.
Does the Lexus TX have 8 seats?
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Does Lexus TX have a 2nd row bench?
The second row is available in two configurations, depending on the grade: captain's chairs or a 60:40 split-folding bench. Access to the third row is made easier with a slide assist walk-in mechanism.
