2024 Lexus GX | A Cautionary Tale: Choose Wisely
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- Опубліковано 3 бер 2024
- For the past two decades, the GX has served as the brand’s rugged, family 4X4 - the Lexus 4Runner, if you will. Originally equipped with a 4.7-liter V8 and 5-speed automatic, the GX 470 quickly earned the respect of SUV enthusiasts in the luxury realm. Flash ahead to the here and now, and Lexus has fully embraced the GX’s macho persona expressed through a decidedly boxier design emblematic of off-roaders from the past, such as the Land Cruiser which, not coincidentally, has also been reborn in the same rugged vein for Toyota as these two are both built upon a shared platform.
MSRP as-tested: $83,895
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I have literally never wanted a new vehicle more than this. The previous time I said that was the new Supra. Toyota has been knocking it out of the park. I can't wait for the new 4Runner
The TX and GX are completely different vehicles with different missions. The TX is a comfortable family hauler, cross-over. The GX is a true SUV with more capabilities than the TX. For example, 3500lb vs 9000lb of towing. Does your family have a boat or camper? Do you ever wonder off pavement? These are some of the essential questions a buyer should ask. A better comparison of the GX would be against other body on frame SUVs.
Steve Hammes is an honest car reviewer. All other reviewers are blatantly lying about the interior quality, interior noise, interior size. The interior quality belongs to a Toyota vehicle, the interior noise is awfully bad, and the interior size, particularly the second row has pathetically small head and leg room. Steve Hammes tells it straight. Good for him.
Yes, he is very honest in very accurate assessment of the GX. I am a new subscriber to his channel after this review.
I love it, can’t afford it but I love it
All of the new models of GX, 4Runner, and Land Cruise- seemed like a blended mix of indistinguishable vehicles that physically look alike.
This is the kind of review I appreciate. Honest
I buy a Lexus for the luxury, not for the over trail. Clearly you don’t like this vehicle, there are people out there that like body and frame vehicles. Not everyone is looking for a family friendly SUV.
Go ahead and spend 80K on this tiny vehicle. All you buddy.
@@flapflapflapTiny vehicle? People spend way more on small sports cars.
It's NOT luxury. Watch other reviews, Toyota filled this car with cheap plastic and other cheap materials. Based on other people's reviews, and what you said, no idea why you'd buy this car for "luxury" when it sounds like you're not getting it.
@@ChrisM-dx8up
I own Lexus vehicles that’s how I know the quality., Lexus Toyota has the highest reliability ratings of the past 25 years..
@@user-cn4ih4ro2u I said this car, not all Lexus Toyotas. Obviously this car is more quality than most other vehicles in comparison, but THIS new GX is filled with more cheap materials than the previous generation. Go watch reviews of people who have had the 460 comparing it to the 550. This new car is a downgrade in luxury.
Love the honest, sincere review!
They need to make the TX look like the GX exterior.
They need to make the Gx interior like the Tx
Amazing review Steve!
Thanks!
This was the review I’ve been waiting for and the comparison too. TX it is. Thanks Steve.
My pleasure!
The TX is full of cheap plastic save your money and buy the Toyota Grand Highlander .
Great review! Practical and informative. Appreciate the great video of the different vehicle elements as well; particularly the cargo area and back seats.
Glad it was helpful!
Owned gx 460 for 1 year. It was a very smooth and comfortable drive. Was slow and but power was enough. I would take gx550 always if shopping a new car again.
Video quality is really impressive. Another quality review Steve!
Much appreciated
Great video, beautiful suv, wish it came to the uk
Finally, and honest review
Loving the looks and off-road capability of the new GX.❤
Clearly a step up from the previously ancient GX, the Hybrid Overtrail model, in "Earth" with Black, is gonna be the one you want, offering 23 MPG combined. Lexus sold over 30k of the current model, and this one will sell all they can build, for years to come.
I wish KDSS was an option on the Luxury and Premium trims like they used to on previous GX models. Some people with families want to go offroad too.
grate review 👍
Thanks! 👍
Finding honest car reviews is so difficult these days. Subscribed.
Thanks!
Was waiting for this review. Need to replace a Yukon, and I've been a GM truck driver for 40+ years. While the economy is disappointing, the versatile yet luxurious Overtrail version of this truck with out the third row checks a lot of boxes. I like the way you differentiated between "sport" SUVs and this. I would never take some of them to a job site or off-road, but that's my intent for this rig.
I'm in a similar situation. My wife and I are now thinking to get a Yukon since there is a 2 to 3 years waitlist for GX550. I ordered one middle last year and still no response from the dealer regarding availability
I just ordered mine last month and it delivers next month.
Lexus loyalists for the majority aren't interested in offroading. This will be for the niche land cruiser buyers who can't commit to a 4 cylinder hybrid that comes in the land cruiser and those who want more style and comfort. Not to mention the best resale and reliability on the market. If you care about none of that, well you can buy any bmw, audi, range rover. Or if you're my mom go buy a tx.
I have a 2023 gx460. I will keep my v8. Good review though
Love how the spare tire hangs down at a forward angle .
So good to see a review putting the GX in proper context!
I have a 2014 GX. I love it, oh, and it gets better than 15.9 MPG.
Lexus is smart. The released the TX first and then the GX. I really think this vehicle competes with the Range Rover and G-Wagon with its truck platform. I sat in the G-wagon around 10 years ago and was surprised how cramped it was. This GX is really a SUV for just four people.
You must be on the list to get one. Because this vehicle definitely isn't in the G Wagon or RR class as far luxury 😂
@@baltimorejae7397 Of course. The G-Wagon is a coveted vehicle and has become more of a status symbol.
@Kslsls227 Ok, but you stated that it competes with the G Wagon and RR. Which would still be incorrect. It doesn't even compete with a Defender in off road capabilites. Another thing for 83k you could out spec the GX 6 cylinder Defender. It wouldn't be fair to match it against a V8 Defender
Agree, with both of you. The GX was never and still isn’t a family vehicle, 4 people max. I also don’t think it’s on par with a RR, BUT I do think it is fair competition for the Defender. JLR product reliability seems to be more hit or miss than Lexus ( I only say that b/c I have owned a JLR , and I was one of the unhappy customers) That being said the defender is nice to look at on the outside and does really well off road, the interior is VERY bland, the 550 also has a bold exterior and the interior is also very nice. I do wish Lexus would have kept the adjustable ride height. Is Lexus more reliable, guess I’ll find out.
@CeCullar Ok so me and you are in similar situations I had a 2020 GX 460 and currently drive a 2024 Defender 110 no problems as of yet 🤞full disclosure I never had one problem with my GX. I'm only saying the vehicles that he/she was referring to are a step above the GX. The LX is the G Wagon and RR competitor.
After the initial over-reaction to new GX; there will be plenty sitting on Lexus lots. Don’t be in a hurry if you want one of these.
Do we know if it has touch to unlock handles on not only the front but the back?
Yes
Love the honesty! I swear some Lexus products rest on their laurels….. 😏 the GX is nice but it’s playing too safe in a competitive market….. Lexus use to be THE PINNACLE! and they use to separate themselves ENTIRELY from their Parent Company TOYOTA! and Lexus premium was well worth it....... crazy to see that Lexus is now pretty much getting secondary parts after Toyota gets it first....
Lexus and Toyota play safe. We get lucky sometimes with stuff like the LC, LFA, and this upcoming homologation car slated to drop. But everything else is mass market premium. They let their competitors test out new tricks and toys they feel out the market with and put in... eventually.
I owned a 2012 GX460. I had a new GX ordered but the more I watched these videos the more I knew I would not like it. So I jumped over and purchased a 2024 Genesis GV80 prestige. I am in love. About the same price and the Genesis is a dream. So luxurious than this “truck”. So glad I did not get the Lexus. They lost me changing to a more simple trucky look. Not looking back🙋♀️
I bought a 2021 GV80 Prestige when it was first released; been a great vehicle and value.
Don't worry, we'll tow you when you need it
Glad we got a ‘23 Premium Plus. I’ll be adding a 2” lift and slightly oversized tires. It will end up saving me almost $20K compared to the overpriced 550 OT+. Nothing will replace that V8 NA soundtrack 😎
Sounds like cope
Great review. I appreciate the honesty, as I thought this was going to be a home run for Lexus. Apparently not…
Thanks!
No. It will be a homerun. Good luck trying to get one.
Can you please do a video about supply vs demand allocation? There is an 18 to 37 month wait list compared to its competitors like Mercedes and Landrover.
A 3 year back-order?????? Nope - not gonna happen with me, a reason why I went with he stogy 2023 GX 460 model- reliable and zero wait time!
Love the look of GX600/300 series. Sadly in US I cannot purchase one. I'm in construction sales and cannot drive a Lexus on a job site. My landcruiser 200 is going to have last
This is going to sound like a that’s what she said, but where is the wood? Maybe it’s just because everything is black on the interior but it just seems all plastic fantastic,which depending on how much your paying and what your going for could be fine, but at $83K it’s looking a little stark inside. Nevertheless I’d take it over its European counterparts for the reliability and exterior styling. It looks great on the outside. Makes me nostalgic for the 90s/00s Landcruiser/LX/4Runner style.
Wood is old and played out. Like chrome.
Forgot to mention towing capacity, which is why some opt-in for the GX.
The main benefit of the GX over TX (besides looking cooler) is towing, not just tow rating but the trailer brake controls etc. are all standard. The GX can tow like 3 times as much as the TX.
Possibly will have better resale value, especially the over trail.
Lexus elegance
I was really excited about the new GX, but after seeing how small the rear seat is, I may have to look at a Sequoia.
I’m thinking Sequoia as well. For some reason the Sequoia Capstone interior looks more upscale to me.
That’s even worse.
@@stevehammesTruly.
@504Kellz-zy9qh I went to a car show two weeks ago and I went in thinking that I'd hate the Sequoia. I left the show liking the Sequoia more than the GX 550. The Sequoia is more practical and more comfortable than the GX. I've had many Lexuses before and to me this GX doesn't make sense. The exterior dimensions are bigger than prior gen but feels cramped inside and only makes sense for 4 people max. The Sequoia had much more room and comfort than I thought and has a usable third row with decent cargo space behind third row which I thought I would have hated but seeing it in person changed my mind.
My recommendation is don't form an opinion based on the reviews but go to dealerships, take someone with you, sit in all the seats and check it out for yourselves.
Wow. $80k is more than a stretch. That so called market is experiencing a quick death. So much more value you could get for the dollar. Especially in the BEV market. 14.5mpg?
It’s a steal compared to a Land Rover, X5, etc
I really think this car can beat the Range Rover Discovery, Sport, and Defender easily.
@@MS-mr4zm- X5 gets you way more mpg and coats about $80k, slightly higher than most of these trims. And it has tons of more luxery and comfort.
@@LovelyLA100 X5 isn’t offroadworthy like the GX & looks like every other bean shaped suv- I’ll take an MDX-S & save the $$$
I wish it had a V8 like the one from the IS500
It needs to up their game
*IT NEEDS TO UP*
SPEECH 1OO
This will poach sales from Land Rover and eat Broncos for lunch. There, I said it. I hope everyone is happy. Nice review SH!
Delusional. A Bronco will go places where this thing would be stuck. Try again.
@MercOne it's not as capable off road as either vehicle and less luxurious as Land Rover.
@@MercOne How about eat Broncos as an amuse bouche?
@@baltimorejae7397 It's also less expensive and more reliable. There's a market for that.
You’re the best! 😂
This video gives 80-90s vibes
I’m old 😂
Every car design has it's buyers. Those who buy gx 550 will be less worried about gas mileage.
I will wait for the hybrid version for better mpg.
Base Price: (No Options)
GX 550 Premium: $64,250
GX 550 Premium: $69,250
GX 550 Luxury: $77,250
GX 550 Luxury +: $81,250
GX 550 Overtrail: $69,250
GX 550 Over-trail +: $77,250
“Most” body on frame SUV buyers would be better off with a unibody, but all unibody SUV buyers would be better off with a minivan.
I agree for the price increases it’s a hard sell. It comes in a good bit higher than the outgoing GX460.
Not enough new premium features over the older GX460 merit a purchase of the GX550. The wait time is crazy long and the non-opening roof is stupid!
I'm only issue with this GX, my only issue. You must use premium fuel.
Most newer vehicles with a twin-turbo engine do require premium fuel!
Great review. $64K as a starting price with a mediocre 6.5 second 0-60 time is not impressive. Nor is the obviously lackluster 2nd row leg room. MPG isn't anything great either.
This isn't the no-brainer purchase I thought it would be when the new GX was first revealed. Meh.
Every single Lexus models manufactured in Japanese plant have better finish quality and reliability than the other Lexus models produced in America. GX>>>TX
I think I'll just keep my '22 GX 460......
I still wonder how the GX compares to the LX - particularly this Luxury+ trim which is tens of thousands of dollars cheaper. I think the 22 inch wheels look ridiculous, not to mention the degradation in ride quality for their "most luxurious" trim level.
Not as upscale or refined as I would like..
At that price, does the Sequoia or CX90 enter the conversation
You had me before 15 mpg. Then I just turned away.
Glad Toyota gets it even if the reviewer doesn’t. Sorry Steve, you’re missing the point….tho feedback from the full spectrum is great.
I’ve ZERO interest in a unibody vehicle.
Not a serious off road guy but I do pull a trailer regularly and that same vehicle doubles as my daily driver so the creature comforts are a nice add to the more rugged platform.
Toyota understands certain customers appreciate body on frame construction.
Toyota / Lexus would be losing me (and many I know) if they did away with BOF. The TX isn’t much more than a reshaped minivan as far as capability.
Too bad the TX looks like a minivan. GX Overtrail it is.
GV80 is a great choice and much better value than GX. I bought the first 2021 GV80 build and very reluctant to let it go.
The overtrail not having the 3rd row sucks. Should’ve gave us the option. Want that one but need 3 rows.
Why does it have to have such poor fuel economy 😮
Wish I would've saw this before I got my Luxury Plus trim - Super disappointed with it
You all need to pump the brakes. I just got a text from my local dealer who texted they were getting two Overtrail models next week if I was interested. I straight up asked how much mark up? They replied $20k mark up!!!?!?!?! Don’t none of y’all be dumb enough to pay these crazy mark ups. That’s why they are already so overpriced even at msrp. No thanks Lexus of Concord!
The power options are too dated and slow imo to be considered luxury, they operate more like disability assistance tools. I'm in line for the OT, but I may hold off for the hybrid or the new 4runner redesign the more I think about it. If I am going to pay $50-80k cash for a vehicle, I need to feel like the value is there for the luxury. There's so much cost cutting with the lack of buttons, knobs, and dash. It doesn't feel like a fair deal, just "this is where the name sits in the price bracket, you pay this because we like arbitrary things".
Only 83K.
Looks super sharp, let’s V8 swap it.
To go slower, heavier and be thirstier. Brilliant! I love me a V8 but seems a bit much. Ill take the power thank you.
That 300hp V8 in the previous GX needed a bit more power .
@@aurorajones8481 Power at the cost of long term reliability with a proven V8 and 6speed. I’d take the reliability, it’s not a drag car.
@@Barbwire710and barely any improvements in MPG
@@ClassicXL86 I don’t see why? It’s not a race car. 300hp is enough for a daily drive, just don’t pull out into fast moving traffic and you’d be fine. I’ve driven cars with half the power on in the city and on the interstate with no issues at all.
I dunno, it looks like an upgraded FJ Cruiser to me
Good and Reliable car and great customer service at Lexus..Ugly looking rim, shift lever and definitely not the 20s..I am torn between the Lexus and The New LC. TX looks like a nice van and will be the approach other manufacturers take to make their Vans more appealing
Gotta love Steve’s honesty. I personally would love to buy a Lexus, but they all seem to be half baked these days. I really like what Genesis has going on, but I can’t bring myself to purchasing one either, mainly because of the dealership experiences I’ve heard about. Well, another BMW lease it is 😂.
Why not buy the bimer? Worried about “reliability”? Shit- Toyota done lease BMW’s, they hop in bed w/ em & do dirty tricks for em beg & plead “please pretty please BMW can you build us a sports car” - if Toyota thinks bmw is “reliable” enough to build them a new Supra halo car from
The ground up, then yeah…I guess BMW is plenty reliable 🥶
@@MS-mr4zm reliability really isn’t my concern, I normally don’t keep my vehicles past the warranty. Resale value is my issue. My current X6 M50i is my 4th BMW in a row. No issues with any of them. I just had plans on trying something different this time around.
I’m in the same boat. I just knew for sure the new GX would be amazing, and I would buy one as my next SUV. However, the reviews haven’t been the best. I personally think the Sequoia Capstone interior looks better.
Twin turbo V6 GX vs wimpy plugin hybrid TX…. You can keep your phony minivan TX. Give me the fun to drive GX.
It's almost like a Lexus Defender/G-Wagon! LOL
It's lacking on luxury and the Defender has better off road capabilities.
True!
Hmm..a body on frame, off-road oriented SUV with durable materials, made to tow a sh*t ton somehow doesn’t handle like a sports car, nor is as smooth, quiet, and fuel efficient as a unibody cross-over? Maybe you’re looking at the wrong truck to begin with? 😅😅 There’s a reason why TX and RX are also in the lineup. Well produced review though.
My point was is that I would approximate 75% of GX customers don’t need those exact credentials you mentioned. They would be better off with the TX.
@@stevehammes For sure. The gx does sound more like a niche suv.
Yea the running boards are weirdly slow
That Luxury trim is ridiculous, I assume to target the G wagon poser customer. The vast majority of sales will be the Premium trims where you get a better blend of comfort, towing, and soft roading at a pretty reasonable price.
3:50 True, but the TX looks like a total baby buggy. It looks like a women would drive it with kids in toe. If that's you then great. If your a MAN like me, i don't want that. I don't need that. I like rugged because I enjoy going off road, to camp and explore. Typical manly things. I have to stress that because of today's mentality but its true for me and many other men. Who actually are men. Its a stereotype but like most stereotypes they hold true for the most part. If you want comfort and quiet then yes go w/ a TX if you like the look and want capability go w/ the GX. Simple as that.
almost...but no V8
those GIANT wagon wheels on that GX are terrible.
yeah, i just wanted a poser, and i see i can't justify not getting the TX plug-in hybrid....
Sorry, the Lexus TX grille looks atrocious. DOA as far as I'm concerned!
Looks like a Dino
Losing interest in the new GX; it’s a no luxury luxury+ in my view. It’s a truck. Lots of better options out there.
My 2 cents: Looked at both the TX & GX in person this weekend. Everyone is different. For me the styling of the GX is far superior. The TX reminds me of a modern minivan. It’s TOUGH to find a reliable, luxury, off road capable vehicle.
Our Jeep has 100% of the off road capabilities you could ever need in an apocalypse. The price… it’s loud. It’s bouncy. The headroom sucks. And the steering seems totally disconnected from earth. It’s still the only vehicle I’d take into the true wilderness. (But I’d have it airlifted there because I like my kidneys & hearing)
Land Rover - Nightmare.
Land Cruiser - Excellent but not luxe.
New Bronco - Marginal off road. Typical Ford interior.
If you want Lexus luxury, reliability , great looks & decent… not Jeep level but better than a Bronco off road capabilities then the GX OverTrail is the best option available right now. Or trick out a Porsche Cayenne Turbo.
I can't get either a GX550 overtrail or a TX hybrid with 7 seats for my larger family?! What a complete miss by lexus. Boo.
This guy clearly preferred crossover not SUV.
You shouldn’t review a real SUV in the first place.
TX cannot tow 9000+ lbs.
True
Too expensive
That`s a lot of dough for an ugly Toyota truck.
Overpriced toyota
Steve I gotta say if you… Read more
This guy knows nothing
More than you, Ronnie boy.
Lexus is going cheap these days the luxury plus and the F sport TX are both full of cheap plastic everywhere! Soft touch and fake leather are smoke and mirrors for Lexus to charge more. I couldn’t believe how cheap everything looked inside the TX people save your money and buy a Grand Highlander if you’re going this route. If your dead set on the GX keep in mind it’s not a real off-roader it has 8.9 inches of ground clearance on the OverTrail + with off-road tires , to give you perspective a new Toyota Prius has 8.0 inches of ground clearance with regular street tires 😅. It’s a damn shame you also can’t get three rows in the OverTrail .
Hi engineerifnbackgrojdnbers; navy vet and a minister. I’ll by they overri plus because it has AVS. If you don’t want to go off road buy Luxury + I will just worst until 2026 to get the GC 550 though not the 460
The VA is gone both the 460 and the 550 but the 460 gets you about 300 hp and the 550 still gets you 350
looks pretty bad ass. ill buy one in 15 years for cheaper