2024 Lexus GX550 vs. Land Rover Defender 130 vs. Mercedes G550: Which Luxury SUV Is Best Off-Road?

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  • Опубліковано 7 кві 2024
  • It's great to be an off-road fan with cash to burn. Automakers have been hard at work improving their established 4x4s. Pole position is now held by Lexus with its new GX550. So we took one to Pennsylvania along with a Land Rover Defender and a Mercedes-Benz G550 to suss out which rock-crawls past the others in this high-brow, high-luxury, high-profit wheeling segment.
    Which would you take home?
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  • @RoadandTrack
    @RoadandTrack  Місяць тому +1

    For the detailed comparison review, check out the story here: www.roadandtrack.com/reviews/a60310465/2024-lexus-gx550-2024-land-rover-defender-130-2023-mercedes-benz-g550/

  • @yrrah89
    @yrrah89 Місяць тому +59

    We want to see more of how the vehicles performed off road, the video is way too short

  • @stop_lying_bro
    @stop_lying_bro Місяць тому +120

    Where is the actual off-road footage so we can come to a conclusion ourselves? All the random clips together and on repeat doesn’t paint a picture at all of what they are actually capable of.

    • @ericfan1223
      @ericfan1223 Місяць тому +7

      We need a 30 min long vid.

  • @81lordnelson
    @81lordnelson Місяць тому +37

    Totally agree that the GX is the clear winner! Reliability alone should put the Lexus in a class of its own.

  • @camilogomezkeep2324
    @camilogomezkeep2324 Місяць тому +10

    The cheapest one will be the most expensive one in some years from now.... Also the most reliable.

  • @kyle9482
    @kyle9482 Місяць тому +20

    glad to see the gx and Lexus as a whole is getting some recognition for their offroad capability that the public already knows so well.

  • @petergazarek9466
    @petergazarek9466 Місяць тому +18

    LEXUS GX 👌😎👍 THE LUXURY OFFROAD KING 👑

  • @pinkipipe
    @pinkipipe Місяць тому +7

    Lexus 🏆

  • @mwangeemmanuel371
    @mwangeemmanuel371 Місяць тому +13

    Loving the GX ,but the 4 runner is also coming

  • @maureencora1
    @maureencora1 29 днів тому +8

    I Rather Have a Land Rover Defender 110 V8 Instead of a 130.

    • @StephenFogarty2023
      @StephenFogarty2023 8 днів тому +1

      Both great vehicles
      If u want / need a spacious 3rd row of seating, the 130 is the way to go..
      OR
      Pull out Row 3 on the 130, to give yourself even more cargo space, for long road trips…

    • @maureencora1
      @maureencora1 8 днів тому

      @@StephenFogarty2023 Touche' (smile)

  • @Flo-po5fu
    @Flo-po5fu Місяць тому +17

    Lexus all the way no -1-

  • @cshader2488
    @cshader2488 Місяць тому +21

    Would only trust the Lexus. I'm surprised the Defender survived the testing.

  • @steves8322
    @steves8322 Місяць тому +16

    How bout telling us WHY the GX won? And what the capabilities are for each?

  • @blu_is500
    @blu_is500 27 днів тому +3

    Awesome video, I wanted it to be longer! 😂👏🏽 The GX was always my favorite SUV. If I ever wanted ti jump into the SUV world, the GX would be it all day everyday. 😎 Thanks for posting!

  • @michaelcheslock4849
    @michaelcheslock4849 17 днів тому +3

    Well even if the Lexus didn't win this test, it would outlast the other two 4 times over, so it should get some points for that.

  • @exploringtheworld1991
    @exploringtheworld1991 Місяць тому +3

    Benz G550 and G63. Still the top vehicle holds its value among many other features, but I guess everyone has there opinion especially when it comes to what they can actually afford.

  • @abdullaalbraiki5331
    @abdullaalbraiki5331 Місяць тому +1

    I was waiting for this

  • @electrikoptik
    @electrikoptik Місяць тому +41

    Land Rover and Mercedes simply can't compete with the Lexus' legendary reliability and durability.

    • @lukearmitage1533
      @lukearmitage1533 Місяць тому +8

      People who buy these new don't care about reliability they keep for 4 years and give it them back😂

    • @MercOne
      @MercOne Місяць тому +7

      False. This is a G, not a C-Class. The G can go anywhere the Lexus can go and the Lexus is brand new with a turbo now so it's "reliability" is hardly a given.

    • @firstlast-wm3li
      @firstlast-wm3li Місяць тому +1

      ​@@MercOneYou shut your heathen mouth.

    • @Salsgarageadventures
      @Salsgarageadventures Місяць тому +5

      With a whole new engine for Toyota... that reliability your talking about is going out the window. Despite what many say, that defenders p400 engine has been very reliable. No engine or transmission failures have been noted.

    • @martinwilliam5536
      @martinwilliam5536 12 днів тому

      Your just broke they would have stopped buying them

  • @mattw1406
    @mattw1406 7 днів тому

    You mentioned you have to dig for the diff lock button on the screen in the defender instead of having a physical button like on the GS, however the defender diffs automatically lock when needed so you don’t need to press anything.

  • @rajsteint6487
    @rajsteint6487 19 днів тому +1

    I'm a Toyota owner - 3rd Gen Tacoma TRD Off Road done out with kings and whole lot of other stuff. I will admit if money wasn't an issue the G Wagon is the top dog for a true SUV in the Luxury segment. The GX 550 is the 2nd best True Luxury SUV and it is less than half the money of a G63. Some other videos try and compare the GX 550 to a Jeep or Bronco and they don't even compare to a Lexus. I will be upgrading to a Lexus GX 550 Overtrail and build it similar to how my Tacoma is but on 35s instead of 33s. I cannot wait.
    Lexus = Reliability, Quality, Capability and Luxury.

    • @getinthespace7715
      @getinthespace7715 15 днів тому +1

      Yep. They hit the design out of the park. I'll look for a nice lease return with 30-40k miles on it and pick one up deprecated 40%.
      The 460's only run a few grand more than the 4 runners used a few years old with low miles.
      I'll lift it and put 35's on it.

  • @richardtodorov
    @richardtodorov 28 днів тому +2

    This should’ve been a 30 min video review easily

  • @CLaFong
    @CLaFong Місяць тому +3

    Looks like they film this in The Upside Down.

  • @GentlemanJamesWin
    @GentlemanJamesWin 4 дні тому +1

    Worth noting the Defender is available in 2 smaller sizes.

  • @sdw7206
    @sdw7206 Місяць тому +8

    Can you tell us why the Lex was better?

    • @DigitalELocker
      @DigitalELocker Місяць тому +1

      Chirp chirp chirp...it isn't so they can't.

    • @user-vu2cf1vc5f
      @user-vu2cf1vc5f Місяць тому +9

      Besides the obvious the Lexus GX550 is the only truck here that won't leave you stranded.

  • @JEDss454
    @JEDss454 Місяць тому

    2:04 why do you not have the rear locker engaged?!? 😂

  • @abelpwns713
    @abelpwns713 Місяць тому +2

    for the price i can see why the gx won

  • @marklivos
    @marklivos 28 днів тому +1

    This video should have been longer

  • @franciscoarteaga8149
    @franciscoarteaga8149 12 днів тому

    It would be nice for the Overtrail+ to come with real leather (Saddle Tan), 3rd row seating option, 3-zone climate controls, and heated middle bench seating. That would make it perfect.

  • @getinthespace7715
    @getinthespace7715 19 днів тому

    I'll be looking for a nice gx550 lease return to pickup in a few years.. depreciated 40%. Save myself $30k-40k.
    I'll pick up a black overtrail and lift it put on some 35's and I'll have a really capable really cooshy off roader I can put 200k plus miles on.
    They hit the design out of the park with this one.

    • @haomeng3335
      @haomeng3335 8 днів тому

      Этот Лексус уже не такой крутой и надежный как прежний

  • @robp3431
    @robp3431 Місяць тому +1

    Look-wise, I'll take the Defender 130. Reliability will likely go towards GX550

  • @MercOne
    @MercOne Місяць тому +4

    I must have missed why the Lexus won. Motor Trend just put the Defender over the GX.

    • @yousefal-assaf2985
      @yousefal-assaf2985 Місяць тому +1

      Uh oh, here comes the butthurt Lexus hater.

    • @MercOne
      @MercOne Місяць тому +1

      @@yousefal-assaf2985Uh oh here comes the dumb assumptions about an actual Lexus owner. It’s really sad and pathetic that Lexus can’t be criticized without someone being called a hater.

    • @Offensivebeast
      @Offensivebeast 15 днів тому

      @@MercOneit’s so odd, I’ve genuinely no idea why certain Toyota Lexus fans have become such a nuisance the last few years, it used to be a nice friendly rivalry between owners and enthusiasts.

  • @jmartini2387
    @jmartini2387 Місяць тому +4

    While I appreciate the competition, this the wrong configuration for the Defender (they should have sourced a 110, not a 130).
    But then again, when you're comparing a vehicle with an MSRP almost double the other competitors, why bring logic into the situation, lol.

  • @user-hi6vr7sb1z
    @user-hi6vr7sb1z Місяць тому +1

    G 💪💪💪

  • @carloskissoondhan9641
    @carloskissoondhan9641 14 днів тому

    Easy to believe with their track record.

  • @dandoe1620
    @dandoe1620 Місяць тому +16

    Hands down the Lexus looks better than the Defender.

  • @mybusiness6125
    @mybusiness6125 Місяць тому +10

    "There are no losers here"- man who has never owned a Land Rover off warranty

    • @DigitalELocker
      @DigitalELocker Місяць тому +2

      Depends on the LR. Sure they have earned their rep over the years, but the Defender, in its 4th model year has proven to be mechanically reliable with many drivers well over 100k with no real issues. All manufacturers are suffering from software issues in their new gen vehicles, LR has addressed their software glitches over the last 4 years and now has a modern and reliable software experience.

  • @GhostRidersAU
    @GhostRidersAU 10 днів тому

    I feel It’s a very biased review coz the reviewer owns a 2006 Lexus😂. Here and there some footage and drawn a conclusion.
    All new gen cars rely on technology, every one of them breakdown for various reasons unlike late 90’s to 2015 or so. After that all cars rely heavily on technology.
    End of the day drive what money can afford , What the heart says and the one that puts a smile every time you drive it ❤

  • @dr.emilschaffhausen4683
    @dr.emilschaffhausen4683 23 дні тому

    Really should have shown each vehicle going over the same harder obsacles for a longer period of time. Too many cuts.

  • @jasonb4988
    @jasonb4988 29 днів тому +1

    The Lexus is absolutely an amazing value. G over priced. LR, worries me particularly about the electronics & airbag suspension. I’ve owned both the G & LR. That Lexus is the first one I’d ever consider buying. Congrats on building a fantastic product and at such an amazing price .. WOW !

  • @ahmedsi
    @ahmedsi 13 днів тому

    I expected the same results. I consider this video to be a comparison of two SUVs since Land Rover is not comparable for its poor quality.

  • @squod1
    @squod1 Місяць тому +5

    That was bizarre. What happened to the entire middle of the video?
    Intro, (scene missing), conclusion.

  • @MarkPhilly-tp2wq
    @MarkPhilly-tp2wq 15 днів тому

    I prefer the G wagon

  • @Thoughtful8
    @Thoughtful8 Місяць тому

    Note- the Lexus gx is nothing but a Land cruiser and can compete with the Land Rover and G-wagon.
    Just put some decent tires on the truck and you are good to go.

  • @Hyperborean_2
    @Hyperborean_2 19 днів тому

    Infiniti and Acura should be here.. they are 2 classes above Defender

  • @politicalbandit3904
    @politicalbandit3904 Місяць тому +2

    Don’t need this, can’t afford it 😂!

    • @DigitalELocker
      @DigitalELocker Місяць тому

      Seriously out of reach for most. R&T doubling down on Off Road Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous.

  • @omar6820
    @omar6820 7 днів тому +1

    Lexus forever

  • @scandinavia6271
    @scandinavia6271 29 днів тому +4

    Is this a paid commercial from Toyota? You don’t EXPLAN - or SHOW - why the Lexus won your “test”

  • @marekpyzak2319
    @marekpyzak2319 15 днів тому

    It shows how much you, the icons of companies that are supposed to theoretically go on expeditions into the wilderness, burn 30 liters in difficult terrain and when there is a flood, as recently in Dubai, it shows that the top engineers are so low and not capable of the amount you pay them. Why not create one for this type. cars with engines that you don't have to refuel and count on mechanics' service, because you knew where the designer's idea was, and if we are going to drive luxuriously in the city in cars worth 3 million dollars, I would prefer a private bus equipped with the details, I avoid traffic jams that use bus lanes faster and with less accidents because they travel almost 10 miles kilometers 😀 and what is now, 60 years ago these cars were only for selected elites, now they are available to anyone as long as you pay the subscription fee and let me remind you that in difficult areas there are no mechanics and gas stations and they need them to go there.🙏🌛☀️ test of an ordinary hammer produced in 1950 100 tons and 2023 80 tons shows that we have reversed development

  • @ArtemisiaAbsinthium
    @ArtemisiaAbsinthium Місяць тому +6

    how is lexus gx "new kid on the block", this is a lux version of Land Cruiser car that is more than 60 years in production

    • @Oliver-xh7zl
      @Oliver-xh7zl Місяць тому +4

      Pretty sure he meant the redesign GX550 is the new kid on the block

  • @RLehman
    @RLehman Місяць тому +7

    Awesome footage! No way id go with the Lexus! Land Rover 1st choice, 2nd the Benz

    • @jessiewright1975
      @jessiewright1975 Місяць тому +4

      Awesome footage! No way id go with Land Rover! Lexus 1st choice, 2nd the Benz

    • @yousefal-assaf2985
      @yousefal-assaf2985 Місяць тому +1

      Lexus GX and Toyota LC are the indisputable kings of durable off-roading.

  • @dima-zh1yz
    @dima-zh1yz Місяць тому +1

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  • @VWkid4life
    @VWkid4life Місяць тому +2

    Defender for the win.

  • @TheSandipDev
    @TheSandipDev Місяць тому

    4 mins wasted

  • @jkems06
    @jkems06 Місяць тому +3

    GX🤌

  • @Thoughtful8
    @Thoughtful8 Місяць тому

    And I mean decent offroad tires not those crap dealer ship tires you see the Lexus with here.
    Give that truck some good bush tires and stop playing games man

  • @ryanmendy3562
    @ryanmendy3562 9 днів тому

    Very poor video journalism 👎🏽 wish I had two more hands, I’d give this 4 thumbs down 😅

  • @njdinolover1170
    @njdinolover1170 Місяць тому +1

    Video disappointment… GX fanboy verse giving hard data to review.

    • @Offensivebeast
      @Offensivebeast 15 днів тому

      Literally, it’s a bit odd to say what’s best on paper and then give a reason why you think something is the best without any reason and then give everyone a reason to assume you’re biased

  • @johnreno8909
    @johnreno8909 Місяць тому +2

    jeep wrangler still best.

  • @dholtzjr1
    @dholtzjr1 Місяць тому

    So a brand with reliability and lower cost of use, wins. Shocking news

  • @fagiolo2376
    @fagiolo2376 Місяць тому

    Toyota lost this one the second they thought it would be a "smart idea" to chop the third row of all their overlanders. Their new direction won't benefit anyone but their pockets. That Land rover has a perfect third row by the way... It's just as capable as the GX, has way most comfortable setting to go offroad, and all that while sitting Comfortably your whole family😅, can't even think they really compete. And the G Class is on a whole other level for a dedicated 2 row Offroader, so this smells fishy... The only thing I see for Lexus which this new proposition is being cheaper.

  • @pt-dz8rm
    @pt-dz8rm Місяць тому +1

    Again & Again Toyota making small little SUV's that are un comfortable..Old Landcruiser & now the new Lexus.. No back seat room. Disappointing for the outrageous costs..Also too narrow