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I live in Texas and we bought in 2021. Keep in mind the full $7,500 tax credit required that you met certain tax liabilities and income restrictions to get the full credit in that calendar year.

@@joshjamescars during that year, many dealerships in NJ "claimed" that the Prime was very hard to come by and therefore they had to sell at higher mark-ups. TBH, 43k was a great deal . One dealership even told be they were not going under 45k no matter what (and that was just the starting point). I don't regret my purchase at all.

@kreator-ys1yz Yikes. Sorry about that. I’m glad you don’t regret your purchase but boy did the dealer clean up at the expense of its customers.

Thank you, and I agree 100%!! I was just driving a new Infiniti QX60 and if I was in the market for that, guess who would NOT be getting my money (Lexus).

I think they just need to figure out what it is. IMO the GX is just a V6 Land Cruiser which should carry the Toyota badge and be sold at the Toyota dealership.

Thank you! I think you’re spot on with Lexus running the numbers and being willing to lose luxury buyers. But also, Lexus as a whole is in a transitional phase because they and Genesis have both stated that they want to be full BEV makers by 2030 in North America and Europe and by 2035 globally. So I also think that Lexus is half adding their last round of ICE vehicles because all their time and money is being spent on the 2030 portfolio of EVs.

Thank you!

Yes! This is exactly what I meant in the video in terms of who I think this GX is for, and I think you’ll love it. That said, if you haven’t yet, it’s worth looking up the issues the V35A engine has had just so you’re aware before you purchase.

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

The next few years will be really interesting to watch. But Lexus is also in a weird spot because they’ve also said they want to be a full BEV automaker by 2030 so I don’t really know what their goal and identity is right now.

@@joshjamescars Good point. Sad IMO. You're right, the next few years will be very interesting.

That was one of the best generations of ES!

I think Hyundai, Acura, and Infiniti all have a huge opportunity right now to lure Lexus’ buyers away from them.

Thank you so much! And yes, seriously!

Oh no, so many of us feel that way. The NX, RX and TX are such a letdown.

I’ve heard that and I have yet to hear the new ML system but I haven’t been blown away by the ML in the RX and TX.

Sedans are great! I really wish they hadn’t ever killed off the GS. That was always my favorite Lexus sedan. A bit sportier than the LS but still a proper luxury sedan.

I had the same thoughts and feelings about the TX (and the new RXs I’ve driven) both in materials and the ML too. The ML “pure play” system that they use in those cars is supposedly a lighter and or more eco-friendly hardware which I suspect has something to do with that. I’ve also heard the new GX’s ML isn’t as good as the ML in the 460 that I have. I also love, love, love the GS and regret not buying one before they discontinued it. I just had the Infiniti QX60 in for review and if you like old Lexus luxury, that’s one to look at. Video should be coming out here in the next few weeks.

That’s exactly what they’re doing, and that’s the problem. It’s fine for a mainline brand like Toyota to cut corners to keep costs down, but not when the product is supposed to be a luxury vehicle. And while they keep their costs down, they’re jacking the price up for the consumer. A fully loaded Overtrail+ can be $90-$100K out the door.

I love your “warm/cozy home” description because that’s exactly what that feeling is! And ENTIRELY plain and plastic. Thank you so much for your kind words and for watching!

Hello! There were two points there. First, I think to your point, all GXs should have KDSS just like the last one did. However, Lexus seems to suggest it’s a cost/supply issue that only certain models can have it. I call BS on that, however, if it’s true and if they can only put KDSS on certain trims, I would personally prioritize giving it to Luxury grades and making it optional on Overtrail because for anyone who wants to modify the suspension, KDSS is complex and costly to remove. A lot of 4Runner owners (myself included) bought the TRD Pro because it didn’t have KDSS and thus made modification way easier.

Thank you!

Thank you! I definitely think a light interior is needed here. And for that reason, I actually think the Land Cruiser 250 with the brown interior looks more upscale, like your Terra interior. But in the Lexus I think it also needs some kind of woodgrain or brushed aluminum trim or carbon fiber-anything to make it feel more bespoke Like if they just swapped the “black grained trim” for aluminum or something, and then paired that with a brown or red interior, it would be so much better. I also think a light headliner would do wonders for the models that don’t get the pano roof.

Definitely trying to get my hands on one! I actually think that would be my pick after having driven this GX. This is way too expensive for what it is but the LC fully loaded at $69 is more reasonable.

Two totally different vehicles there. I think the big one is whether you can make the infrastructure work, whether you want a much bigger car (Model Y) and if you’re okay with a much bigger potential depreciation figure.

You’re spot on! That’s why, as mentioned in the video, I think it’s a great product it’s just a very different kind of product. Although as someone who’s always bought Japanese over Europe’s because of the value, I’m struggling to see the value here other than the reliability.

Lexus LX600 and the 2025 Infiniti QX80 are body on frame that are super luxe and QX60 and Acura MDX (especially the type S) are good luxury unibody options in the same size class.

@@joshjamescars I do have the Acura MDX but questioning the Infiniti reliability. I really appreciate your video and the k you for your quick response. Can I reach out to you with other questions? Thanks

@gilruiz8864 sure thing! Also, both Infinitis uses tried and true V6s that are as solid as Toyota’s old V6s. Statistically, you’d be just as likely to have issues with a QX60 as in your MDX (and far more likely to have issues with the V35A twin turbo V6 in the GX based on the number of engine failures new Toyota trucks have had).

@@joshjamescars Thank you! Keep up the good work and I will subscribe to your channel and let me know where else I can follow you. Take care.

That’s right, but the Defender being under the Land Rover brand means it’s also in the same “premium” class versus luxury. It’s luxury-priced but that’s about it. I still think the GX is a good vehicle but definitely drive the Premium+ if you can. It’s not the trim I would buy anymore (even though my 2033 GX is a Premium Plus too).

@@joshjamescars will definitely go with premium +. Thank you. And great video ☺️!

Yep!! 100% same feeling here. I will say I just had a QX60 in for review that blew me away and I would happily buy that over a RX, GX, or TX.

I think for your use, you’ll love it. And I hope the OT+ rides better with the eKDSS system in place. That was my biggest issue with the one I drove (beyond the interior). Also, I’m guessing reliability isn’t a huge issue for you, but definitely do some googling about the V35A engine and its issues so you know what to look out for in your ownership of the GX.

Could not agree more! And same at looking at other vehicles at the price of a Limited.

Same here!

Thank you so much for the kind words, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I completely agree on all counts, and YES! You saw right, the center console is just a solid plastic block now! And I don’t even think it’s NuLuxe finished, it feels like an injection molded soft plastic in this Premium+ trim. And that’s not all-there are a number of features missing from the last one in here. The Overtrail trims are only 5-seaters and don’t have 3-zone climate, and the top Luxury trim gets a moonroof that doesn’t open.

Hey, Stephen! Thank you for always watching and for the kind words! I do remember you getting the GX, and I’m so glad I was able to play a part in your new GX and glad you got one while you could!

So shall we check back in 2056 and see how it’s doing then? 😂 I will be doing the same with my 460!

It really does, although I don’t know how many “young” people can afford, or want to spend on an $80-$90K SUV. I certainly am not buying this at this point. 😂

Hello! I think it depends on what you need/value. Given the astronomical prices on the new TNGA-F SUVs, I’d say a 2024 4Runner Limited is a great value at around $50K (which is the same price as a mid-trim Tacoma now). I also would definitely buy a CPO 2022-3 GX460 which you can find for between $45 and $55K. And if we’re not talking body on frame, both the Rav Prime and Rav hybrid are the best values for an everyday driving appliance. The current NX350h (based on Rav hybrid) is also a great choice but the interior isn’t super luxurious anymore, so I’d say it’s not a great value when a Rav Hybrid with the same features can be had for around $10K less. I would also consider a 2022 RX350 or 450h to get the last truly luxurious RX with the V6. But I would not buy any of the new Lexus SUVs.

@@joshjamescars thank you!

Wouldn’t that be amazing!? And it sounds so good in the Evora too. Although, I think the Evora used the older port-injected 2GR-FE and not the FKS. In either case, such a great engine.

Thank you and welcome aboard!

Hello, and thank you! That would be my hope as well… Although after this went up, I watched The Topher’s drive of the Overtrail and he said he didn’t feel any difference with the eKDSS which is a little concerning. I guess only a test drive would fully confirm. Cheers to you!

I agree. Lexus has also said that it intends to be a full BEV automaker by 2030 so there is actually a need for Toyota to start making luxury vehicles of their own if they want to continue to compete in the luxury space… though maybe they don’t anymore since this is what we’re getting from what is supposed to be the luxury division.

@@joshjamescars I live in the UK, where Lexus seems to have died a death. They never really took off in any meaningful way, unlike the U.S. market, back in the 90's. Now we get a selection of very basic 4-pot models, or even worse, hybrid only options. ES, LM 4-pot only, LS hybrid only, no LX or GX models. We have to make do with Rangey's! Hands up, I'm not impressed by Lexus design lately. LS, LC, RCF ... they not lookers! The only Lexus I currently have any enthusiasm for is the IS500 ... which is a limited run, and not available in the UK anyway. Lexus ... are literally forcing me into the Merc, BMW or Audi dealership .... and we all know, buying German can only end with many expensive, tear soaked bills! But where else can one go?

They really aren’t! I’ve been disappointed in the NX, RX and TX too.