Built like a tank, very reliable, as is the case with most Toyota products, and now with the updates to the 2022 GX, the tech is finally reasonable too!
The cargo cover can be stored behind the third row. It can be partially collapsed and held in place using the two straps (far left and far right) on the floor behind the aft cargo hooks. It’s not the best design but it works and means the cargo cover doesn’t need to be stored in the garage when the third row is up.
That's why I have one. New is not always better. I have always owned Lexus whether it be cars or suv. Last Lexus I sold was a 2002 ls430 and sold it for 6000 with 300k on it. It had original everything. Rt now I own a es300h and a 2021 gx 460. Best vehicles outdated in amenities but great overall.
Cadillac and GMC products are not even close to this quality. Thats why smart people like them,and that's why these have high resale value.Durability and luxury 10out of ten.
Great and informative video, I do appreciate Lexus thought process on throttling the tech updates but people need to understand that this vehicle is based on the Toyota Prado which also lack high technology in regards to infotainment. These are off-road vehicles, I can tell you that I have driven Toyota Prado in Iraq and Afghanistan during my deployments and it did survive the harsh environment that we had to drive through day in and out. This was the most dependable SUV we had in our lineup and it’s far more superior and capable than other SUVs from Ford, GM, and even LR except maybe the old Defender.
We bought a 21 with 0 miles last december for 0 APR. The dealership called last month offering list price to buy it back because they cannot get any on the lots due to semiconductor shortages. I said no way good luck though. We are going to keep this thing forever. People complain about the outdated interior media center but if you have owned a reliable vehicle for over 10 years, you know that the interior starts falling apart long before the engine/transmission. With the GX you have 10 years of identically produced interior components and a toyota landcruiser prado pedigree built into the chassis.
She said at the beginning that this is a "full-size" luxury SUV, then later referred to it as a mid-size. It is considered by everyone (including Lexus) to be a mid-size luxury SUV. The Escalade (nearly 2 feet longer and a foot wider) is an example of a full-size luxury SUV.
KISS method! Cars are getting way to technical. I think the wave of the future will be leasing cars. Owning cars with all the new gadgets will have you taking out a second on your home. I work at a dealership and see how much replacement parts are for cars that are out of warranty and it’s crazy! It’s not going to get better. Cars like the GX now will be worth their weight in gold later.
You hit it right on the head. This is designed this way. I could see it coming for years. More shit goes wrong with cars that the mechanics have no idea how to fix and that is on purpose. The more you bring it back the more money the stealership makes. If this thing gets into a front end collision goodbye. It will cost more to fix the $6000 headlights the $2000 bumper the paint the grill blah blah blah before you know it I bet a small font end hit on this would easily top 15k without sneezing. And now more and more vehicles get you on putting multiple lights on the bumper for no use other than to LOOK COOL and then you find out how cool it is when you smash it up.
We have a 15 Lexus gx luxury that we love!! The gas mileage could be better but for what it is isn’t terrible.. we average from 19-23 but we drive almost all hwy/interstate and no idling.. can’t wait to see the next generation gx if they continue it🙏🏼
It is a record sales year for 2nd gen GX. More 2021 GX's were sold than any other year of 2nd gen GX. The 2nd gen GX was released in 2010. The only year more GX's were sold by this point in the year was 2005 the first year of production of the 1st gen GX. The year isn't over and the 2021 may still break the overall record sales year.
Thanks for the great video. I know the 2022 model infotainment for this GX got some update. One issue for me is the gas consumption, but the Lexus reliability of the NA V8 should make up for it. I still will take this GX over all of the SUVs you listed in the description.
@@CarCoachReports I could never do what you do. I would have people cracking up and the greenies breaking their thumbs and throwing their avocados at me.
@@lifeisamazing9980 better than certain Benz models IMO. Don't get me wrong, my friend. I truly like this SUV. I just don't fit into it without modifications. If GM did with their SUVs and CUVs what Toyota does with Lexus, Caddy would then be at the top of it's game.
savagegeese put it best, this is a family heirloom that will last forever and toyota/lexus buyers don't care about technology. you're paying for that quality and longevity otherwise you just go lease the other car brands
Almost lifetime Toyota owner.. can confirm. I only sold my last GX because my boys knees were hitting back of driver seat in front facing car seats. They are out of car seats and I’m.. we.. are back in a GX. I don’t care about tech… screens.. blah. The GX will take us wherever we want to go…and do so for a long, long time. You have to be ready for the mpg though.
Lauren, I just bought a 21 premium in same blue color. It was a low mileage leased vehicle. I had a 470 before and use them to pull my 9,000# boat out of water and short drive to my storage area for maintenance on Marco or driveway in Wisconsin. I keep my 66 street Shelby in Florida. Did you buy winter place in FL? Good job on reviews.
Have a 2017. Great car. Will last forever. Not sure I’d call it a mid-size suv. It’s pretty big. Your scores are higher than what I’d give it though. Maybe one day Toyota will update it. Not hopeful though.
I like this GX very much...if it was 2009. Lexus can give no excuse for how outdated the technology is, lack of CarPlay/Android Auto, lack of a newer engine, an outdated (but reliable) 6 speed transmission, horrendous fuel economy. For over $65,000, I wouldn't pay for 10 year old technology or mechanics.
@Lime Life Luxury mindset is different. Yes a Corolla is many times more reliable than a X5 (really than any BMW). A Lexus is also more reliable than a BMW. But, a luxury buyer (not talking second hand buyer talking first owner) doesn't care about reliability. These vehicles are leased. Few buy luxury vehicles. After 3 or 4 years they are available to repurchase. The first owner wants to feel fabrics and material and controls that exude latest and greatest and best feel. That is where Lexus fails. Ask yourself why can't Lexus GX 460 sell more than X5 or GLE? Answer is in above. X5 sells twice the number of GX460s a year (roughly) and the Mercedes GLE also outsells GX460 by at least 50%. That should tell you something about mindset of luxury car buyers.
You must be joking. Kia and Hyundais have nothing on Lexus in quality and reliability. Visit their service centers and see how they fare in a country years. They’re not even close.
My adult family and friends travel with me from time-to-time. It would've been nice to see how your knees were positioned in the 3rd row. Your camera view from the front dash to that 3rd row area, where you were seated, gave me no sense of how comfortable or uncomfortable an average adult would be for a certain period of time. As I don't always travel with kids. Otherwise, I enjoyed the video.
We are all built differently, I’m all legs so it may not represent your structure. It was tight for me. Head to a dealer and see how you fit in the car.
I appreciate your response. Continue creating the fine videos that you create. As I am a subscriber to your channel. And I watch your videos often. Cheers.
What is really sad for me, is that I cannot fit into a good sum of the awesome automobiles and trucks that you review, Lauren. I would never be able to fit into the back seat or behind the steering wheel. I can fit into the front of an LX570.
If you base your buying on reliability, Quality and great dealer service none better! If Technology, performance or Mileage matter look elsewhere, that is what free market choice is all about! The Lexus Dealers treat customers like Royalty, your vehicle is only in shop for maintenance and it is returned washed waxed and vacuumed and all work performed!
@@CarCoachReports Well, to be completely honest with you( and I always will), that's one of the handles, that my brothers call me. I won't detail it. Let's just say that I work all alone in the shop. Drive my rig all alone. 😆
Who spends so much on a car with gauges from 1999? That’s crazy to me. Some other brand should buy Lexus because Toyota clearly doesn’t care for it. I LOVE the front end however 😍
Because in 40 years when it has 300,000 miles and its just getting broken in you might need to replace some interior components which were produced identically for 10 years in a row. Its no accident.
The 2021 GX 460 is an okay SUV, just boring for a single guy. I traded the 2021 GX 460 for a 2018 Cadillac Escalade Luxury model. I enjoy the features and driving the Escalade better than the GX.
I did Vice versa. I traded in my 2017 Escaladefor the2021 GX 460 premium red interior. Escalade just give too much problem. I’d rather have something that’s dependable
@@emenson83 What kind of issues did you have with the 2017 Escalade? You will get really bored driving the GX 460 and there are a lot of “soccer moms” that also drive that vehicle. On a positive note, the 2021 GX 460 is less expensive than the Escalade.
The World's Largest Cheese Grater. I'll stick to my old Lexus LS400 which has a certain dignified appearance and hasn't broken-down once in its 24 years.
Yes Siree Bob!! I also have a 2000 LS 400. It's got a little over 200K miles, but it is in mint condition. I would not trade it for ANYTHING IN THE WORLD. I've got another "daily driver", but my LS 400 is going to my grave with me!!!
Yea but this has great values and they still sell really well here in the US. They buy this for off road capability and reliability longevity. You can even modify it as well
All in all, the GX cannot be beaten in terms of quality and reliability.
Yup
Built like a tank, very reliable, as is the case with most Toyota products, and now with the updates to the 2022 GX, the tech is finally reasonable too!
The cargo cover can be stored behind the third row. It can be partially collapsed and held in place using the two straps (far left and far right) on the floor behind the aft cargo hooks. It’s not the best design but it works and means the cargo cover doesn’t need to be stored in the garage when the third row is up.
Tried that but it was very cumbersome and poor design. Thanks
That's why I have one. New is not always better. I have always owned Lexus whether it be cars or suv. Last Lexus I sold was a 2002 ls430 and sold it for 6000 with 300k on it. It had original everything. Rt now I own a es300h and a 2021 gx 460. Best vehicles outdated in amenities but great overall.
thanks for adding your experience
Cadillac and GMC products are not even close to this quality. Thats why smart people like them,and that's why these have high resale value.Durability and luxury 10out of ten.
Yes, yes it is the best, most reliable SUV on the market. You're welcome.
We have a 2017 GX460 & love it. Built like a vault.
Glad you love it. It is like a vault!
Great and informative video, I do appreciate Lexus thought process on throttling the tech updates but people need to understand that this vehicle is based on the Toyota Prado which also lack high technology in regards to infotainment. These are off-road vehicles, I can tell you that I have driven Toyota Prado in Iraq and Afghanistan during my deployments and it did survive the harsh environment that we had to drive through day in and out. This was the most dependable SUV we had in our lineup and it’s far more superior and capable than other SUVs from Ford, GM, and even LR except maybe the old Defender.
We bought a 21 with 0 miles last december for 0 APR. The dealership called last month offering list price to buy it back because they cannot get any on the lots due to semiconductor shortages. I said no way good luck though. We are going to keep this thing forever. People complain about the outdated interior media center but if you have owned a reliable vehicle for over 10 years, you know that the interior starts falling apart long before the engine/transmission. With the GX you have 10 years of identically produced interior components and a toyota landcruiser prado pedigree built into the chassis.
Must’ve excellent credit
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She said at the beginning that this is a "full-size" luxury SUV, then later referred to it as a mid-size. It is considered by everyone (including Lexus) to be a mid-size luxury SUV. The Escalade (nearly 2 feet longer and a foot wider) is an example of a full-size luxury SUV.
I don’ now if the vehicles you names are the real competition for a full-time 4WD vehicle that is body on frame.
KISS method! Cars are getting way to technical. I think the wave of the future will be leasing cars. Owning cars with all the new gadgets will have you taking out a second on your home. I work at a dealership and see how much replacement parts are for cars that are out of warranty and it’s crazy! It’s not going to get better. Cars like the GX now will be worth their weight in gold later.
You hit it right on the head. This is designed this way. I could see it coming for years. More shit goes wrong with cars that the mechanics have no idea how to fix and that is on purpose. The more you bring it back the more money the stealership makes. If this thing gets into a front end collision goodbye. It will cost more to fix the $6000 headlights the $2000 bumper the paint the grill blah blah blah before you know it I bet a small font end hit on this would easily top 15k without sneezing. And now more and more vehicles get you on putting multiple lights on the bumper for no use other than to LOOK COOL and then you find out how cool it is when you smash it up.
You don’t need to open the back door , the glass opens for tight spots , try researching to help viewers out
Scores 10 on reliability and longevity.
Agreed
And that’s it. They have to make updates or redesign this thing.
100%
I don’t think they will leave v 8 with new update.
@@kr9181 They won't which is why I'm waiting on a '22 Nori Green GX to come in that I put a deposit on. I just don't want a turbo'ed engine.
We have a 15 Lexus gx luxury that we love!! The gas mileage could be better but for what it is isn’t terrible.. we average from 19-23 but we drive almost all hwy/interstate and no idling.. can’t wait to see the next generation gx if they continue it🙏🏼
I'm surprised Consumer Reports only gave the GX 3's and 4's out of 5 in ride, noise, and handling.
It is a record sales year for 2nd gen GX. More 2021 GX's were sold than any other year of 2nd gen GX. The 2nd gen GX was released in 2010. The only year more GX's were sold by this point in the year was 2005 the first year of production of the 1st gen GX. The year isn't over and the 2021 may still break the overall record sales year.
Now, that was a good review. You covered a lot about the GX460 not mentioned in any of the other ones I've watched. Happy to subscribe.
Thank you for the sub and kind words.
You did an excellent job in this video. Cheers F
Thank you!
Thanks for the great video. I know the 2022 model infotainment for this GX got some update. One issue for me is the gas consumption, but the Lexus reliability of the NA V8 should make up for it. I still will take this GX over all of the SUVs you listed in the description.
Now a fan, just subscribed!!
Thank you for the sub 😊
Reliability is this vehicles number one quality. Perhaps that should be one of the categories
What a PRO, WA and Demo drive! Smooth, very detailed, savvy and intelligent! 10 Bob Score for the Review, 8 for the Lex.
That’s hysterical - I give you a 10
@@CarCoachReports I could never do what you do. I would have people cracking up and the greenies breaking their thumbs and throwing their avocados at me.
True but the feel And quality is still better than most brand new cars
@@lifeisamazing9980 better than certain Benz models IMO. Don't get me wrong, my friend. I truly like this SUV. I just don't fit into it without modifications. If GM did with their SUVs and CUVs what Toyota does with Lexus, Caddy would then be at the top of it's game.
yes it is and previous versions, hands down THE MOST reliable vehicle in the USA.
Oh but all I've ever heard is that is a Mountain Goat!
savagegeese put it best, this is a family heirloom that will last forever and toyota/lexus buyers don't care about technology. you're paying for that quality and longevity otherwise you just go lease the other car brands
@savagegeese is correct. Leasing is great for cars with tons of tech
Almost lifetime Toyota owner.. can confirm. I only sold my last GX because my boys knees were hitting back of driver seat in front facing car seats. They are out of car seats and I’m.. we.. are back in a GX. I don’t care about tech… screens.. blah. The GX will take us wherever we want to go…and do so for a long, long time. You have to be ready for the mpg though.
This vehicle is becoming very popular in overlanding offroad builds.
The panel board is not good in direct sunlight coz getting blurd.
Lauren, I just bought a 21 premium in same blue color. It was a low mileage leased vehicle. I had a 470 before and use them to pull my 9,000# boat out of water and short drive to my storage area for maintenance on Marco or driveway in Wisconsin. I keep my 66 street Shelby in Florida. Did you buy winter place in FL? Good job on reviews.
I like the camera coz you can adjust in 360° and the front view camera.
Agreed
i like your style coach. Solid.
I appreciate that!
I’m seriously considering the 2022 but I hate the facia it doesn’t look like it could take a 5 mile an hour tap what happen to the bumper ?
Nice review! I'm a closet wannabe SUV owner, but this city guy needs the nimbleness of my Lexus IS. :-)
This vehicle is way too big for the city
I have a 20015 and it is very nice.
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We need sport version of Lexus LX 570 comes with 2 row seats to compete with Rang Rover sport.
Have a 2017. Great car. Will last forever. Not sure I’d call it a mid-size suv. It’s pretty big. Your scores are higher than what I’d give it though. Maybe one day Toyota will update it. Not hopeful though.
the new front bumper of all lexus vehicles remind me of the mouth of the alien in the movie the predator
a nice 8 seater for off roading in luxury.
I love this car but Lexus really needs to up their interior game.. It's been same design for almost a decade ffs
I agree that’s why I got rid of it. Complete garbage interiors and features.
Agreed
@@caspi88 surprisingly most of suv and offroader owners don't care about the fancy interior sh#t tricks today..
@@westisinmyblood1240 exactly thank you for this comment.
I appreciate your professionalism during the review and the excellent editing, this is TV quality production 👌
Thank you!
I like this GX very much...if it was 2009. Lexus can give no excuse for how outdated the technology is, lack of CarPlay/Android Auto, lack of a newer engine, an outdated (but reliable) 6 speed transmission, horrendous fuel economy. For over $65,000, I wouldn't pay for 10 year old technology or mechanics.
Exactly, they need to get up to date with the technology and design. I'll be at Toyota HQ in June, lets hope for some updates. Stay tuned
That’s true, however you’re buying a bulletproof vehicle good for 250K+ miles. Rock solid reliable.
Yes Lauren is Back!!!!
Aww thank you 🙂
Nice to see Lexus expensive SUV still uses Corolla cruise control stalks.
EVERY Toyota/Lexus brand vehicle used the same cruise control stalk.
😂😂😂
@Lime Life Luxury is also about tactile feel. Nothing about that Corolla stalk, regardless of durability, conveys luxury. Got it?
@Lime Life Luxury mindset is different. Yes a Corolla is many times more reliable than a X5 (really than any BMW). A Lexus is also more reliable than a BMW. But, a luxury buyer (not talking second hand buyer talking first owner) doesn't care about reliability. These vehicles are leased. Few buy luxury vehicles. After 3 or 4 years they are available to repurchase. The first owner wants to feel fabrics and material and controls that exude latest and greatest and best feel. That is where Lexus fails. Ask yourself why can't Lexus GX 460 sell more than X5 or GLE? Answer is in above. X5 sells twice the number of GX460s a year (roughly) and the Mercedes GLE also outsells GX460 by at least 50%. That should tell you something about mindset of luxury car buyers.
Thank you for your perspective. Many people agree and this is the best way to get the most for your money
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For as old as it is, not bad at all. But that grille though... I don't want to get scared everytime I walk into my garage.
This SUV better have great lumbar support for Lauren 🤞
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This is hilariously the MOST outdated vehicle on the market yet sells like hot cakes lol
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Cars that are up to date are not always better.
True
Most nerds of suv and offroaders don't want a update to date vehicle in the first place..
Can’t say no to a Prado! 😭😭😭
What about repair history and longevity? That'd be a 10 compared to others.
I LOVE LEXUS. BUT TOYOTA IS GETTING VERY LAZY. AND THINKING THt we are not paying attention. Kia and Hyundai. Are catching up real quick.
That is a fact. They make features optional, KIA and Hyundai make it standard.
You must be joking. Kia and Hyundais have nothing on Lexus in quality and reliability. Visit their service centers and see how they fare in a country years. They’re not even close.
I still like this Dinosaur
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How are you related to Chris Fix?
Not at all. Fix is my real last name. His last name is not. I’ve met him once 🤷🏻♀️
My adult family and friends travel with me from time-to-time. It would've been nice to see how your knees were positioned in the 3rd row. Your camera view from the front dash to that 3rd row area, where you were seated, gave me no sense of how comfortable or uncomfortable an average adult would be for a certain period of time. As I don't always travel with kids. Otherwise, I enjoyed the video.
We are all built differently, I’m all legs so it may not represent your structure. It was tight for me. Head to a dealer and see how you fit in the car.
I appreciate your response. Continue creating the fine videos that you create. As I am a subscriber to your channel. And I watch your videos often. Cheers.
zomg I could never tell if she was 4'11" or 6'2"... now I know...
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What is really sad for me, is that I cannot fit into a good sum of the awesome automobiles and trucks that you review, Lauren. I would never be able to fit into the back seat or behind the steering wheel. I can fit into the front of an LX570.
soccer moms have no business owning this type of SUV.....
If you base your buying on reliability, Quality and great dealer service none better! If Technology, performance or Mileage matter look elsewhere, that is what free market choice is all about! The Lexus Dealers treat customers like Royalty, your vehicle is only in shop for maintenance and it is returned washed waxed and vacuumed and all work performed!
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Fuel economy is the main reason I don’t want this gas thirsty vehicle. But other issues such as old informant system. It like a dinosaur.
So true
And nice to see Lexus uses gauges from 20 years ago.
Will break over time? That’s not a character of Lexus lady.
Darth Vapor, your chariot has arrived!! Doggoned thing is ugly now. But I like its V8 and 4x4. Plus the luxury.
That’s funny.
@@CarCoachReports Well, to be completely honest with you( and I always will), that's one of the handles, that my brothers call me. I won't detail it. Let's just say that I work all alone in the shop. Drive my rig all alone. 😆
@@CarCoachReports 😂
The interior is definitely some 92 luxury if that’s what you mean
Good
As always a very in depth and excellent analysis. However, this has got to be one of the ugliest front ends of any presently available car.
Who spends so much on a car with gauges from 1999? That’s crazy to me. Some other brand should buy Lexus because Toyota clearly doesn’t care for it. I LOVE the front end however 😍
Lol I Agree, so dated
Because in 40 years when it has 300,000 miles and its just getting broken in you might need to replace some interior components which were produced identically for 10 years in a row. Its no accident.
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The 2021 GX 460 is an okay SUV, just boring for a single guy. I traded the 2021 GX 460 for a 2018 Cadillac Escalade Luxury model. I enjoy the features and driving the Escalade better than the GX.
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I did Vice versa. I traded in my 2017 Escaladefor the2021 GX 460 premium red interior. Escalade just give too much problem. I’d rather have something that’s dependable
Good idea 👍
@@emenson83 What kind of issues did you have with the 2017 Escalade? You will get really bored driving the GX 460 and there are a lot of “soccer moms” that also drive that vehicle. On a positive note, the 2021 GX 460 is less expensive than the Escalade.
@@corpnupe85 Whats boring about the gx?
So retro design.. it might be a good off roader but too expensive for the off roader..
The World's Largest Cheese Grater. I'll stick to my old Lexus LS400 which has a certain dignified appearance and hasn't broken-down once in its 24 years.
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Yes Siree Bob!! I also have a 2000 LS 400. It's got a little over 200K miles, but it is in mint condition. I would not trade it for ANYTHING IN THE WORLD. I've got another "daily driver", but my LS 400 is going to my grave with me!!!
Cool
It isn't full size
LX i full size
In Vietnam it's have a cost 275.000 usd...😪
Nobody would buy this AND be worried about hauling groceries
Yea but this has great values and they still sell really well here in the US. They buy this for off road capability and reliability longevity. You can even modify it as well
V8 might be gone this year. Twin turbo V6 garbage is coming.👎
Nice kot my lady .. .
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@@CarCoachReports можна тибе писать
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My 20 hi lander better for money
Yeah right😂
why you make videos about things you don’t know about.
Poor mans luxury vehicle
this car became poorly .. same as 2010 model ..
What a horrible review.
I don't know what's uglier the exterior or the interior of this SUV
The worst luxury SUV
It looks like a 2010 car, outdated and ugly