2016 Lexus LX 570 vs 2006 Lexus LX 470

Most people assume new is always best, especially with cars. So we compared an all-new 2016 Lexus LX 570 to a 10-year-old Lexus LX 470 -- and the results are kind of surprising.
Age Is Just a Number
First, we were shocked at how well the older Lexus has aged -- it still looks good inside and out. In fact, most of our staff preferred the exterior look of the old SUV compared to the newer one.
Inside is where the 470 feels a little dated, but it still looks and feels luxurious.
Another thing we like more about the old Lexus is the driving experience. The 2016 LX 570 has over 100 more horsepower than the 2006 model, but it's the older LX 470 that actually feels quicker. The new version feels kind of sluggish by comparison. The new LX feels much more isolated from the outside environment, however.
Pros and Cons
Tech and safety are two areas in which the new Lexus really tops the old one. The 2016 LX 570 has features such as Lexus Enform, a wireless charging tray, 19-speaker audio, USB ports, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning and a power-folding third row. None of these features is on our 2006 LX.
The old LX comes from a different era -- one when the design was about function rather than form. The driving experience favored road feel rather than comfort, and the Toyota engineers were scratching their heads to figure out how to add extra ground clearance rather than extra stereo speakers.
If you can't swing the $90,000 price tag of a new Lexus LX 570, we think a good, clean, used Lexus LX 470 is well worth the average asking price of $20-$25K.

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[keithm.]

I bought a 2006 LX in great condition a few months ago. This has been my dream vehicle forever. Hands down, this is the best SUV/vehicle I have ever driven.

[otraino]

Still got my 2000 LX470 with 286, 000 miles. My Pearl White Eleanor like this one in this video is still going very strong <> best car ever made!

[amyroseblazethecat]

I have my 2007 Lexus Lx 470 with 76, 511 Miles!

[christschool]

I have a 2017. I prefer the exterior look of the 2006, but prefer the interior of the 2017 by a long shot.

[loyalram]

I’m getting my 2006 Lexus 470 for about $10k....135, 000 miles, clean interior and beautiful onyx exterior. That V-8engine will reportedly last forever as long as the timing and water pump belts are replaced every 90k miles....I will pick mine up tomorrow.

[kgisabeast]

Those old LX are still damn expensive.

[ultramax]

The LX 470 looks better and is timeless

[randomuser]

i think the LX470 will be a classic where as the LX570 is too big heavy and overly complicated.

[vishnupillai]

Still love the old one..It stands out with its design which is unique. While the new design even though good it's trying too hard ....

[tommudd]

I've got a 94 Landcruiser and a 2006 LX470, both bought new. I think the 94 Landcruiser is arguably the best vehicle ever made, but the 06 LX is close, much faster, and much more comfortable. I think I'd add an FJ40, FJ55, or FJ60 before I got a LX570. The platform seems to have lost touch with its roots.

[nayefalkurahi]

Love my 2006 gx 470 little brother but same engine and trans I believe .. same 4x4 all time just best SUVs ever ..

[CruisingTheLand]

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[calebjared]

What kind of comparison is this!? All I heard was opinion! Bring in Doug Demuro!

[antonsantiago]

Ofcourse the new is always better improved n modern design for todays auto loving freak people worldwide .