2024 Lexus GX | A Cautionary Tale: Choose Wisely

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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[fuffthebucks]

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

[alanlovins]

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.

[benhaze]

So good to see a review putting the GX in proper context!

[kevmaughan]

Video quality is really impressive. Another quality review Steve!

[dygardion]

I love it, can’t afford it but I love it

[Motorheaddoc]

This was the review I’ve been waiting for and the comparison too. TX it is. Thanks Steve.

[JTKels]

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.

[InvestBetter.]

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.

[marcochavanne]

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.

[ktpinnacle]

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.

[MJDEA]

Finding honest car reviews is so difficult these days. Subscribed.

[mwangeemmanuel]

Loving the looks and off-road capability of the new GX.❤

[jknight]

Great review! Practical and informative. Appreciate the great video of the different vehicle elements as well; particularly the cargo area and back seats.

[thomastalks]

Great video, beautiful suv, wish it came to the uk

[dsdddsdwe]

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.

[jonmilburn]

The engine noise on the base trim I drove today reminded of my 4Runner a few years hear the engine to get going. I got tired of that with the lack of pep it had . WAs like it was straining. You like this engine and the noise level is ok to you?? I'm used to my BMW and other Lexus sedan which are both peppy and quieter.

[johnireland]

I have a 2023 gx460. I will keep my v8. Good review though

[tiberius-ft]

All of the new models of GX, 4Runner, and Land Cruise- seemed like a blended mix of indistinguishable vehicles that physically look alike.

[KuyaArbee]

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 crazy to see that Lexus is now pretty much getting secondary parts after Toyota gets it first....

[jr]

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 😂.