6 Months With a Lexus GX460 | THOUGHTS 

The GX460 is an awesome vehicle - it can do things that most stock vehicles would not even be able to touch. It's a go anywhere (almost) and do anything vehicle.

Spencer Soyemi did you get it?

It's a great car, I think you'd enjoy it! It would be great for winter.

imyanigmw Did you get it?

Thank you! I like it too...just wish it wouldn't have been so expensive haha

I hear that 😂😂😂😂

I did the same thing!!!!

Glad to hear! I just bought a 2019 GX. Besides tires and breaks what else did you have to replace?

Do you use premium gas?

I’’m considering purchasing the same generation GX and I’m curious, did you still end up buying it after watching this video? If so, how have you liked it, or if not, what did you get instead?

@@chigggg Hi Claire, I did not get the GX at that time. I ended up buying a 2013 4Runner a few months later and am happy with it. My main reason for getting the 4Runner was it was a few thousand dollars less to buy, but you absolutely can't go wrong with the GX. It's a capable, comfortable daily driver that will give you years of trouble-free service. Just watch out for that air-ride suspension issue that is mentioned here and other reviews of the GX.

@@stevemcdaniel7990 YES! That is a wise piece of advice. There was a trim of the GX in the 2013 vintage that DID NOT have the Air Ride, which is the one to get if you can. Honestly, you will not need Air Ride for anything.

Regis A. Deglans Yep, that’s what that’s usually used for. I wish it had some use other than that single feature, but oh well! And I’ve looked into that TSB, but Lexus won’t do anything about it. I’ve even printed it out and taken it to the dealerships with me :( It definitely has driven me nuts, that’s for sure haha

Trying callig Lexus USA, maybe they can help with the lean of the vehicle.

Yep, they're great trucks! Should last forever as long as it's treated right.

Have you done ? transmission oil change? Air filters? Brake jobs? Fluid flush, Radiator flush? New plugs? I don't think this SUV works perfectly with only oil changes. That's crazy!!

Yup. They're excellent SUV's. Very capable, too.

I'm planning to get the luxury trim to not experience the learning issue! Had a major accident with RX I survived, now driving ES, it's time for GX! I hope my parents would be happy with its higher seats compared to RX

@@ReidG_RN I watched many other reviews, but I like the way you reviewed this GX with all honesty from a consumer persperceive! Keep it up. I was gonna ask you about the rollover issue with the GX (if you know about it)? I had RX, when a reckless speeding driver in Houston ran out a red light and t-boned me pretty bad, my RX rolled over multiple times and smashed! but thank God we survived! I don't wanna go through the same experience, but still I am shopping for a reliable safe family vehicle that would also be convenient to elderly interms of seat height...we drive ES now but it's too low for my parents :( do you think this GX would be ideal? Thnx

@@seekfactsnotfiction9056 I don't know if you ever found the answer for this question, but T-bone collisions were tested on the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado that this vehicle is based off. It did roll, so it's very likely that the GX would also roll. Personally, I'd advise triple-checking an intersection both at close range and long-distance before entering it. Most well-designed intersections will give you good visibility for a considerable distance in every direction.

@@seekfactsnotfiction9056 sounded horrible but glad you are here to narrate it and no harm happened to you and yours.

It's supposed to last 25 in a 3rd world country.

The lean problem?

It could have been, who knows. If it was, I don't know about it, but it's possible.

They should fit just fine! They're the same unit, just different lens.

yes

Luxury has the air suspension.

Possibly... There's a few things I'm looking into right now.

Maybe look at something like an RX350 if that's more your style! There's so many good options out there.

Hmm. Good to know. I'll have to try that!

I own the same one Gx 460 & llike he bring up the suspension lean it pull a little to the right. As firstI thouht it cause by the alignment then I take it to the alignment center after all the answers is the alignment ok I'm about to rotation all my tires will see what happens.

It's kind a love it or hate it sort of deal from what I can tell. I'm one of the few who is kind of indifferent to it I guess. The rear doesn't bother me too bad. It's just kind of....there haha.

In general I don't like the look of this SUV. However, it's certainly better than a lot of the mini-van looking ones (Honda Pilot) and really most people aren't buying this for the looks. It's a good sized body on frame SUV that's capable on and off road built with quality materials. There are not a lot of this type of vehicle on the market.

@Cinema Superhit You're completely missing the main reason people buy this SUV: it's body on frame, EXTREMELY capable offroad, and the only way to get a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado platform in North America. Nobody really gives a shit about how it looks.

I don't like front but like the Infini qx 56 and qx 80

I've heard that there -might- be a facelift in 2020, and there -might- be a redesign in 2022, but I'd be shocked if it happens that fast. As far as I'm aware, no test mules or anything have been spied.

@@ReidG_RN Update to this conversation thread: A facelift test mule was spotted a few weeks ago. Overall, it doesn't look like much has changed. Headlights, a new three-prong steering wheel and maybe some more chrome and/or aggressive styling on the spindle grille if we're being optimistic. Everything else seems to be staying the same. If the headlight housing is the only change for the front [and/or the bumper remains unchanged] I might just swap out the headlights on my 2017 one for the new ones which look like they're gonna be LEDs.

For a loooong time. It's built to last, so why get rid of it if I don't have to?

I get you. I have a GS but I’m going to get a used Gx under 20k. Love this suv. I don’t care if I am being greedy.

It's a Premium. Still leans when it's running. The KDSS system is a standalone, non-computer-controlled setup, so I'm not sure how to fix it other than gutting it.

Yea, I dunno why they make them that way. Who knows. Maybe eventually we'll get there haha

OfficialMichellemarie 26 its amazing, its so smooth

Not sure if I have the same 4.6 you are referring too, but I have a Tundra SR with the iForce 4.6 and it is great! Plenty of power. I have had it for a year now and trust me, I would not be saying this if the power was not there. I can pass people on the road with some authority.

I can try, but it'd be kind of hard without having the car in front of me.

@@ReidG_RN I had an idea, if your grandmother still drive 2013 ford fusion, you can use it so that way you will be able to explain why you couldn't do the final farewell video on your old titanium and explain what problems it had.

It actually does. Making left turns feels significantly less stable than making right turns.

What makes the noise

Mikhail Suleymanov what is causing the squeaking?

I think all the cars do that, on our 2010 Buick LaCrosse when i wash the windshield with my headlights on the little sprayers also spray on my headlights as well, but if I my headlights are off they’re not gonna spray my headlights.

You'd think it would be done that way, but I guess not. It's certainly irritating...maybe there's a way I can disconnect the fuse for them or something.

RCGCarReviews I also own a lexus, the way it works is that the headlight washers operate with the wipers every once in a while. It does that because it assumes that the headlights will be dirty if youre washing your windshield so much. The separate headlight button is there when you want to operate it yourself.

Hmm, so even when the windshield wipers are on when it's raining, the headlight washers will go off ever so often? I guess that makes sense, but I just wish there was a way to disable them with the windshield washers.

Yes.

I totally agree. It looks so stupid when people drive around with the dealership's stickers on their car. That's the first thing I do when I get it home.

Qyitstrm I just wedged a small flathead screw driver in between the lens cover & the light housing and popped the lens off. Swapped the bulbs out & then snapped the lens back on.

RCGCarReviews The covers were no problem. But I can't get the bulbs out. I switched the sunvisor lights with little effort. I could not pull or twist the map light bulbs.

Yes, I'll film a video on it within the next couple of weeks!

And what do you think I should look out for before actually buying the car - a used one?

From what I know I think it’s a good buy, very low miles for a 2016. As long as the price isn’t outrageously high, then I think it would be a great car. Is it a certified pre-owned GX? I’d recommend having one that is CPO just for peace of mind, but there’s not really anything I’d say to be especially watchful for. Obviously be mindful of the KDSS “lean” but other than that they’re about as solid as they come.

RCGCarReviews the price is I believe $40,999. Which makes it more attractive since it’s that cheap. I am not sure if it is CPO. The car is sold by a Buick/GMC/Chevy dealership, not by Lexus. Is that a deal breaker? I’ve also done my homework and searched for its history using the VIN number. Looked for its history on CARFAX. I know CARFAX isn’t always accurate. So I also went ahead and payed a history check on a site that was certified by the US government. The car is squeaky clean.

That's not a bad price! Being sold at a non-Lexus dealer, the car wouldn't be CPO. Maybe try to talk them down a little bit, I was able to get mine (granted it's a 2014 that had 28,500 miles) for less than $40k CPO. One good thing about CPO is that Lexus includes the next 4 services (done every 5,000 miles) for free, and it's unlimited mile warranty up to 6 years after the vehicle's original in-service date. I wouldn't necessarily say it's a deal breaker by any means, but it might be worth searching for a CPO one or negotiating the price of this one down some.

RCGCarReviews I see what you’re saying. I visited the dealership today and seen the car in person. The car was a personal lease. And the “owner” before this got a different car after 2 years. Trying to negotiate a price that’s in my range. What do you think of the fact that it’s a lease?

Gmax My overall average has been 16.5 MPG since buying the car. That’s probably 60% in town & 40% highway. In town MPG is around 13-14 from my experience, whereas highway is 19-20 depending on speed & weather conditions. I think having one with 30K on it would be perfect! Just make sure the 30k mike service has already been done.

I really enjoyed the detail of your video, I was looking into buying a 2014 but the Dealer wants to sell it as is and that's a big CAUTION ⚠️ for me : I feel I can buy one from an OWNER if it is:AS IS🤔🤔🤔🤔

Premium. 91 octane

t.l. arnold I think there should be plenty of front legroom! I’m 6 ft & I have more than enough room to get comfortable. Headroom should be more than adequate as well.

Yes! I will add them into the description.

Thank you! Did you use the interior lights you linked for your puddle lights? I like that effect. I have the exact same '16 Pearl GX. Appreciate the help

Yep! Sure did. All the bulbs aside from the turn signals were changed out with those, but I had to order 2 sets of them & ended up using every single one.

Awesome! Thanks for the info!

Im pretty bummed about mine! I recently bought a 2011 gx with 145k on it. It had the clear film on the front which had some wear on it, as it was 10 years old. so I thought " That's ugly, I'll just pull that off! " Well, I pulled it off and under it was pristine paint, no chips, like new from the factory after 10 years!!! ... fast forward a couple months and it looks like I practiced shooting it with a BB gun. Never had clear wrap on a car because I thought it was ugly.... now I kick myself for peeling it off. Plus it pulled some paint in a couple spots. Live and learn.

J Cho I agree. There’s a definite lack of power ports in the GX. Makes it hard to travel with a family, for sure. I haven’t had any trouble with the room inside, but comparatively it’s not all that large of an SUV as far as length goes.

3rd row seats take up space and raise the floor of trunk

What’s your opinion in the two? I have a 2015 4Runner limited and looking to trade for a 2016 GX 460 with comfort package. Which one has held its value better?

What's the point of replacing it

Definitely not great. Any body-on-frame SUV like this is going to be pretty thirsty, but for the size of this & lack of power, the fuel economy is pretty poor. I've never towed with mine, but it feels somewhat underpowered just carrying its own weight. Maybe look into a CPO LX570?

A looooong time. I'm in it for the long haul

Jaspreet Singh that’s what he said about his 2007 Mustang GT...

SkyCop But that’s a Ford.

Why would you tell another adult how to act?

Matthew Fronda nope

Fingers crossed it stays that way!

How much does it cost to full a tank?

Demosthenes409 I agree. The infotainment/electronics are very outdated, but they get the job done I suppose. I’ve never sat in the back of mine for any extended period of time, so it’s hard to comment on rear seat comfort but I can see how they’d be somewhat firm.

Bluetooth is all I need