Is the updated 2020 Lexus GX 460 the BEST off road luxury SUV to BUY? 

Rare species of body on frame with a naturally aspirated V8.

All crap aside, what's not to love about a V8 body on frame that will last million miles??

I had a 2004 GX for seven years, and the car was literally stress-free during the whole ownership. The reliability made me think the car can even survive in an apocalypse.. Once my current lease is up I would consider this one again!

I just bought a 2004 gx470 1 owner 73k miles no accidents for $13k. Watching this makes me feel like I made the right choice lol

Great review! I bought a 2020 Atomic Silver w/Premium package in early Jan. I hear what others say about it being outdated and had similar sentiment, until I drove one. It's extremely comfortable and feels rock solid. Plus, it has the million mile Tundra motor. It's truly a 500K mile (or more) SUV and absolutely can go off-road if you so desire. I personally love the interior (especially the steering wheel as it feels great and very solid in your hands), as its high quality and isn't overdone with most functions being easy to use. Lastly, you get all of the safety features that (I believe) were only available on luxury versions until 2020. We had to rent an SUV for my wife and wound up with a very large 2018 Infinity (can't recall which model). I couldn't believe how cheap the interior felt compared to the GX. I'll admit that the interior looked more contemporary,, but sometimes less is more.

I feel like analog speedometer are classy. and I love it Joe when you said "take out some Bon Jovi or Sting". You are getting a like from me just for that

BMW buyers be like:my interior has newer tech. Lexus buyers be like : my car will go over 200,000 miles without any major issues.

Big Lexus fan here! Thanks for the video. Keep up the good work you and Lori!

Third time watching this video. Thanks Joe, you're helping me with narrowing down the list.

I have a 2016 GX 460 with 70k mi. Solid with no issues. Lexus is not quick to do major updates because reliability is so valued. My kind of company. BTW, I also have a 2002 Sequoia w/ 230K miles. I'm sold on Toyota.

The GX is getting updated on 2022 along side 4runner and Prado

Joe I rarely say this to other reviewers, but i really do enjoy your reviews. Honest, meaningful, and to the point, so your reviews are a joy to watch. I initially wanted a 2022 RX for my wife, but she test drove the newly updated 2022 GX 460 and she loved the ride. Although I was not really a fan of this GX, but watching some videos and after seeing it in person and driving one, I really like it. I put a deposit at Longo Lexus here in Southern California and hopefully will get one in about a month. This truck is growing on me.

Dated = reliable... I'm so sick of new tech giving me grief

I think Toyota reliability came from the fact that they refuse to adopt new technology.

Body on frame love the Lexus GX460, the little brother of the LX570 and the Toyota Landcruiser, the reliability is awesome. This Lexus GX460 Twin Brother is the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado which is driven in other parts of the world especially Australia. Keep up the awesome content on youtube Raiti's Rides.

I bought the 21" Platinum model in atomic silver. The interior is timeless, beautiful crafted and very luxurious. It also has the most comfortable soft ride I have experienced between al cars. On top of that, it has the Lexus legendary quality as well; even the air suspension is extremely reliable and durable, and outlasting regular suspensions on other cars. We have an 2017 RX350 as well; its equally an excellent vehicle.

Outdated that works. No one care apple car play and android auto, this is a proper truck!

Just purchased one 2 weeks ago. Drives great and knew what we were in for. My only grips are... no heated steering wheel, dimming side mirrors and remote start is for 3 years only and a subscription afterwards. Lexus!!! WTF???!!! 60K C'mon!!!

If the interior infotainment and rear headlights were not outdated, I would choose this car over any car no problem

Remote start on the key is to press the lock 3 times and hold

I really like this SUV.

Mine is 2016, looks almost identical except the front grill. In my view, it’s the best all around vehicle money can buy. The only thing I am going to zonk is a/c fan control. No button, have to use the touch screen

First comment! Is it time for Lexus to update the infotainment system and gauges. Great review!!

My local mechanic has one of those. I'd wait for the redesign personally 😂👍🏻 Great vid, Joe!

LOVE IT!!!!!!!!! I could care less if people say it’s outdated!!!!!!!!!!

Purchase a LEXUS & forget it. They are just meant to last. I'll never own another brand of vehicle. Enjoyed your review, sir. My wife purchased one from her credit union (repo) in 2020 (executive) and it's been as good as advertised. Love the review!

Toyota sell this as the more rugged off-road Landcruiser in some other markets, they even have a short wheel base 2 door version. It hasn't changed much over the last decade or so, definitely due a redesign especially the interior.

It’s a dammm shame this thing doesn’t have CarPlay or Android Auto.

The reason why I don't like lexus vehicles is notorious infotainment system and lack of overall technology. I meant compared to the german arrivals eg. cruse control is not good, different driving modes don't do much, toyota and lexus engines are screaming when they're reving. Really like the reliability and after market value of Japanese vehicles but they are boring as f--k. Sorry to say that joe.

Thanks Joe for another great review. I have to agree that the center console and drivers console is really outdated. They should transition into an LCD panel display. At least it still has a manual shifter and not one of those switches like in an Acura MDX. By the way is this tank a manual transmission? I thought it was when I saw you move the shifter around. That 3rd row is super cramped back there but more functional if you’re a soccer mom and have 3 or more kids or their friends to transport around on Saturday mornings driving to the game. Passenger Adults are more suited to be seated in the middle row but you can only bring along 2 more comfortably.. As for the maroon Odyssey that cut you off twice, you missed 2 opportunities to test out the sound of that horn. Even that Odyssey has more space in the rear seats and cargo area. I also think the switches near the shifter should be located on the drivers side to avoid having your passenger accidentally throw one of them off while going along for the ride. If I were to take a Lexus out off-roading, I would invest in a used model more than 5 years or older since it’ll get beaten up a lot. I have a friend who loves his 2005 model and he uses that thing to literally climb rocks. 😳

Joe I really love your reviews. along with plenty of info, you give us alot of laughs also. thanks again. looking forward to your next review!

What a beautiful front end!’

Press lock button 3 times for remote start on Lexus.

You should start looking for sponsorship from Twinkies, Lays and stuff. Haha great review!

Raiti you are the best reviewer on RU-vid!!! KEEP IT UP !!! ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR CONTENT!!!

Trying to decide between this and the RX350. Do I want a bigger space and more gas costs?

For both front and rear bumper spoilers (bumper lips), I have been looking for it everywhere and couldn't find them. I asked the dealer to order them and the lady told me I had to get the car with the Sport package. I do not believe they are integrated. I believe they are just pieces of plastic screwed onto the bumpers. However, I looked everywhere and couldn't find them.

Looks fantastic!! Yes even that Monster has a couple Zonks, but the significance of its attributes vs zonks, it's pretty Awesome. It is the 4Runner Limited with a V8 & Air Suspension... for @round $25k more, which is the justification for settling for the T4R Limited w/ AWD.

Everyone says this needs updating. Besides maybe the infotainment the look and shape in very iconic. imo

2020 !! that infotainment looks straight out of a throwback 4Runner !!!!!

i love your review💚

👍 Nice looking vehicle. The engine numbers are a little disappointing considering the $71k price tag. The infotainment looks outdated as you said. This vehicle shouldn’t have a third row. Excellent review Joe!

I love these vehicles more!! Great job Joe.

The interior is the same as the 2008 (or 2012) outdated

1000x better than any German vehicle. The best part is that it will last more than 10 years

my mom has the older gx470 and the infotainment looks similar. Needs update for sure

Nice review sir

I love this vehicle. Comfort and reliability is why I have this model. Only thing missing is carplay or android auto.

best suv ever

Would be interesting to see the buyer demographics, but I’m guessing repeat buyers who don’t like change and have money to comfortably buy/lease in that segment frequently.

Im just waiting for GX and LX to be updated :)

Goose Gear makes a great platform you can use if you remove the rear 3rd row in your GX460. It makes this SUV have much more usable space.

Love the 2020 but in order for me to buy it i need power lift gate instead of that god damn door! And sorry no ones buying this vehicle to go off roading, at that price tag especially. the ones buying for off roading are buying several years old. This is a luxury family SUV that’s built well.

I would rather have that old touch screen than the new Lexus mousepad thingy terrible

My boyfriend friend just got this suv and man oh man this thing is nice I need a suv since I have 2 kids now I’m thinking about getting one I love the square box look

I just want the Lexus.

Love the candy talk 😂😂😂

Beast!!!!!!!!

This long long over due for complete redesign

Nice review. Other than a mini van i don't think the 3rd row was intended for adults. They are perfect for kids that are not taller than 5' 3 or 5' 4". Its the same for my MDX but we bought it for the extra room, otherwise we would have just bought the RDX.

That Lexus 'Battlestar Galactica' grille looks okay on their cars, but I've never liked it on their SUVs. I'd much rather have the Land Cruiser variant of this vehicle.

Like those captain chairs seats

The postage stamp comment had me LMAO.

And updated version of this with a 4.0 V6 with 300hp and 300lb of torque with a combined 20mpg would be perfect. Also a touchscreen infotainment and newer toggle switches and tech would make it perfect. Price it from 50k-65k and it’s golden!

Can’t believe they don’t have Apple CarPlay in it. So outdated. I’m about to get rid of mine.

It’s 2020,and this vehicle will surprise me because the outdate infotainment system at this price point.

Just here to remove a zonk. You can remote star the car by clicking the lock button 3 times and hold the lock button for 10 seconds on the 3rd click

None of Lexus cars are suing bubble round design. Almost all Lexus uses boxy / strong lines design

if i were to choose between 2020 gx vs honda pilot 2025 or pathfinder, which will i choose?

Wow, great review. We are looking at buying a new 2021. I want a vehicle to go 300k miles without too much trouble. I'm scared to buy a turbo charged V6 or 4 cylinder with a ridiculous timing chain system for dual overhead cams.

Very honest review not overwhelming

Who get back of the seats there self they shove the kids in there lol

This is an ancient vehicle in terms of engine and interior looks and design but boy do they still sell like hot cakes.

It’s alright

Keep up the good work nice vlogs

I recently purchased one, they do have remote start click lock twice, hold on the third click u will see it start to flash then engine will start,love this truck I like the fact I can still buy a new old skool

My dad has the exact type of car and it is black and I like the usb plug in the back

Great review, good looking truck inside and out!!

Thanks for the review. I have an 07 GX470 with which I tow a 20' travel trailer. My only complaint are the sideview mirrors. Lexus/Toyota should offer powered or manual mirror extensions.

They should make the third row as and Option and then lower the price of the base model little bit. Kind of how the GLB make the third row as an option. If they remove the third row out, the cargo space would be much more usable. Some people would rather have a big cargo space than a cram third row. I'm one of them.

Wow that interior does look outdated compared to the current competition. Lexus must be thinking "If it isn't broke, don't fix it."

The box look is the best look! but what do I know? I’m just a early 2000s Chevy guy

I want so much to buy one of these- best engine on the market, but the interior is outdated. And the rear door hatch that swings outward? I still may trade my RX in on one. Great review.

I can’t believe it has a 4.6L V8 that only makes 301HP. That’s not much value at all and just very inefficient on gas.

15 and 19.... wow still ok for a v8... might consider but I prefer brand new from 1918 to 2020 model

what's up with the camera angle during the test drive?

If you like real offroaders body on frame with v8 i highly recomend getting it now. Next 10 years will be v6 with turbos for those kind of cars.

Very Nice 👍🏼

Asphalt Queen!!! I am a huge Toyota and Lexus fan and consumer. I have owned several of each but the over hangs on the bumpers front and back are horrible! You would destroy them going up and down hills while going off road.

Nice review as usual but Lexus should be ashamed for the lack of upgrades to this expensive truck 🤦🏽‍♂️

I love the square design

i think this 1 compete directly with Infiniti qx80, outdated infotainment, captain’s chair, and old school body on frame

like everything but the price good vedio joe ..

I think the single exhaust pipe looks just fine, this is a luxury SUV, I don't get why Lincoln has dual exhaust pipes, looks weird, its not a muscle car

Joe yesterday I was scrolling GX on Google and there you go, thanx buddy

Dream Car!! Love it!

Nobody buying these Lexus to go off road...Even though it has the capability to do so effortlessly !!

Wow the Toyota Prado has a dual exhaust.

Gx 460 or 2017+ nissan armada which one rides better and more comfortable?

Beautiful