2014 / 2015 Lexus GX 460 Review and DETAILED Road Test

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  • Опубликовано: 15 май 2014
  • Join me as I take a deep dive into one of the last body on frame SUVs sold in America. The Lexus GX has received a refresh for the 2014 model year to deliver more refinement and a touch of style to the American version of the Land Cruiser Prado. I'm still not sure about the grille, so be sure to comment down below and let me know what you think!
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  • @wayned3137
    @wayned3137 9 лет назад +208

    This is one of the best car reviews. This guy knows what's he's talking about. Thank you for sharing it

    • @Elite_Employee
      @Elite_Employee 2 года назад +5

      I’ll take this with 100k mikes over a band new Land Rover or bmw any day of the week

  • @andybub45
    @andybub45 2 года назад +7

    Just purchased a 2014 GX460. I'm absolutely in love with it.

  • @danielplainview4778
    @danielplainview4778 7 лет назад +66

    I watch a ton of different car review channels and it doesn't get more informed or comprehensive then this.

  • @darabu.julhaz6955
    @darabu.julhaz6955 4 года назад +21

    this gentleman’s presentation is the most detailed or informative video presentation considering all others in the RUclips market.. I give him 9/10 rating..

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 4 года назад

      What would he have to do to get a score of 10/10?

  • @fromashestoflowers4852
    @fromashestoflowers4852 Месяц назад +3

    I just bought a 2014 lexus gx 460 luxury trim package, at 136,000 miles and I am totally IN LOVE. it is an incredible vehicle and drives like butter on a hot pan. At 10 years old, it looks and drives like a new vehicle.

  • @ivanlowjones
    @ivanlowjones 10 лет назад +31

    I stand corrected Alex. I thought this was just a gussied up 4Runner all along. Great job as always.

  • @alexramos1502
    @alexramos1502 9 лет назад +51

    The only SUV out there that still looks like an SUV.

  • @kkmingming
    @kkmingming 10 лет назад +25

    Best review I ever seen... This guy has passion for 4WD trucks.

  • @conquest562
    @conquest562 5 лет назад +15

    Excellent review. My girl and I are having our first child, we're now on the market for preowned, safe SUV. Your review is the absolute best one I've seen for the GX460, thank you.

  • @LacoteCohen
    @LacoteCohen 10 лет назад +23

    With that new spindle grille the demand for the GX has skyrocketed!

  • @adamf.4823
    @adamf.4823 4 года назад +5

    Everything from Toyota is designed to be as functional as possible as simply as possible. They refuse to cater to the market's childlike fascination with shiny gadgets. I have so much respect for the executives making these decisions. I want to awkwardly move to shake their hands before remembering to bow.

  • @CalibanTaino
    @CalibanTaino 9 лет назад +49

    Purchased the luxury trim and I'm very happy with this vehicle. Your review was very accurate. Comfort, luxury, tow and off-road capabilities and great customer service in one package. Thanks Alex for your honest review.

    • @mdaniel444
      @mdaniel444 4 года назад +2

      4 years later, how has it been?

    • @firebir11
      @firebir11 4 года назад

      I think he sold it, it’s old.

    • @crunchyblack2224
      @crunchyblack2224 3 года назад

      Are you still driving it? How has ownership been?

    • @CalibanTaino
      @CalibanTaino 3 года назад +13

      @@crunchyblack2224 Hi, so sorry I missed some questions before. I still own my GX 460 and glad I got it brand new 5 years ago. I have no issue at all of any source with this vehicle. I still love the driving experience. I put about 95K on it and only changed fluid as per the factory maintenence book. Front brakes are still good, only rear brakes need replacement soon. Other than that, not mechanical or software issue. My vehicle still looks like and drive like new. I took it once off route and it is a lot of fun being able to see it capabilities. I towed a few times and I dont feel I have a load because of its towing features and torque. I recommend this vehicle because it is a keeper but it is unique among the competition. My decision was based on cabin quietness, which I still love and towing capability being a lexury vehicle, and reliability. There is not a lexury vehicle in the market with this features combination; simple and functional.

    • @CalibanTaino
      @CalibanTaino 3 года назад +2

      @@firebir11 Sorry I missed the question. I still own it and still going strong!

  • @deejay217
    @deejay217 9 лет назад +31

    This is the best and most detailed review of GX460 on youtube currenty

    • @essauae2232
      @essauae2232 5 лет назад +1

      7

    • @hansdoreen
      @hansdoreen 4 года назад +3

      Still the best after 4 years.

    • @penvon
      @penvon 4 года назад +2

      Still the best after 5 years

    • @Lex-Rex
      @Lex-Rex 4 года назад +1

      Hey I am only 4 years late to the party.

    • @AgentJ415
      @AgentJ415 4 года назад

      Best as of July 2020. Looking for this exact car and year.

  • @samcorlsamuel9074
    @samcorlsamuel9074 4 года назад +4

    I have watched a few videos on RUclips on GX 460. This is by far the most comprehensive, honest and to the point review. The difference between body on frame and other was top notch. Thank you .

  • @evolusd
    @evolusd 5 лет назад +24

    Alex, you are the best reviewer EVER. As I consider a used GX, so happy to have your review.

  • @LOLAtheDESTROYER
    @LOLAtheDESTROYER 3 года назад +6

    Watching this in 2020 and this video was so helpful! I have researched so much and you went over things no one has.

  • @johnasbury9915
    @johnasbury9915 3 года назад +3

    The last 10 seconds was great! And we just bought a 2016
    Yesterday and we freakin love it!

  • @ladweeb1798
    @ladweeb1798 4 года назад +7

    Outstanding review! 😎You saved me from having to drudge through other Lexus GX review channels! 🥺

  • @MYSTIQUE2002
    @MYSTIQUE2002 4 года назад +4

    Best review of the GX 460 I have ever seen.
    You are very knowledgable about the car.
    Thank you for making such a nice video!

  • @RockyFL
    @RockyFL 3 года назад +2

    This guy knows what's he's talking about. Best car critic/specialist. Awesome review information.

  • @wr3ckx
    @wr3ckx 6 лет назад +4

    Best review ever. Extremely informative, pragmatic, unbiased and on point. Thanks so much Alex!!!

  • @jeffreyscott4564
    @jeffreyscott4564 4 года назад +8

    Alex. Your review is spot on in all points you mention.
    I've owned my 2016 GX Luxury for almost 7 months. Its a very nice car, yet I find it to be utilitarian in some regards. And that's not a bad thing for my use. I wanted Toyota/Lexus reliability, with Land Cruiser ruggedness. I've heard it said by many that this is a Toyota 4Runner with a Lexus badge. It is not,, I've owned 4Runner and this is so much a different vehicle. It is exactly as you phrased it, Cousin to the 4Runner, Brother to the Land Cruiser.
    Excellent review on a great car.

    • @rightlanehog3151
      @rightlanehog3151 4 года назад

      Congratulations on your purchase, the GX is a Toyota Prado with a different grill.

  • @christopherabdelsayed9128
    @christopherabdelsayed9128 3 года назад +1

    Hands down the most knowledgeable and educating review the GX460 that I’ve seen. Superb job explaining pros, cons, and options.

  • @bluescrubsn1913
    @bluescrubsn1913 9 лет назад +7

    Excellent review Alex. Based on your review, I went to purchased the new 2015 Lexus GX 460 premium. Excellent driving vehicle. I had previously considered the MDX but chose the GX 460 instead due to a better off road capability. People who buys SUV now a day must realize there is a different between the many new crossover SUVs( I call them fake SUV) vs. traditional body on frame SUV. The crossover are built like a sedan in a SUV body. They are great handling vehicle on the road with great mileage as you would expect from a sedan. Take them off road and you have a problem.The traditional body on frame SUV, on the other hand, are built rugged tough, high clearance, off road capability, high towing capacity, and can take a beating but they are not the best handling vehicle and tends to have lower gas mileage over all. To compare a MDX, Audi Q7, or BMW X5 to the Lexus GX 460 is like comparing apple to oranges. They are totally different vehicles that serve different needs. I agree that the only other luxury SUV vehicle that is comparable to the GX 460 is the Lange Rover LR4. Except cost and other minor features, they are very similar. Keep the reviews coming Alex. Great Job!

  • @jojo0827
    @jojo0827 10 лет назад +7

    Great review! I never would have considered the Lexus GX the you have. Also, the last 10 seconds made my day LOL

  • @tylera26
    @tylera26 7 лет назад +23

    I have a 2004 Lexus GX470 with 165,000 miles. Fantastic SUV - will buy another when it blows up.

    • @mauricemotors8207
      @mauricemotors8207 5 лет назад +12

      Tyler A If it blows up lol

    • @valdius85
      @valdius85 5 лет назад +12

      Your next car will be in 2030 then... if you never change the oil. :)

    • @on-site4094
      @on-site4094 4 года назад

      Tyler A Im think of. Buying a gx ownership reviews have been positive

    • @MrT-nh6di
      @MrT-nh6di 4 года назад +1

      Probably another 400,000 miles before that happens lol!

    • @xzapata3224
      @xzapata3224 3 года назад

      Hey how’s the car doing nowadays?

  • @hippiebits2071
    @hippiebits2071 6 лет назад +3

    It's awesome that you are actually very knowlegable on the various Toyota/Lexus SUV platforms and their relationship to one another.

  • @ayawoke9906
    @ayawoke9906 5 лет назад +6

    On my 2nd Lexus, this will be my 3rd. Great review!

  • @GamingAmbienceLive
    @GamingAmbienceLive 5 лет назад +5

    *dude finally i found you, i missed you, i dont know how i havent seen your reviews in the past few years, resubscribed*

  • @embrj1453
    @embrj1453 6 лет назад +5

    Best reviewer period.

  • @claude6141
    @claude6141 3 месяца назад +1

    Absolutely the most informative video I’ve ever seen on the Lexus GX460

  • @jeremysautomobile
    @jeremysautomobile 8 лет назад +2

    I love your reviews Alex. You truly know your stuff.

  • @densls1
    @densls1 8 лет назад +4

    Wow, very thorough Alex. Thanks for the analysis!

  • @ToOpen6seven
    @ToOpen6seven 3 года назад +2

    Such and excellent and well-informed reviewer. So articulate and professional, I can listen to this reviewer all day :-)

  • @josetavarez1018
    @josetavarez1018 4 года назад +2

    Subscribed right away. One of the best reviews I’ve seen.

  • @labjujube
    @labjujube 7 лет назад +7

    Best third row seat review!

  • @ronf28
    @ronf28 8 лет назад +14

    now that's how we do a review

  • @eldontoby
    @eldontoby 9 лет назад

    Thanks Alex. Due to your very informative videos and this one in particular, we purchased this vehicle and are very happy with it. Thank you for making these videos and giving a bit more insight then all of the others online. Good work, keep it up.

  • @izuaff04
    @izuaff04 10 лет назад

    very thorough review,Alex...never miss your video

  • @FakedStick
    @FakedStick 5 лет назад +4

    One of the best car review, and I like how you compare some details with other cars. That's really helpful.

  • @tomhuang9952
    @tomhuang9952 5 лет назад +2

    Best review and presentation I have ever seen! Thanks

  • @rxonmymind8362
    @rxonmymind8362 7 лет назад +7

    Excellent presentation. Professional, direct and did so without putting down other competitors. Just the facts. I like the format and off the cuff cross specs knowledge of other vehicles. Save me time researching. Keep up the good work.
    Subscribed.
    Q: Does the second row lay flat complimenting the third row which does? Thanks.

  • @kevic0714
    @kevic0714 5 лет назад +1

    you are the best reviewer for g460 ever

  • @stingrayshark9373
    @stingrayshark9373 5 лет назад +5

    Lexus will be the most reliable vehicle you will ever own, speaking from experience.

  • @iowaseller5712
    @iowaseller5712 2 года назад +1

    Great review! Thank you for the time you spent creating quality content!

  • @NeilMcGlennon
    @NeilMcGlennon 7 лет назад

    Great video, Alex. I'm shopping for a GX460, and I think this definitely helps me make my mind up!

  • @bighibs
    @bighibs 10 лет назад

    Very nice review. Very thorough, and very informative. Keep up the good work.

  • @GL22
    @GL22 10 лет назад +2

    Great review. Very informative. Thanks for posting this.

  • @chronson30
    @chronson30 4 года назад +4

    Finally a reviewer who nailed down the fact that this is a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado with a Lexus badge! So tired of the misconception that this is a Lexus badged over 4Runner. Beast off roader respected worldwide. Good night Jeep fans.

  • @italianguy25
    @italianguy25 10 лет назад

    Very detailed review, there is not one out there quite like it! Great work Alex, I'll be purchasing my GX460 Premium next year ;)

  • @vp2747
    @vp2747 5 лет назад +1

    Keep up the good work!! Thank you for the review

  • @adamf.4823
    @adamf.4823 4 года назад +4

    WE WANT THE PRADO!

  • @EricCKeys
    @EricCKeys 5 лет назад +1

    Very little to critique here. An all around excellent review. You've gained a subscriber.

  • @charleslauture76
    @charleslauture76 6 лет назад +1

    Awesome detailed review. Im in the market for a used one and am dealing with the same issues you were in terms of price and mileage!!

  • @bjbenny100
    @bjbenny100 10 лет назад

    Nice reviw, Alex. Looking forward to lr4 review.

  • @louiec9534
    @louiec9534 8 лет назад

    another awesome knowledgeable review! thank you alex !

  • @DiegoCamacho88
    @DiegoCamacho88 9 лет назад +93

    Aww, everyone commenting on buying one for their mom/wives and I bought one for myself...

    • @jacktran960
      @jacktran960 6 лет назад +9

      Diego Camacho I'm considering this over a 4runner because there's no v8 in the 4runner or led headlights.

    • @steveprinty5674
      @steveprinty5674 5 лет назад +7

      Jack Tran A friend of mine has a GX. After riding in it I was so impressed with the quality I would love to have one. That was 5 years ago. I still might buy one but would have to break the oath I took to never buy another used vehicle. No way could I afford a new one, I wouldn’t be afraid to risk a used GX.

    • @seekfactsnotfiction9056
      @seekfactsnotfiction9056 5 лет назад +2

      @@steveprinty5674 Same here! I didn't wanna buy a used car anymore because of frequent mechanic ripoffs!, but now I'm thinking to have one of these GX and can't afford a new one lol even though i heard it had tendency to rollover incase of emergency sharp turn stop which really scares me because I survived a multiple rollover major accident! Can't even imagine such horrific rollovers

    • @steveprinty5674
      @steveprinty5674 5 лет назад +1

      A. Muhammad I guess vehicles with good ground clearance are going to be more susceptible to a rollover than Honda Accords in which you feel like you are almost sitting on the ground. However here’s another thing to consider: my ‘96 Suburban got rear ended 15 years ago by a careless driver of a Hyundai. I still have the Suburban. The other guy had to pay for my new rear bumper, and get himself a new car. Hopefully your personal experience in a rollover will make you a better safer driver. Good luck finding the right GX. 👍🏻

  • @TTT-kl9zr
    @TTT-kl9zr 6 лет назад

    Excellent review. Thanks Alex!

  • @tuantruong8980
    @tuantruong8980 8 лет назад

    Such a great video as always, my friend just bought one such a nice truck

  • @blakenelson4045
    @blakenelson4045 Месяц назад

    I just purchased a 2019 gx 460 with 61k miles , by far the nicest vehice ive ever driven
    The premium package is perfect for me. Its really a step up for me from a honda crv. I dont think ill be driving that old 08 pilot as much either...

  • @mohamedabdelwahed1140
    @mohamedabdelwahed1140 4 года назад +3

    spare tire on the back of prado is for the models with the second gas tank replacing the spare tire.

  • @AxisInteg13
    @AxisInteg13 7 лет назад

    Great Job on this Review.

  • @gregst.a4144
    @gregst.a4144 2 года назад

    Very well done Sir! Direct and to the point!..thank you

  • @matthewflakes1481
    @matthewflakes1481 2 года назад +2

    We have a Lexus GX460 and added a Wrangler 4XE for fuel efficiency. The Wrangler is a more road friendly Sahara model but the Lexus GX is a better off roader than the Wrangler.

  • @walkersmith820
    @walkersmith820 Год назад

    Amazing review. Bravo!

  • @harrryberry3575
    @harrryberry3575 10 лет назад +1

    great review! Lexus is actually selling a ton of these now since the prices have been dropped

  • @royheins231
    @royheins231 3 года назад +1

    Great review 👍

  • @edward2868
    @edward2868 7 лет назад

    Solid review!

  • @johndunston2394
    @johndunston2394 4 года назад

    Excellent review 👍

  • @juancortes5876
    @juancortes5876 7 лет назад

    Best review out there

  • @hipposnakeyo
    @hipposnakeyo 10 лет назад

    Great review!

  • @maeb96
    @maeb96 10 лет назад

    Outstanding Review! I would be very interested in seeing a full review of your own cars (especially the Jaguar)

  • @tunintunin3417
    @tunintunin3417 6 лет назад +4

    Reliable and comfortable.

  • @TTT-kl9zr
    @TTT-kl9zr 3 года назад

    Great Review as always and thank you! Great SUV and it should last a very long time. We love our

  • @AHSx85
    @AHSx85 10 лет назад

    Very Nice Excellent Review Thumbs Up ..Thankx Alot ..

  • @cathleensipe773
    @cathleensipe773 4 года назад

    Thank you for your very details information 👍

  • @GoldSword777
    @GoldSword777 5 лет назад +1

    Super review!! How do you drive and read at the same time?? :) Best review I've ever heard.

  • @PingPongGod1
    @PingPongGod1 4 года назад

    This is almost made for lexus review.... sooo knowledgeable!!!

  • @XxCiTiZeNxX
    @XxCiTiZeNxX 10 лет назад

    Great review. I recently found your channel and subscribed right away. Great work and thank you for this greatly detailed review. It was exactly what I was searching for. Live Fast Die Young! haha.. not really though.. dont do that.

  • @NickD-ky1po
    @NickD-ky1po 10 лет назад +1

    Great review Alex. Will you be returning to TTAC at some point? Your written reviews are the best in the business and it's a little hard to watch your videos at the office.

  • @blakenelson4045
    @blakenelson4045 Месяц назад

    Thanks alex thatvwas a great tutorial very professional

  • @IsaiahLexus
    @IsaiahLexus 10 лет назад

    great review!!!!!!

  • @thaddeuswagaba8042
    @thaddeuswagaba8042 9 лет назад +13

    I own the GX 460 2014 they are so quite, smooth and fast.The SUV veggie this one,l owned a toyota 4 runner 2014 Limited.They share the same plat form. However, the Lexus as all eyes on you and it's the luxury of Toyota.So l was like why not..Lol.. beautiful SUV.

    • @ciaridah
      @ciaridah 5 лет назад

      Do you still have the 2014 GX?

    • @essauae2232
      @essauae2232 5 лет назад

      How mach this car

  • @LeonAllanDavis
    @LeonAllanDavis 6 лет назад +18

    Excellent review. My only quibble (and I have to have one) is that you didn't emphasize the stone-cold reliability of Toyota SUV's. Especially the Lexi vehicles.....They're over-engineered by a factor of two or three...

    • @hassansmw5634
      @hassansmw5634 4 года назад +2

      very true..that is something NO review takes into account when ranking vehicles, other things like looks are considered which is sad since looks are subjective

    • @TofuProductionCinema
      @TofuProductionCinema 3 года назад +2

      It's like a german vehicle, over-engineered... but FAR more reliable in every aspect.
      Lexus for Life.

    • @DBravo29er
      @DBravo29er Год назад

      Agreed, Leon. My 2017 GX460 just passed 122k miles and it's just stupid reliable. Still looks, feels, and sounds new inside. Zero squeaks or rattles. NONE. Engine and transmission run literally like new. Sure went in for airbag recall two years ago and I got a 2021 Dealer loaner. Mine drives IDENTICALLY to that one. These things last like few other vehicles. Just do 5k OCI's.

  • @birchblack3897
    @birchblack3897 10 лет назад +2

    Very professional, highly detailed review. I doubt you could be more thorough. I think some people at the actual dealership(s) could learn some product knowledge from you.

  • @kaiap8456
    @kaiap8456 4 года назад +5

    The LR4 will be in the repair shop once per month. The GX460 will not.

  • @TonyHoang99
    @TonyHoang99 5 лет назад

    Good job man

  • @troysmith9007
    @troysmith9007 6 лет назад +1

    love this truck

  • @rodneybjornstad9016
    @rodneybjornstad9016 Год назад

    Great job! I bought one a year ago. Didn’t know diddly about it. Set out to kentucky to fetch a land crusher
    Came home w a Lexus GX. Your explanations help me see WHY the vehicle exists. One thing I adhere to that you didn’t mention. Weight. Massive weight . 5000 pounds . Gotta be more metal around you than a Subaru

  • @01goldg1
    @01goldg1 5 лет назад

    I can't believe you own a Chevy 9-7x...and yet your reviews are so good. You must have lost a bet somewhere along the way!

  • @lawrancelee6359
    @lawrancelee6359 6 лет назад +1

    Technically, the front perforated seats are heated and ventilated, not cooled. Nice review! Shame these are not available in Australia, but the market here would mainly want a diesel version of the Lexus LX470. Ergo the LandCruiser Prado D4D Kakadu.

  • @MegaShowmeit
    @MegaShowmeit 10 лет назад

    My first SUV

  • @congausa1
    @congausa1 10 лет назад

    lexus. love it love it love it

  • @cavazoma
    @cavazoma 2 года назад

    Just bought a 2014, with low mileage. Great review

    • @hkenforcer
      @hkenforcer 2 года назад

      How many miles and how much?

    • @cavazoma
      @cavazoma 2 года назад +1

      @@hkenforcer 50k miles and bought for $34k

  • @vijayankar05
    @vijayankar05 9 лет назад +2

    Thanks for the video it is very detail.
    I am planning to buy a SUV looked at Lexus GX 460 Benz GL 450/550 not able to decide which one to buy. Felt Benz interiors great compared to Lexus however Benz is very expensive since both runs on premium gas and has low mileage I am considering following points your suggestions will be helpful
    1. Driving comfort ,2. Passenger comfort ,3. Resale value , 4. Maintenance cost

  • @bird718
    @bird718 7 лет назад

    nice review...

  • @omegabeta3305
    @omegabeta3305 5 лет назад +1

    Can't wait for the redesign of the front end of this thing..

  • @gachalifegirliluvpink6719
    @gachalifegirliluvpink6719 6 лет назад +1

    Alex, could you please help me a recommendation which one I can get between infiniti qx60 2017 price 38000 and lexus gx 460 2015 same price please Alex.

  • @ankursharma8624
    @ankursharma8624 7 лет назад +2

    Alex, that was a million dollars comment on how the resale value is unimportant and not helpful for people looking to buy a used vehicle. I've been looking into a used 4Runner but it always seemed better to get a new one. That can be said for many of Toyota and Lexus models.
    Great review as usual! I do wish this vehicle had at minimum a 9 inch ground clearance btw.

  • @marcusj4467
    @marcusj4467 2 года назад +1

    My 2021 Prado Kakadu is basically this with diesel and inferior interior