For those concerned about reliability, the new GX uses the same 3.4L TTV6 as the LC300 and both the engine and the cars are built at the legendary Tahara Japan plant. But what’s better is that the HP of the LC300’s TTV6 in the GX is detuned to 349 HP compared to the LC300’s 409 HP. This means that the new GX is actually more reliable than the LC300. Crazy. I don’t think we have to worry about reliability. How has that uptuned engine been in the LC300 so far?
Good video. Like the SD footage as a comparison. I wish on the 550 front camera they would use more of the screen. That big screen and the front cam and tire guides are only on like 8-9" of it which makes it harder to glance quickly offroad
Love your videos! Your enthusiasm is matched by your deep understanding of the Toyota system and Toyota philosophy. Keep them videos coming brother. Background: I have had my last model year FJ since ‘14. It is like a mountain goat off-roading with 33” tires and stock suspension. I am keeping my eyes wide opened for this Lexus GX550.
Got a local jeep hole, Trucks will come through struggling but mostly jeeps. I get some weird looks rolling down in my 470 and just walk through. Then turn around and do it downhill. Then drive away, they look at me like I am an alien.
The first time my wife drove it after I was done she was complaining about people staring at her. I was like yeah you joined a club and you didn't know it. Some give you the love some give you the finger. 3-inch ome, 33 mickeys on bronze icons, Front and rear arb bumpers with winch and full-size spare. Buds built rock sliders etc... It is certainly a disease.
Well, to be fair, that GX 550 has a 112.2" wheel base, while the Super-Duty has 168" wheel base. It makes a huge difference. Also it seems that the Lexus uses crawl control which is a magnificent system. 😀
Thank you for the great videos on GX and off-roading. I watch your channel from Mongolia. 1. There is a black plastic wind visor on the front of your GX460 hood. What is this for? 2. Is there any news on the Hybrid GX550 and its price tag? Thank you again...
It can do the hill, but the frame twister 1:06 will be more challenging. Probably still make it though. Heck a 2wd RX can make it if you drive fast enough 😀
@@King_Lewyythe Ford F-250 has more torque than the GX. It because the GX has a well balance chassis, a shorter well base and the off-road crawl control system
Off-topic, but I don't think many people know that according to Lexus' pre-order guide for the GX550 online, E-KDSS only comes on the Overtrail trims. It's not standard. Also, the LC250 is really the Prado. I just saw a European first-look posted a day ago and it was a first edition that had a black "Prado" badge below the "Land Cruiser" badge. Still, pretty impressive for off-roading as shown in the video.
NO front locker on the Overtrail. Overtrail gets rear locker... all trims get center locker. The LC300 has the front locker. No front locker for the USA
Nice, but it gets 17MPG with turbos. I think Toyota has gone and messed up. With fuel prices perpetually stuck above $3.50. Even the rich folks will be thinking twice.
There is a Joke about an overly large pickup truck, epic 4WD fail, and a small penis - that’s just waiting to be told!! 🤔….I’ll refrain and chuckle to myself quietly👍😎
I don’t think the comparison of the two vehicles is fair. You’re comparing a old work truck which is designed for payload and towing with a long wheel based vs a new SUV designed to be used off-road. You should compare using Ford Bronco for more fair comparison.
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Now that’s the true GOAT mode! Great content as usual! Gotta love the GX550! Keep Grinding! ✌🏾👍🏾
Appreciate it!!
I wish my gx460 had a front camera. Once I'm going uphill, i have no idea where I'm going
A camera with a telescopic lens would be awesome!
Jesus take the wheel
Love the surround view system on my 460. I think it is retrofittable if your the technical type, or maybe a shop could help
Love the camera, now they need a washer for it! 🤣
Luxury edition only
For those concerned about reliability, the new GX uses the same 3.4L TTV6 as the LC300 and both the engine and the cars are built at the legendary Tahara Japan plant.
But what’s better is that the HP of the LC300’s TTV6 in the GX is detuned to 349 HP compared to the LC300’s 409 HP.
This means that the new GX is actually more reliable than the LC300. Crazy. I don’t think we have to worry about reliability. How has that uptuned engine been in the LC300 so far?
The 3.4 TT V6 is the engine of the LS500 since 2017 it is a proven very reliable engine the only cons is the 17mpg
Good video. Like the SD footage as a comparison. I wish on the 550 front camera they would use more of the screen. That big screen and the front cam and tire guides are only on like 8-9" of it which makes it harder to glance quickly offroad
I am glad the Lexus GX550 is coming to our shores next year 2024.
Love your videos!
Your enthusiasm is matched by your deep understanding of the Toyota system and Toyota philosophy. Keep them videos coming brother.
Background: I have had my last model year FJ since ‘14. It is like a mountain goat off-roading with 33” tires and stock suspension. I am keeping my eyes wide opened for this Lexus GX550.
Crazy, growing up we needed spotters.
I dented my fj real bad back then because i couldnt see in front of me.
Got a local jeep hole, Trucks will come through struggling but mostly jeeps. I get some weird looks rolling down in my 470 and just walk through. Then turn around and do it downhill. Then drive away, they look at me like I am an alien.
I have 2011 with 2” OME suspension and 32” BFGs. 4Runner TRD owners won’t even look me in the eye. 😂
The first time my wife drove it after I was done she was complaining about people staring at her. I was like yeah you joined a club and you didn't know it. Some give you the love some give you the finger. 3-inch ome, 33 mickeys on bronze icons, Front and rear arb bumpers with winch and full-size spare. Buds built rock sliders etc... It is certainly a disease.
@@savagestash4354 you got me by 1”Lol. Plus a future dream list of accessories (nobody has Mickey Thomson anymore🔥)!
I love how you show the comparison with the super duty vs the 460. Great example
Been a Toyota guy my entire life. Folks don’t understand the love and passion. Thanks for sharing
Well said!
Well, to be fair, that GX 550 has a 112.2" wheel base, while the Super-Duty has 168" wheel base. It makes a huge difference. Also it seems that the Lexus uses crawl control which is a magnificent system. 😀
Not to mention the extra weight the 250 is carrying, no front locker, unsure if he dropped tire pressure (hard to see here).
Your videos are not on very informative with technicalities, but also entertaining.
Them murrka guys won’t listen 😂
Thanks.............love your videos. Fun to watch.........super informative...........
definitely, LC/GX/LX is the Kingpin of off-road..
Great content thx... impressive vehicle. In not sure how much off road 65k would really ever see but capable.
Great point!
You should check the price of a Rubicon.
Great video! Thanks for making this
gx550 or raptor F150? what should I choose?
Which is more reliable?
I’d love a video on why Gx 550 can tow more than Gx 460
In general turbos love loads due to their ability to make torque... most 18 wheelers are turbos
Thank you for the great videos on GX and off-roading. I watch your channel from Mongolia.
1. There is a black plastic wind visor on the front of your GX460 hood. What is this for?
2. Is there any news on the Hybrid GX550 and its price tag?
Thank you again...
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Wow that gray/cement color looks amazing. So does that nebula gray earth color
inorite! ❤️ 😍
I believe this one is incognito in the overtrail/overtrail+ trim without the blacked roof option
Great video. That was too funny
Watching that Ford was hard. I was sure he was gonna break something.
What is that wooden chair you are sitting in? Did you make them or buy them? They look awesome!
Thank-you, they are home-made 😃 🪑 ❤️
Good Stuff!!!
Nice video
How do you think the new Land Cruiser would do on this course?
ekdss missingnon the rear (ie rear sway bar disconnect) would be the primary concern as it would articulate less...
Very insightful. Do you think the non overtrail GX550 trims will be able to conquer similar offroad courses?
not having e-KDSS is a serious issue... wish Lexus had put it on ALL trims of the GX550 like they did with the GX460..
It can do the hill, but the frame twister 1:06 will be more challenging. Probably still make it though. Heck a 2wd RX can make it if you drive fast enough 😀
Is that color incognito?
I wonder how it can go up hills so easily, is there something that gives front and back balance?
I suppose a whole lot of torque and full time AWD?
Smooth torque band, loads of torque, and well balanced chasis
@@King_Lewyythe Ford F-250 has more torque than the GX. It because the GX has a well balance chassis, a shorter well base and the off-road crawl control system
Where did you get that front bumper?
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Off-topic, but I don't think many people know that according to Lexus' pre-order guide for the GX550 online, E-KDSS only comes on the Overtrail trims. It's not standard.
Also, the LC250 is really the Prado. I just saw a European first-look posted a day ago and it was a first edition that had a black "Prado" badge below the "Land Cruiser" badge.
Still, pretty impressive for off-roading as shown in the video.
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@@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD thanks, didn’t see that.
lol. Why are you always at a party when you make these videos? I'm jelaous
there is a front locker though? isnt that an Overtrail?
NO front locker on the Overtrail. Overtrail gets rear locker... all trims get center locker. The LC300 has the front locker. No front locker for the USA
Approach angle is disappointing
Nice, but it gets 17MPG with turbos. I think Toyota has gone and messed up. With fuel prices perpetually stuck above $3.50. Even the rich folks will be thinking twice.
been forever at $6 a gallon here in SoCal 😢 😭
I'm waiting for the hybrid GX in 2025, i think it gets 28mpg
🤝✌️
Will these be made in japan?
yes. Made in Japan
First 🍻
Land Rover Defender what??? You would have to be busy having a stroke to choose a Defender over this!
Poor ford! Not!😂😂☠️
It does not look like the same trail
it is an artificial offroad course constructed by Toyota
There is a Joke about an overly large pickup truck, epic 4WD fail, and a small penis - that’s just waiting to be told!! 🤔….I’ll refrain and chuckle to myself quietly👍😎
I don’t think the comparison of the two vehicles is fair. You’re comparing a old work truck which is designed for payload and towing with a long wheel based vs a new SUV designed to be used off-road. You should compare using Ford Bronco for more fair comparison.
The hill the ford failed on countless times was completely different from the one the Lexus went up with ease…
it was not different... same hill.. known as "Edison Hill" one of the first offshoots on Cleghorn Ridge... done it all sorts of ways in the GX460