Summary: Oh I am so HAPPY, my wife and I have been long time NON-American car buyers and this one takes the cake. We went from a 4-Runner to this and even though we had ties to the 4-Runner we absolutely love this truck. I call it a truck since she got the BMW X3 which is a sporty station wagon in my eyes. This GX goes anywhere I want to go, & with the DVD sound system you don't need a home theater in your house just add exhaust vents in your garage or open the doors and watch a movie on the touch screen in the front cabin and have your friends sit in the back, when its over input the address to another movie store, follow the easy to use NAV system return home then repeat. It's that simple!!!
Strengths: DVD, Beautiful interior, Smooth ride, Great in the snow, All around excellent vehicle
Weaknesses: Gas mileage 17-19 it's about par for SUV's now a days but with the V8 and a lead foot your trips become more frequent
Similar Products Used: Toyota 4-Runner, Lexus RX330, Volvo XC90, SAAB 9-7x... I listed them in order of my choices had we not gone with the GX
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Rating Reviewed by: Christian s.(Unregistered User)
Review Date June 27, 2006
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Value Rating 4 of 5
Used product for Less than 1 month
Visitors rate this review 3.00 of 5,
8.00 votes
Review 2 of 13
Price Paid:
$37500.00
from park place porsche
Year / Model Reviewed: 2004 gx470
Summary: Traded in a 04' Sienna Minivan. I have three kids and the Sienna was fantastic; however, it did'nt have side airbags. Wanted to stick with Toyota quality and reliability , yet did'nt want anything to big. The gx470 was a easy choice. The ride is excellent, power is more than adaquate, safety is top notch. The three rows are plenty for a family of five. Brakes are spectacular. Very quiet.
Strengths: V8 power accelerates strong, tows 6500lb, handeling is refined yet supple enough not to annoy. The brakes are very strong. Great overall balance. Gas milage is o.k.
Weaknesses: Common sense lighting issues-no minimal lighting so you can find the air vents at night. No switch to illuminate entire cabin when needed. No lighting on garage door opener. When loading, tailgate can get away from you in high winds and smack the car parked behind you.
Similar Products Used: Lexus rx300, Land Rover Discovery, BMW X5;/
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Summary: Bought it used (2004 model) with 45000 miles on it and it drives better than many new cars/SUVs...this SUV oozes quality and well-built craftsmanship. Originally we were going for the RX, but decided to upgrade our buy after a test-drive and some internet investigation. Good room inside, comfortable for 5, no problem for 7 if the last 2 are kids. Hopefully this vehicle is trouble-free in the long term, but it came with Lexus Certification and 3-yr 100,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and roadside assistance. Great dealer experience; we have owned quite a few cars, many bought new and this is by far the best experience I've had with dealerships.
Strengths: Engine, torque, comfort, fit and finish, transmission shifts
Weaknesses: 3rd row seats do not fold flat into the floor, cupholders in the front do not really hold anything, outside mirrors are not auto-dimming and not power-folding.
Strengths: Quality, reliability, quietness, 4X4 capability (It's a 4-Runner at heart), air conditioner that will drive you out, torque.
Weaknesses: Handling, acceleration and a sometimes-rough transmission.
Similar Products Used: Expedition
Touareg
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Rating Reviewed by: Meyer L(Unregistered User)
Review Date November 19, 2003
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Used product for Less than 1 month
Visitors rate this review 3.00 of 5,
1.00 votes
Review 5 of 13
Price Paid:
$51900.00
from Rockville Lexus
Year / Model Reviewed: 2004 GX470
Summary: I took the opportunity to really shop for this SUV. My test drives included the: ML430,Touraeg, Pacifica, Discovery III, Forerunner among others. I had just sold a Jeep Grand Cherokee (NEVER BUY ONE OF THOSE)due to horrible quality (rattles, squeaks, leaks, etc.) and the worst maintenance record ever. This Lexus offers a far superior ride to any of those vehicles. The quality and craftsmanship is very apparent in the seats, electronics, paint, and finish.
Strengths: The ride is smooth and rattle free. The interior fit and finish is excellent. The color (ash blue and tan) gets compliments wherever I go.
Weaknesses: Gas mileage is not as high as I would like it to be, but none of the SUV's get good mileage.
Similar Products Used: I test drove a myriad of SUV's. I would not buy and American made SUV again after owning the Jeep.
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