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2017 Lexus GX Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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GX stands for “Grand Crossover,” which serves as a fairly apt description for the midsize luxury SUV Lexus introduced for 2003. It’s also somewhat misleading, however, as this is a much more capable and luxurious vehicle than the typical crossover currently buzzing around suburbs all over the United States. The 2017 GX 460 starts at over $50,000, is available with most convenience features you can imagine, and actually has off-road chops despite its fancy interior and exterior.
Lexus doesn’t sell many GXs relative to its smaller SUVs and cars, and the basic design hasn’t changed much since the second generation came out for 2010. Likewise, nothing major changes for 2017.
Built on the same platform as the foreign-market Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, the GX 460 is 192 inches long, 74 inches wide, and 5,130 pounds. Under the hood is the same 4.6-liter V8 found in other large Toyotas like the Tundra pickup. In the GX 460, it makes 301 hp and 329 lb-ft of torque. That’s more than enough to move the hefty GX around, and it will in fact let the GX 460 tow an impressive 6,500 pounds. Fuel economy isn’t great, with a rating of 15 mpg city, 20 highway, 17 combined, and the GX takes premium fuel to fill its 23-gallon tank.
You wouldn’t take a luxury vehicle like the GX 460 on a safari or up a mountain, but it’s capable enough off-road for most applications and has a lot more rugged powertrain equipment than the typical crossover. That includes low-range gearing, a Torsen locking center differential, and full-time 4-wheel drive (4WD). The GX also features body-on-frame construction as well as a standard Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System, which links the fore and aft stabilizer bars hydraulically to minimize body roll on the road and maintain wheel contact with the ground off-road. Crawl control, which aids in navigating difficult terrain at very low speeds, is an optional extra, while an adaptive suspension comes standard with the Luxury trim. The feel of the rack-and-pinion steering in the GX is reportedly vague and slow to respond, and some critics have noted a spongy brake pedal, but a big, truck-like luxury vehicle like this will never be nimble.
Like just about any Lexus, the GX 460 is refined and premium-feeling on the inside, with a level of fit and finish to match its rivals. Outward visibility is reportedly good, and the seats are roomy and supportive—with the exception of the third-row seating, which is tight and unfortunately can’t be removed. Even a base GX 460 is well equipped with standard sunroof, roof rails, leatherette upholstery, 10-way power-adjustable seats with memory settings for the driver, a 120-volt outlet in the rear cargo area, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, USB ports, HD Radio, a universal garage-door opener, and a power tilt/telescopic steering column. It also comes with 64.7 cubic feet of cargo space accessed via a side-opening hatch.
Stepping up to the Premium trim adds heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, parking assistance, a 3-zone automatic climate-control system, and navigation. The range-topping Luxury trim, which starts at just under $63,000, further adds the adaptive suspension with auto-leveling, a blind-spot monitor, a heated steering wheel, a rear tonneau cover, and power-folding third-row seating. Additional convenience options include a rear-seat entertainment system, automatic high beams, a 330-watt audio system, and a number of safety features.
With its older body-on-frame design, the GX 460 won’t be as crash-worthy as more cutting-edge vehicles, but it is a massive automobile available with a slew of modern safety features to keep you from having a crash in the first place. Safety Connect, a navigation-based roadside-assistance system, is standard, as are active front headrests, hill-start assist, a rear-view camera with dynamic gridlines, and 10 airbags. The GX is also available with forward-collision warning, adaptive cruise control, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, automatic high beams, a surround-view camera, trailer sway control for towing, and a Driver Support package that includes high-speed dynamic radar cruise control, lane-departure alert, and crawl control.
American buyers have seemed content with smaller, more fuel-efficient crossovers, and despite currently low gas prices, bigger and more capable SUVs like the GX 460 haven’t exactly been flying off dealership lots. These are expensive automobiles even at the base level, but with the comfort and convenience features of a proper luxury car, solid towing capacity, and the ability to tackle some off-road terrain, the GX is a good all-rounder.
User reviews for 2017 Lexus GX
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by Anonymous
Mar 02, 2024
Love this GX460 model over the LX570, which is an awesome vehicle, for a few reasons. 3rd row seating is better for tucking away. Didnt need the passenger row seating video screens. The 570 feels stout as a tank but the 460 feels like a more manageable vehicle in parking lots. Both are supreme and super quiet however. And the clincher for my choice was the 460 aftermarket kit is a aila le for camping in, as well as the frosting on the dessert is the Mark Levinson sound system on this Luxury model. Engine takes 8 quarts of oil! Bullet proof lubrication. Transmission shifts beautifully. Any money saved on many better mpg vehicles is lost with maintenance and repair costs. Love this vehicle! Mar 02, 2024
by Brian K
Sep 21, 2023
Smoothest SUV Ive ever driven. Its a bit heavy bc of the v8 and build quality, but doesnt feel as heavy as a bmw, gmc, or ford medium/large suv.
Maybe the tightest build Ive ever felt of any vehicle. Everything clicks, opens, or closes exactly how it should. Its like the feeling of haptic feedback on a smart phone. It just feels like the right response.
Personally, I prefer body on frame (truck) suvs. It feels better than our mid sized crossover suv.
Gas is not the greatest, but its not the worst either (I used to drive big v8 fords and gm trucks). I appreciate the size bc there is minimum body roll and its just spacious enough. Its such a comfortable drive that I actually like getting stuck in traffic, which is also why I would never mod this vehicle and just keep it stock. Its pristine.
A lot of people complain about the navigation system bc of the lack of carplay, but I may be one of the few ppl that found carplay annoying. Id rather have this system.
This is a premium ride thats well built, dependable, smooth, and so comfortable. Highly recommended.Sep 21, 2023
by Mike H
Aug 09, 2023
Seems to be what I’m looking for. Price needs to improve.Aug 09, 2023
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by Anonymous
Mar 02, 2024
Love this GX460 model over the LX570, which is an awesome vehicle, for a few reasons. 3rd row seating is better for tucking away. Didnt need the passenger row seating video screens. The 570 feels stout as a tank but the 460 feels like a more manageable vehicle in parking lots. Both are supreme and super quiet however. And the clincher for my choice was the 460 aftermarket kit is a aila le for camping in, as well as the frosting on the dessert is the Mark Levinson sound system on this Luxury model. Engine takes 8 quarts of oil! Bullet proof lubrication. Transmission shifts beautifully. Any money saved on many better mpg vehicles is lost with maintenance and repair costs. Love this vehicle! Mar 02, 2024
by Brian K
Sep 21, 2023
Smoothest SUV Ive ever driven. Its a bit heavy bc of the v8 and build quality, but doesnt feel as heavy as a bmw, gmc, or ford medium/large suv.
Maybe the tightest build Ive ever felt of any vehicle. Everything clicks, opens, or closes exactly how it should. Its like the feeling of haptic feedback on a smart phone. It just feels like the right response.
Personally, I prefer body on frame (truck) suvs. It feels better than our mid sized crossover suv.
Gas is not the greatest, but its not the worst either (I used to drive big v8 fords and gm trucks). I appreciate the size bc there is minimum body roll and its just spacious enough. Its such a comfortable drive that I actually like getting stuck in traffic, which is also why I would never mod this vehicle and just keep it stock. Its pristine.
A lot of people complain about the navigation system bc of the lack of carplay, but I may be one of the few ppl that found carplay annoying. Id rather have this system.
This is a premium ride thats well built, dependable, smooth, and so comfortable. Highly recommended.Sep 21, 2023
by Mike H
Aug 09, 2023
Seems to be what I’m looking for. Price needs to improve.Aug 09, 2023
by Kim C
Jun 26, 2023
Just a couple rusty screws loved the ride loved the color.. it needs to come down in price for meJun 26, 2023
by Glenn D
Apr 16, 2022
Great car. We love everything about it. See ya on the roadApr 16, 2022
by Rob P
Dec 05, 2020
Great source for finding your car. Easily to use in picking options!Dec 05, 2020
by Kimberly F
Nov 14, 2020
Practically perfect in every way.
Lexus has never disappointed me Nov 14, 2020
by Clark S
Oct 12, 2020
It’s good good good good good good Oct 12, 2020
by Dorothy N
Aug 26, 2020
Nothing rides like a Lexus. This my 3rd one. The 2nd GX. They have improved the ride tremendously. Also quiet compared to older models. The seats are more comfortable too. I love the Lexus app. Store. I downloaded the Alexa app. Aug 26, 2020
by Anonymous
Aug 22, 2020
Very quiet engine and stylish with a lot of features and options. Very comfortable driving!Aug 22, 2020
by Anonymous
Jun 11, 2020
It is a luxury Toyota FourRunner. It is ready for off-roading with the down hill assist feature. It has many great safety features which I need as an older driver!Jun 11, 2020
by Sharon H
May 24, 2020
Features were all great but it was way too high for me to get in and out as I have had 19 spinal surgeries. It was a problem for me but otherwise the car was beautiful.May 24, 2020
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2017 Lexus GX Pricing
Original MSRP
$51,680 to $63,380Price range
$26,618 to $28,201Average price on CG
$26,621YoY price change
$28,107 to $26,621Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: alloy · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: third row · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.91 · Limited slip differential: center · Locking differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color with chrome accents · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Running boards: body color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 40-20-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: anti-trapping feature · Roof rails: silver
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: flat · Upholstery: perforated
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 18.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 6
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Dual front knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · IHeartRadio internet radio · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 9
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear outboard seats · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 115V · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual rear seat · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: vehicle and key memory · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.91 · Limited slip differential: center · Locking differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color with chrome accents · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Mudguards: rear · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Running boards: illuminated · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Facebook · Infotainment: Enform · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power folding
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Moonroof: anti-trapping feature · Roof rails: silver
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: power · Upholstery: semi-aniline leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Spare Wheel
Rim type: aluminum alloy
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 18.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front · Suspension control: electronic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 6
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front