2019 BMW X5 vs 2020 Lexus GX
Overview | |
MSRP$60,700 | MSRP$53,000 |
Average price$35,301 | Average price$41,752 |
Listings496 | Listings175 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2019 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 redefined SUVs 20 years ago, leaning into the idea that you could have truck form and car function all in one package. In fact, BMW branded the original X5 as an SAV—a Sport Activity Vehicle—to help emphasize the fact that it drove as well as the company's famous sport sedans. And while that claim was a bit of an overreach, the original X5 did outperform its SUV competitors on the road. Now in its fourth generation, BMW’s midsize crossover continues to deliver on that two-decade-old promise: The X5 delivers car-like handling in an SUV form. And while the 2019 X5 stretches 1 inch longer, 3 inches wider, and 1 inch taller than last year's model, you’d have to look closely to notice the differences. Most obvious is a new and bigger kidney grille with active shutters. It has already received flak for being “comically large,” though in my opinion, it seems proportional to the rest of the vehicle—enough to make me wonder if the grilles on previous iterations of the X5 were too small. Inside, you’ll find a redesigned interior with an updated version of the iDrive system, and a suite of Level 2 autonomous technology that unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired. But that shouldn’t dissuade you from BMW’s revolutionary recreational vehicle, because there’s still a lot to love. | |
2020 Lexus GX Reviews SummaryDepending on who you ask, the modern SUV will continue to dominate the new-car market until it's the only type of vehicle on the road (except pickup trucks). That prediction makes sense; modern SUVs drive like cars, can get through most snowstorms, and have the cargo space to tackle most of what daily life throws at them. They are great all-around vehicles, but in trying to master everything, many have lost the specialization that made them noteworthy in the first place. In particular, many luxury SUVs have lost their off-road credibility. There are exceptions to this trend, including upmarket trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee as well as most of the Land Rover lineup. Another brand that bucks the trend is Lexus. Sure, the Lexus RX pretty much created the modern luxury crossover, but it gets sold right alongside the immensely capable Lexus LX and this vehicle: the 2020 Lexus GX. You’ll be forgiven if you forgot the GX was still available. Lexus has updated the GX for 2020 with fresh styling to make it a bit more memorable. Still, beneath that new exterior is one of the oldest vehicles offered today, and as you’ll learn, that has its advantages. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway19 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 | Engine Name4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway19 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4813 lbs | Curb Weight5130 lbs |
Height69.0 in | Height74.2 in |
Length194.3 in | Length192.1 in |
Width87.3 in | Width74.2 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase109.8 in |
Maximum Payload849 lbs | Maximum Payload1315 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6603 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $60,700 | $53,000 |
Average price | $35,301 | $41,752 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The BMW X5 redefined SUVs 20 years ago, leaning into the idea that you could have truck form and car function all in one package. In fact, BMW branded the original X5 as an SAV—a Sport Activity Vehicle—to help emphasize the fact that it drove as well as the company's famous sport sedans. And while that claim was a bit of an overreach, the original X5 did outperform its SUV competitors on the road. Now in its fourth generation, BMW’s midsize crossover continues to deliver on that two-decade-old promise: The X5 delivers car-like handling in an SUV form. And while the 2019 X5 stretches 1 inch longer, 3 inches wider, and 1 inch taller than last year's model, you’d have to look closely to notice the differences. Most obvious is a new and bigger kidney grille with active shutters. It has already received flak for being “comically large,” though in my opinion, it seems proportional to the rest of the vehicle—enough to make me wonder if the grilles on previous iterations of the X5 were too small. Inside, you’ll find a redesigned interior with an updated version of the iDrive system, and a suite of Level 2 autonomous technology that unfortunately leaves a lot to be desired. But that shouldn’t dissuade you from BMW’s revolutionary recreational vehicle, because there’s still a lot to love. | Depending on who you ask, the modern SUV will continue to dominate the new-car market until it's the only type of vehicle on the road (except pickup trucks). That prediction makes sense; modern SUVs drive like cars, can get through most snowstorms, and have the cargo space to tackle most of what daily life throws at them. They are great all-around vehicles, but in trying to master everything, many have lost the specialization that made them noteworthy in the first place. In particular, many luxury SUVs have lost their off-road credibility. There are exceptions to this trend, including upmarket trims of the Jeep Grand Cherokee as well as most of the Land Rover lineup. Another brand that bucks the trend is Lexus. Sure, the Lexus RX pretty much created the modern luxury crossover, but it gets sold right alongside the immensely capable Lexus LX and this vehicle: the 2020 Lexus GX. You’ll be forgiven if you forgot the GX was still available. Lexus has updated the GX for 2020 with fresh styling to make it a bit more memorable. Still, beneath that new exterior is one of the oldest vehicles offered today, and as you’ll learn, that has its advantages. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 19 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 335 hp I6 | 4.6L 301 hp V8 |
Torque | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 19 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 11.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4813 lbs | 5130 lbs |
Height | 69.0 in | 74.2 in |
Length | 194.3 in | 192.1 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 74.2 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 109.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 849 lbs | 1315 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7209 lbs | 6500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6603 lbs | |
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