2020 Lexus GX vs 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS
Overview | |
MSRP$53,000 | MSRP$76,000 |
Average price$41,684 | Average price$65,780 |
Listings172 | Listings419 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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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. | |
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews SummaryThe “S” in the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class name is meant to connect the SUV to the S-Class flagship sedan. In this sense, the GLS is the S-Class of SUVs, and it delivers on that positioning. The 2021 GLS-Class has three rows of spacious seating, and puts comfort above all else. The GLS can hold groceries, weekend bags, antique desks purchased from a roadside consignment shop—all things that would require a lot of negotiating in the S-Class sedan. The GLS-Class is one member of a growing fraternity of full-size, three-row, luxury SUVs. Their ranks include the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX80, and the more recent BMW X7. The GLS sets itself apart with a higher standard of luxury, and impressive performance… if you’re willing to shell out the cash. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.6L 301 hp V8 | Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City15 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.6L 301 hp V8 | Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower301 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space11.6 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight5130 lbs | Curb Weight5467 lbs |
Height74.2 in | Height72.4 in |
Length192.1 in | Length205.0 in |
Width74.2 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase109.8 in | Wheelbase123.4 in |
Maximum Payload1315 lbs | Maximum Payload1808 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $53,000 | $76,000 |
Average price | $41,684 | $65,780 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.9 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | The “S” in the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class name is meant to connect the SUV to the S-Class flagship sedan. In this sense, the GLS is the S-Class of SUVs, and it delivers on that positioning. The 2021 GLS-Class has three rows of spacious seating, and puts comfort above all else. The GLS can hold groceries, weekend bags, antique desks purchased from a roadside consignment shop—all things that would require a lot of negotiating in the S-Class sedan. The GLS-Class is one member of a growing fraternity of full-size, three-row, luxury SUVs. Their ranks include the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX80, and the more recent BMW X7. The GLS sets itself apart with a higher standard of luxury, and impressive performance… if you’re willing to shell out the cash. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.6L 301 hp V8 | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 15 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.6L 301 hp V8 | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque | 329 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 301 hp @ 5500 rpm | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 11.6 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5130 lbs | 5467 lbs |
Height | 74.2 in | 72.4 in |
Length | 192.1 in | 205.0 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 123.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1315 lbs | 1808 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6500 lbs | 7700 lbs |
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