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2020 Lexus GX 460 review

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Lexus GX 460 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Simple-to-use controls
  • Fresher looks than before
  • Commanding driving position

Cons

  • Slow acceleration
  • Second-row seat comfort
  • V8 engine is thirsty

Mileage (EPA estimate)

15 city, 19 highway, 16 combined

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Luxurious and capable off-road

The Lexus GX 460 features a new face for 2020 that makes it look fresher, and updates to the interior features and technology create a deluxe-feeling cabin. The GX 460 keeps its seven-seat capacity and its impressive off-road and towing capabilities, remaining an accommodating midsize SUV.

All Lexus GX 460 years

What is new for the 2020 Lexus GX 460?

  • GX 460 trims have been upgraded with Lane Departure Warning and Automated Cruise Control as standard equipment this year.
  • Rear Sunshade features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Premium trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.
  • The Base trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment.

2020 Lexus GX 460 trims

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Base:

  • 301-hp, 329-lb-ft of torque 4.6L
  • Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Memory Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
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Luxury:

5 reasons to buy the 2020 Lexus GX 460

1. Upmarket looks 

Imposing and grand in scale, Lexus freshened up the GX 460 for 2020 with triple-beam LED headlights and a new spindle-design front grille. The addition of Atomic Silver to the restrained color palette adds to the upmarket appearance. If that’s a little too subdued for you, choose Starfire Pearl White, Claret Mica, or the Fire Agate Pearl finish if you want to make a classy entrance.  

2. Easy-to-use tech 

The cabin of the 2020 GX 460 has modern technology to satisfy whoever you have onboard. The controls are laid out around a center stack with big buttons, and the eight-inch color touchscreen is used to move around the infotainment system. Bluetooth® connectivity is standard on all GX trims, along with the Lexus Enform suite of connected services that allow available features such as remote starting of the engine using your smartphone.

New for 2020, a panoramic view monitor uses cameras to make light work of parking and avoiding obstacles in the city or the campsite. 

3. A convenient cabin 

Seven-seat flexibility makes the GX 460 an accommodating companion no matter who you’re driving with. If you’re off to the hardware store, or packing for a wilderness weekend, the versatility of the GX 460 has you covered. The third-row seats can be electrically folded away on the Luxury trim to give 46.7 cu-ft of cargo space. When the second and third rows are folded, there is 64.7 cu-ft of room to play with. Available second-row captain’s chairs add more comfort. 

4. Conquer the canyons 

When you take off on those off-piste trips, the standard 4WD system of the GX 460 will leave you feeling reassured. Ready for the rough, stabilizer bars are automatically adjusted to vary the degree of roll stiffness and wheel articulation depending on the surface. The available Off-Road package has a Multi-Terrain Select driving mode program with settings to optimize drivability, and the available crawl control system automatically maintains a slow pace over challenging terrain.  

5. Big pulling power 

Ready for hauling, choose the available tow ball mount, tow hitch receiver, and tow trailer ball and you’re all set to pull the trailer for a remote weekend adventure. The robust construction and 329 lb-ft of torque from the 4.6L V8 engine of the 2020 Lexus GX 460 allows it to tow an estimated 6,500 lbs, when properly equipped,

and the standard Trailer Sway Control system checks for unwanted trailer movement to keep you on the straight and narrow. New for 2020, the Lexus suite of driver-assist features are standard on all GX 460 trims. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4
Excellent

RepairPal gave the Lexus GX 460 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Lexus GX 460 5th out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Lexus GX 460 features and specs

Base 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Running Boards
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Third Row Seat
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Entertainment System
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Four Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

4.6L

Horsepower

301

Torque (ft-lbs)

329

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

19

Wheelbase

109.8"

Overall length

192.1"

Width

74.2"

Height

74.2"

Leg room

F 41.7"/M 34.1"/R 29.3"

Head room

F 38"/M 40.4"/R 35.2"

Front tires

P265/60HR18

Rear tires

P265/60HR18

Seating capacity

7

Max towing capacity

650/6500 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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