6 years later and I still would prefer the Lexus GX. Body on frame for the win.

@jayhawke2056

6 жыл бұрын

And gas over diesel for sure.

@lunamaria1048

4 жыл бұрын

Diesel for the win in big SUVs

@zmega7526

4 жыл бұрын

Diesel is the future? That's hilarious. Don't give up your day jobs, guys.

@lunamaria1048

4 жыл бұрын

Who said diesel is the future?

@zmega7526

4 жыл бұрын

@@lunamaria1048 listen to the video.

10 years later everyone still has the lexus GX. Meanwhile somewhere at some used car dealer, the GL is listed for $12,999 that no one is buying.

in 10 years that lexus would hold a much better resale value though...

@richieasian

10 жыл бұрын

I doubt it'll be a one owner car 10 years from now

@crxracer805

5 жыл бұрын

@@richieasian But it will still hold out its value.

@firesupport162

5 жыл бұрын

@@richieasian i doubt it will break in that 10 years

@jwilson2793

4 жыл бұрын

@@firesupport162 This. Plus the Sequoia and Land Cruiser. Built like freaking tanks.

@darood77

4 жыл бұрын

@@firesupport162 It won't break.

8 years later in 2020 this GX460 is most likely still on the road, drives like day one it rolled off the showroom. I wonder where that GL350 ended up at.

@dararitchao8367

4 жыл бұрын

The GL350 is still on the road... some where, it never made it home. My 1998 Lexus LX 470 has 274K miles and still made it home every time. Biggest repair so far is Timing Belt.

@ronald1536

3 жыл бұрын

It's still on the road. It's now known as GLS

@vinsonwalton28

Жыл бұрын

Junk yard

@bonaanayaga

11 ай бұрын

They are all over Africa moving on. The GL is a tuff vehicle

@mytubeyear2009

11 ай бұрын

@@bonaanayaga My wife drives our 2014 GL350. 171K miles. 600 miles per tank and not a single rattle or squeak. Beautiful SUV. I work on both. I'd take the Benz every time.

Fast Forward to 2017 where is that GL standing now? In the recycling bin lol 😂 while the GX still holds on to value and reliability 👍🏽👍🏽

@rohankrishna95

6 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 GX 460 Luxury, Best SUV I have ever purchased. I have been through Infiniti QX80, ML350, X5 and MDX. I don't care what these jokers say. I have been living with the Lexus GX 460 for few years and I know it is worth every dollar, 52K miles and not a single issue. The ride is much better than BMW X5 and little better than Mercedes ML350, both of them were full of electrical bugs. I also have a 1998 Land Cruiser with 233K miles (four issues since day one- 1.)ABS unit, which I rebuilt for less than $100 2.)alternator, replaced for $300 3.)Starter, replaced for $300 4.) valve cover gasket, replaced for less than $200

Lol to all the funny comments. To all the people who would take the merc...the merc is like a hot sexy super model and the lexus is like ur cute neighborhood girl. The merc looks hot in magazine n men drool over it but until u marry one u will not know the pain..trouble. .headaches it gives. People who date n marry the merc ...ohter people feel sorry for because of all the issues...therebis always drama..after a while people get sick of all the issues. The lexus is like ur cute neighborhood girl with not makeup..not very pretty but sexy as hell because of her personality. She can do things very well..never complain about how difficult like is with u. She just love u and will take care of u as u get old. she lloks better with no makeup on..merc needs makeup to be attractive. The best part about the merc is that its on youtube ..or magazine but not to live with..lol

@Good1vibes

8 жыл бұрын

I had the ML and the X5 and man it had a lot of electrical problems but both engines was awesome...but a lot of visits at the dealership! I don't have the the GX but my brother has one and it has been problem free for 7 years and counting! Most likely I'll be getting one soon . Any other suggestions? People say the Lexus GX is boring but I can tell you this. I would rather drive a boring, V8 with old school technology, and a reliable vehicle than bringing in an ML or an X5 to the dealership! And my brothers GX is a beast in and around the fire roads of SoCal and isolated camp sights:)

@XxAlexanderProxx

7 жыл бұрын

I have the GX and I love it.

@trianggaindralukmana2184

7 жыл бұрын

If mercedes reliable why depreciation value is so big? Go to any junk yard, take a pressure cylinder gauge, most toyota will be fine or excellent condition, do that to germany engine cars Then we have to admit, most swap engine cars in the world, not only performance engine but all class from workhorse engine to performance engine will be toyota, in here even 20 years old 1KZTE diesel toyota still priced at $2000, and 1HD-T still at $5000

@iggibars

7 жыл бұрын

So, you chose a car because of less maintenance or cost. That alone is a fine reason, but you took it a way bit too far with that analogy. I guess you must also rent your house, and not buy one, since buying one means you are responsible for all repairs and upkeep needed on that house. If not, you're a hypocrite!! If reliability is of KEY importance, we would all be driving a Camry or Accord, but some people have the means to drive what they WANT to drive. But you choose to put them down for their decision. That says a lot about you and the way you think. I looked at the GX. It might be quiet(as are all SUVs it competes with), but it drives and handles like complete shit on the road, and comes NOWHERE near close to handling as well as the Mercedes(or any other German rival for that matter) at moderate speeds and emergency maneuvers. It's good offroad, but are you buying this to drive it only offroad? Highly doubt it. I drive over 20k miles a year, and have never driven as much with any car before in my life as I have with my current Mercedes. It's damn near bulletproof, drives like a tank glued to the ground, and has completely run circles over all the comparable cars I've owned from Japan and US. If reliability or expense is the only metric you use to determine if a car is good, I know your ability to differentiate the merits of a certain car has gone down the toilet.

@kevin1234gg

6 жыл бұрын

and for the same price as the merc, tou can get the bigger lx570

Sell the Mercedes. Reliability and longevity is the key to vehicle ownership. I had a MB GL350 and was in repair shop average 5 days each month for "warranty" paid repairs. But it really gets old waiting for your car... Even with a loan vehicle . Buy the Lexus.

@unknownunknowns

7 жыл бұрын

Martin Rademakers What issues did you have?

@jhamilton9447

4 жыл бұрын

Absolute money pits unless you have lots of money to blow. Never had peace of mind with a Mercedes vehicles, yes the older ones were a different story.

@APE029

3 жыл бұрын

What problems? I have used diesel 350 2012, nox sensor was extensively expensive but covered with this upcoming class action lawsuit 117000 miles in and 2 bad injectors (got repaired under warranty)and leaking oil, great milage and 444lb ft of torque

the mercedes fell apart by now i am sure

@mislead1070

3 жыл бұрын

It depends on the owner, how much he cares and how he keeps it???

@hayden93

Жыл бұрын

Yup diesel Benz never last

You can't compare it with Lexus when it comes to offroad. Lexus is a beast.

You guys crack me up with your comments. From talking about the smell, comparing the weight to a "library", and discussions about "cats and buffaloes" - I'm in stitches over here:-))! Your writer is definitely something of a genius.

The Biggest difference really is in reliability performance, maintenance and the last but not least. RESALE VALUE. LEXUS will hold it's price , while Merc take steep hits on price.

That GX color is beautiful

Repair bills? Reliability? I know which one is best, do you?

Are you guys stupid? The LX is based on the LandCruiser, not the GX. The GX is closer to a 4Runner, with the exact same wheel base of 109.8 in.

@jonx20009

10 жыл бұрын

The LX is based on the LandCruiser and GX is based on the 4Runner.

@alfredoriher

10 жыл бұрын

jonx is not based on the 4Runner, it is based on the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado which it's sold in Europe and Latin America. Look for it on the web.

@firianto

10 жыл бұрын

The GX is not based on the 4Runner, Nathan! It's based on the Prado. I thought you guys are car guys and know your stuffs....

@Abraham-ui6kc

6 жыл бұрын

Lol its funny that a lot people think that the gx is based on the 4runner. Gx=land cruiser prado J150 Lx=land cruiser J200

@ilipan2668

5 жыл бұрын

GX is based on Land Cruiser, LX is based on Land Cruiser 200 (a larger LC sold in Africa, ME, and Oceania).

This generation GX looks like a proper SUV. New ones don't look that good anymore

@tipsofme

7 жыл бұрын

Ilya Elis, I agree. The new one is much to busy looking.

Just got a 2011 GX. Bought for 22K. :D

@lunamaria1048

4 жыл бұрын

Nice!... I'm buying one to turn to an overland rig.. My husband sold our 80 Series because we need modern

@HannibalACP82

4 жыл бұрын

How many miles? Premium package?

@jprules81

4 жыл бұрын

good price.

Diesel..... The future!!!! Sure thing Roman, let's ask VW.

@BLAZOOR99

8 жыл бұрын

Lol

I have driven my friends GX and when you put it in sport mode for a full size suv its fast these guys didn't even talk about the different modes like comfort in the GX is amazing and it's painfully reliable opposed to the Mercedes.

8 Yrs later, the GX460 is still running strong. And what about the GL, good luck.

I live in CostaRica and I have a Toyota Landcruiser Prado TX is the same of the lexus but with a 3.0L diesel Turbointercooler engine. is powerful rocker

only 2 mpgs better lol and it is a diesel :D

You guys do GREAT videos!!!!! I think you guys have a really unique way of reviewing... and it makes a wholes lot of since. You guys have great energy. Its very clear that you both LOVE cars. You have the best job in the world!!! Keep it up! I watch every video you make!

So the future (diesel) doesn't have that much better MPG than the dinosaur Lexus? Does the "future" has better resale value and reliability?

All the haters lexus is dependable like toyota

@Jakubnosaltheperson

8 жыл бұрын

I love your username, Japanese cars for life

@Indian-313

6 жыл бұрын

Coz it is a Toyota

Older video and vehicles - but I just test drove these two vehicles back to back (while in the process of selecting and buying a used vehicle). In my test drives I found the GL350 rather underpowered once at highway speeds, while the GX460 had plenty of power. Around town and at very low speeds the GL350 had plenty of grunt due to its low end torque but the GX460 was also perfectly fine at low speeds too. My biggest gripe with the GL (and I do mean the GL) was lack of power (another concern was maintenance cost), while the GX had plenty of power for me. How is it that Roman and Nathan came to the exact opposite conclusion? Was this review done at high elevations where the turbo might help the GL compensate for the more powerful naturally aspirated GX? If so does the GX really loose that much that lack of power becomes a major issue?

I am still waiting for the off road part :\

8years later . I’m struggling here about this GLS 450 vs GX460 .. Lexus IS smaller 3rd row but many say it’s more reliable…..

The GL looks badass. Great mashup :)

Just bought my friend's pristine and dealer maintained 2013 Lexus GX with 141,000+ miles for $18k earlier today. I also own a 2018 LX570. I've been buying Toyota's for the past 3 decades and I ALWAYS buy them new and run them for 10 years and either sell them with 30% residual value or keep them. Lexus is no different. Still own a 97 4Runner. 300,000 miles is routine for these Yota/Lexus SUVs. Reason enough why I buy them and not lease them.

@johndubrawski7094

3 жыл бұрын

same here.

Call it what you will. I think the Lexus looks better. The GX looks luxuries without breaking the preppy meter.

Great video as always guys! Keep up the good work, these videos definitely brighten my day!

The Fast Lane Car Do you know what means DPF? It stands for Diesel Particular Filter. Most modern diesel cars have that. And it works fine. As long as you drive your car or SUV on a long distance,so it can regenerate itself. You drive your "future diesel car" in city and you end up with DPF replacement,which cost fortune. Nobody drives big and heavy SUV"s for a long enough distances. Toyota engineers are not stupid. They have plenty of diesel engines,and trust me,if they wanted to,they would have thrown one in there. They had and still have issues with the DPF of their D4D engine. Do a research and use your brain before you make review.

My father is a business man in England and runs some of the most successful companies there. He owns the gl550 which is basically the same and he loves it. Yh he's made some modifications but i personally love it and he say its the best car he owns.. And he owns 11cars.

GOOD review, iam testing out the GL350 and 450 this week, probebly will go with the 450 since its only about 2000 more for the v8 but you get 120 hp extra

@jnjn-u4297

2 жыл бұрын

How did this end up going how is your GL now ?

While the LX is based off of the Land Cruiser, The GX is technically a Lexus badged version of the Toyota Land Cruiser PRADO (which is sold in many markets worldwide).

I wish people would consider repair bills before saying how great a vehicle is. Most vehicles are great during the warranty period and mileage. Try contacting a Toyota or Mercedes on something as simple as a lost key. I know somebody who lost the only key to her a car. I know it is not smart, but some people are just that way. Not only does she have to pay $250+ to have a key made, she has to tow the car to the dealer. According to the dealer, the new key is not guarantee to work resulting in higher fees. Don't take my word for it. Call Toyota and Mercedes to find out for yourself. FYI: Most Lexus and Toyota parts are interchangeable with Toyota at a much lower cost. Before paying $1500 to have a timing belt done at Lexus, you can have the same work done for half the price at a Toyota dealer.

Lexus Always 💯🔥

The GX460 isn't Lexus's most off-road worthy. The LX 470 is. It is also closer to the Mercedes in terms of cost and power. It is a true land cruiser with a lexus badge.

Landcruiser has always been one of the best, and most reliable.

Same thing in Australia, diesel is usually about the same price as 98 premium unleaded, which is about $1.55-1.65AUD/L while the standard 91 unleaded is only $1.40AUD/L. Although most cars nowadays require 95 or better anyway. I know my car is 98 minimum which kinda sucks. I think diesels and hybrids are our short term future, and EV's and hydrogen cars are the long term future. I'm going to miss that lovely petrol powered sound.

Did he just call the Lexus GX the past....more like past presidents and future....try saying that about ur German clunker let me know when u get 300,000+ KM with no issues......go ahead I'll wait

@m.w.i9001

4 жыл бұрын

500km 2010 Mercedes no problem

@mislead1070

3 жыл бұрын

@Mr. Cairo u r the first guy who is appreciating merc and depreciating the reliability of lexus!!! Ur very correct, actually its not like that this will last and this wont, its upto u how u maintain it, and how much care do u do of it!!!!

(cont.) has made the FJ40, the Mega Cruiser, the 4Runner, Tacoma, and let's not forget the most famous: the entire Land Cruiser line.

"Startled cat" haha! Thanks for the video.

7 years later, the GX is basically the same vehicle. And it still will be until we become dinosaurs. 🤔

@lightsfansofthewest481

Жыл бұрын

GX 550 coming next year.

@solarlightning yeah the GX is based on the 4runner but it shares the 4.7 V8 from the land cruiser

i buyd the GL 350 cdi and i love it!

you can get the folding seats for the second row in general motors vehicals too...

OK so the GX460 is based on the LandCruiser Prado and the LX570 is based on the LandCruiser. Also I believe they kept the side opening tailgate because the Toyota LandCruiser Prado has an externally mounted spare wheel, requiring a side opening tailgate. However for some reason when they took off the spare wheel, they did not redesign the hinges.

The Land Cruiser has both - 4.7 and 5.7 engine options (has 4.5 diesel in Europe). But the thing you see in the video is not the Land Cruiser/Lexus LX, it's Prado (gets 3.0 diesel in Europe) which doesn't have the 5.7 V8.

I know which one I'd like to own, But, which one would you rather own out of warranty.

Fair enough, and I'm not resisting the diesel movement. Just saying that hybrid gas engine has been tested to get better mileage than a diesel. Eventually, though, as diesel is based off of petrol, we're going to need to find an alternative.

ok let me clear things up the Lexus GX is based on the Toyota 4runner but uses the 4.7 V8 that was used on the 4th generation Toyota 4Runner and the 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser it is not based on the current 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser because it uses its current 5.7 V8 which is shared with the Lexus LX and the Toyota Sequoia. The GX shares the body with the Toyota Land Cruiser Parado which is not sold in the US but it does share the frame with the Toyota 4Runner

Dont compare lexus wit this shit!

@AhdFOUR yes the GX is based on the Prado but in the US it is also based on the toyota 4runner not by the body but the engines and some of the frame work but the the GX is really originally based on the Prado not many ppl here in the US know that

no, actually they do sell the GX's brother in the US. its called the Toyota 4Runner same structure just a new engine and better materials. the Land Cruiser Parado is a 4runner cause it comes with the extremly reliable 2.7 4cyl and the 4.0 V6

yeah they are. what AhdFOUR said is pretty correct, the Land Cruiser PRADO is a 4runner, just a diffrent name. and the LX is a no brainer thats its a Land Cruiser. they look extremly identical and has the same tech the toyota has too.

Hmmmm, that sounds a bit odd as no manufacturer builds an off-road worthy EV/SUV and only Toyota builds a Hybrid all-wheel-drive crossover.

Gx is actually a Land Cruiser Prado, u can look that up. It's sold world wide, just not in America. U do get a diesel in the Prado version and they sell very well.

that lexus is a toyota Prado with a V8, and 15miles in the city for a vehicule like that one is really good. My Jeep GC Laredo V6 gets 16, and it has a 3.6.

No, the GX460 is based on the 4-Runner. However, the GX is called the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado outside of the states. I prefer the GX over the GL, the GX is a TRUE SUV.

Wouldn't a fair and unbiased comparison be with something equivalent like the LX? Or at least the LandCruiser?

the GL is absolutely rare in germany; most people driving ML

Am I missing something? I just checked and MB USA says GL350 has 210 hp and 400 lb/ft of torque - where are you guys getting your numbers from? Also, GL is said to hit 60 in 9.1 seconds and GX does the same in 7.8, yet I never heard anything about the Benz being 'underpowered'. Unless you're saying that GX has super peaky hp and torque curves, but I've seen Toyota V8 curves and they aren't peaky. So I'm a little confused by this review.

The GL is unarguably the best of the two.

I wanna know what Dave, Nathan and Roman's daily driver. What cars do u guys own and drive on regular bases. Thumps up so they can see please....

That Mercedes in Australia costs $126,000! You Americans are lucky to have things that cheap

@747-pilot

9 жыл бұрын

But that is 126,000 AUSTRALIAN dollars, not American dollars

@mrrklei2293

8 жыл бұрын

+vicarouza absolutely right

@Pattttt0406

8 жыл бұрын

+Sheng Li No, I did the conversion and it is American dollars

@747-pilot

8 жыл бұрын

Ouch!!! .....not good then. Wonder why that is? My sister lives in Canada and vehicles are a bit more expensive there too. But nothing like that price!!!! ...That price appears to me like an absolute and total ripoff by everyone involved!!

@Pattttt0406

8 жыл бұрын

+vicarouza it definitely is, in Aus there is a luxury car tax that is 33% of the amount over $64000. So it effectively doubles the price of the car to own a luxury car based on the luxury car tax. That's why I'm so amazed that the American market has things 'cheap' when compared to the Australian market.

True, but because the infrastructure is in place, it won't be as hard to make it so that it does replace gas. Although gas stations haven't been converted, there are hybrid gas/hydrogen stations. By standard combustion motors, of course I didn't mean taking any old gas engine and filling it with hydrogen. Much like the diesel engine, a specific hydrogen engine will have to be developed. Anyways, hydrogen can also deliver energy through motors, achieved by mixing in water with the compressed H.

no the 4runner isnt "based" on the Prado. it IS a prado just with another name and US spec designs. the Parado has same engine choices, a 2.7 & a 4.0. the GX is only avaliable with a 4.6

Not true. The Benz is the nicer driving vehicle but the Lexus is the more reliable option hence why I said LEASE a Benz. Why would I waste time and money leasing a Lexus when it would make more sense for me to buy it outright vs. getting a new one every 3 years when it will be reliable for another 10? Learn to interpret what people write there bub.

GX GX GX pursuit of perfection

GX is NOT based on Toyota Land Cruiser, it's based on Toyota Prado and it's actually a middle-size SUV even for European standards. Yes, I know it's a mashup but it's a shame that Prado stands next to GL which is QX56's and Lexus LX (Toyota Land Cruiser) competitor ;). Prado is really high but it's short and not very wide what leads to many, many rollovers - it even rolled over in a side crash test... In fact it's even smaller than Touareg, X5 or XC90.

Well, to be more accurate, both are based off the Land Cruiser Prado, so is the FJ Cruiser. The older 4runners are based on the Taco. All four cars are now only made in Japan, afaik.

So really the Lexus GX is based on the 4th generation 4Runner V8 and probably uses the same frame as the 5th generation 4runner (im not sure) but the V8 was on the 2007 Land Cruiser so it does have some type of relation that it was mechamically based on the 2007 Land Cruiser's V8 but is not based on the 2008-2013 Toyota Land Cruiser V8

really i don't understand those guys who compare lexus with Mercedes...Mercedes is monster....Love u MERCEDES

the FJ Cruiser, the most off-road capable SUV from Toyota, besting the Land Cruiser of the era and rivaling Jeep Cherokees. Tacoma is basically the US version of the proven-and-praised Hilux from overseas (by the way, when was the last time Merc made a good old-fashioned pickup?). The Land Cruiser line. Do I really need to elaborate? An incredibly acclaimed series of SUV's ranging from military grade to luxury for the people. Let's not forget that this is only in the front of off-roading. Such

Can you guys do a Diesel MPG shoot-out? Nobody tells you the MPG's of them Diesels.

Excelente vídeo, siempre me gusta verlos en mi tiempo libre, así me distraigo. Realmente una de las cosas que más me llamo la atención es que dicen que los motores Diésel son el futuro en cuanto al tema del rendimiento, rentabilidad, precio-valor, etc ; pero también debemos de recordar que esto es en condiciones muy especificas, esas condiciones son : • Un buen combustible Diésel (Gasoil), puede que en USA cuenten con un buen combustible de ese tipo, pero en otras partes del mundo no se cumplen necesariamente las regulaciones de los niveles de Azufre en la mezcla del Diesel (Gasoil), esto genera un sinfín de problemas en los motores Diésel, los cuales a la larga terminan siendo una especie de maldición para la persona que adquiere un carro con un motor de este tipo. • Los problemas pueden ser: Daño de los inyectores por la corrosión de los ácidos generados por el Azufre, daño de los sellos del motor (perdiendo compresión), daño de las piezas internas, y el que yo considero el daño más GRAVE, daño general de la bomba de inyección, la cual no es más que el corazón de todos los motores Diésel y la cual es sumamente costosa. • Ciertamente en un principio los motores Diésel pueden ser una especie de ¨bendición hacia tu bolsillo¨, pero esto es por el primer o segundo año, luego de esto, se transforman en un caos el cual debes de controlar para que no se te salga de las manos, el motor Diésel sea cual sea la marca termina : sonando como un tractor , humeando más que una maquinaria de carbón del siglo 19, el costo de mantenimiento se eleva mucho más que el de un motor de Gasolina, y termina teniendo una mano de obra especializada la cual no hay en todos lados, los filtros de Gasoil, los filtros del aire, los filtros del aceite, el aceite que una el carro, el mantenimiento de las bombas de inyección ,todo es más costoso, y esto degenera en que realmente el consumo de los carros Diésel se vuelve el mismo que el de un carro de Gasolina (pudiendo llegar a consumir mas) y realmente en un viaje en carretera no en autopista, donde debes de hacer una gran cantidad de rebases etc termina consumiendo lo mismo que un carro de Gasolina como ya les decía anteriormente. • Se preguntaran como se de esto, poseo un Audi A6 2.5 TDi V6, un carro con mucho Torque y mucha potencia ,un avión con ruedas, muy confortable, pero que en realidad en su mantenimiento resulta más costoso etc que mi otro vehículo, una BMW X5 E53 V6 3.0 Gasolina. • Y una de las ultimas cosas en las que ciertamente casi todos los vehículos Diésel Europeos pierden, es en el que los motores Diésel europeos no tienen la misma resistencia y durabilidad para afrontar esos problemas de malos combustibles como si los tienen los vehículos Diesel Toyota o Isuzu, los cuales tienen motores de las mismas eficiencias, etc, pero que son simplemente indestructibles por decirlo de una manera jocosa.

@jprules81

4 жыл бұрын

Muy cierto, es demasiado costoso el mantenimiento de un motor diesel.

@cristianhuaman6647

Жыл бұрын

pero el bwm y mercedez no creo que lo iguale en duravilidad y seguridad a lexus y a toyota creo que mercedez y bwm es solo lujo pero no sirve para el maltrato como toyota o lexus ademas se malogran muy pronto las marcas europeas en cambio lexus y toyota nunca paras en mecanicos y te dura toda la vida sin problemas .... es cierto no ? gracias ...

Toyota is not the only Manufacturer...Peugeot has a Hybrid all-wheel-drive crossover. a Diesel-Hybrid all-wheel-drive crossover actually.

They don't have to compete directly, thats the beauty of a mashup. They pit 2 vehicles that don't compete against each other, just for sh#ts and giggles.

Which one would you recommend to pull a horse trailer with 2 horses in it.....5000 pounds?

3 Doritos later and this Lexus its still Running, the MB juh?

@mislead1070

3 жыл бұрын

The Merc Would be still running too if owner maintains it properly!!!

GX is a Land Cruiser 120 Series. But I do agree mostly; it's not what we typically call a "Land Cruiser"

Honestly for the Mercedes I wouldn't touch it new. Let someone else fix all the problems that are going to come. Then the quality isn't that good. The CUV is built in Alabama. Now if it was a G wagon which is hand built in Austria then it would be a different story. I would risk and try a new one just because the resale value on the G wagon is great. The money to maintain it will be well worth it. I can't put the same money in a GL350 at all. A 2002 G500 still sells used for around 21-28K which is phenomenal for keeping a vehicle for a long while. For the same price the 2009 model will fall in the the same category which isn't good. And those vehicles are not cheap off the lot either. Its not worth keeping it too long at all. The lexus holds its value pretty well. The quality of the vehicle is good. I do say toyota tends to tune down their engines and in the suvs the redline is set low by the computer (between 5k to 5.9k rpm). Its ok just because their engines are pretty much are bulletproof when it comes to any problems. Getting 300k miles by just doing basic maintenance is a cake walk for the lexus. In a mercedes thats a different story.

@galtism1519

9 жыл бұрын

+gasolara2002 Still trying to figure out if you are a boy or girl???

@gasolara2002

9 жыл бұрын

Really?!?! Well G.A. are my initials. Solara was the car i was driving at the time i created the account and 2002 was the year. I am a guy. LMFAO

4:00 well you cant get the land cruiser prado in the us which is what the gx is based on

It's not, it is based on the toyota Prado, which is not sold in the US

Having driven on safari in Land cruisers (petrol) as well as Land Rover Defenders (diesel), I have always preferred the naturally aspirated engine to the turbo diesel that (strangely opposed to teh other) needs to be reved for for power.

The Toyota Land Cruiser and the Lexus LX are based off of each other they share the same body, frame, and V8's the only differences between the two are its exterior styling and its interiors but in general they are twins.

Why doesn't the Lexus have the roll down rear window like the 4Runner?

GX460 is based in Land Cruiser Prado (150) and GX570 in LC 200.

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Prado is v6 and gx460 is v8 engine

I bet now this very GL350 is sitting in a junk yard lol

If Toyota were to bring their bulletproof diesel here- That GX would be in my garage shortly thereafter! (throw it in the land cruiser as well!)

Please do a Mercedes Benz GL VS Audi Q7 please?

And what kind of vehicle is reliable then?

Does the GL have a 2-speed transfer case (HI and LO gears)? The Lexus does. Too bad the guy reviewing the Lexus needs some education on the difference between a Land Cruiser Prado (Light duty 120 and 150-series : comparable to a 4Runner) and a proper Land Cruiser (100 and 200-series: the heavy duty Land Cruiser)

No Mercedes made the the most reliable and most well known 6x6 and 8x8 trucks in the world from oil to military. What has toyoda done? Glorified pickup trucks? I think i'll stick with what ACTUALLY DOES work.

Roman clearly doesn't like Toyota, he never says anything good about them. I believe reviewing cars should be unbiased.

Fair enough, although hydrogen refilling stations and a basic infrastructure have already been established since 2008, so the step won't be as big as it seems. And if it's more explosive, then technically it can be used for more power in a standard combustion engine, outputting much more power than an electric equivalent. Eventually, we'll find ways to make the process cheaper, and by that time the battery could become phased out. I mean, it's already not as effective as gas engines...

Now if an automaker made a proper diesel/electric offroader... with powerful torque-rich electric motors, you could have an amazing rock crawler. That is: if they can keep the weight manageable.

Mercedes is the king. The Lexus looks like its 6 or 7 years old already

Should compare the LX vs GL450