The same engine has been in the LS500 since 2018. It's also been a flop in the new tundra where they are suffering from turbo and bearing failures, similar to the LS500. The same transmission has been found to perform poorly in the new LX600 and LC300. People in the LC300 have been experiencing...
Premium is not available in all of AK. Nor is it available in all of YK. But I'd bet it'll run on regular, or whatever is in the tank, just detuned. Modern engine management is able to handle detonation from lower fuel quality.
As far as snow, it's fine. It's not any different than a NA vehicle
Im contemplating selling my 2020 orp and picking up a GX but there are a few things that are holding me back.
However I am not sure if the gx is actually worth the additional ~30k when I already have the 4runner. Maybe if it came with a front locker and the new sway bar disconnect I would feel...
The key is the lamest, cheapest feeling key I've ever had.
As far as the button for keyless entry, no. Those buttons are hideous and feel cheap. The touch sensor work great for other makes. Toyota just has a really hard time with software
I just installed one on my 2020. Have not used it yet but install is a breeze. If you spend extra to get the toyota switch bezel, the wiring harness, and the mounting bracket install will take about 20 minutes.