Gx 460 ?

[Soupbean]

Anyone consider replacing 4Runner with a Lexus GX 460, or have any experience with this vehicle ?
Got rid of my 2000 Tundra about a year and a half ago after fifteen years of loyal service. This was of course the first gen Tundra with the original iteration of the 4.7 V8 and four speed automatic. Had a custom stainless exhaust and a TRD drop-in air filter, actually ran pretty freaking good. Could smoke 5.4 F-150's & 5.3 Silverado's all day long.
For the most part, like the 4Runner a lot and how it's equipped. The motor is ok and actually runs pretty good . The only thing I really miss from the Tundra is the V8. Have been looking around a bit at slightly used low mile GX 460's. Don't really like the '14 and newer design with that hideous front end, so looking at '13's . Still has the newest gen 4.6 V8 with six speed auto.
Just researching and looking around for now, will probably hold off till some information on the 6th gen Runner comes out. Even if equipped with the Tacoma 3.5, hopefully will have a power increase and-or a seven or eight speed automatic. Heck our 4.0's with a updated transmission would make a world of difference.

 

[Simpleman74]

I did until I saw the price tag. V8 was nice but not worth the extra $30k

 

[Jhalko]

Agreed it is a lot of money for that V8, when you compare a Limited and the GX next to each other it's hard to find that value difference. If you need to tow probably easier to justify.

 

[tm965]

Agreed it is a lot of money for that V8, when you compare a Limited and the GX next to each other it's hard to find that value difference. If you need to tow probably easier to justify.

This is exact conclusion i came to when cross shopping the two. The minimum $10k price difference wasnt worth the extra 2 cylinders and cog. Not to mention that the GX backdoor and third row seat arrangement is borderline full retard.

 

[philsey]

Agreed it is a lot of money for that V8, when you compare a Limited and the GX next to each other it's hard to find that value difference. If you need to tow probably easier to justify.

Ppl who choose to drive a GX vs the LE are far more interested in image than value.

 

[blakjack23]

Used GX460's aren't that much of a difference compared to a Limited T4R. There is a 14' (I know you said 13') with 35k for $37k right now in my neck of the woods. I've debated trading in mine for a GX. I'd like the V8, but I'd miss the 4R back door and window. I also think the 4R looks better....as they say, first world problems.

 

[Jetboy]

Where I'm at I can trade in my '15 TEP with 25k miles for a 12ish GX with 70k miles and get a check back for $10k. I've considered it. For me - I don't like the awd transfer case. I don't like the interior behind the front seats - specifically I do not like how the seats fold because they leave a lot less room for cargo than a 4runner. I don't like the mpg. I don't like losing my rear locking diff. And I don't like the weight.

I do like the v8/6spd. I do like the front seats and dash layout a bit better. I like the extra head room. And personally I really like the exterior styling of the current Prado 150 - which would be easy enough to swap the bumper cover, grill, and headlights.

Overall I have not found it worth the trade for me. Too many negatives to make up for the benefits. I'd probably just jump to a LC200.

If/when gas spikes up to $4/gal again you won't be able to give a GX460 away.

 

[JohnJerk]

I have a 16 GX and it is something like a $20k premium over the limited. Here's what the GX gives for that delta:

V8 (much improved over 4Runner; a must if you tow)
6 speed (much improved over 4Runner)
Rear air suspension (level towing and increase clearance when needed)
Ride adjustment (makes it corner with confidence at fast highway speed in ways no 4Runner does and can be softened for around town)
Electric third row
Heated second row
Running boards (good for some bad for others)
Hydrophobic windshield
Auto wipers
Cross traffic alert
LED front and rear
Heated steering wheel
Head light wash
Big nav screen
Real wood interior
Quiet ride
Heavier doors
Thicker sheet metal on doors and hood
60k bumper to bumper warranty
Lexus remote (start from your phone; lock from phone, much more)

If you like those things then GX, if not 4Runner and save some coin. For me, it is GX without question.

 

[Pkniland]

If I was going to swap out my 4runner it would probably be for a 100 series land cruiser or the GX470. Both have the 4.7, which, imho, is one of the best gasoline engines ever produced. I see 100 series selling with 300k-400k miles. It seems like 100/470 have hit that sweet spot for price/miles. For me the 460 and 200 series haven't come down enough.

 

[(none)]

All depends on what your plans are with it. I looked at the GX470s and 460s before I purchased my 4runner.

The GXs look better (until the most recent iteration), as mentioned the V8 is more powerful, and the interiors are really nice.

BUT, the V8 will never get any where near the 4unner in fuel economy, very little aftermarket support in comparison (thankfully the suspension is very similar), not a huge fan of the swinging rear door, I have no need for 3rd row seats, not a fan of how the body cladding ages, and there is no factory rear locker available. The GX also weighs around 600lbs more than an already bloated 4runner.

Everyone talks about the 6 speed trans, all it does is add a 2nd overdrive. The first 5 gears are all the same. The GX does have a 3.9 vs a 3.73 diff ratio, which will slightly help the take off, but in top gear the 5speed is within a 100 or so RPMs.

 

[philsey]

Does the V8 require premium?

 

[Gecko]

Does the V8 require premium?

No.

My personal opinion: While the GX does have a power advantage over the 4Runner (31hp/47lb-ft of torque), it also weighs 400lbs more. Because of this, I haven't really found the GX's V8 to be a significant jump in performance over the 4Runner (if you're comparing Limited 4x4 4Runner).

GX's V8/6AT are very smooth, and I'm sure that combo is better for towing, but day-to-day on the road, I don't really see a big difference in things like acceleration.

 

[(none)]

Does the V8 require premium?

No.

My personal opinion: While the GX does have a power advantage over the 4Runner (31hp/47lb-ft of torque), it also weighs 400lbs more. Because of this, I haven't really found the GX's V8 to be a significant jump in performance over the 4Runner (if you're comparing Limited 4x4 4Runner).

GX's V8/6AT are very smooth, and I'm sure that combo is better for towing, but day-to-day on the road, I don't really see a big difference in things like acceleration.

According to Lexus, 91 octane is recommended.

 

[tm965]

No.

My personal opinion: While the GX does have a power advantage over the 4Runner (31hp/47lb-ft of torque), it also weighs 400lbs more. Because of this, I haven't really found the GX's V8 to be a significant jump in performance over the 4Runner (if you're comparing Limited 4x4 4Runner).

GX's V8/6AT are very smooth, and I'm sure that combo is better for towing, but day-to-day on the road, I don't really see a big difference in things like acceleration.

i noticed a bit of dif right off the line due to the gx's low-end torque, but once the runner is in its powerband it isnt all that different.

 

[Gecko]

According to Lexus, 91 octane is recommended.

The same way that they recommended 91 octane in the exact same 2GR-FE engine in the ES and RX as was in the Camry and others.

The 4.6L V8 is the same basic unit that's in the Tundra and as far as I know, Lexus folks have been running regular in GX 460s with no problems. We have a 2011, it's been filled with regular over 65k miles and we've never had a problem.

 

[JSparky]

I woulda taken one in a heartbeat save for two issues: lack of aftermarket support in the states for bumpers/sliders and no option options in terms of getting one without a third row.

 

[Ron4RNevada]

I've been running regular in my 2001 V6 Camry for the past 131,000 miles.
No problem.

 

[HOJeepster]

No.

My personal opinion: While the GX does have a power advantage over the 4Runner (31hp/47lb-ft of torque), it also weighs 400lbs more. Because of this, I haven't really found the GX's V8 to be a significant jump in performance over the 4Runner (if you're comparing Limited 4x4 4Runner).

GX's V8/6AT are very smooth, and I'm sure that combo is better for towing, but day-to-day on the road, I don't really see a big difference in things like acceleration.

Haven drive both the V8 4runner and V8 GX, even though its the same 4.7, the Lexus V8 is much smoother and delivers the power better.

 

[SLC Punk]

I have both, bought the 4Runner first. The wife would always "swap me cars" leaving me with our old '12 Camry Hybrid. We looked at the Tahoe and MDX. Ended up with the GX due to the ride, power, reliability, and comfort.

Personally, i prefer to drive my 4Runner over the GX on a daily basis. But prefer to use the GX to pull my car & trailer (~5,500 lbs total) to races and for long drives.

 

[Jetboy]

i noticed a bit of dif right off the line due to the gx's low-end torque, but once the runner is in its powerband it isnt all that different.

Performance is nearly identical. The GX weight increase sapps the power difference. It's within 0.1 seconds 0-60 IIRC. They feel a lot different to me though.