2015 Lexus GX 460

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Rating7.0

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Midsize SUV
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$49,485 - $61,115
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

One of the best towing capacities in the segment

Mediocre fuel efficiency

Siri eyes free feature is now standard

Impressive off-road performance

Lethargic handling characteristics

Now additional smartphone app integration is available after getting upgraded from Lexus Enform App Suite

Wide range of standard and optional features

Specs & Features

$49,485

price

301 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

4.6L 8cyl 4WD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Lexus GX 460 is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Land Rover LR4, the Audi Q7, and the BMW X5. Spread across 2 trims, the GX 460 starts off at a base price of MSRP $49,485 and carries on to $61,115. Its 4.6L V8 engine and 6-speed Automatic transmission give the SUV 301 horsepower and 329 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 7.2 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 6,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the GX 460 manages to get a combined EPA rating of 17 MPG, a poor number for the class, giving its rivals an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 8.1 inches.

Buying Advice

If you're planning to buy the 2015 Lexus GX 460 SUV, then your best bet is the Luxury trim level. This trim adds the much-needed air suspension and improves the overall ride quality while also improving the off-roading ability. 

Trims

    Base
    $49,485 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    Luxury
    $61,115 onwards
    • 18-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Leather Seat trim
    • Navigation system
    • Parking assist
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Rear air conditioning with controls

Compare to similar cars

Price

$49,485- $61,115

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.02

Horsepower

301 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$42,565- $57,230

Gasoline

7.95

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

7

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$48,300- $65,400

Gasoline

7.9

280 hp @ 4920 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 2150 rpm

7

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$59,600- $72,900

Gasoline

7.64

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$53,900- $70,100

Gasoline

8.36

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$39,050- $49,305

Gasoline

7.93

288 hp @ 6300 rpm

270 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

7

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$37,605- $51,730

Gasoline

7.42

308 hp @ 6800 rpm

265 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm

5

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$47,740- $67,520

Gasoline

7.21

355 hp @ 5600 rpm

383 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

9

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$63,250- $88,850

Gasoline

7.59

400 hp @ 5800 rpm

413 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$45,850- $47,300

Gasoline

7.83

325 hp @ 7000 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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2015 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.8 sec16.6 sec-
    4.8 sec13.4 sec144 mph
    5.7 sec--
    6.2 sec--
    2015 BMW X6

    Ranked #3

    6.2 sec14.8 sec124 mph
    2015 BMW X5

    Ranked #3

    6.2 sec--

    2015 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg20 mpg17 mpg23 gal.345/460 mi.
      24 mpg31 mpg27 mpg18.5 gal.-
      21 mpg27 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.409.5/526.5 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg19.5 gal.390/546 mi.
      2015 BMW X5

      Ranked #3

      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg22.4 gal.425.6/604.8 mi.
      2015 BMW X6

      Ranked #3

      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg22.4 gal.425.6/604.8 mi.

      2015 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        192.1 in.74.2 in.74.2 in.8.1 in.109.8 in.
        208.3 in.79.9 in.75.8 in.9.2 in.121.1 in.
        205.1 in.79.9 in.77 in.9.9 in.122 in.
        203.9 in.80.5 in.74.4 in.8 in.116 in.
        201.9 in.79 in.70.3 in.7.6 in.118.9 in.
        2015 Audi Q7

        Ranked #5

        200.3 in.78.1 in.68.4 in.8.1 in.118.2 in.

        2015 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          11.6 cu.ft.-64.7 cu.ft.
          18.9 cu.ft.-120.1 cu.ft.
          32.3 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          16.6 cu.ft.-95.1 cu.ft.
          47.2 cu.ft.-89.7 cu.ft.
          27.7 cu.ft.-62.2 cu.ft.

          2015 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            64.7 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.64.7 cu.ft.-
            89.7 cu.ft.47.2 cu.ft.89.7 cu.ft.-
            67.4 cu.ft.30.8 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.-
            80.3 cu.ft.40 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            84.7 cu.ft.27.7 cu.ft.62.2 cu.ft.-
            62 cu.ft.24.8 cu.ft.62 cu.ft.-

            2015 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              6500 lbs.1472 lbs.5128 lbs.
              8500 lbs.1792 lbs.5308 lbs.
              8500 lbs.1664 lbs.5633 lbs.
              8200 lbs.1295 lbs.5765 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1239 lbs.4696 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1777 lbs.4727 lbs.

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