2018 Lexus GX 460

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Rating6.6

Ranked #18 in 

Midsize SUV
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$52,155 - $63,530
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Top-notch ride quality on untoward surfaces

Compromised third row and cargo space

2018 Lexus GX 460 remains largely unchanged

Ergonomic setup and user-friendly system

Impractical and uncomfortable seats

Good all-around outward visibility

Poor mileage

Specs & Features

$52,155

price

301 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

4.6L 8cyl 4WD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The Lexus GX 460 was set out to be the better of the GX family, and it had stronger performance, better mileage, and more features all cramped into a midsize SUV. It was not the best out there, yet it beat many other competing SUVs and certainly was a welcoming change to the old formula of the Lexus GX 470.

Fast forward to the present and the 2018 Lexus GX 460 is a mediocre, at best, midsize option in the US SUV market. Yes, it has a good reliability rating and is a beast of an offroader, but it is said to lack practicality in terms of comfort and spacing inside the cabin. While its performance is decent per segment standards, the fuel efficiency takes a toll. The 2018 Lexus GX 460 price starts at around $52, 155, and in its class, the SUV competes with the likes of the Land Rover Discovery, the Audi Q7, and the BMW X5.

Buying Advice

One of the few things that the 2018 Lexus GX 460 has is its unmatched offroading. Unfortunately, that is a feature that is not useful for most drivers in the US market. People look for luxury, class, and features that make their life easy and the current Lexus GX 460 falls short on all that front. While it does sport an ergonomic setup and resonates with luxury, its closest rivals offer a similar experience without having to pay a considerably higher price.

Trims

    Base
    $52,155 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • 50-50 split-bench 3rd row seats
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Nuluxe interior trim
    Premium
    $52,155 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl 4WD 6A
    • Horsepower: 301 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 16 mpg
    Luxury
    $63,530 onwards
    • 18-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,155- $63,530

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

6.56

Horsepower

301 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

329 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$44,200- $58,650

Gasoline

7.67

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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Gasoline

7.55

280 hp @ 5200 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$49,900- $65,400

Gasoline

8.23

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

7

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$54,300- $58,500

Gasoline

8.41

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$42,650- $54,500

Gasoline

7.69

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$47,600- $59,250

Gasoline

7.02

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$57,200- $74,050

Gasoline

7.79

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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Gasoline

7.23

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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Gasoline

6.93

310 hp @ 6600 rpm

271 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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2018 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2018 BMW X3

    Ranked #1

    4.7 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    2018 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #2

    5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    5.7 sec14.1 sec142 mph
    5.9 sec14.5 sec126 mph
    2018 BMW X4

    Ranked #5

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph
    2018 BMW X6

    Ranked #5

    6 sec14.8 sec130 mph

    2018 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/545.2 mi.
      2018 BMW X3

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg17.2 gal.378.40/498.80 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.396/522 mi.
      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.413.6/526.4 mi.
      21 mpg28 mpg24 mpg18.1 gal.380.1/506.8 mi.

      2018 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        200.1 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        2018 Audi Q7

        Ranked #2

        199.6 in.77.5 in.68.5 in.8 in.117.9 in.
        199.4 in.78 in.73.4 in.8.9 in.112.2 in.
        196.9 in.74.6 in.67.3 in.8.1 in.109.8 in.
        196.9 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.7.9 in.109.8 in.
        196.2 in.77.7 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.

        2018 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2018 BMW X6

          Ranked #1

          26.6 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          41.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          7.5 cu.ft.117 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.
          15.8 cu.ft.130.4 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.
          20.3 cu.ft.-51 cu.ft.

          2018 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            63.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.53 cu.ft.-
            74.9 cu.ft.20.3 cu.ft.51 cu.ft.-
            14 cu.ft.9.1 cu.ft.45 cu.ft.-
            85.7 cu.ft.41.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.98 ft.
            45.4 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.45.4 cu.ft.-
            63.3 cu.ft.29.7 cu.ft.63.3 cu.ft.-

            2018 Lexus GX 460 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              10330 lbs.1070 lbs.4905 lbs.
              8201 lbs.1841 lbs.4751 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1707 lbs.4488 lbs.
              7000 lbs.1285 lbs.5800 lbs.
              6600 lbs.1631 lbs.4650 lbs.
              2018 BMW X6

              Ranked #6

              6000 lbs.1110 lbs.4585 lbs.

              2018 Lexus GX 460 SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              2

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              8

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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