Used 2015 Lexus GX 460 Luxury for sale 

The 2015 Lexus GX 460 is available in three different trims, namely Base, Premium, and Luxury. All the variants are equipped with the same engine- a 4.6L V8 that produces 301 hp and 329 pound-feet of torque. The base variant is available for $49,485. It is itself pretty well equipped with features like 18-inch alloy wheels, automatic LED headlights, sunroof, rear privacy glass, dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-way power front seats with two-way power lumbar cruise control, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, a rearview camera, and so on.

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There is not much to be confused over because Lexus only offers three trim levels. Even then, the base trim is quite a bargain at $49,485 even though that is a big amount for many. Opting for higher trim levels gives you features like leather upholstery, wood trim, and air suspension, which might not exactly be what most people want. For this reason, most buyers would feel happy with the base trim itself, and since there is no powertrain change across the lineup, we feel that the base makes the most amount of sense.

There is only one engine offered with the Lexus GX 460, and that is the 4.6L V8 that produces 301 hp at 5,500 RPM and 329 pound-feet of torque at 3,500 RPM. This is a very powerful engine and is enough to lead the driver to exercise their wild side every once in a while.

This engine is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission and a full-time four-wheel-drive system that also comes with a low-speed transfer case. This enables the car to be as capable off-road as it is on-road and switches between the two tasks seamlessly.

All the SUVs are powered by six or eight-cylinder engines that provide very decent performance. However, it is the Audi Q7 and the Land Rover Discovery that have the best performance credentials of the lot. When you look at the acceleration, the Lexus is the slowest car and by a very clear margin. The Audi, on the other hand, absolutely blazes the track during its acceleration run, running a quarter-mile in just 13.9 seconds.

Traditionally, V8-engined SUVs are not even considered for fuel-efficiency tests because they are bound to get very bad scores. The Lexus has the V8, whereas its competitors have six-cylinder engines that can be tuned for efficiency because they are turbocharged as well. The Lexus, with its naturally aspirated V-8, turns 15 MPG in the city, 18 MPG on the highway, and 16 MPG in the combined cycle. It however compensates in terms of the range due to its rather large fuel tank capacity of 23 gallons, resulting in 345 miles of city range and 414 miles on the highway.

In comparison, the Land Rover and the Lexus fall back in terms of fuel efficiency. The Audi’s engine is a wonder because it produces the most amount of power while returning the best fuel efficiency figures. It still strikes the best compromise of the lot because the rivals have lesser performance and lesser fuel efficiency as well. The BMW is not far behind and compensates for the small deficit in terms of fuel efficiency against the Audi by providing a much larger fuel tank.

The cabin of the Lexus has surfaces that are designed in very traditional standards. However, even back then, it was designed so well that it still holds up to the standards of today.

The material quality can be observed to be noticeably great, especially in higher trims where you get genuine wood inserts. The soft leather of the luxury trim is also noticeably excellent. There is a slight shortage of storage space but interior space itself is plenty.

In comparison, third-row seating is a big boon that is offered only in the Lexus and the Audi Q7. Others use this space for cargo, but the fact that the Lexus can double up and do the same establishes its credentials as the most practical car of the class. The Audi Q7 has the lowest cargo space at 37.5 3 ft.³ of storage with its third row of seats folded. Some of the interior features include:

• Sunroof
• Rear privacy glass
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Premium upholstery
• Driver memory settings
• Sliding and reclining second-row seats
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror

Infotainment unit

The infotainment unit in the Lexus GX 460 is an 8-inch touchscreen interface that comes with a nine-speaker sound system that includes the CD player, Siri eyes-free, satellite radio, two USB ports, and an iPod interface.

Few standout infotainment features available with the pickup are-

• Bluetooth
• USB connection
• AM/FM Stereo
• 9-speaker sound system
• Smartphone connectivity
• 8-inch touchscreen system with navigation

The exterior design of the Lexus GX 460 is very much similar to the one you find in the Toyota Land Cruiser. It comes as no surprise then that these both are the same cars, just in two different levels of luxury.

The design has proportions of a traditional SUV, one that is a rugged and faithful companion for all adventures. It is also a body-on-frame construction and proves to be very reliable in the long run as well.

The Lexus GX 460 is the heaviest vehicle when compared to all other cars in its class at 5,130 pounds, whereas the BMW X5 stands lightest with a curb weight of 4,680 lbs. It is dimensionally inferior in every aspect except height when you compare it with the competitors. However, despite its lower ground clearance, it is the best car to be taken off-road in this class. Some standout exterior features include:

• Quad tip exhaust
• All-terrain tires
• 18-inch rims
• Body-colored bumpers
• Front license plate bracket

Even though the Lexus GX 460 has not undergone the NHTSA or the IIHS crash tests, it cannot be dismissed as an unsafe car. Standard safety features on the 2015 Lexus GX 460 include antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, front and rear airbags, side curtain airbags that cover all three rows, Lexus safety connect emergency communications with automatic collision notification, optional front and rear parking sensors, and so on. Some standout safety features include-

• Lexus safety connect emergency communication
• Automatic collision notification
• Stolen vehicle locator
• Emergency assist
• Optional blind-spot monitoring
• Optional rear cross-traffic alert
• Optional front tell collision warning and preparation system
• Optional Lane departure warning
• Full-length side curtain airbags
• Traction control

The2015 Lexus GX 460 banks on the same tried and tested formula that we have known for several decades now. It is a traditional SUV and makes its claims boldly and with pride in a world filled with crossovers. It is a car that has full-time four-wheel drive and a beefy V8 engine, along with comfortable interiors and excellent safety features. It does most activities without breaking a sweat and is a very desirable SUV in the segment.