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Lexus GX 460

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  • GX 460 4WD
    Starts at
    $53,450
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • GX 460 Premium 4WD
    Starts at
    $53,450
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • GX 460 Luxury 4WD
    Starts at
    $64,715
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Mid-size body-on-frame SUV
Seats six or seven in three rows
301-hp V-8 engine standard
Six-speed automatic transmission
Permanent four-wheel drive with Low gear
Adjustable suspension available

The good & the bad

The good

Towing capacity
Simple multimedia system
Better (though small) third row than RX 350L
Power-folding third row available
Drop-down third-row head restraints

The bad

Gas mileage
Trucklike handling
Noisy cabin
Snug third row
Swing gate rather than liftgate
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Expert 2021 Lexus GX 460 review

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What Is the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

The Lexus GX 460 is a three-row mid-size luxury SUV that seats up to seven and slots between the brand’s RX and full-size LX SUVs. A more luxurious counterpart to the Toyota 4Runner, the GX 460 uses a body-on-frame platform and is powered by a standard 301-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 engine that pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive is standard. Competitors include the BMW X5 and Audi Q7. 

What’s New on the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

There are no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2021 Lexus GX 460 Are Most Important?


Standard features include: 

  • LED headlights
  • Power moonroof 
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • Leather interior trim
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power-folding third row
  • Navigation
  • Mark Levinson premium stereo

Should I Buy the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

The Lexus GX 460 is a good buy for shoppers who want the powertrain and durability of a traditional body-on-frame SUV. There are roomier luxury three-row SUVs of this size out there, but they’re of the crossover variety. 

2021 Lexus GX 460 review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

The Lexus GX 460 is a three-row mid-size luxury SUV that seats up to seven and slots between the brand’s RX and full-size LX SUVs. A more luxurious counterpart to the Toyota 4Runner, the GX 460 uses a body-on-frame platform and is powered by a standard 301-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 engine that pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive is standard. Competitors include the BMW X5 and Audi Q7. 

What’s New on the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

There are no significant changes this year. 

What Features in the 2021 Lexus GX 460 Are Most Important?


Standard features include: 

  • LED headlights
  • Power moonroof 
  • Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane departure warning
  • Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

  • Leather interior trim
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Power-folding third row
  • Navigation
  • Mark Levinson premium stereo

Should I Buy the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

The Lexus GX 460 is a good buy for shoppers who want the powertrain and durability of a traditional body-on-frame SUV. There are roomier luxury three-row SUVs of this size out there, but they’re of the crossover variety. 

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4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years
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6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
1 years / 10,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years

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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase.
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2 years / unlimited miles from your certified vehicle date of purchase. Coverage begins after completion of the 4-year / 50,000 new vehicle Basic Warranty.
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Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.3
Performance 4.7
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

  • By LexusRideorDie from Portsmouth NH
    Owns this car
    September 14, 2022

    Obsessed

    Bought a 1 owner GX460 after owning an RX350 for 14 years and 245,000 miles. I LOVED that car. The GX is perfect for my growing family and a little bigger for all of the excess a toddler has in baggage. Will always buy Lexus. Reliability beyond compare!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DrPeggy from Gary, Indiana
    Owns this car
    June 30, 2022

    Captain Seats are a bust

    This is my 4th Lexus 460 GX. It seems smaller and there no point using the 3rd row no leg room. What I don't like especially is that you can view everything in your cargo area between the Captain seats. There's no cargo or tonneau cover to hide the cargo. I bought a piece of carpet to hide what could be seen and it continues to fall down.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Carla from PVE.
    Owns this car
    April 13, 2021

    Love this car

    This is my third GX. I love everything about this car. It drives wonderfully and I love all the extra features it has. This has been my favorite suv.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lexus Happy from Miami
    Owns this car
    April 12, 2021

    Beautiful

    Excellent vehicle. Very spacious and comfortable. I would recommend purchasing this car to go on family trips. The computer system is current and works to make traveling easier.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By George from San Antonio
    Owns this car
    March 16, 2021

    Very smooth car

    The most comfortable car. 2021 model looks the best go came out so far. It is my dream car. Loved it. Recommend anybody who can afford it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Brian from Phoenix, AZ
    Owns this car
    February 14, 2021

    Quality car

    Meet all my needs and will definitely stick to Lexus moving forward. I am happy with my purchase. The GX 460 is a solid vehicle.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By VladS from Dallas, TX
    Owns this car
    February 4, 2021

    Lexus is being penny-wise and pound foolish!

    2021 GX460 Luxury edition no longer has dual auto-dimming mirrors! They had them on the GX460 Premium/Luxury trim ever since their 2010 redesign and even after the 2020 facelift they kept this feature on the Luxury edition...only to be dropped on a 2021! They're saving $100 on a $70k vehicle! Every other Lexus vehicle has them standard or available in a package except for the GX460 now! What's next Lexus??? Manual seats and windows??? Other disappointments are the backup camera that has exact same poor resolution as my old 2008 GX470! 13 years later and Lexus refuses to update the camera resolution! My wife's 2015 RX has a much better camera! Again - total lack of appreciation for the GX drivers. It's like the GX is an after-thought for Lexus. Infotainment system is abysmal - no Apple play, no Android connection, again - these features are now standard not only on other Lexus vehicles but on every new Toyota! Even Mark Levinson stereo is only 330W while the same system on a small IS sedan has same number of speakers but 1800W of power! The new black trim around the console mounted gear shift is of abysmal quality - every touch leaves a print and every connection leaves a mark! Yes the new LED headlights are nice, but why not offer cornering lights as you do on the RX triple-beams? GX is priced at $10k higher in comparable trims! I expected much more from the new 2021 GX, but I could not imagine Lexus cutting corners and doing such cheap stunts as removing a passenger side auto-dimming mirror function - this was the proverbial straw that broke the camel's back - this will be my last Lexus!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Basketball Mom from Burlington, MA
    Owns this car
    November 24, 2020

    Excellent Safety Features

    This car is so comfortable and has the best safety technology. I would have loved it to be a bit wider, and more roomy, as it feels kind of narrow, but it's comfortable all the same.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By William from charlotte
    Owns this car
    November 6, 2020

    First Lexus owner

    I just started driving the vehicle, but I feel the connection already. The sight lines are phenomenal and I feel in a safe place. I have owned two grand Cherokee summits before this car. The price is comparable and that's where the jeep stops keeping up. I look forward to enjoying this vehicle for some time.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 is available in 3 trim levels:

  • GX 460 (1 style)
  • GX 460 Luxury (1 style)
  • GX 460 Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2021 Lexus GX 460?

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 offers up to 15 MPG in city driving and 19 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2021 Lexus GX 460 reliable?

The 2021 Lexus GX 460 has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2021 Lexus GX 460 owners.

Is the 2021 Lexus GX 460 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2021 Lexus GX 460. 88.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 9 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.3
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.9

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