In my view there are several considerations:
Yes, hybrid vehicles are the big sellers now and the foreseeable future, but battery technology/chemistry/electronics is rapidly changing. Be honest though, the hybrid revolution is all about manufacturers meeting federal requirements for MPG and...
The Toyota nearly identical twin to the GX550 does not offer a 3rd-row. All variants are hybrid, and the rear floor area is raised. Kudos that the battery is protected, but it may preclude the option of a 3rd row. So, I am really interested to see how Lexus implements the hybrid version. The...
Any guess on the hybrid GX arrival time frame? Lexus has promised a hybrid variant at a later date. The best guess, from viewing a Lexus PR video, is the drivetrain will be as in the Toyota Land Cruiser, the 2.4L Hybrid Max., result in much better fuel economy than the soon to arrive V6.
So, as this excerpt gleaned from the Lexus website seems to indicate, will the longevity of NuLuxe be appreciably less than leather?
"Lexus does sell semi-aniline leather in certain of its cars, but lately has focused on Nuluxe to deal with environmental worries, even if this synthetic lasts...
As we reside many miles from the nearest Lexus dealer, and am coveting the new GX, will it possibly accommodate Over-the-Air firmware/computer updates?
What is the source of the above estimated MPG? The non-hybrid Tundra is rated at 17/22/19, City/Highway/Combined. Will the 2024 GX meet or exceed this? One would think it would come in appreciably lighter than the Tundra at a tad under 5000 lbs, and better economy? Wishful thinking? Of course...
Here is the deal, I REALLY wish to purchase a GX, but we are 275 miles from the closest dealer. Will the warranty, as it appears to state, actually cover towing from that distance? It also appears they may cover a loaner vehicle and lodging for a short period of time? Not that I expect any...
Regarding the thread question, I am thinking possibly the GX will be an easier vehicle to get than the LC? I can see the potential for severe LC backorders. Of course the 5000 Land Cruiser First Editions will precede the "Land Cruiser" and 1958 trims, and most likely be nearly impossible to get...
Hence, no third-row seat option on the Land Cruiser. At least the battery is located where it is not subject to damage when doing serious off-roading, deep water, etc.
If the LC or GX will be a "keeper", i.e. beyond warranty, something to consider may be engine servicing, in particular the turbos. The Tundra had some teething issues in this regard, and it revealed that to access the turbos the entire Tundra cab had to be lifted off the frame. Obviously not a...
I am really anxious to see the options available for the "Land Cruiser" trim. Hopefully there are many, as Lexus has SIX trim levels, and a few options one can add. I am surprised, and not mildly, that a Trailhunter or TRD Pro variant was not announced. As mentioned previously, so as not to...
Sore subject, markup's, our closet dealer saying they would tack $10K on for a First Edition. However, better folks down the road 30 miles, being very proud of no markups. The local dealer has free washes for the life of ownership, but they are not that valuable, and it is a minimal wash to...
I'm guessing the GX Premium will come in 65K, or a tad above. However, it it much better appointed/equipped than the 1954, the latter being a real econobox in my opinion.
Sadly, I am apparently restricted to the Luxury+, as in our early 80's, we need the power running boards. This said, I am grateful it is available. Aftermarket on a Overtrail? Possibly, but prefer OEM stuff. HATE the 22" wheels, but easily replaced.
Clutch life depends nearly entirely on the driver, and obviously your buddy was skilled with the clutch/shifting. As our son has painfully found out, kids driving a manual transmission can be costly. The old days of pulling the transmission/bell housing off and easily replacing the clutch and...
Lexus has indicated the GX 550 will have a 2.4L hybrid version in the near future. With the 2024 Land Cruiser there is no 3rd-row seat, as the battery is placed in that area, raising the floor height several inches. I wonder how the GX 550 will handle this? Of course, the GX Overtrail versions...