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Another Great SUV
Horsham GX470, 02/07/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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After 4 years of my RX300, I decided to get the GX470. I love it! Silky, strong engine, smooth ride and great comfort! The navigation system is the best I've seen. While I think the GX470 is fantastic, there are a few things Lexus should change: My RX300 has more cubbies/storage places! Seat warmer controls are too out of the way. Trip computer buttons should be on the steering wheel (they have two blank spots) instead of mid-dash where they are inconvenient. Major pet peeve -- the seat belt retractors are typical Lexus -- they don't retract well!
Ok, not what I expected
Doug Reynolds, 05/19/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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I compared the GX with the Volvo XC90 but chose the Lexus due to immediate availability. It drives nice, but I've had vibration issues at highway speeds that the dealer cannot replicate, the flip-up seats rattle, and the transmission slips and hesitates occasionaly. Maybe I should have bought the Volvo...
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My best driving experience ever
rbkencar, 05/27/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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You'd feel comfort, luxury and safety once you get on driver's seat. You sense you're surrounded by a solid, protective shield . . and that you are in for a smooth, powerful yet quiet ride. This was how I felt when I test drove the GX 47. (I rated it better compared to similar test drive with MB ML, 320 and 500). But back to my GX 470. The actual driving experience proved even more exhilirating. I have never felt so cool driving 400 miles each way ever. Why? Driving 70-75 mph was a breeze and accelerating to pass those semis was no sweat. The GX 490 is indeed my best driving experience ever.
Full Family
barrett, 05/30/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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My wife and I decided to trade in our suburban. We looked at several SUV's, including a fully loaded Suburban, but as soon as we drove the GX we knew that it was just a matter of color. This SUV provides as quite and smooth a ride as our Lexus GS sedan. It was much better than the Suburban or Lincoln Navigator. My family of 5 easily fits into the GX with room to spare. So, if you can give up the room of the Suburban, I highly recommend the GX.
First Lexus
Gary Yoshonis, 05/30/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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This is our first Luxury Car. Previously we owned two Expeditions and an Explorer. This time we wanted somethng to take into retirement. I couldnt be happier with the comfort and grace this vehicle gives to us. Not a squeak or rattle (knock on wood) and no recalls or problems with the dealer.
Stuck in Fresno with a GX
Stuck With a GX , 06/03/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Our fully loaded GX was delivered and we Loved it. However we learned of a few flaws that were not traditionally Lexus.( See Improvements) NOISE & VIBRATION at 50+ mph and Fan Clutch noise. I suspect the next year model to address these issues. Problem is NOBODY WILL WANT MY USED GX then. Quite Unhappy
GX470TheUltimateLUV
CharlesBettertown, 05/31/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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After shopping around for months for the ultimate Luxury Utility Vehicle, I came to the conclusion that the new Lexus GX 470 is it for me. I wanted to enjoy the well-known advantages of owning a Lexus including the award- winning customer satisfaction and high resale value but I didn't want just another one of the tens of thousands of RX 300's and the LX 470, while truly exceptional in just about every way, did not seem worth the extra $20,000. Driving down curvy mountain roads near Sedona in the GX 470 was as exciting and thrilling as downhill skiing!
GX 470 in a class of its own
Mrs Sinha, 06/03/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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The lexus GX 470 drives like a dream. It has all the features that you would want with an SUV at the same time feels like a car. Excellent Mark Levinson system. We love the SUV, it fits our family needs. It's a very fun vehicle and we enjoy it very much.
So Far...So Perfect
Brown, 01/07/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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The fuel economy is not great but as good as expected for this type of vehicle. If I wanted better gas mileage I would have bought a 3 cyl. Geo Metro. Power is good but not great. The engine puts out less horsepower but equivalent or better torque than the larger V8s. More power is always better, in my opinion.
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whf, 06/14/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Major problem for me with the GVWR recall which cost me big bucks. I wouldnt put much stock in Lexus claims of customer satisfaction or service if the problem is substantial. Even a small item took a trip to the dealership to resolve. Voice recognition is poor. Basic air and sound controls is cumbersome. Navigation system is easy to use, with very intuitive programming. The premium sound system if excellent. Limited storage for small items. Dealer service failed to reset the service notice button. During a trip an emergency notice come on saying we needed repair service, and should contact the dealer immediately. That was a bit troubling, until
ALL WEATHER
SOBHI, 06/14/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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DID HAVE TO DRIVE THE CAR IN A HEAVY RAIN STORM REABILITY SECOND TO NONE EXCELLENT ROAD HANDLING
2003 Lexus GX-470
Daver, 06/27/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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My new Lexus GX-470 is an amazing automobile to drive and own. It was purchased 1 month ago. I have driven a Lincoln Nav. for the past 4 years as well as a complete test, or comparison of the new Aviator. Although it is not fair to compare the GX-470 to a Nav., I found that in my complete comparison with the Aviator, among other SUV's, driving the Lexus, in all modes, was like riding on air, not to mention the silence inside while in operation. It is extremely difficult to tell if the GX's motor is engaged, as there is no residual noise whatsoever. Although it is an SUV, it rides more like a luxury car. It is an amazing driving experience.
Unhappy with first Lexus
ChazK, 07/01/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Our first Lexus and I'll have to say, I've never been so dissappointed with an automobile. Transmission seems to slip on occassion and it takes bumps a lot harder than I assumed it would. When driving at low speeds up to about 50, it seems to be a little "jerky", for lack of a better term; almost as though it was shifting back and forth between gears. I would difinately test drive one and concentrate on the ride and not get so caught up in the luxurious interior and all of the whistles and bells. The automobile is beautiful inside and out. I just wish the performance matched the beauty. If I were to base Lexus on this GX470; I would never buy another one.
WHAT A SUV SHOULD BE
juliandryan, 07/07/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Researched SUV's for months before deciding to purchase the GX 470. This SUV fills a void in the market for larger SUVs priced below $60K. Outstanding to drive with extremely comfortable ride. Overall, overly pleased with purchase, would highly recommend test driving.
Change of Heart
ckersh, 07/09/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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Well, I wrote a review of my GX470 after only a couple of weeks and I was not very kind in my remarks. We have since driven the car on a couple of long trips as well as city stop and go traffic and I must admit, the car has proven me wrong! I love this vehicle and my wife does even more so. I took it in for routine maintenance and they gave me an RX300 as a loaner. I was so surprised at the difference. It made me even happier that we had chosen the GX470. It wasn't even a close contest. If you buy the GX, drive it a while before passing judgement. The pluses far outweigh the minuses! We're hooked!
Runs Great! Very clean! No accidents.
Dan, 11/23/2024
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
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I'm only the second owner of this vehicle and it has been a great SUV! exterior and interior are still in very good condition. Ride is very smooth. With AWD, it handles great in any weather.
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GX 470: great unless you hold the wheel
Lee Seidler, 07/06/2003
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
The GX 470 is easily the best driving, best handling SUV we have owned. However, there is a vibration in the steering wheel (even noted in the NY Times of 7/6/03. Also loud wind noise drowns out classical music at 60MPH. Interior is great, GPS finds places you could never drive to yourself.
My high dollar suv
Dale, 01/19/2017
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 6 people found this review helpful
Really nice suv but expensive.
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Rip Off at the dealerships
Lexus customer, 12/05/2002
2003 Lexus GX 470 4WD 4dr SUV (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Lexus GX lists for 45,900.00 on the Lexus website and on the vehicle sticker. Edmunds lists the vehicle at 45,500.00. The dealerships just received one demo car fully loaded with all the bells and whistles. However, they are telling people that they Lexus is only going to send fully loaded vehicles to the dealerships. That means, you will have to live with options you don't really want like the $1,200 LexusLink. The service is free for one year and then you can either cancel the service or use it. You will however, be out of $1,200 because that is the cost of the unit. I think I'll go back to the Acura MDX where I do have some options.