Used 2007 Lexus GX 470 Consumer Reviews
Used GX 470 for sale
Solid, powerful and reliable. Great luxury SUV
active_dad, 07/29/2013
updated 08/01/2016
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
We owned a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee for 6 years before this, which was a solid and powerful SUV, but this GX is several rungs up the quality ladder. Ample, smooth power, VERY comfortable and quiet even at freeway speeds. Rock solid in the snow and rain and very reliable. 3rd row seats are handy, and easy to fold up or remove. Anyone who says it's difficult is mechanically inept. Literally takes < 1 min. Side swinging rear door is great in some situations, not so great in others. I personally like it, and the locking hinge open, feature is helpful. Not the best mileage at 14-15 mi. combined avg per gallon (much better on freeway), but it is a fairly large, heavy, luxury SUV with a V8, so actually not too bad. Handles great for its size, and the driving modes and right height adjustments really help for specific driving and road types. Only thing we've had to address in the 50K+ miles we've driven it was a new alternator. Was approx. $750 to replace, with parts& labor.
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2007 Lexus GX 470
Kenny Brooks, 11/13/2006
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
This is the greatest vehicle I've ever purchased. Fun to drive, and rides like a dream. We test drove 14 other SUVs before our purchase of the Lexus. We are thinking about purchasing another GX 470 and replacing our 2004 Jaguar XJ8.
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Power, Comfort, & Reliability. GX470 FTW!
Lexus Believer, 01/31/2016
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
After we had our second child, we were looking to replace our '04 Jeep Grand Cherokee with something a bit larger, and higher end. With two kids, two large dogs, and the needed ability to tow and secure a motorcycle carrier to the tow hitch, the choices were limited. I researched several SUVs in this class, but all reviews and stats kept leading me back to the GX. I started looking for certified pre-owned GXs with low mileage, and there weren't many. I took that as a sign that these vehicles were sought after and kept. I finally found an immaculate '07 with only 25K miles on it. After we drove it, we realized why everyone gushes over their Lexus cars and suvs. It drives much smaller than it is, and it's really comfortable and very quiet. The power is awesome, especially off the line and charging uphill. It tows easily and has a tongue weight of 650+ lbs to handle my moto carrying needs. Interior storage space is more than ample. The 3rd row is handy when you need it, and easy to remove when you don't. Other than the 16mpg avg, I really have no complaints. We have taken our GX in the snow, mud, on icy roads, and everywhere in between, and it handles it all without flinching. I am thoroughly impressed, and would definitely recommend it. PROS: Powerful motor, smooth, quiet ride, car-like handling, comfortable seats, reliable, and go anywhere AWD CONS: Avg 16MPG, and the navigation is crap. (But, who uses the car nav with smartphones anyway?)
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Arno Huang, 06/09/2016
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
A Lexus mechanic checked out my car prior to purchase. Beware there are some trouble spots, but overall they are one of the most reliable vehicles you can buy. If you are a Lexus owner, you have access to all Lexus service records online (including records prior to your ownership). This is a great resource. We traded a RX330 for the GX, the GX has a much nicer interior and the build quality is amazing. Very pleased with the vehicle.
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Thedon3, 11/22/2006
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd GX. This SUV gives the driver great command of the road, with all the bells and whistles. The GX drives very smooth, brakes are great as well as all the safety features.
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NJC, 04/07/2010
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I previously wrote of my frustrations with this SUV re: its quirks and lack of modern features. However, I live in the Midwest and we were hit with a torrential winter in 2010. I had no idea how awesomely this vehicle would perform in the snow and ice. It's unshakable. I felt very confident driving in ice and snow that left other trucks and SUVs in the snow bank. Unbelievably good traction.
Best vehicle I've ever owned.
Greg, 04/26/2022
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Best vehicle I've ever owned. This is what you read most often when going through the reviews for this SUV. And it's true. I owned two of them - 2006 model few years ago, and owning 2007 model at the moment. Replaced 2006 with a much newer Toyota, but within less than a year switched back to 2007 GX. Although been an older SUV and may be lacking some modern features, its comfort, smoothnesses and build quality are still unmatched. At some point owning GX470 may even become boring: it doesn’t break, its so comfortable and quiet, that you start taking it for granted. But driving something else, even for a short period of time (like leased car during business trip or vacation), and then coming back to your GX, quickly reminds why you love it so much. The only con may be the gas milage, but thats the trade off for smoothnesses and power of V8. So yeah - best vehicle I've ever owned so far...
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Very Versatile SUV
L J , 01/07/2010
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Traded in an RX for an SUV with more room, comfort and performance. So far, this truck has not disappointed. Great looking without being flashy, lots of room for large items, very comfortable on long trips and can get up and go if you hit the gas on the freeway.
Why spend so much money
Real owner, 01/14/2007
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I have bought new Cadillac Escalades, a new one every year starting in 02 . I live in the mountains of New Mexico and am not in good health so reliability and comfort are top of the list . I had never even consided a Lexus . Drove the GX 470 and that was all it took, I traded my 06 Cad. I am very hard to please and I am truly happy with this car. You feel safe in snow, mud and on the highway. Value, check on the new price then look at a used one . Lexus holds its value. The heating and cooling are just right. This is a 4x4 built for comfort and 20 mpg is great when you consider what American 4x4's get.
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pkt0084, 02/21/2008
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Purchased it new in May 2007 with 4 miles on it (now has 4300+ miles). Traded in our Mercedes ML430 which was purchased new in June 1999. I drive my daughter everywhere in the Lexus & as a mom here are my 'annoyances': uncomfortable arm rest, not enough/poor center compartment design, unreachable CD-changer in glove compartment, shallow/poor location of front cup holder, inaccessible cup holders for rear seats when baby car seat is used in the center, rear seat A/C but not heat, swing open tailgate vs. lift-up, can only power on sound (not video) from front console for entertainment system - must use remote control to power on. No issues with technical & mechanical aspects whatsoever!