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Used 2008 Lexus GX 470 Consumer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

Almost perfect

Lexus Loyalist, 09/07/2007
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

After 4 RXs, I needed a change. Voila the GX. It is roomy, comfortable, sufficiently powerful, and beautifully finished. Only cars with the 3rd row seat were available, but I would rather skip that expense and get a cargo cover instead. The seats are stored, taking up room in my garage. After owning 10 Lexuses, I am surprised at some of the features missing from this car, e.g. HID swiveling headlamps and in-dash CD player. The RX is a much better equipped model for much less money.

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5 out of 5 stars

Overall Impressed

Suburb Boy, 06/11/2008
2008 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This was the first Lexus we have purchased and traded in an 05 MDX. We have had the car since December of 2007 and have put 10,000 miles on. The ride is superb and the acceleration and handling are just right for a vehicle this size. This is the first car my wife ever said that she liked. We considered the RX, but it was smaller than the MDX we traded, so we went with the GX for the extra space. The build quality is superb and every angle you look exemplifies luxury. The handling in the snow is superb and you feel safe at all times. Was very impressed how well the vehicle handled considering its height. If you're thinking about the GX, its well worth it and you won't be disappointed.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car

AnthonyL88, 10/07/2008
2008 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I was driving a 2006 Acura MDX. I then decided to take a look at Lexus. Well, so far the GX470 drive like a GEM. The ride is very smooth and I really couldn't be happier.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Our piece of crap Lexus

m, 04/25/2008
2008 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 57 people found this review helpful

We bought this car in November before Thanksgiving and I wish we would not have. We compared it between the Tahoe and Escalade and decided to go with the Lexus because of the resale value. What I really hate this car because of the lack of trunk space with the third row folded up and the big bulky 4wd shifter. Most manufactures have put 4wd at the touch of a button and lexus desided to leave it as a shifter to take up half of center console. Because of the positioning of the shifter and 4wd shifter you have to reach around to control the heated seat controls which gets old real quick. The transmision is all so a joke because it has shifted into a higher gear as soon as i begin to lay into it

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2007 Lexus GX 470

CW5JB, 10/01/2006
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Just turn 200 miles. Excellent vehicle, love to drive, handles well and the Gen 5 Nav is outstanding. Great LUV.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great truck

s kim, 05/30/2007
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Never liked SUV until I got into a GX 470. Doesn't feel like I'm in a SUV, more like a flagship Lexus sedan. Enough technology and features to stay updated for a long time.

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5 out of 5 stars

My first Lexus

saurin patel, 06/07/2007
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This is my first Lexus and I love it, superb driving and luxurious.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Nice Move

New GX470 Owner, 07/01/2007
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Just drove my new GX 470 off the lot yesterday. So far, I am loving it! It has plenty of room. Very commanding on the road with the height of the vehicle. Quality fittings. Buy the ones with Nav. Very high quality. This is something I am going to keep for a while, a new one is worth the money.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Traded ours

Jane, 09/15/2007
2007 Lexus GX 470 4dr SUV 4WD (4.7L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 15 people found this review helpful

I have always purchased BMWs, but decided to get a Lexus for a change. I just traded it in and went back to BMWs. The SUV is very well made, but is awful to drive. We actually felt unsafe in ours.

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