The 2018 Lexus GX 460 is a luxury SUV that is built around the driver and is fitted with exceptional performance attributes to make the ride comfortable. The SUV is designed with an ambition to turn the heads wherever it goes and has an iconic ground clearance that makes it perfect to suit any kind of road. It is all in all a powerful package that houses a powerful engine and advanced technologies.

The 2018 Lexus GX 460 exudes beauty and refinement from each and every angle and leaves a long-lasting impression wherever it goes. In the interior of the SUV is ergonomically designed to make the ride comfortable regardless of the road conditions.

Here is a comprehensive review of the SUV with a closer look at its exterior, interior, performance attributes, technologies, safety features and more.

Design of 2018 Lexus GX 460

Designed with an ambition to attract the SUV enthusiasts, the 2018 Lexus GX is a beautiful vehicle that looks attractive from every angle. It has an attractive exterior that demands a second look from SUV buyers and a spacious interior that perfectly accommodate the passengers.

Design of 2018 Lexus GX 460

Exterior

The 2018 Lexus GX 460 is a luxury full-size SUV and has an aerodynamic exterior  to improve the efficiency of the vehicle by reducing the air drag. With the help of the integrated air vents in the front bumper and a single-frame grille with horizontal bar, the front fascia of the SUV looks attractive and aggressive.

It has roof rails that give it a perfect SUV shape and are used to carry extra luggage on adventurous trips. The available heated and power side mirrors efficiently improve the visibility of approaching vehicles in bad weather conditions. A deep solar tinted glass is used in the windows and windshields that make the exterior look more appealing. It has color-keyed durable anti-slip running boards that help the passengers getting the cabin with ease.

Exterior of 2018 Lexus GX 460

The 2018 Lexus GX 460 features a rear spoiler and an integrated wiper that improve the visibility through rear window. It has LED break lights and rear fog lamps that make the rear side look beautiful and attractive. The SUV features fully automatic LED headlamps that improve the visibility of the road according to its changing conditions. It also has LED daytime running lamps and front LED fog lamps that improves the visibility of the SUV for other commuters.

It has standard 18-inch alloy wheels that provide the SUV a strong grip on the road for a smooth and efficient ride.

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Interior

The interior of 2018 Lexus GX 460 is ergonomically designed with fine materials and is a true example of craftsmanship. The interior of the SUV emanates beauty from every angle and the driver and passengers can feel seating in a comfortable compartment. The cabin offers ample headroom and legroom for the rear passengers who can comfortably enjoy the ride. It has a leather trimmed cabin that makes it look sophisticated from every angle.

Interior of 2018 Lexus GX 460

The designers at Lexus have exquisitely combined the craftsmanship with exceptional comfort so that the passengers can enjoy every moment of the ride. It has a wood and leather trimmed steering wheel that is mounted with driver’s assistance controls so the driver can control different functions of the SUV without taking his eyes off the road. For the additional comfort of the driver, the steering wheel features heated technology that continuously monitors and adjust its heating levels as set by the driver.

Interior of the 2018 Lexus GX 460

A three-zone automatic climate control with interior air filter, smog sensor, and automatic recirculation is fitted in the cabin of the SUV that allows the passengers to set the cabin’s temperature regardless of the weather conditions. It has heated and ventilated front seats with three settings that enable the driver and front passenger to set their desired seating temperatures. The interior of GX 460 features a hand-selected leather trimmed shift knob that enhances the comfort level of the driver.

The cabin of 2018 Lexus GX 460 features three-row seats that provide seating up to 7 passengers. The driver and front passenger can enjoy 10-way power adjustable seats and for added comfort, both of these seats have a height-adjustable headrest. It has a Lexus Memory System in the cabin that allows the driver to set multiple adjustments of the seat and recall them whenever required. Moreover, this system also keeps the position of outside mirrors and steering-wheel intact as long as the driver changes them.

It has NuLuxe seating material that offers more than just good looks and makes the seats comfortable. The 2018 Lexus GX 460 is a full-size luxury SUV that offers ample space so the passengers can carry the required luggage during the ride. It offers 60/40 split of second-row seats and 50/50 split of third-row seats so that the passengers can take as much luggage as they want.

Cargo Space of 2018 Lexus GX 460

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Performance Attributes

The 2018 Lexus GX 460 is fitted with exceptional performance attributes to make any kind of road comfortable. The SUV has Independent Double-wishbone with coil springs suspension, gas-pressurized shock absorbers, and stabilizer bar front suspension that improves the vehicle’s stability on the road. It has four-link with coil spring, gas pressurized shock absorbers, and stabilizer bar rear suspension that enhances the vehicle’s ability on curvy edges.

Performance Attributes

It is a four-wheel drive SUV with a Six-speed sequential-shift automatic Electronically Controlled transmission. The SUV has an intelligent Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System that is designed to adjust the suspension system according to the changing road conditions. This system helps in improving the off-road capabilities of the SUV by automatically fixing the front and rear stabilizer bars.

The 2018 Lexus GX 460 comes with a 4.6-litre V8 engine that is capable of producing 301 horsepower and a torque of 329 lb-ft. With this engine, the SUV can go from 0-60mph in 7.8 seconds at a top speed of 110mph. The engine provides a fuel efficiency of 15mpg in the city, 18mpg on the highway, and 16mpg combined.

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Technologies

The 2018 Lexus GX 460 is fitted with advanced technologies to assist the driver and passengers during the ride. It has a number of technologies that come as standard and also optional, which the customers can select while buying the vehicle.

Technologies

It has following technological features:

  • Lexus Enform Service Connect
  • Lexus Enform Destination Assist
  • Lexus Premium Audio System
  • Smart Access
  • Voice Command
  • Lexus Enform App Suite
  • Bluetooth
  • Subscription-free Weather and Traffic Alert
  • Fuel Guide
  • Navigation System
  • Lexus Enform Remote
  • SiriusXM Satellite Radio

However, following are the optional technological features:

  • Dual-screen Rear-seat Entertainment System
  • Mar Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System
  • Wide-view Front and Side Monitor System

Safety Features

The safety of the passengers has never been compromised by Lexus and the new GX 460 is equipped with modern safety features that make it an ideal safe vehicle to drive.

Safety Features

It has following safety features:

  • Active Traction Control
  • 10-airbag System
  • Lexus Enform Safety Connect
  • Active Front Headrests
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Brake Assist
  • Anti-lock Braking System
  • Headlamp Washer
  • Blind Spot Monitoring
  • Rear Cross-traffic Alert
  • Rain Sensing Wipers
  • Trailer Sway Control
  • Intuitive Parking Assist
  • Smart Stop Technology
  • Backup Camera
  • Tire Pressure Monitor System
  • Downhill Assist Control
  • Hill Assist Control

It also has following optional safety features:

  • Intelligent High-beam Headlamps
  • Headlamp Washers
  • Lane Departure Alert
  • Pre-collision System
  • Cruise Control
  • Crawl Control

Price and Availability in the UAE

Lexus has introduced three models of GX 460 in the USA that are available at following starting prices, GX 460 for $51,855, GX 460 Premium for $56,300, and GX 460 Luxury for $63,230. However, the company has so far not announced the date of its arrival in the UAE.

Price and Availability in the UAE

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