Worth $84,000?? -- The 2024 Lexus GX 550 Luxury+ is the MOST Luxurious GX Ever!

[@CarConfections]

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[@areliablesource2848]

Could not get to the price for a GX550 Luxury+

[@rayyseason]

I saw a comment saying that you guys should downplay the sound level reading part. I couldn’t disagree more. I solely come here to watch that section and you guys are probably the only ones with a dedicated section on that. So please keep it up!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much! The Sound Level Reader stays with us🫡

[@new2000car]

Yes the comment to downplay the sound level reading came from a competitor no doubt.

[@jaythomasni]

Their sound levels seem to be way off? in late 50s. Most other reviewers get it in 70s. at 50 mph 69/70 db is considered standard.

[@modernsoccer1860]

Great review, getting a honda pilot after watching this 😂. The expensive for me, the 30k difference

[@harriesantony7481]

End of the day it is all about reliability, reasonable luxury, and worst case in difficult circumstances the resale value!!!! This one ticks all boxes for me.

[@MercOne]

I gotta see it in person. Too much Land Rover envy in the design, but I still need to see it. No matter what though, it will sell like hotcakes. While waiting for service one of the salesmen at my dealer said they have 100 people on the list so far. If every dealer has that or more.........BOOM. They have a major hit.

[@mluckynikko77]

I like and appreciate that you do those sound readings. Important to know if you’re going to spend a lot of time in a luxury vehicle.

[@nickabbatiello828]

Great video of the all new 2024 Lexus GX!! Great job guys!! Keep up the great work!!

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! 👍

[@M.NiCE206]

Hits and Misses Hits: -Great looking exterior, especially hood and grill (extra mean!) -Great visibility with the low dashboard and window belt line. -Physical buttons present, rather than capacitive. Large panoramic sunroof -Massage function (possibly worthwhile?). -Drop down running boards are nice. -All the damn speakers! (hopefully create and awesome sound experience) Misses: -Mpg is absolutely terrible and I doubt the hybrid will be a significant improvement. -The addition of rear seats is dumb if it's going to be that uncomfortable to get to or sit in and especially if it means sacrificing 98% of storage space and prevents the middle seats from optional adjustment. -Panoramic sunroof is cool but should retract. -Rear wiper should've been tucked into the top of the window. -The voice assistant seems painfully slow (not shown here). -Considering none of the trims have air suspension I think all models should have the KDSS Suspension system. -Cool box too small to be more useful than extra space. -Massage functionally should be included in the rear row given the coat of the luxury model. -Fake engine noises are always lame. A lot of (mostly small) complaints but if the hybrid version addresses the poor MPG I may actually consider. Any additional fixes would be great but that's my main issue.

[@globyboulga1045]

Finally a nice front-end. Love the look.

[@Eric_4is]

Amazing review as always!! I can’t wait to see one in person been waiting so long . Curious how the overtrial model wheels look in person

[@Marouxlas]

Great review. A few suggestions.1. Consider downplaying the exclusive sound test, others do it as well. As your channel is maturing now your other works speaks for itself. 2. Measure the width distance between the wheels inside the trunk as that typically dictates how wide an item can be. 3. A few key summary graphics/ stats could elevate your reviews. Keep up the good work!

[@user-rw7xd7qy3j]

Yes AND measure the loading height. NO ONE else does this

[@jcarlos9079]

What color is your buga'i?!?

[@rayyseason]

Absolutely disagree on your sound level testing comment. They are probably the only ones who have a dedicated section on that. And sorry if it surprises you but most of the times i fast forward to their Sound Level Reading section only.

[@brandonyen7837]

Why don’t they just build a car that go from home to work and back home with affordable prices ? But every cars now are going up to the roof 😮

[@dinu6692]

It would be nice to add the final thoughts/summary at the end of the video and compare it with other vehicles in the same category.

[@dr3amboy3657]

I love the panoramic roof but the mpg is dismal. When is the Whole Foods and Costco powertrain ala hybrid coming? Will it be the TX plugin hybrid one too? I’m hoping for the plugin as I don’t need the twin turbo v6; good to offer different powertrains for different people. 90% of the use cases will be fine with the TX hybrid engine.

[@thebig12conference73]

I love your review yes the Lexus GX 550 Over trail + is close to $80000 but I don’t care , I want one

[@JS-fb6ul]

Y’all are great on camera. Good video thanks

[@CarConfections]

Thanks for watching!

[@shooter8364]

Yup great vehicle, EXCEPT YOU CANT DIND ONE TO BUY!!!!!!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent review!!!

[@rickyzee8594]

Why would a car company not make something that - is a comfortable ride like a benz - looks like this lexux gx 550 - has panoramic moonroof - fast enough that it can do 0-60 in ~5 seconds (6-cyl engine, with 350-400hp and 400-500 torque) but not porsche fast - nice speaker system (20 speakers) - not a crazy price of ~$100k ideally, it's hybrid without that jolt of shifting between the two powertrains (again like a BMW X50e)

[@MikeeRogers]

That rear wiper is almost a deal breaker for me. What were they thinking by not hiding it under the rear hood spoiler!?

[@timesupgr.8471]

Thinking about replacing my Palisade right now. I’ve tested an infinity and Honda but haven’t found anything that I like more than the Palisade, so I’ll probably get a new one

[@Slimeydodles]

wow great review 😊

[@papagen00]

interesting review. however i will not buy another Lexus product. New Lincoln products look way better.

[@jonathanratliff4780]

Yeah it’s ALL about looks only 🙄😂😂

[@amangeldijumanaliev877]

Does this GX or the TX have a smoother/softer ride quality?

[@CarConfections]

TX, as it’s dedicated for more family purposes

[@dannyo.7119]

Beautiful SUV

[@moneypenny174]

This may be one of my next cars

[@munkydotorg]

Wanted to comment on the ride quality since getting to drive one (well ride in one, wife drove) today. It was a premium without the adaptive suspension. It rode firmer and more truck like than I was expecting. I was okay with that, but my wife complained about that a bit (was probably her biggest nit pick on it). For comparison, I drive a 2023 F150 Platinum Powerboost FX4, which rides a lot smoother and less truck like. So that did surprise me. Would have been nice to drive an Overtrail, wondering if the adaptive suspension + additional sidewall would soften it up a bit. But will say I quite enjoyed it, seemed to have plenty of power, quiet enough to still be a Lexus, interior was muted but solid feeling.

[@MarkR973]

I would want the overtrail with leather seats and back seat AC controls and a power opening panoramic sunroof as an option.. looks cheap inside

[@Ryan2022]

I need to sit in it in person. It doesn’t matter what it looks like on a video.

[@MrDefeater94]

The cool box is a no-brainer if you live in a hot climate. All these Toyota/Nissan SUVs come with a cool box as standard in Dubai and even the GM SUVs offer that as standard

[@randomcarstuff1.0]

nice interior

[@Gordo2347]

So cool y’all are the best people at cars! ❤

[@CarConfections]

Thanks so much!

[@Unknownuser0515]

17mpg is just too bad...i will wait until adaptive suspension or air sus on lower trims + hybrid model

[@johnielnelmidatablang2930]

Hoping to have one of this Lexus GX 550🙏

[@jorgedeaguinaga2632]

I feel the next generation 4runner is going to be similar to this. Just cheaper. And while Lexus is supposed to be the luxury end of toyota, I do feel 84k is overpriced for compared to what the Hyundai 2024 Santa fe did with just 38k. They made it look like a 80-100k luxury car interior. They're getting too comfortable. and for those that say "lexus doesn't depreciate as much" please. Might not much but please do the math. 30% in 5 years. vs 50% with a 38k car would be 25k loss vs 19k loss with the cheaper vehicle. Not considering the MPG. And most people don't even go off road with an 84k car. I'll use my old truck.

[@costaricasurf66]

5 steps just to turn massage on not including adjusting it is excessive.

[@duckdogusa]

What are your thoughts on overall ride quality on paved roads when comparing the OT+ and Luxury? Also, any thoughts on overall value between these two being the same MSRP?

[@darriontunstall3708]

It’s very nice!!!!

[@southbeach09]

Not worth the price tag. The interior literally looks like it's from a $30,000 Toyota SUV.

[@sunchaser999]

Maybe not but the overtrail may be.

[@sfdocster]

Toyota doesn’t have a $30,000 SUV…

[@southbeach09]

@@sunchaser999 The interior is the same on all trims.

[@southbeach09]

RAV4 is a $30k SUV but you have idiots willing to pay $50k for it.

[@althr321]

You hit it out of the park with that air ball comment. That much soft-touch plastic on a luxury+ model with a price tag like that is ridiculous.

[@ihunt65]

Lexus quality is going down with these new generation cars. Those seats look like they came out of my 2013 Avalon.

[@cme982]

Glad I wasn't the only one who noticed this! Spot on.

[@marioallen6380]

@@cme982Maybe they’ll see this!

[@Ryan2022]

What exactly does that mean now? Why exactly would see quality be worse than 2013 as compared to 2024 that doesn’t make any sense

[@scottgillespie1312]

I heard a full tank of gas on has a range of the upper 200 miles till empty. Small fuel tank??

[@BigPanddaa]

SUBSCRIBED YOUNG BROTHERS.

[@CarConfections]

Welcome to the Car Confections family!

[@jewreldh]

Yup, I’m sold!!!

[@VE-qb2mb]

I swear! I have been in the comments of multiple GX reviews and those screaming $84K WTF are obviously not looking at the fact that it starts at $64k. Then they have NO IDEA what other luxury line 7 seater SUV's cost.

[@PhiCongDoan7587]

Is it bigger than the LX570? I'm thinking of downgrading to the GX550. Was a previous owner of the GX460.

[@CarConfections]

Depending on a 2/3 row configuration, the GX is smaller in some measure and larger than the LX in others! We would suggest you look at the exact version you’d want to see how the numbers stack up

[@chuckbechara7472]

great work onthe review always like your thoroughness. oh and there is no re in differential.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you!

[@artstech]

So with these new integrated controls on the screen, will I still be able to use my climate or any other functions if the screen fails in 10-12 years? Will there be replacement parts in 12 years or will Lexus tell me the system is obsolete even though the vehicle is still functional?

[@CarConfections]

That is unfortunately too early to be seen now… time will tell

[@Popeye21]

My 23 sequoia platinum has leather everywhere even the dash. Really disappointing to see a Lexus interior like that

[@Ryan2022]

I sat in a 2023 platinum at the dealership for all new redesigned sequoia, and the interior was ply and cheap looking. The Lexus is incredible compared to it.

[@talalaldossary2656]

When it will be available for sale ?

[@CarConfections]

Sources say they have started hitting the US ports, so they should be on lots soon!

[@BenHillFinest]

They’re on the lots and selling over the last 2 weeks!!! I’ve seen about 5 thus far. Saw 2 yesterday on a lot.

[@ronturitto3934]

Do you know where the toggle off switch for the start/stop feature is?

[@cacinaz8802]

Does the Luxury+ have an option for second row ventilated seating? I saw heating but not ventilation.

[@maurice5354]

Yes it's 400 additional dollars

[@ivankorth4458]

Love all the new tech but I’ll keep my 23 GX , the new one is too rugged looking for my taste , not that’s it’s bad

[@Robert-o4i5n]

Very poor fuel economy.

[@CU08]

No, it's not worth it. A "base" Overtrail with sunroof delete is the sweet spot for this vehicle.

[@yanks7533]

Honestly, for 84k I'd take a loaded tahoe or yukon or telluride or Palisade over that, interior is yuck, not luxury, and priced like bigger cars....this s no different than the land cruiser imo.

[@dredawg679]

I agree put going get caught up on a name tho

[@getinthespace7715]

Nah. I'm going to wait a few years and pickup a nice lease return deprecated over 40% for about the same price as a used 4 runner.

[@ItsssMarkus]

Ayeee Team Lexus

[@brandonyen7837]

I never like the power rear seats it’s too slow by the time the fold down a car hi jack already in the driver seat 😅

[@CMCNestT]

What happened to depreciation and reliability portion?

[@CarConfections]

We are phasing it into our new videos, we film at varying times

[@nikescream]

One more detail to add to your reviews that no one else does is step-in height.

[@CarConfections]

Noted! Thanks for the tip!

[@icare7151]

Rather get a GMC Yukon Ultra Denali with air suspension and I6 diesel. Superior fuel economy, off road capability and overall value.

[@inquisitor4635]

Twin turbo will need to remove the engine carbon deposits at around 50,000 kilometers.

[@davidheaton6206]

The luxury trim needs to be color, match the entire way. No one’s taking the luxury version off road no need for black plastic.

[@davidheaton6206]

One of my big gripes for the grand Highlander as well. Really, only the over trail needs scratch resistant and trail, ready fender, flares/bumpers, etc.

[@silv0705]

Different trim same review. We need to see it in action off road or some type of challenge. If I am spending 84k+ would be cool to see its limits.

[@CarConfections]

Unfortunately, we couldn’t control the conditions of the press event, and the weather kept us from fully off-roading. We hope to do more in the future

[@GermanGreetings]

Worth ? Sure. Character ? That`s about taste...

[@thejcs04]

At about the 3:15 mark, did anyone else notice how the D-pillar flexes as the door closes? Yikes.

[@Quinton0520]

Its nice on the exterior, but Its not worth $80k for that interior. The interior looks like something out of 2017! Also 17mpg combined isnt great! Hell some tahoes get 20. This is an overpriced toyota land cruiser!

[@noniespam]

true on the Tahoe getting 20 plus, my son ownes one and has gotten as much as 25 MPG on the highway but he has made a few trips back to the dealer for repairs.. Tranny, injectors and some drive train issues along with some interior rattles and a minor electrical issue. Good thing it’s still under warranty, and of course he maybe purchased a Friday build vehicle. I told him to seriously think about dumping it about the time his warranty is up. So I’m thinking with the Lexus vehicle you’re also paying for some reliability which to me means a lot. Everybody has to make their own choice.

[@bbbt8090]

Yep, the interior looks like a highlander. I expected a interior as nice or close to a LC500

[@munkydotorg]

Gas mileage wise, you are comparing a non full time 4wd to a full time 4wd system, which probably has the biggest influence. From a reliability standpoint I would take the GX over the Tahoe any day of the week. We got a chance to drive a new GX today, the interior was very nice.

[@bggees]

I agree 100 percent. Would rather go all in with the LX 600 if touching 80k plus neighborhood. It’s definitely not worth the 84k. 67k, yes

[@noniespam]

What is scaring me off is the issues their having with the V35A-FTS engine. Doesn’t look good check it out.

[@angelrussell6159]

Love the exterior. The interior looks so cheap though. Just like the TX. That's what's making me look elsewhere like the Genesis GV80. Night and day as far as luxurious interior.

[@demetriusdarnellwrenn7257]

Nice!!!

[@marioallen6380]

A few new bells but, luxury on a serious budget.

[@Ryan2022]

$81,000 is a serious budget now?

[@KakistocracySurvivor]

The more I look at GX550 reviews, the more disappointed I become with the GX. For this price, this vehicle is severely lacking in luxury as a Luxury Plus trim. I will test drive and see for myself but it's hard to be impressed with the lack of luxury in the cabin.

[@RupakShakur]

Did you test drive one?

[@Ryan2022]

@@RupakShakur probably just a broke person talking junk

[@RobustArid379]

Nobody has a $84,000 truck

[@PapaShongo25]

A lot of plastic for an 85k luxury suv

[@brandonjohn24]

Explain the plastic? I test drove one the other day and it was beautiful cabin...

[@Ryan2022]

@@brandonjohn24 it’s a broke commenter who obviously has never sat in one

[@KOKOBC]

Yea I sat in one and was unimpressed, also the ambient lighting was straight up unacceptable, Lexus needs to work on that for their luxury vehicles.

[@Ryan2022]

@@KOKOBC Lexus hasn’t used the word luxury on their website since like 2019. I’m not exactly sure where they’re going with their design philosophy at the moment.

[@KOKOBC]

@@Ryan2022 luxury is literally in the name of the vehicle idk what you’re talking about

[@matthewreddick9334]

Is the hybrid dead?

[@CarConfections]

They are introducing it later on, most likely 2025

[@mingorich]

$84k….. no no no

[@kennytran4138]

Adding taxes, processing fees of all kind, this Lux is reaching 6 figures easily.

[@danielmiller9012]

@@kennytran4138 No it's not dork

[@gabriellegutzwiller8144]

I like the outside a lot. I’m disappointed with the inside. When I hear the word luxury. I expect the inside to mirror image that. It’s so plain on the inside. I really wish they would have pulled the leather seat colors into the dashboard. The fuel is low. I’m going between this or a BMW X5

[@CarConfections]

If you want on road comfort and luxury primarily, the BMW will be the better choice. But if you want the extra off-road abilities, the GX is definitely the winner

[@rzero21]

No night drive? I wouldn't consider this a Full Review. A full Review must involve the operation of the vehicle at night as well. We don't drive cars just in daylight.

[@CarConfections]

This was a press event, where we cannot control the time we spend with the car. We intend to do a night review once we get one in KY

[@michaelhanson8918]

Lol...perfect for pharma pick up...80K for offroad😅

[@tinhinnh]

same as base price of the last LC

[@GuuGuuGaaGaa]

Im 500 bucks short 😂

[@mwsr2521]

Lol. No prado is worth 84k. Its a fancy 4runner thatvshould top out at 60k like the gx460

[@abdulhamma6657]

That engine ain’t it. Neighbor with the new Tundra had to have the heads replaced with 14,000 miles 🙏🏼.

[@moekon165]

Mine is running strong with no issues in my LS 115k , thundra made In the us, GX/LS/LX made in Japan.

[@Musicfillsyoursoul-1997]

Love the SUV just not the rims lol

[@aarsenalfan]

It's 30K OVERPRICED 👎

[@adriank2959]

Perhaps its just you dont know how to make money...84k is nothing....

[@aarsenalfan]

@@adriank2959 PERHAPS, I DON'T LIVE IN LALA-LAND, 99% OF PEOPLE CAN'T AFFORD IT.

[@andrewsalazar98]

@@aarsenalfanthat’s the point

[@aarsenalfan]

@@andrewsalazar98 This days GX is NOT my PRIORITY (same as 99% of us), if you have that kind of money to waste "more power to you" 🍻

[@flexo8351]

Go buy a land cruiser

[@joel9873]

I really like my GX Lux +, but Lexus is the worst company I ever order a vehicle from. The GX is nice inside but it doesn't have much for storage. I wish the sun roof did open. Lexus also does not offer any type of mud flaps for the GX.

[@icare7151]

The missing GX460 air suspension is a no purchase with the overpriced GX550.

[@Ryan2022]

The GX 460 sucked can’t believe people are romanticizing at terrible interior compared to this gem

[@icare7151]

@@Ryan2022 BS. I have real world testing here in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, over 50 years now and am professional testing and validation engineer with 35 years of experience. What are your credentials?

[@rickyzee8594]

After all that wait ... it's a nothing burger. Thanks for the review

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@LonGilford]

Higher price, without proven reliability. I’m very skeptical. SORRY I’M OUT!!!

[@agshustle4207]

That’s essentially a Toyota product, they drive forever!

[@jesusjesus1327]

Totally not a luxurious exterior

[@Jaycarr007]

Does the screen blink like that in real life? Or is it steady? I was going to grab this, but if the light always blinks, that's out.

[@бредлит]

Этот автомобиль вседорожник! Не для поездок в супермаркет!😊👋

[@maribogukun]

Wth is this interior!?!? Design is boring and not much different from land cruiser

[@hotdeals7517]

2025 infinity QX80 is better

[@jonathanratliff4780]

How so? Specifics pla

[@hotdeals7517]

@@jonathanratliff4780 more power , more space and looking

[@jonathanratliff4780]

@@hotdeals7517 Well yes, more power the vehicle also weighs about 1000 pounds more than a GX from the ew specs I’ve seen as to more space that depends on the individual I’m just a single 63-year-old guy with one son I don’t need space and as for looks, that is in the eyes of beholder. I think the new GX looks really great for being more serious off road suv than a Infiniti Q80 will ever be

[@hotdeals7517]

@@jonathanratliff4780 you can try Toyota Land Cruiser

[@wbwynn]

And $110k

[@Rolexenforcer]

Beautiful car on the outside, total disappointment in the inside 😔

[@MarkR973]

It's really bland, dull for a luxury vehicle interior, like the exterior look, and on the overtrail plus they dont have the AC controls in the back nor use leather.. also with luxury you have to get 22's which ride very poorly. What was lexus thinking in spec-in this rig. ... at $64k same interior look as $80k+ and for $80k plus you should give the consumer all the opulence... its got a Toyota level looking interior and limited in interior color options with ugly two tone seats as an option. I have been waiting for this new model and overall I'm a bit disappojnted .. I'm an Avalon owner, was looking to upgrade, not sure this is truly an upgrade. I heard there is a lot of noise at highway speed as well, they may not have used acoustic glass on the door windows or the windshield which would be a big fail... Hyundai at half the price, genesis, do a better job for less... wow... I'm a huge Toyota and lexus fan, however, damn lexus, make this worth the price tag, 99% of buyers willing to buy at $80+k, me included, expect more, nobody is spending that much money and living off road ... there is no reason why you can't make the inside luxurious for the bigger end buyers... and put 18's on it with larger tires for a better ride, 22's flat out suck for ride quality.. wtf. The lexus ls sedan starts in the low $80's and the seats and interior is very nice, much nicer than this gx.

[@mrcredo472]

Chip not for 84

[@harrybosch8972]

Lexus interiors def. Not competitive. What not full leather, on a 85k. That's garbage

[@SuperMassman]

$84k WTF 😒

[@Car_conversati0nz]

I love the car, i hate the color

[@Ahmadabbasi65i]

sooooo expensive not worth the price

[@Robert-D89]

Beautiful suv mediocre cargo.