Lexus functions as the luxury division of the well-known Japanese automaker—Toyota. It is currently Japan’s largest-selling maker of premium cars, marketed to over 70 countries and territories worldwide, Nigeria inclusive. The brand has its headquarters in Nagoya, Japan, with operation centres in other well-known countries like Brussels, Belgium, and Plano, Texas, United States.
Lexus cars offer good value for money, quality, comfort and exceptional driving experience. Vehicles are also made with high-quality materials.
Perhaps, you are in the auto market or shopping online for your next Lexus car, and the GX has caught your attention. Now, you are about to make a choice between two luxurious models from the GX series- the 460 and 470. The big question now is; what’s the difference?
Overview Of The Lexus Gx Series
Lexus GX meaning Grand Crossover is an SUV built on the platform of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado with a four-wheel-drive layout and powered by Toyota’s 4.7l, 32-valve, 4-cam 2UZ-DE V8 engine. The first of the GX series was made in 2002 with the release of the GX 470. The GX470 was quickly embraced in the Nigerian automarket considering its comfy interior and spaciousness fitting for the average family. However, production of the GX 470 ceased in 2009 making way for the release of the GX 460.
The GX460 rides on the success of the 470 as both vehicles are luxurious mid-size SUVs. With better appealing aesthetics and modern technologies, the GX 460 incorporates new, highly-appreciated safety features including Pre-Collision System, lane departure warning system, Driver Monitoring System, and Lexus Enform with Safety Connect telematics.
About Lexus GX 470
Excellent on- and off-road capability characterize the GX470. The midsize SUV boasts of luxury and premium quality materials. It features elegant leather seating surfaces, Lexus styled Optitron electroluminescent instrumentation, as well as power-adjustable side view mirrors to a 10-way power adjustable driver seat which comes as standard.
Standard features of the SUV includes Standard features on the base model include 17-inch wheels, heated outside mirrors, illuminated running boards, leather seating, bird’s eye maple wood trim, heated and power-adjustable front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, an in-dash CD changer, a moonroof, one-touch up-and-down side windows and a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel.
All GX 470 models are powered by a 263-horsepower, 4.7-liter V8 mated with a five-speed automatic. The vehicle is capable of sprinting from zero to 60 mph in about 8 seconds.
About Lexus GX 460
The GX 460 comes in three models including GX 460, GX 460 Premium, GX 460 Luxury. Each one is powered by a 4.6-liter V8 engine (301 horsepower, 329 lb-ft of torque) paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and standard four-wheel drive. Depending on your desires and budgets, you can upgrade any of these models to various packages offered by Lexus. Some of the package options available are; Premium Plus Package, Sport Design Package, Sport Design Package with Premium Plus, and Captain’s Chairs.
Standard features across all models include Seating for up to seven passengers, LED headlights, Lexus’ Kinetic Dynamic Suspension, System for improved off-road performance, Keyless entry and ignition, simulated leather upholstery, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Four USB ports (two up front, two in the rear).
Difference Between The Lexus GX 460 Vs GX 470
As mentioned earlier, the GX 470 is no longer in production. This means you are not likely to find brand new models of the car. But, be rest assured, the fairly used auto market in Nigeria is large, you can easily get a foreign used GX 470.
Since the Lexus GX470 is no longer in production, you can anticipate that it won’t have the upgraded technological features, design and engine options of newer models of the GX460. Nevertheless, you can choose to upgrade it to packages that suit you, but that’s a whole lot of spending.
Both the Lexus GX 460 and 470 are powered by a 4.6 Liter V8 and a 4.7 Liter V8 engine respectively. Being a V8, this means both SUVs has eight cylinders. The number of cylinders means that there is more fuel being pushed through the cylinders to create more force to move the car.
The average city gas mileage for the GX 470 is around 14 MPG, with around 18 MPG when driving on the highway. On the other hand, the gas mileage is fairly average for the GX 460, with 15 MPG in the city and 19 MPG on the highway with a fuel tank capacity of 23 gal. And, of course, it does have speed, getting to 60 MPH in just over seven seconds.
Price Of Lexus GX 460
| Model | Price in Nigerian Naira |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2010 price | 25,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2011 price | 26,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2012 price | 27,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2013 price | 28,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2014 price | 29,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2015 price | 30,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2016 price | 31,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
| Brand new Lexus GX 460 2017 price | 33,000,000 – 42,000,000 NGN |
Price Of Foreign Used Lexus GX 470
| Foreign used Lexus GX 470 2004 price | 3,500,000 – 5,500,000 NGN |
| Foreign used Lexus GX 470 2005 price | 3,500,000 – 5,500,000 NGN |
| Foreign used Lexus GX 470 2006 price | 6,000,000 – 9,000,000 NGN |
| Foreign used Lexus GX 470 2007 price | 6,000,000 – 9,000,000 NGN |
| Foreign used Lexus GX 470 2008 price | 6,000,000 – 9,000,000 NGN |
| Foreign used Lexus GX 470 2009 price | 6,000,000 – 9,000,000 NGN |
Price Of Locally Used Lexus GX 470
| Locally used Lexus GX 470 2004 price | 3,000,000 – 4,000,000 NGN |
| Locally used Lexus GX 470 2005 price | 3,000,000 – 4,000,000 NGN |
| Locally used Lexus GX 470 2006 price | 3,200,000 – 6,000,000NGN |
| Locally used Lexus GX 470 2007 price | 3,200,000 – 6,000,000 NGN |
| Locally used Lexus GX 470 2008 price | 3,200,000 – 6,000,000 NGN |
| Locally used Lexus GX 470 2009 price | 3,200,000 – 6,000,000 NGN |
CONCLUSION
Lexus GX 470 and 460 are exceptional vehicles offering a luxurious feel and optimum driving experience to riders. With enough space, it can convey the luggage of any average family. If you are not so concerned about having the latest technological features in a car, you might find the GX 470 a comfortable car to ride.
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