2022 Lexus GX 460 and 2006 GX 470 Mountain Adventure

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The Lexus GX 460 has received a much-needed interior upgrade for 2022. Just how far has this Land Cruiser Prado-based SUV come since 2006? We take both out on an overland driving adventure.
#Lexus #LexusGX #Overlanding
00:00 - Introduction
00:58 - Vehicle Features and Upgrades
05:04 - Trail History and First Impressions
13:06 - Out of the Gorge
15:20 - Switching Vehicles
19:48 - Back to the 2022 GX
21:47 - Final Ascent
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 653

@allergictoglobalists Рік тому

I've got a 2006 GX470. Runs perfect, racks, rims, tires and bumpers. I'll be driving it 20 years from now when my wife's 2019 Yukon Denali is in a junk yard.

@robertbritt5730 2 роки тому

Just purchased the 22 GX 460 Luxury w/off-road package. Drove it from Utah to South Carolina with 21.5 aver. mpg. It’s very quiet and comfortable inside. Love the new infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay. Wanted the V8 before it goes V6 twin turbo. Tows 1500 lbs more than my traded 4Runner. I absolutely love it.

@Kiss__Kiss 2 роки тому

Congrats on the purchase... I do like this new infotainment.. BUT I'm torn(Yes two different type of Purpose/vehicles) between the '22 GX, or a Porsche Macan.

@robertbritt5730 2 роки тому

@@Kiss__Kiss Consumer Reports just released their annual Auto Reliability Report. Lexus came in at #1 for most reliable automaker and the GX460 is the #1 most reliable new vehicle overall this year.

@Kiss__Kiss 2 роки тому

@@robertbritt5730 Thank you for that tid bit if info. Reason for wandering over to Porsche is because we already own a GX. Just not a new model. But your info., May just tip it in the "Right" direction. 👍👍

@DiaperSNiFFER 2 роки тому

The infotainment is such an upgrade

@CarnutMM 2 роки тому

How much? For the price of 4Runners now, I think your better off getting the Lexus.

@KL00100 2 роки тому

Toyota is an amazing company.

@friendo787 2 роки тому

Yeah, I took one for a test drive too and it was uncanny how smooth it was. Compared to my other two vehicles, 2013 Audi S6 and 97 landcruiser it was a little nauseating. I’m use to a little rougher ride I suppose.

@solomons5669 2 роки тому

Yes they’re the best by far . Even Mazda got better with the help of Toyota.

@maxbaer8668 2 роки тому

Nick brings a youthful exuberance to this channel and I'd love to see more of him in future videos!

@JJ-mh3hb 2 роки тому

They need to tell him to quit riding the brakes.

@cowmath77 4 місяці тому

I thought he was an android. Guy tries so hard to keep a completely blank face in every frame I think something might be broken.

@Shougon 2 роки тому

Nick sounds very comfortable on camera, bring him on more often, Ryan.

@personalfunfest 2 роки тому

All GX460 trims come with front skids and a fuel tank plate stock. ALL Landcruisers (GX460/Prado/LX/LC) go through trials with all-season tires, not ATs. The GX460 is a offroad beast

@dermotwallace5533 Рік тому

And the GX470 isn't?😅

@JDMEXforme 2 роки тому

Nick is a natural behind the camera. You guys need to do more together. Bring him on more comparisons. I'm oldschool but both new and old Lexus are amazing. But the old one with those wheels and lift is perfection.

@mikefoehr235 2 роки тому

I love the look of the old Lexus. I love those fog lamps. That 06is a beast.

@Qldang Рік тому

I have both GX470, 2006 and GX460, 2016. I love both of them. They are the best AWD SUVs. The GX470 runs as good as the GX460, it just does not have newer technologies in the car as the newer models.

@a.f.s.3004 2 роки тому

I test drove a 2004 GX470 last month with a 141k on the odometer……it drove as good as my ‘21 Land Cruiser.

@flight2k5 2 роки тому

No it didn’t

@damilolaakanni 2 роки тому

I haven't driven a 2021 Land Cruiser, but I've driven a 2008 base model (4.0 V6, 5 speed auto). The GX470 drives better than the Land Cruiser, I could say it even drives better than the GX460 that replaced it.

@zipyourlib8370 2 роки тому

@@flight2k5 Shad up, & take your boosta!

@flight2k5 2 роки тому

@@zipyourlib8370 naw I’m good

@RacksonRacksonRibss 2 роки тому

I test drove an ‘06 GX last month with 109K on it and it didn’t

@jorgepalermo4091 2 роки тому

I own a 2006 470 and a 2018 jeep. I live in Alaska and the lexus is what I take off road because it feels so much better build and more capable

@AldermanFredCDavis 2 роки тому

I envy off-road community enthusiasts who live out west in places like Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and California. Lots of WIDE OPEN spaces, off-road trails, and, while it does snow in certain parts, it's often only in higher elevations and the states are not known for salting (the hell) out of the roads. Here, in the northeast wide open spaces are relatively rare and a 2006 vintage vehicle here, is very likely to have an undercarriage that is rusted to hell. When they put road salt down up here, it's like it's shot out of a grain harvester.

@j-g9463 2 роки тому

Yeah here in NYC they oversalt like crazy….I guess it leads to less accidents or lawsuits for the city. I picked up a used GX460 that only has a bit of surface rust. I don’t know of any trails in the area but every now and then I drive down to Texas and enjoy the openness out there.

@travisbaudoin3876 2 роки тому

VINTAGE! I LOVE IT! lmao

@matthewrobinson5249 2 роки тому

Don’t leave Utah out man

@richeyrich2203 2 роки тому

Salt is terrible and unnecessary. Places with real snow don’t use it

@sdparksMS3 2 роки тому

How fitting, I took my friend for a ride in my 2006 last month in the mountains and he went out and put down a deposit on a 2022, so this will be us in the future. I've had a similar journey with my 470, except for the accident. Multiple suspensions, multi-state road trips, etc.

@Johnny-Five 2 роки тому

I really enjoyed this episode! I like when you include people in your shows and comparison videos are always cool.

@davidcook3101 2 роки тому

That GX470 is nice. I was thinking about buying a 5th gen 4 runner again, but maybe a GX would be a better fit

@benjantzen8910 11 місяців тому

I drove a ‘96 4Runner for a while then, upgraded to a leased 2017 TRD OffRoad 4Runner which was cool, but I sold that for the same price I started leasing it for, and bought outright a 2003 GX470…thing is a tank. Took off running boards, took out all 4 back seats and put on aggressive tires and I use it for work - takes me everywhere in the mountains with 0 issues.

@pmcandrews12 2 роки тому

Great video, Nick is a good addition on camera. Keep up the good work and lets really see what those things can do.

@TheTexasOiler 2 роки тому

The 470 will live forever the 2uz engine is bullet proof i have a 2004 with a 2.5 lift and joying 9” radio myself great video

@6point1hemi 2 роки тому

The episode I’ve been hoping to see. Kudos and thank you. The GX470 stock just keep going up. Literally the best bang for buck overlanding rig.

@Forestdawg1791 2 роки тому

Great review! Been wondering about the background GX for a while. I had a 2004 GX470 and adored it. Bringing back some memories

@robecor_ 2 роки тому

❤️ my '04 GX..

@thomaskoemel 2 роки тому

I love these Lexus. Such good SUV’s with tons of aftermarket to build them into crazy off-roaders. GXOR

@QuackLoud 2 роки тому

Great comparison, it helps reinforce that the 2022 is still has offroad chops. Like Nick's input and viewpoint - keep him on the show.

@PaulHo 2 роки тому

This is the moment that we all realized Nick is going to take over the channel, such a refreshing voice and viewpoint. Really well spoken and articulate, not a lot of repetition or just filler umms.

@nickcappetto123 2 роки тому

🙌thanks!

@PaulHo 2 роки тому

@@nickcappetto123 nailed every segment, you could feel the cringe whenever he tried knocking you down a notch for being a young buck with jabs around the fog light and older feel and you took it in stride. Rising star alert!

@jarodramirez526 Рік тому

@@nickcappetto123 Love your GX, would you mind dropping your build info?

@jarodramirez526 Рік тому

@@nickcappetto123 Love your GX, would you mind dropping your build info?

@MarcinFitness 2 роки тому

GX460 always had a touchscreen, so it was not just introduced for 2022. It's a new touchscreen but not a new concept. And they didn't leave a TouchPad because it didn't have a TouchPad before. The trunk doesn't lift but swings. That's true but please be fair and add that the rear window opens up so you can access the trunk without swinging the door open. Not many SUVs has that feature anymore.

@thehardknocks3499 2 роки тому

GXOR love! Pinkies up☝🏼

@alanmay7929 2 роки тому

That gx470 sounds amazing 👏 😍

@crusadeagainsttomatoes2518 2 роки тому

Fantastic video guys! Welcome aboard Nick!

@POVIEWS 2 роки тому

Picked up a 22’ Blackline back in September for the wife. Went with the onyx black. Both of us are loving it. Can’t wait for the opportunity to take it off road. Once she’s done with it the plan is to turn it into an overland behemoth.

@Kiss__Kiss 2 роки тому

2 GXs for the price of one?? As the kids say, "I'm here for it!!" Ryan... Now onto the show..

@shuofengpang1328 7 місяців тому

love this video！ Thank you for the great trip!

@tinker1148 2 роки тому

Great job guys! I really like Nick; he’s a great addition! 👍🏼

@austinrobinson2659 2 роки тому

Great video! Waiting for a 22 with my preferred specs to come in. Going to baby it for a few years, then once it's older, hit the trails!

@satisfyerpro 2 роки тому

Been creeping on Nick's gx470 that's ways in the background of other videos and I'm glad to say that I am not disappointed. Killer GXs!! I love the 460 as well and hope to have one. Currently in a 4runner, but a v8 sounds nice!

@jeffdimambro3339 2 роки тому

Great video. I own a GX470 and hands down it is the best vehicle ive owned!

@MatthewBonacci3881 2 роки тому

Awesome video. I agree about an older vehicle off road. I just started an off road build with my 2006 ford Expedition. If I took a brand new off road I would be scared to death to scratch the paint.

@gothops154 2 роки тому

I love that they finally updated the infotainment on the lexus. Way over due. If I ever switched from pick ups to SUVs, it would be on my shortlist. Certainly appreciate it from a distance tho

@PhillipLe97 2 роки тому

15:56 Ryan - ”06, that was when my oldest child was born” Nick - “…And that’s when the best car ever made was produced”

@gnawty4662 2 роки тому

Just a lovely car. The two of these! Can’t wait.

@jonzaremba 2 роки тому

Beautiful scenery captured well. I like watching your videos for the great shots you get.

@MyAlexWest 2 роки тому

welcome to pacific north west!

@nkyryry 2 роки тому

That 06 470 is awesome.

@rahulrane1658 8 місяців тому

The sound of that 470 v8 is just so pleasing

@EZapar 2 роки тому

I saw that teaser shot of the GX 470 on the test course. . . Next vid? Hope so! That 460 sure looked like a pretty capable and comfy ride.

@ndb_static_6850 2 роки тому

I wasn’t expecting to see Nick on this channel that’s dope!!

@daniellanzotti2391 2 роки тому

now this is some proper UKposts video to watch while waiting for some good sales calls lol

@ffluna301 2 роки тому

I absolutely love my 2008 GX470 with a Bilstien Lift. My wife drives a 2014 GX460 (stock btw). Either can be seen up and down the beach on Padre Island Seashore. Thank you for doing this comparison.

@jasonmears4393 11 місяців тому

Just curious... Did it affect your gas mileage when you lifted your gx?

@c.a.nixiii4650 Рік тому

My 2004 GX Has Car Play and Android Auto as I installed the Phoenix Auto 10in Tesla style screen to replace the center infotainment and Climate control. Have had well over two years and super happy! Less than $1000 for the unit with install and HD backup camera!

@southernboy5085 4 місяці тому

Wanted to add a comment supporting Nick and see that other fellas have already noted what I did - he's a stud! You should do more videos with him, I think he brings a great dude's dude vibe! Keep up the good work. Oh and btw that 470, brother, is the best one I've seen. When I get mine soon I'm gonna copy cat...:)

@240sxdriver 2 роки тому

Small world! Pretty sure I’ve seen his Lexus in the parking lot at work. It’s a sweet GX!

@AndrewAtkinson1 2 роки тому

I try to love the newer gx460s but I think the looks peaked at the gx470.

@El_Scorcho_ 4 місяці тому

Except for that dash 🤢

@robbergstrom943 2 роки тому

Nice comparison-love both vehicles. But you need to push those cars over much, much more challenging terrain to start to find real limits. We were able to do the Mojave road and a more challenging Death Valley overlanding route with our GX460 bone stock.

@dchaparro23 2 роки тому

Have a 2006 gx got it for 5500 low miles 120000 and man it’s so fun and yes repairs are all Toyota parts . I also like the engine sound

@ytt6832 2 роки тому

I got 2015 GX, live in Northeast, unfortunately not so many trails here but I got a lift, off-road tires and I go out of the city quite often, this truck is an absolute beast, in a little over 3 years I’ve put almost 80k miles on it, very comfortable, reliable and can get you through anything. One thing I do not like about the GX is the brake system, I feel like it’s too weak for such heavy truck, once I wear off the current brakes I’ll upgrade to higher performance brakes. Very enjoyable car and that natural V8 hits different.

@logicreply5577 Рік тому

How many inches did you lift it? What kinda/sizes wheels and tires do you have on it?

@dp9948 2 роки тому

I think you can do both impress the neighbors and have off road fun with the gx470, 460 is nice 👌

@josuecastillo8111 2 роки тому

I'm new to the gx community. I just bought a 2016 gx460 four days ago. I see there is so much to learn. I'm currently living in Virginia Beach area but am originally from south Florida. I am excited to drive through one of these path but have no idea where to start. I guess I have so much hw to do. I'm excited about this gx.

@jlficken 2 роки тому

I just got my GX460 Black Line in Starfire Pearl on Friday and it's great! Falken Rubitrek 265/60R18 XL tires are perfect for it and they ride great. They are slightly larger (30.9" diameter) compared to the OEM tires yet it still fits in the spare location. They are also all made in Thailand still while some Wildpeak's are being imported from China. I wish my hitch hadn't been deleted from the build while at the port when Lexus put a stop sale on them :-( Hopefully they are available again soon as I need it! ETA: I also don't care for the steering wheel retracting when you shut off the ignition. I'll have to see if they'll turn it off for me at the dealership as I don't have Techstream to do it myself.

@altkoin 7 місяців тому

excellent comparison!!

@BernonCars 2 роки тому

My favorite SUV’s!!

@tonygeronimojr.4863 2 роки тому

Would love to see you get an fj cruiser! Those things are tanks!!!

@efaroh 2 роки тому

Great content production as always. I love my GX. I call it a unicorn. IFKYK

@CarnutMM 2 роки тому

DKTMOTBICG

@michaellorusso4912 Рік тому

BOTLJCATSBS…

@CaptCanuck4444 2 роки тому

Looks like a fun drive.

@MegaRetr Рік тому

Great comparison

@ajsti2484 2 роки тому

Great Video!

@stlswagger Рік тому

Had a 2012. Really wanted to own it forever. Never had a problem. Zero issues. Sold it in 2018. Just wasn't comfortable taking it off road with that lovely front end. Should have kept the old front end. Every once in awhile I see someone has modified the front end but the support for the face was hard to keep. Especially after being paid off and wanting to utilize the capabilities

@nightdipper5178 2 роки тому

I have a 5th gen 4r and a 22 BL GX. For what dealers are getting for a higher end 4R's the GX is a no brainer. 4R has a better approach/departure angle out of the box but that's about it. 4R and GX Gas mileage both suck but I am proud of my carbon footprint.

@dianawolfe865 Рік тому

3:54 just saw the location on your maps! I’m in same stomping grounds! Just bought a GX and stumbled upon your channel!

@EmilyAllan 2 роки тому

Great video. As a headphone user, I recommend you polish your audio in Audacity with a high pass filter. The bass notes coming from your vehicle are at times a bit overwhelming. Most people won't notice it, but I have speakers capable of recreating it, and it hurts a bit. See 8:00 minute mark for some examples.

@chrisdeguzman7795 2 роки тому

470 is a tank, that’s indestructible.. I have a 2004 4Runner v8 and looking for a gx 470 just like yours, but the damn price now on vehicles are insane😡😡

@tombyorn8278 2 роки тому

2003 was 1st year for the GX470 - I just bought my daughter a 2004 with only 65,000 miles. She shows horses so it is perfect. I like my GX460 better but either way you can't go wrong. Great video.

@thesinfultruth7697 Рік тому

What did u pay for the gx470 65kmile care if hard to find

@tombyorn8278 Рік тому

I paid $12,800. It is still going great. My daughter was putting a lot of miles on it but we had to slow it down with fuel prices. There will be a few shows coming up where she will need to drive to separate from the barn. We had a good time in the snow with it this past winter.

@stimofo808 2 роки тому

Great comparison video. How about getting your take on your 4Runner vs the 2022 GX460?

@lexusgxlife6328 2 роки тому

Great video. In the GX460, the sway bars only disconnect when in 4Lo. Thanks for sharing.

@ptnpharmd 3 місяці тому

I had a 2005 gx470, now 2021 gx460 . I do love them both !

@btl4220 2 роки тому

Great video

@flamegent Рік тому

you can still get some really good gx470s for under 10k and some unbelievably amazing ones for under 20 so they are kind of a killer deal

@BLacknesmonstaz 2 роки тому

Here we gooooo!!

@mikebrady8802 2 роки тому

I have a lc100 that is stock and I don’t worry about any of the crap you guys worried about. Even if you are riding prado’s this is hilarious watching you dip over a tiny dip and comparing the two vehicles.

@SANTANA1deep Рік тому

Love my GX

@Vixx89 2 роки тому

I love the 22’s grille

@moonsapling 2 роки тому

Currently started offroading in my Mercedes GLE and Im looking forward to doing it a lot more Your videos help me know the limits of my vehicles!

@gkcamden9050 2 роки тому

I like the comparison between two vehicles I’m very interested in (used, not new). However, it could/should have been at least 10 minutes shorter. I like the interplay between you guys. Different viewpoints are good.

@FireSerpent 2 роки тому

Really love this video guys. I've been on the GX fence for a while now thinking about which one to get... and honestly, it sounds like I can't go wrong with either choice.

@slickenzmcglickenz4671 2 роки тому

If both cars were the same price I’d stil go with the gx470 regardless if they were new or used. Nicks right about not wanting to abuse a newer 460 because of how much more lavish it is. I would be scared to take it off road and putting it through intense situations for how much it costs. I bought my 06 470 with 180k miles and aside from having to replace the tires and swapping out the air ride to coils and springs the car needed nothing l. It rides like a brand new car. My neighbor has one with almost 570k miles on his despite somehow only changing the timing belt twice since he bought it brand new. The 470 is hands down more of a rugged brolic type of truck

@seanjohnblaze 2 роки тому

Nick is great. Nick you watch UKposts while driving hahaha. And nick, it's drive by wire. Great video guys!

@erics9489 Рік тому

I have a 2002 Toyota Sequoia and an 2020 Lexus 460 GX love the reliability of both but the Lexus is just so comfortable. Highly recommend both.

@atrell2112 2 роки тому

Loved the brief history bits. Great shit, living room sofa, but with a v8

@japnikki 2 роки тому

GX470 is handsome as well as the owner!

@MyAlexWest 2 роки тому

younger guy has dry sense of humor!!! i liked it.

@polecatys Рік тому

Спасибо за видео, ребята. Всегда с удовольствием смотрю ваши репортажи о внедорожниках! п.с. немного жаль что для этих красавцев дорога была детской прогулкой и они могу показать горазда большее!__________________Thanks for the video guys. I always enjoy watching your reports about SUVs! ps it's a little pity that for these beauties the road was a children's walk and they can show much more!

@saeedomar2507 2 роки тому

I would give anything to get that 2006 gx it's just lovely

@Thankyou_3 2 роки тому

Hi Ryan, very glad to hear you mentioned that GX is at the top of the list when it comes to 4x4 heavy duty true mechanical components. It is not a low budget Honda, Hyundai or KIA system.

@ClearWater7.62 Рік тому

What do you mean Honda? Honda is top tier in its own awd 4wd system. Kia and Hyundai is trash.

@Thankyou_3 Рік тому

@@ClearWater7.62 coming from owning Hondas for 3 decades…Toyota and Lexus ages gracefully unlike Hondas. Hondas are good for up to 1-6 years of ownership…Toyota and Lexus shines even after 10+ of ownership. My last Lexus was 20 years old and still had 9 buyers bidding on it. Couldn’t say the same about Hondas, it will rust more than anything.

@ClearWater7.62 Рік тому

Idk what part of the country that you live in but I we have no rust in California. I've owned 5 early 90's Civics and still have 3 of them to this day. And i hit 8k revs daily. The only thing I dislike about Honda is low end torque. But Honda makes some of the best engines and chassis. Thats why you see them everywhere. I do know that Hondas early automatic transmissions suck. But who drives autos. Lol. I still own my 91 22re 4x4 and a 97 t100 4x4. I now own a 05 gx470. All real great vehicles. But you can't compare Hondas 4x4 to Toyota. Hondas doest really make 4x4s bro. Lol

@Thankyou_3 Рік тому

@@ClearWater7.62 we live in rust belt and Hondas can’t even compete now days. Their prime was late 80s and early 90s, after that they lost their path. Oil burners…rust buckets.

@batuaerial213 2 роки тому

8:30 little correction, It doesn't based on 4runner but they share the same Land cruiser 120 series platform. Which is FJ Cruiser, 4runner and Land cruiser prado :) Good review, but I wish you guys took it real offroad, not dirt road.

@drivingsports 2 роки тому

Yeah, the plan was to do more, but we ran out of light.

@personalfunfest 2 роки тому

watch this channel for real GX460 off road ukposts.info/have/v-deo/iqSfmZpkhY2V0I0.html

@robervin9107 2 роки тому

Nick your gas bill must be super high you did well on camera bro your a natural love you

@theurbanbohemian1979 2 роки тому

Great video! I’m in Canada and am looking at a 2013 GX460 with about 120k miles and is selling for 27k USD. Just wondering how much of a Covid used car markup that is, compared to 2-3 years ago for that same vehicle…? Any insight would be appreciated - thanks.

@thebrizzy 2 роки тому

I own a 2006 GX470. Go Nick!

@JoeGX460 2 роки тому

Own one!

@laddiegill Рік тому

I wish you guys talked about aproach and departure angles on these and the 4x4 systems they offer.

@excelsior7608 2 роки тому

Nice video 👍🏼, loving my 460 , got a lift and 33’s to deal with my Long Island, ny roads ( which are rougher than that trail) .

@wanmanki9311 2 роки тому

Ya nice team up between you 2

@BobbyDeniroX 2 роки тому

What a gangsta car man. I wish o lived somewhere I could have one to enjoy. The new one looks crazy and unique now better then range rover

@RourkeSD Рік тому

what tires do you recommend for all season, going to the mountains, dirt roads in Mexico and the freeway? I am based out of San Diego.

@austinfields6657 2 роки тому

I'd love to see a Rav4 Adventure or TRD Offroad on your test hill.

@drivingsports 2 роки тому

So would we. Waiting for Toyota to send them back to fleet. Currently the pickings are slim.

@shaikhahmed7929 2 роки тому

If you want to have fun, buy the old ones, if you want to impress the neighbours, buy the new. Never been truer for all Lexus cars, 2006 or 2016, these cars are amazing machine!