Jerry Robbin

2014 Lexus GX 460 Luxury

 

Overview

 

The 2014 Lexus GX sees a number of changes, which include a 8-inch touch-screen display, 8th-generation infotainment system, standard LED headlights, blind-spot monitoring system, and revised front and rear bodywork.

 

Safety Features

 

Safety Features

4-wheel ABS	Front, rear and third row head airbags
Dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags	Child seat anchors
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Emergency braking assist
Front and rear ventilated disc brakes	Rear door child safety locks
Daytime running lights	Engine immobilizer
Front fog/driving lights	High pressure washers headlamps
Auto delay off headlamps	Dusk sensing headlamps
LED headlamp	2 front headrests
3 rear headrests	Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt	Front and rear seatbelt pretensioners
Turn signal mirrors	Stability control
Traction control	Electronic brakeforce distribution
Rear height adjustable headrests	Post-collision safety system
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Tire pressure monitoring

 

Emergency Service*	Airbag Deployment Notification*
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

 

Glass Breakage Sensor

 

Driving Impression

 

The 2014 Lexus GX 460 has the exterior design of being ready to travel off road. The GX 460 ride is smooth and has a formidable 301-horsepower V8, which is very responsive. The drivetrain is mated to a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission. The GX can tow up to 6,500 pounds. The GX 460 has “Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System” that decreases body lean. The GX handles well on the road, in tight turns or driving around town.

 

Under the Hood

 

The GX 460 has an all-aluminum 4.6-liter V8 engine that produces 301 horsepower and 329 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with a sequential shift mode.

 

Engine & Performance

BASE ENGINE SIZE 4.6 L	CAM TYPE Double overhead cam (DOHC)
CYLINDERS V8	VALVES 32
VALVE TIMING Variable	TORQUE 329 ft-lbs. @ 3500 rpm
HORSEPOWER 301 hp @ 5500 rpm	TURNING CIRCLE 41.4 ft.

 

Inside

 

The interior of the GX 460 is luxurious with impeccable Lexus touches. The GX 460 has comfortable and supportive seats for up to seven adults. A 40/20/40-split second-row seat, combined with a convenient power fold-flat third-row seat, provides a variety of configurations for people, and cargo. The 2014 GX 460 is loaded with technology and creature features listed below.

 

Front Seats

Multi-level heating passenger seat	8 -way power passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat	Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heating driver seat	Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Height adjustable driver seat	Height adjustable passenger seat
Premium leather	Bucket front seats

Rear Seats

Split-folding rear seatback	Reclining rear seats
Folding with storage center armrest	Power folding split-bench third row seats
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power Features

Remote keyless power door locks	Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Power mirrors	Heated mirrors
4 one-touch power windows	Remote window operation

Instrumentation

Clock	Tachometer
Trip computer	External temperature display
Low fuel level warning	Compass

Convenience

Cruise control	Front, rear and 3rd row cupholders
Front and rear door pockets	First aid kit
Overhead console with storage	Retained accessory power
Front seatback storage	Speed-proportional power steering
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)	115V cargo area power outlet(s)
Front and rear parking sensors	Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Rear view camera

 

Roadside Assistance*

Destination Download*

Comfort

Interior air filtration	Three zone climate control
Cargo area light	Leather and wood trim on center console
Leather, wood and simulated alloy trim on dash	Leather, wood and simulated alloy trim on doors
Front and rear reading lights	Leather and wood trim on shift knob
Leather and wood steering wheel	Rear floor mats
Heated steering wheel	Turn signal in mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Memorized settings

Memorized settings includes climate control	Memorized settings for 2 drivers
Memorized settings includes steering wheel

In Car Entertainment

Mast antenna	9 total speakers
AM/FM stereo	Satellite radio satellite radio
Adjustable speed sensitive volume control	Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
3 Months of provided satellite radio service	USB connection

Telematics

Navigation with voice activation navigation system	Pre-wired for phone
Safety Connect telecommunications service	Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
Real time traffic

 

Outside

 

The exterior of the GX460 is highlighted with the new Lexus spindle front grill. The GX 460 has standard running boards with integrated courtesy lights. The design of the GX is ready for a redesign.

Summary

If you are in the market for a large luxury SUV with exceptional off-road capability visit your local Lexus dealer for a test drive.

 

Specifications

• Exterior Measurements

WIDTH 6 ft. 2.2 in. (74.2 in.)	HEIGHT 6 ft. 1.8 in. (73.8 in.)
LENGTH 15 ft. 9.2 in. (189.2 in.)	GROUND CLEARANCE 0 ft. 8.1 in. (8.1 in.)
FRONT TRACK 5 ft. 2.4 in. (62.4 in.)	REAR TRACK 5 ft. 2.4 in. (62.4 in.)
WHEEL BASE 9 ft. 1.8 in. (109.8 in.)

• Interior Measurements

FRONT HEAD ROOM 38.0 in.	FRONT HIP ROOM 56.5 in.
FRONT LEG ROOM 41.7 in.	FRONT SHOULDER ROOM 55.4 in.
REAR HIP ROOM 55.2 in.	REAR HEAD ROOM 40.4 in.
REAR LEG ROOM 34.1 in.	REAR SHOULDER ROOM 57.3 in.

• Weights and Capacities

MAXIMUM TOWING CAPACITY** 6500 lbs.	MAXIMUM PAYLOAD** 1421 lbs.
GROSS WEIGHT 6600 lbs.	DRAG COEFFICIENT 0.35 Cd
CURB WEIGHT 5179 lbs.	ANGLE OF APPROACH 28.0 degrees
ANGLE OF DEPARTURE 25.0 degrees	CARGO CAPACITY, ALL SEATS IN PLACE 11.6 cu.ft.
MAXIMUM CARGO CAPACITY 64.7 cu.ft.