2018 Lexus GX Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
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MPG (up to)
15 City / 18 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
301
Seats
6 -7
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Meagan H
Does not come with standard rear air conditioning!
My vehicle is absolutely impressive. It drives like a dream and is very reliable. I would say that the comfort could be a little more plush for the seats but overall it is very comfortable. I do however, regret not buying the upgrade option with the rear air conditioning.
accountCircle Delonte R
Smooth sailing day or night.
The Lexus gx is almost flawless in my opinion. It has genuine leather interior complete with the leather seating and leather headrest. Bluetooth for my cell phone and I can control my music from my phone to the car system as well. The performance makes for a smooth ride.
accountCircle Sed M
Great car for on road and off road driving.
Great car, great performance, very reliable and great quality, overall great lease terms, bad on gas consumption as I only get about 15 miles per gallon, I would definitely buy another one but I wish it had a hybrid option and would be much better at gas consumption.
accountCircle Diane H
Great performance with comfortable large size!
This vehicle is consistently reliable on road and on rough terrains. I have not encountered any problems regarding the performance of the vehicle on the road throughout the lease - this has made me consider buying the vehicle from the lease and keeping it as a permanent vehicle within my family. The vehicle has an incredible sound system, great level of comfort, and an elevated surface that aids in performance on the road.
accountCircle Tati P
The perfect vehicle for Las Vegas summers.
My vehicle overall is a great vehicle. It is good on gas, drives smoothly, and I feel safe inside while driving. The seats are comfortable, and made of a cotton or soft material. It is not made of leather, so it does not get hot during the summertime. I can also hook up my Sirius XM radio.
accountCircle Barb F
Lexus gx: a great ride and plenty of room for cargo and kids.
My Lexus is a great car. I have only had it since January so no problems at all. It is very comfortable. I love the cargo space. Fit a patio table and 4 chairs in it once. It drives very nicely and has all the bells and whistles. I like the back up camera and the beeping sound if someone is behind the car.
accountCircle Lance C
Lexus is the best car I have ever owned.
I love my Lexus gx. It is the most reliable automobile I have ever owned. It is tough and can go through anything. Lexus in general has always given me great service and the car is always in top notch shape after regular routine maintenance. I will always go back to Lexus.
accountCircle Jasmine L
Amazing car that provides lots of comfort security and great looks.
Reliable care that will ensure safety and definitely make you feel safe inside! Very comfortable and drives smoothly! Very cool feature and sleek nice interior and exterior! Many colors to choose from! Great sound system too! 4wd so can take to snow! Works great everywhere.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Lauren P
Decent car but some improvements needed.
The gx 460 has loose handling vs the GMC Acadia I had prior to getting this car. It is comfortable inside the car but driving it, the handling needs to be tighter. So far, it has been reliable. One feature that is great when you get the car is the remote start, but that lasts only one year and then you have to pay for the service that most other manufacturers offer free of charge. It is very inconvenient in the colder months to enter a cold car with young kids but paying for the service is just wrong when others offer it free.
accountCircle Cynthia H
Unimpressed Lexus gx premium 2018 model.
I drive my 2018 Lexus gx, premium for about 2 years. As someone who has driven SUVs for many years, and have had 4 Lexus vehicles before, I must say I am not impressed, there is nothing special about it, the drive is average, if anything it does not hug the road well and if you are not hyperventilate it will start drifting. The only thing I love is the color, platinum white, when my lease is up I will never get another Lexus gx again. If you choose to purchase/lease a Lexus I would recommend one of their sedan models, never had any issues and there up to date in comfort, drive and technology.
accountCircle Julie K
The Lexus gx has cabin space & has extra cabin space underneath the covers.
No reliability concerns. Only basic maintenance is needed- usual oil change, brakes. Car rides smooth and drives smooth as well. Car cabin is also very quiet. Technology is also very good as well. No real or true concern or issues. Would definitely recommend car to others.

Lexus GX Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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GX 460
301 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats
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GX 460 Premium
301 HP 16 MPG 6-7 Seats
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GX 460 Luxury
301 HP 16 MPG 7 Seats
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2018 Lexus GX Owner Reviews

4.58
40 Reviews
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5 stars 68%
4 stars 25%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 3%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Kate L on June 8, 2021
I love the heated and cooling seats!
The performance is great and it is a very reliable car. I love the seat coolers and warmers. Always very comfortable. Great back trunk. Sensors are awesome and efficient. Car drives well and efficiently. Easy to keep clean. Very easy to park and a convenient car for long distance and driving in the city.
accountCircle Julie K on May 7, 2021
The Lexus gx has cabin space & has extra cabin space underneath the covers.
No reliability concerns. Only basic maintenance is needed- usual oil change, brakes. Car rides smooth and drives smooth as well. Car cabin is also very quiet. Technology is also very good as well. No real or true concern or issues. Would definitely recommend car to others.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Eve L.

Reputable brand and car company is acknowledged. Reliable automobile class over other vehicles in the market. The automobile is also worth the cost over other premium cars. The car has also a high quality safety crash rating over other vehicles in sports and luxury.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Eve L.

Seems that the car insurance for Lexus cars are very expensive as it compares to other leasing brand name cars. At times the cost of maintenance is higher for this car than traditional automobiles. In additional most Lexus automobiles are very expensive.

Ranks #9 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2018 Lexus GX has an average owner rating of 4.60 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 18 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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4.86
2
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2018 BMW X6
4.85
9
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2018 Lexus GX
4.58

Ranks #12 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Lexus GX has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #12 of 19 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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2018 BMW X5
29 MPG
2
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2018 BMW X4
28 MPG
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2018 Lexus GX
18 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2018 Lexus GX 460 oil capacity?

Answer: The 2018 Lexus GX460 has an engine oil capacity of 8.2 quarts. For good fuel economy and better starting in cold weather, You should use Toyota Genuine Motor Oil with a viscosity grade of SAE 0W-20. If that...
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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety