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Two steps forward and one step back seems to be the rally cry of the new 2010 Lexus GX460. This second-generation, three-row, mid-size, body-on-frame SUV from Lexus replaces the GX470, which, as its name implies, had a slightly larger engine. That 4.7-liter V8 engine, however, couldn't touch the combination of power and efficiency found in this new 4.6-liter V8. The new engine manages to pump out 301 hp and 329 lb.ft. of torque while returning 13 percent better fuel economy, now ringing in at 15/20 mpg. It also uses a second-generation frame and an all-new body with some class-leading features. There's a lengthy press release after the jump with all the specifications and features of this new GX, but here are some of the highlights (take a deep breath): New standard power-folding third row, flip-forward second row slider for better third row access, rear swing gate with new pop-up glass for quick access, optional Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Driver Attention Monitor and Lane Departure Alert (LDA), full-time four-wheel drive, off- and on-road balancing Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) with available Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), 6,500-pound towing capacity, 18-inch alloy wheels, Crawl Control and Downhill Assist Control (DAC), ten standard airbags, Bluetooth, nine-speaker audio system with integrated iPod control and XM Radio receiver, rear back-up camera, optional Lexus Enform with Safety Connect, XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather and XM Sports and Stocks by subscription. Got all that? The 2010 Lexus GX460 will come in two different trim levels, base and Premium, identifiable by chrome strips surrounding the greenhouse and along the lower door contours. In addition to the features listed above, GX buyers can opt for a Convenience Package and a Comfort Plus Package. The Convenience Package adds power-retracting outside mirrors and Intuitive Parking Assist. The Comfort Plus Package includes semi-aniline leather, heated second-row outer seats, wood-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob, and a three-zone automatic climate control system. Major standalone options include the next-gen hard disc drive (HDD) nav system, a Mark Levinson Premium Audio system, a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system with two LCD screens, a three-zone automatic climate control system, and the Wide-view Front and Side Monitor, which debuted on the 2009 LX 570. We recently had a chance to sample this new GX460 and we'll have a lot more to say about it in our upcoming First Drive, but for now, here are the full details and a massive gallery of pics for you to enjoy.

http://www.autoblog.com/2009/1...ments

Modified by MrKevkevL at 9:33 PM 11-22-2009

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Best dash lighting IMO.

Love cars, not badges.

"Meh"

at least, it is better than domestic ones.

Only if your definition of better means styling more similar to the works of Dali...

'08 Pontiac G5 [30.3k] | '02 Toyota Echo [119k]

However I'm sure it'll sell like hot cakes to Northern VA housewives.

I bet it'll be reliable though, and I hope to sell a sh*t-ton of these so I can get myself an 06 S4, and one of the few remaining Astras on dealer lots as a daily driver

Modified by superleggera at 1:26 AM 11-23-2009

BPCDubs » I promise you won't feel a thing.

It will be interesting to see how the numbers play out next year.

Unless you have a VAG car, then it's on all the time.

:rimshot:

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It is a Toyota so hard to fault it for looking like a Toyota. But in general, I agree with you... this SUV looks a bit out of touch with more car-like competitions (X5, Q7, MKT, FX, MDX, GL, Range Rover Sport etc). Frankly, I think Lexus would have been better off making a extended 3 row RX350 (Highlander has 3 row seating why not RX?) rather than this rebadged Landcruiser/4Runner.

If someone could figure out how to combine Land Rover styling with Lexus reliability they'd own this market.

These will never see any real offroading, especially they only have 8.1 inches of ground clearance.

Give me the 4runner anyday, this is just more $$ in 'Yoda's pockets. Never hear 'Yoda claiming badge engineering ...hmm

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the current one is ugly as sin and this is even worse!

Agreed. It is a step back as far as styling from the current one. While the 2009's lines are clean and crisp, this looks like a bloated frog.

Speed:Sport:Life

Oh sorry it appears I fell asleep while looking that these pictures. I wonder how long I was out for.

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I must have looked at this for 10 minutes...What is the icon in between the suspension and transmission gear indicator?

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I can't believe someone could look at that and say "yes, that looks good. I will give you ~$60,000 for that."

new_g37 (1:14 PM 2-9-2010): aw you got my thread locked.. you mad all the G owners smoke your pathetic GLI, s2000 and all the other garbage you ever drove in your lifetime?