Don' t do it. Just traded the wife's 2017 460 for a 2013 200. The GX is a cheap downgrade in comparison. Outside of the powertrain, I wouldn't give the GX to my third cousin.
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Why wouldn’t it play nice? Mine does. I have the JW tire carrier on the back now, as well.
Yes, yes we can.
Go go gadgx bike!!!
I haven't been able to test it because all of the GX's I have looked at have not had a receiver installed. I was concerned that the door would swing out into the rack.
How far can you open the rear door with the rack on? Does it clear? On my 4Runner the hatch clears even with a bike on the rack. (Rack has to be tilted down of course)
Also I just got home from the North Texas Auto Show and my favorite thing there was the Nori Green GX 
I can open the door 100%, but you need the rakattach as well.
Side note: There is no way in hell I would take a GX460 over an LX570. Hoping to trade up ASAP
Other than towing and slightly more interior space I don’t see where the LX is more capable. The GX (a properly equipped one that is) is better in most situations off road.
I don't disagree at all. The GX is an extremely solid platform in its own right without qualification. My parents have one that I've driven for years. I have a buddy with one that I helped him lift, that also trail rides with the group. The tidier dimensions and agility is absolutely advantage that I get to see play out regularly.
Reason that I say I couldn't make the switch is that I do use the additional capability/capacity of the 200-series. Buddies GX, with my LX in the background.
LC200 has better: Articulation. Ground clearance. Better approach and departure angles. Better protection underneath. Better crawl ratio. Better stability on side slopes.
Like 4runner, the underbody of GX has stuff hanging below frame rail height. Most GX does not have gas tank skidplate. None has protection on transfer case.
Of course, stronger running gears in LC.
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How similar are the Prado gx and 4Runner? As far as drivetrain and frame goes ?
Frame looks the same except 4runner has gas tank and transfer car skids. Maybe Lexus wanted to save weight?
Not sure on frame sure but I’d imagine it’s splitting hairs on any structural differences between the two. The GX is a LC Prado with a Lexus body kit. The 4Runner may be slightly unique being that it’s only built for the North American market.
Drivetrains are different between the two current generations. GX gets a V8 and 6 speed combo, full time 4WD with 4Lo and locking center diff along with KDSS.
4Runner gets a V6 and 5 speed. 2wd standard but can be optioned with 4WD hi/lo, full time 4WD, KDSS, and a rear locker depending on the specific trim.
GX wins on power train in my opinion. The 4Runner is anemic. GX is adequate and just an overall much nicer drive.
This being said, comparing the GX to the 570 (or 200 series LC) that 5.7 is a step up from the 4.6 for sure. Much more responsive and fun to put your foot down.
Question for the folks in this thread. Don’t mean to hijack but I didn’t want to post a new thread and this seems related to the discussion. I’m in the market for an LX570 or GX460. Locally there are a number of GXs available in like new shape with 50-75k miles for $35-40k or so. There is also an LX with higher mileage, 160k or so, that appears sound mechanically however there are the body issues below. Honestly it doesn’t look bad, maintenance has been performed on the AHC including new front rams. Looks like I can replace the Liftgate for $1k outright. For under $30k would you overlook the body issues?
If we’re talking trails, give me a 4th Gen 4R V8 for the money.
We had a GX for a while. They’re great overall. The best midsize daily 4x4 on the market for longterm.
Add a split tailgate with sliding window and nori green…then we’re talking
We had a GX for a while. They’re great overall. The best midsize daily 4x4 on the market for longterm.
Add a split tailgate with sliding window and nori green…then we’re talking
