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2009 Lexus GX 470 Review

April 21, 2009

STYLING | 6 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

well-appointed and high-quality cabin
ConsumerGuide

comfortable and well-equipped
ForbesAutos

makes me feel like I have a big butt
MotherProof

The styling of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is unremarkable. Some would describe it as "conservative" or "anonymous," but neither applies in a positive sense.

Most comments regarding this 2009 Lexus are neutral and descriptive: Cars.com mentions its strong familial resemblance to other vehicles in the Lexus lineup and a "few more metallic finishes outside and inside differentiate this 2009 Lexus model from its former self." Road & Track states essentially the same thing: "On the outside, the [Lexus] GX 470's family resemblance is obvious. The signature grille leads the way for the tall body and narrow greenhouse look." In fact, very few sources have much to say about the appearance of the 2009 Lexus GX 470—good, bad, or indifferent.

The Lexus GX 470 is described simply as an updated version of the same SUV design that's been around for several years. MotherProof snipes that the Lexus GX 470 size and shape "makes me feel like I have a big butt" and would bump into everything in attempts to park. The SUV’s styling includes integrated fender flares and lighted running boards. Kelley Blue Book considers the flared fenders a "bold" touch that softens "contouring on its front and rear quarters."

ForbesAutos says, "the Lexus GX 470's comfortable and well-equipped cabin features leather upholstery [and] bird's eye maple wood trim." ConsumerGuide praises this 2009 Lexus's "well-appointed and high-quality cabin."

Conclusion

The styling of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is uninspired.  

STYLING | 6 out of 10Expert Quotes:well-appointed and high-quality cabinConsumerGuidecomfortable and well-equippedForbesAutosmakes me feel like I have a big buttMotherProof The styling of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is unremarkable. Some would describe it as "conservative" or "anonymous," but neither applies in a positive sense. Most comments regarding this 2009 Lexus are neutral and descriptive: Cars.com mentions its strong familial resemblance to other vehicles in the Lexus lineup and a "few more metallic finishes outside and inside differentiate this 2009 Lexus model from its former self." Road & Track states essentially the same thing: "On the outside, the [Lexus] GX 470's family resemblance is obvious. The signature grille leads the way for the tall body and narrow greenhouse look." In fact, very few sources have much to say about the appearance of the 2009 Lexus GX 470—good, bad, or indifferent. The Lexus GX 470 is described simply as an updated version of the same SUV design that's been around for several years. MotherProof snipes that the Lexus GX 470 size and shape "makes me feel like I have a big butt" and would bump into everything in attempts to park. The SUV’s styling includes integrated fender flares and lighted running boards. Kelley Blue Book considers the flared fenders a "bold" touch that softens "contouring on its front and rear quarters." ForbesAutos says, "the Lexus GX 470's comfortable and well-equipped cabin features leather upholstery [and] bird's eye maple wood trim." ConsumerGuide praises this 2009 Lexus's "well-appointed and high-quality cabin." ConclusionThe styling of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is uninspired.   2009 LEXUS GX 470 STYLING | [6 out of 10] ConsumerGuide: "well-appointed and high-quality cabin" ForbesAutos: "comfortable and well-equipped" MotherProof: "makes me feel like I have a big butt" The styling of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is unremarkable. Some would describe it as ...

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The Land Rover LR3 offers V-8 power and an interior unlike any other in the class. To some that’s seen as character; to others it feels cluttered. The BMW X5 also has three rows of seating, plus a choice of V-6 and V-8 engines, though ride quality can be choppy. The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is a good deal more expensive than the Lexus GX 470, but it offers three rows of seating; a nice, settled ride; and a choice of V-6, V-8, and diesel engines.

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