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2009 Lexus GX 470 Safety Review

April 21, 2009

SAFETY | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

large and fairly upright glass area helps optimize driver sightlines
Kelley Blue Book

A back-up camera...improves rear visibility
MyRide.com

side-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags for the first and second rows
Cars.com

Reviewers note that the 2009 Lexus GX 470 has many standard safety features, as is expected for this class of vehicle.

The 2009 Lexus GX 470's electronic stability system and traction control help to maintain contact with the road surface, according to Edmunds. Kelley Blue Book also lists "anti-lock brakes with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake force Distribution" as standard safety equipment. Kelley Blue Book reports that driver visibility behind the wheel of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is no problem, as "its large and fairly upright glass area helps optimize driver sightlines in all directions." Visibility in the Lexus GX 470 is aided by an optional "back-up camera...[that] improves rear visibility," according to MyRide.com.

The GX hasn’t been crash-tested, but the almost structurally identical Toyota 4Runner has so-so ratings from the federal government, with four stars for frontal impact and five for side impact. It fares well in the IIHS frontal and side tests, with a top "good" rating, though it flunks the rear-impact test with a "poor" rating.

Conclusion

The 2009 Lexus GX470 has plenty of safety features, though it might not provide the protection of class leaders.

SAFETY | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:large and fairly upright glass area helps optimize driver sightlinesKelley Blue BookA back-up camera...improves rear visibilityMyRide.comside-impact airbags for the front seats, side curtain airbags for the first and second rowsCars.com Reviewers note that the 2009 Lexus GX 470 has many standard safety features, as is expected for this class of vehicle. The 2009 Lexus GX 470's electronic stability system and traction control help to maintain contact with the road surface, according to Edmunds. Kelley Blue Book also lists "anti-lock brakes with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake force Distribution" as standard safety equipment. Kelley Blue Book reports that driver visibility behind the wheel of the 2009 Lexus GX 470 is no problem, as "its large and fairly upright glass area helps optimize driver sightlines in all directions." Visibility in the Lexus GX 470 is aided by an optional "back-up camera...[that] improves rear visibility," according to MyRide.com. The GX hasn’t been crash-tested, but the almost structurally identical Toyota 4Runner has so-so ratings from the federal government, with four stars for frontal impact and five for side impact. It fares well in the IIHS frontal and side tests, with a top "good" rating, though it flunks the rear-impact test with a "poor" rating. ConclusionThe 2009 Lexus GX470 has plenty of safety features, though it might not provide the protection of class leaders. 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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Other Choices:

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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