2013 Lexus GX vs. Its Competition

2013 Lexus GX 460
Bengt Halvorson Bengt Halvorson Senior Editor

Practice loading a few common cargo items if you think you're set on the GX.

It has one of the highest cargo-loading heights we've ever seen in a modern SUV.

2013 Lexus GX 4602013 Lexus GX
Browse Used Listings		2013 Audi Q7 TDI quattro2013 Audi Q7
Browse Used Listings		2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT82013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Browse Used Listings		2013 Mercedes-Benz GL Class2013 Mercedes-Benz GL Class
Browse Used Listings		2013 Volkswagen Touareg2013 Volkswagen Touareg
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Quick Specs
7.4
The 2013 Lexus GX 460 plays to a niche audience, as a luxury SUV for those who need serious towing ability and body-on-frame ruggedness combined with Lexus refinement; but there are too many factors limiting its appeal for normal family use.
8.6
The 2013 Audi Q7 is a premium, lavishly-appointed three-row utility vehicle with great on-road manners and capability, plus towing ability--without the off-road style or pretense.
8.4
The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee blurs the SUV-crossover line expertly; better transmissions are at the top of the wish list.
8.8
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL Class is a pricey way to go, but it's a luxury family wagon with great fuel economy and road manners, and some thoughtful new safety and luxury features to boot.
8.0
The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg delivers good performance and a luxurious interior--although it's a mainstream brand asking for a luxury-vehicle price.
MSRP From    
$53,795$46,800$27,695$62,400$43,945
Gas Mileage    
15 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy16 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy12 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy13 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy17 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy
Engine    
Gas V8Supercharged Gas V6Gas/Ethanol V6Turbocharged Diesel V6Gas V6
EPA Class    
4WD Sport Utility VehicleSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD2WD Sport Utility Vehicle4WD Sport Utility Vehicle4WD Sport Utility Vehicle
Style Name    
4WD 4-Doorquattro 4-Door 3.0T PremiumRWD 4-Door Laredo Altitude *Ltd Avail*4MATIC 4-Door GL 350 BlueTEC4-Door VR6 Sport
Drivetrain    
4-Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveFour Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity    
77575
Passenger Doors    
N/AN/A4N/AN/A
Body Style    
Sport Utility VehicleSport Utility VehicleSport UtilitySport Utility4 Door
Transmission    
AutomaticAutomatic w/Manual ShiftAutomaticAutomatic w/Manual ShiftAutomatic w/Manual Shift
Detailed Spec Comparison
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