The 2012 Lexus GX ranks 9 out of 9 Luxury Large SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 22 published reviews and test drives of the Lexus GX, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.Reviewers say the 2012 Lexus GX is a great off-road vehicle with a classy, upscale interior. But shoppers who prioritize on-road comfort over off-road brawn will find better choices elsewhere.
Reviewers warn that the features which make the Lexus GX so good off the beaten track make it subpar when driving on the pavement. Luxury crossover SUVs like the Acura MDX and Mercedes-Benz M-Class handle better on twisty roads because of their unibody frames, though that comes at the price of sacrificing off-roading ability. Similarly, the GX’s long-travel suspension makes it easier to control off-road, but contributes to lots of body roll when taking corners on the street.
Test drivers say that the Lexus GX isn’t a bad SUV. In fact, it’s a great off-road SUV, which is what it was engineered for. Based on the Toyota 4Runner, the 2012 Lexus GX is meant to combine a high-quality interior with high-mountain adventure. The problem is that most shoppers are considering the GX for its seven seats, standard all-wheel drive and luxury-brand badge rather than its burly off-road capabilities, and its competitors are better family-hauling minivan alternatives than the GX is.
So, if you need an SUV that can get your family to the remote cabin on the weekend and to play group on Monday, it’s tough to find a better vehicle than the 2012 Lexus GX. But reviewers bet that most shoppers would manage just fine by getting all-wheel drive and snow tires for their less-capable, but more comfortable, luxury crossovers.
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