bunka

They sell about 3 of those Rovers a month in Charlotte vs. about 30 of the GX's. Gives you an idea on resale (VERY limited market on the Rover and extreme depreciation). Wish the door on the GX was on the other side but other than that it's OK. Coming from a prior RX300 owner.

GS3Tek

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I don't have any trouble with the swing door whatsoever, but if this GX wasn't a lease, I would play with the swing mechanisms to reverse it on the other side

yaro1

As for the swinging door, I give it a . I have had no problems and I find it easier to close sometimes and my mom with her lesser stature LOVES IT. It allows for a little bit easier access climbing into the trunk also without having to watch your head on the door. This should be a reason to want the car, not one to stay away!

As for the thud noises: Very rarely (oncer per month or less) while at stop-lights, there is a little thunk from the tranny as it does something and the car moves a little bit. This sounds much worse than it is. We did, however, have to get out the first time and look at our back to make sure it wasn't someone who hit us. Overall, otherwise, it is an amazing car with superb ammenities rivaling that of the LS.

While I can't say much for the LR3, the LR is a stiffer car with a different concept from the GX. If you are looking for the BEST in luxury feel and uncrompromising offroad capability, then don't waste any mroe time, BUY A GX.

Rx900

let's see, after experiencing :

1. Thump or clunk
2. vibration
3. rattling cladding in winter
4. creaky seats in winter
5. both rear brakes leaked
6. both running lights busted out once


I'd still get a GX compared to that LR3 which could have a longer list of defects. besides, the rear exterior of the LR3 is asymmetrical and i can't really like it!

et415

I agree with most of the comments above, so I won't repeat them.

But one thing you should consider is dealer service. When I take my car in for service, I love the fact that: 1) they sit me down in the service advisor's office so we can talk professionally and without distractions; 2) the waiting room is large, bright, and is as comfortable and attractive as a nice airline lounge, with free cappucino machine (my dealer even has a Starbucks onsite), bottled water, soda, cookies, PC terminals, and WIFI Internet access; 3) I can get a loaner car even for relatively short service (like 4 hours the last time); 4) my dealer has a mobile service unit that will come out to my house/office to do routine maintenance; and 5) the service bays are literally spotless and in full view from the waiting area.

As a previous Lexus owner, you have experience with dealer service...would the LR dealer treat you as well?