2014 GX - New body style
08-02-13, 11:11 AM
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No sir
My manager is on the Lexus Product Council and that is the information he relayed to me.
We won't have to wait much longer. (CT is also slated for the spindle grill refresh)
You seem pretty sure of yourself, what else do you know with certainty? Do you have an inside line?
The 4Runner received a little more than that for the MY2014 update...heavily revised front end incl new headlamps, new tail lamps, 7-inch nav screen and other features that put it dangerously close to the GX460 in terms of content (ie heated and ventilated seats).
I would expect in addition to the "rumored" spindle grille, the GX460 to get some updated headlights with LED DRLs and restyled tail lights. Updates to the interior console as well..........
Based on the price increase that the LX570 received when it was updated for 2013 (approx 1.9%), I would expect the GX base MSRP to go up by about $1000 or so.
The 4Runner received a little more than that for the MY2014 update...heavily revised front end incl new headlamps, new tail lamps, 7-inch nav screen and other features that put it dangerously close to the GX460 in terms of content (ie heated and ventilated seats).
I would expect in addition to the "rumored" spindle grille, the GX460 to get some updated headlights with LED DRLs and restyled tail lights. Updates to the interior console as well..........
Based on the price increase that the LX570 received when it was updated for 2013 (approx 1.9%), I would expect the GX base MSRP to go up by about $1000 or so.
We won't have to wait much longer. (CT is also slated for the spindle grill refresh)
08-02-13, 11:51 AM
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08-02-13, 02:20 PM
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08-07-13, 06:23 AM
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Alright, it's the second week of August.......
Somebody must know SOMETHING about the 2014 (details).....
If you're a dealer or someone else with access, please can you PM me any relevant info such as order guides/pricing??
Thanks!
Somebody must know SOMETHING about the 2014 (details).....
If you're a dealer or someone else with access, please can you PM me any relevant info such as order guides/pricing??
Thanks!
08-07-13, 11:52 AM
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Not sure if serious? Go back and read my post, then answer your own question. I did not "call" it a "rival" to the GX. Of course I would take a GX over the 4Runner any day, however, the 2014 Limited with standard heated/ventilated seats, sonar, etc and of course the existing Torsen 4WD system just makes it seem like the 4Runner is creeping closer to the GX. That's all I was saying. You guys need to calm down or drink less coffee or something. Jeez. For $10k more, the GX is almost a no-brainer better value than the 4Runner. Of course the GX has a better drivetrain, more refined overall, better design/materials, etc. Don't be so dramatic you guys.
Tell him we need moar infos nowwwww!!!!!
Tell him we need moar infos nowwwww!!!!!
Examples of things no longer available;
V8, rear air springs, LED tail lights (even the cheap cars have LEDs), Torsen limited slip locking center diff (which was standard on ALL 4th gen models, not just the Limited). The top tow rating went from 7200 lbs. to 5000 (a Highlander can tow 5000 lbs.)
Examples of things cheapened and sub-par;
They bumped up the V6’s hp but tuned it to get better mpg. The tuning is horrid. If you do not give it at least ½ throttle the engine feels like a 4 cylinder. The interior is loaded with cheap looking plastic. They even replaced the dual window antenna with a cheap whip. Without KDSS (only optional on the Trail Model) the 4Runner (4800lbs.) handles poorly.
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08-07-13, 12:55 PM
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I owned a fully loaded ($43K) V8 05 Limited 4Runner which included auto leveling rear air springs and XREAS susp. I would still be driving it if it weren’t totaled. When I when to replace it with the current gen I could not believe how much Toyota cut corners and dropped most of the important features/options and some of the BASIC features (yet the price didn’t drop).
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08-07-13, 01:59 PM
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I owned a fully loaded ($43K) V8 05 Limited 4Runner which included auto leveling rear air springs and XREAS susp. I would still be driving it if it weren’t totaled. When I when to replace it with the current gen I could not believe how much Toyota cut corners and dropped most of the important features/options and some of the BASIC features (yet the price didn’t drop).
Examples of things no longer available;
V8, rear air springs, LED tail lights (even the cheap cars have LEDs), Torsen limited slip locking center diff (which was standard on ALL 4th gen models, not just the Limited). The top tow rating went from 7200 lbs. to 5000 (a Highlander can tow 5000 lbs.)
Examples of things cheapened and sub-par;
They bumped up the V6’s hp but tuned it to get better mpg. The tuning is horrid. If you do not give it at least ½ throttle the engine feels like a 4 cylinder. The interior is loaded with cheap looking plastic. They even replaced the dual window antenna with a cheap whip. Without KDSS (only optional on the Trail Model) the 4Runner (4800lbs.) handles poorly.
Koz
Examples of things no longer available;
V8, rear air springs, LED tail lights (even the cheap cars have LEDs), Torsen limited slip locking center diff (which was standard on ALL 4th gen models, not just the Limited). The top tow rating went from 7200 lbs. to 5000 (a Highlander can tow 5000 lbs.)
Examples of things cheapened and sub-par;
They bumped up the V6’s hp but tuned it to get better mpg. The tuning is horrid. If you do not give it at least ½ throttle the engine feels like a 4 cylinder. The interior is loaded with cheap looking plastic. They even replaced the dual window antenna with a cheap whip. Without KDSS (only optional on the Trail Model) the 4Runner (4800lbs.) handles poorly.
Koz
08-07-13, 04:28 PM
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What are the different functions you mentioned?
Koz
08-09-13, 11:40 AM
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I owned a fully loaded ($43K) V8 05 Limited 4Runner which included auto leveling rear air springs and XREAS susp. I would still be driving it if it weren’t totaled. When I when to replace it with the current gen I could not believe how much Toyota cut corners and dropped most of the important features/options and some of the BASIC features (yet the price didn’t drop).
Examples of things no longer available;
V8, rear air springs, LED tail lights (even the cheap cars have LEDs), Torsen limited slip locking center diff (which was standard on ALL 4th gen models, not just the Limited). The top tow rating went from 7200 lbs. to 5000 (a Highlander can tow 5000 lbs.)
Examples of things cheapened and sub-par;
They bumped up the V6’s hp but tuned it to get better mpg. The tuning is horrid. If you do not give it at least ½ throttle the engine feels like a 4 cylinder. The interior is loaded with cheap looking plastic. They even replaced the dual window antenna with a cheap whip. Without KDSS (only optional on the Trail Model) the 4Runner (4800lbs.) handles poorly.
Koz
Examples of things no longer available;
V8, rear air springs, LED tail lights (even the cheap cars have LEDs), Torsen limited slip locking center diff (which was standard on ALL 4th gen models, not just the Limited). The top tow rating went from 7200 lbs. to 5000 (a Highlander can tow 5000 lbs.)
Examples of things cheapened and sub-par;
They bumped up the V6’s hp but tuned it to get better mpg. The tuning is horrid. If you do not give it at least ½ throttle the engine feels like a 4 cylinder. The interior is loaded with cheap looking plastic. They even replaced the dual window antenna with a cheap whip. Without KDSS (only optional on the Trail Model) the 4Runner (4800lbs.) handles poorly.
Koz
08-09-13, 03:54 PM
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My wife was traveling on a 55mph highway (in the rain) and a young guy with a brand new Camaro lost control of his vehicle behind her. He was spinning and clipped the back of the 4Runner and put her into a spin and she was forced to hit the guard rail. Obviously the Camaro was speeding when he lost control. Both ends of the 4Runner were severely damaged and my wife walked away without a scratch!
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08-12-13, 06:36 AM
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Well I got impatient and sent an email to Lexus asking about the 2014 GX, but they replied with exactly what I expected:
Boo.
It seems like the 2013's were out in July 2012?? So this is a pretty late launch for the MY2014, according to past on-sale dates for the GX in previous model years.
I guess I wouldn't be surprised if it's another full month until we hear something...
We will release information on the 2014 Lexus GX; such as styling, specifications, features and options closer to the launch date. We currently do not have a tentative release date. Please check lexus.com periodically for updates. You can also sign up to receive information as it becomes available at, https://secure.lexus.com/lexus/ssl/models/signup.do
It seems like the 2013's were out in July 2012?? So this is a pretty late launch for the MY2014, according to past on-sale dates for the GX in previous model years.
I guess I wouldn't be surprised if it's another full month until we hear something...
