GX #Camera quality vs $27k Chevy camera quality
Racer
Joined: Aug 2018
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From: il
LOL excitebike!
so just a new part number will cost $10,000. this includes all the drawing updates, system changes, supply chain integration, etc.
then have to qual test it, theres another $50,000. stuff like mil-std-810
then durability testing, another $25,000
thats all on top of a redesign effort, including design reviews with a room full of engineers/managers.
then change the kanban tags, and track old vs new inventory.
then update the repair manuals, software, drawings, etc.
theres a lot more, but you get the idea
so just a new part number will cost $10,000. this includes all the drawing updates, system changes, supply chain integration, etc.
then have to qual test it, theres another $50,000. stuff like mil-std-810
then durability testing, another $25,000
thats all on top of a redesign effort, including design reviews with a room full of engineers/managers.
then change the kanban tags, and track old vs new inventory.
then update the repair manuals, software, drawings, etc.
theres a lot more, but you get the idea
Lead Lap
Joined: Mar 2015
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From: In your head
While true, Lexus take it to a whole new level of crazy. Same cruise control lever for 2 decades, similarly other components exist. Only now with the intro of the Toyota Generation Next Architecture have we finally see them move to newer components, and even then no HD camera.
Driver
Joined: Nov 2018
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From: From Oakland to Sactown, the Bay Area & backdown
screen quality is decent, it looks HD (it's 480p) when playing DVDs in comparison to camera picture quality, this makes me wonder if one soldered in aftermarket camera would alleviate the problem
Instructor
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: BOSTON,MA
The company I work for just supplied me with a 2019 Chevy Equinox. As soon as I put it in reverse I noticed how much better the picture quiality was than my wife’s new GX. I mean it’s like a tube tv vs 4KUHD! I do understand that Chevy takes a very cheaply made vehicle and stuff it full of shiny electronics and that the GX is a better vehicle 1000x over but come on. They could have at least sprung for a better backup camera!!
Has as anyone else noticed made this comparison and had their stomach turn?
Has as anyone else noticed made this comparison and had their stomach turn?
Instructor
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: BOSTON,MA
One surprise in my 21 GX460 Premium is that when in reverse the screen doesn't dynamic parking lines which adjust based on wheel angle. Is this only available if you get an off-road package with multiple cameras?
Racer
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From: Northeast Ohio
Driver
Joined: Oct 2019
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From: WA
Wife's 2016 Subaru Outback rear camera is miles better than the rear camera in my 2016 GX. While I do prefer reliability over every new bell and whistle, as a former owner of three 4Runners, Lexus just seems lazy with things like the backup camera and ****ty audio system (STILL without CarPlay). The GX is comfortable and quiet but the way they've failed to implement real upgrades during a model run is pathetic.
As far as cost goes, I cannot imagine that a backup camera with better resolution would be more expensive than redoing the grill every other year. And the grill has nothing to do with safety. Priorities...
As far as cost goes, I cannot imagine that a backup camera with better resolution would be more expensive than redoing the grill every other year. And the grill has nothing to do with safety. Priorities...
Instructor
Joined: Mar 2020
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From: Idaho
I don’t mind it much. Yes every other vehicle I’ve had in recent memory had a better backup camera. It’s not important since you should be using your head as well, you know like we used to. 
Ever think maybe stuff like this Toyota does kept the cost down? The price for a GX is a steal of a deal for what you get and THAT is more important than a dumb camera in my personal opinion.
Had I realized how well priced GX’s were I would of bought one instead of my Grand Cherokee Trailhawk or Charger R/T.
Ever think maybe stuff like this Toyota does kept the cost down? The price for a GX is a steal of a deal for what you get and THAT is more important than a dumb camera in my personal opinion. Had I realized how well priced GX’s were I would of bought one instead of my Grand Cherokee Trailhawk or Charger R/T.
Driver
Joined: Oct 2019
Posts: 97
Likes: 64
From: WA
I don’t mind it much. Yes every other vehicle I’ve had in recent memory had a better backup camera. It’s not important since you should be using your head as well, you know like we used to. Ever think maybe stuff like this Toyota does kept the cost down? The price for a GX is a steal of a deal for what you get and THAT is more important than a dumb camera in my personal opinion.
Had I realized how well priced GX’s were I would of bought one instead of my Grand Cherokee Trailhawk or Charger R/T.
Ever think maybe stuff like this Toyota does kept the cost down? The price for a GX is a steal of a deal for what you get and THAT is more important than a dumb camera in my personal opinion.Had I realized how well priced GX’s were I would of bought one instead of my Grand Cherokee Trailhawk or Charger R/T.
CL Community Team
Joined: Mar 2017
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From: USA
You have dynamic lines now? Can you share your project? I have see an option in tech stream but it doesn't let me change it. I assume lines are not part of camera but ICU.