2014 GX - New body style
07-19-13, 11:25 AM
#46
I do know that for marketing purposes, Lexus is considering the '14 GX to be a "new model launch."
I used to work for Lexus corporate and recently asked a source there, and he said to expect a heavy refresh similar to what they did with the 2013 LS and specifically noted spindle grille, LED DRLs, Remote Touch, redesigned dashboard, new wheels and plenty of other small interior and exterior tweaks.
My sense is that Lexus wants to let the dust settle on the 2014 IS launch and we will get details on the 2014 GX in the next 4-6 weeks.
I wish we would get the 5.7L V8 as an option
I used to work for Lexus corporate and recently asked a source there, and he said to expect a heavy refresh similar to what they did with the 2013 LS and specifically noted spindle grille, LED DRLs, Remote Touch, redesigned dashboard, new wheels and plenty of other small interior and exterior tweaks.
My sense is that Lexus wants to let the dust settle on the 2014 IS launch and we will get details on the 2014 GX in the next 4-6 weeks.
I wish we would get the 5.7L V8 as an option
Last edited by Craig B; 07-19-13 at 04:15 PM.
07-21-13, 03:50 PM
#48
Racer
the frame would have to be beefed up for a 5.7L v8 option
not likely at all.
im expecting a LX type of refresh for GX.
they badly need to redo the current wheels - cant stand the curvy 6 spoke nature of them
not likely at all.
im expecting a LX type of refresh for GX.
they badly need to redo the current wheels - cant stand the curvy 6 spoke nature of them
07-22-13, 06:38 AM
#49
Koz
07-22-13, 08:50 AM
#50
I doubt that the 5.7L V8 will come to the GX, but even Toyota's 4.0L V6 makes just 30 hp less than the GX. It would be nice to see them bump up the HP (~340) to be more competitive, and add an 8AT for better gas mileage. Those two things alone would really go a long way, IMO.
A little more power and efficiency, with an LX-like refresh would be incredible.
A little more power and efficiency, with an LX-like refresh would be incredible.
07-22-13, 10:18 AM
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I like the current GX460 pretty much just the way it is, 97%. I hope they don't mess with it too much for the 2014 model year. I would possibly be interested in ordering one.
Only thing it should have standard rather than optional are parking sensors.
Only thing it should have standard rather than optional are parking sensors.
07-22-13, 07:50 PM
#53
They are pretty much on every vehicle you see on the lot. Yes, option, but still on every vehicle. Kinda like a Navigation. You really can't find a GX without one.
07-23-13, 08:06 AM
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I'm not sure how you think your dealer, a salesman there no less, has an inside line on the 14s. You have people on this forum that bought their vehicles at some of the largest dealerships in the US, some of which are in LA and could be considered Lexus HQ neighbors. If I'm going to test the waters, doesn't make much sense to go across the country initially for feedback when you have potential resources in your back yard.
The majority of sales people don't even know the vehicles they are selling. The GX is on a 6 year product cycle and they're still selling well. Makes no sense for "significant updates" since it ain't broke. They may go spindle grill to align with all the other vehicles in the line and toss in the new infotainment system (which is a turd IMO)... beyond that, more chrome bits and a new color or two. In the end, I don't consider any of it to be a significant update, it's all aesthetic and typical mid-year life cycle refreshes.
If Lexus added terrain select, 4 corner air suspension, turbo, 5.7L or diesel, unibody,independent rear suspension, split lift gate, increased the size etc... that would get my attention.
The majority of sales people don't even know the vehicles they are selling. The GX is on a 6 year product cycle and they're still selling well. Makes no sense for "significant updates" since it ain't broke. They may go spindle grill to align with all the other vehicles in the line and toss in the new infotainment system (which is a turd IMO)... beyond that, more chrome bits and a new color or two. In the end, I don't consider any of it to be a significant update, it's all aesthetic and typical mid-year life cycle refreshes.
If Lexus added terrain select, 4 corner air suspension, turbo, 5.7L or diesel, unibody,independent rear suspension, split lift gate, increased the size etc... that would get my attention.
SOMEBODY at Lexus must know SOMETHING about the 2014s...maybe that information did trickle down to a dealer or two through Lexus regional reps, etc.
NOBODY is saying that the 2014 is going to be a redesign, just that "significant" changes will be made, i.e. changes that will make it stand out from the 2013 and prior models. That's all. It was a perfectly reasonable post. Sheesh.
07-23-13, 08:11 AM
#56
Racer
the navigation ive seen a few gxs without.
besides, these navis get quite outdated quick, so we never going to buy another vehicle wiht this again.
why cant everyone just do what tesla does? put a damn tablet console to control everything..
07-23-13, 08:39 AM
#57
My personal opinion is that for what you pay for a factory nav, updates should be FREE for life. You can get free updates on a $100 GPS system. Also, a couple hundred dollars for an update is ridiculous!
ARE YOU LISTENING LEXUS!
Koz
ARE YOU LISTENING LEXUS!
Koz
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07-23-13, 11:44 AM
#58
I doubt that the 5.7L V8 will come to the GX, but even Toyota's 4.0L V6 makes just 30 hp less than the GX. It would be nice to see them bump up the HP (~340) to be more competitive, and add an 8AT for better gas mileage. Those two things alone would really go a long way, IMO.
A little more power and efficiency, with an LX-like refresh would be incredible.
A little more power and efficiency, with an LX-like refresh would be incredible.
07-23-13, 01:54 PM
#60
I doubt that the 5.7L V8 will come to the GX, but even Toyota's 4.0L V6 makes just 30 hp less than the GX. It would be nice to see them bump up the HP (~340) to be more competitive, and add an 8AT for better gas mileage. Those two things alone would really go a long way, IMO.
A little more power and efficiency, with an LX-like refresh would be incredible.
A little more power and efficiency, with an LX-like refresh would be incredible.
