Lexus LS Reviews

The entry-level Lexus GX, the 550 Luxury, lists at $116,000, before on-road costs. Now be warned, according to Toyota’s website, that translates to more like $128,000 drive-away (in NSW). It’s also a long way above the entry-level Toyota Prado, the GX, which lists at $72,500, before on-roads.But something, something, something, ‘premium’, I guess. And besides, you do get a whole lot of stuff — and a whole lot of engine — for your money. The entry-level GX nabs 20-inch alloys with a full-size spare, LED lighting all around (including DRLs and fog lights), front and rear scuff plates, roof rails and a powered tailgate hinged at the top, rather than the side.Inside, there’s seating for seven, all wrapped in synthetic leather, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated window seats in the second row. There's also three-zone climate, a 14-inch central screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10-speaker stereo, a 12-3-inch driver screen, a head-up display and wireless device charging.You also get to choose from exactly one engine option. Every GX scores a very punchy 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine, along with a 10-speed automatic that feeds the power to all four wheels.The engine produces 260kW and 650Nm, and it feels sprightly. I don’t have a zero to 100km/h time for you, but if you’re trying to break the land-speed record in a car this big, well, maybe don’t.

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