
Lexus gx 460 vs 4runner off road. The gx soaks up major bumps without issue and is far more docile around town. The dated but charming 2019 toyota 4runner is a throwback to. So much so that as part of the fj summit that toyota had invited me to lexus rolled. Lexus offers a four wheel drive system as standard on the gx 460 while the 4runner comes with rear wheel drive as standard.
The 2017 toyota 4runner is a traditional body on frame midsize suv related to the tacoma midsize truck the global land cruiser prado and us market lexus gx. It also has the ability to seat seven which isnt an option with the 4runner. Over the past few years lexus gx 460s and gx 470s have become extremely popular in the off roading community. Where the gx does beat the 4runner is in ride comfort.
Its front fascia hangs down low its running boards are integrated into the rocker panels and therefore arent removable and low hanging aero bits front and rear seem out of place for a vehicle whose main selling point is off road capability. While the 4runners range topping limited trim has some luxury features the gx 460 is a really opulent vehicle. The 2019 lexus gx 460 delivers formidable capability but its well behind crossover rivals in the ways most drivers use their suvs. For better maneuverability the 4runners turning circle is 37 feet tighter than the gx460s 374 feet vs.
81 inches allowing the 4runner to travel over rougher terrain without being stopped or damaged. That said the gx 460 has significantly more body cladding than the 4runner which serves to neuter it to a degree when it comes to off road geometry. The lexus gx460 is tough off road but tougher to recommend.