The Lexus GX 470 is a car that boasts a fine amalgam of luxury and elegant styling in an excellent off-road-ready package. The Lexus GX 470   occupies a top spot in the Lexus lineup between their full-sized LX 470 and a compact RX 350 SUV. The automobile   provides you with all things luxury you expect from the Japanese carmaker with top-notch versatility. Check out some exciting attributes of this luxury SUV that automobile enthusiasts love.

Exterior
Lexus GX 470   is undeniably one of the prettiest SUVs, a full-sized vehicle with curves in all the right places. It is big but not deplorable or hefty, like the others on the road. Lexus delicately accessorized it with a soft curvy body. GX was too sophisticated for chrome dripping, which you can notice on a lone strip underneath the windows, the door handles, and the front grille. The remaining sparkle comes from an appealing metal paint. Its passenger doors open effortlessly and remain where you put them. The rear door armrest works as a grab handle, and the running boards ensure that the higher climb-in height is acceptable. In the rear, the flat stepping area offers excellent footing to the passengers proceeding toward the third row. The rear cargo door opens to the side, unlike upwards in the case of most SUVs, and appears seemingly odd, given the big rear door.

Driving
Since this beautiful vehicle soldiers on as a body-on-frame, it has a truck-like feel, unlike some of the newer car-based crossovers. Regardless, the vehicle impresses with its sure-footed handling and smooth, refined ride. Its rear adjustable height control and standard adaptive variable suspension amplify its comfort and versatility by letting the driver choose a softer or stiffer suspension tuning for different conditions. Such features also modify the rear height by 1.2 inches for easy cargo loading and added off-road ground clearance. 

Performance
Lexus GX 470 is powered by the V8, 4.7-liter engine, yielding 323 pound-feet of torque and 263 horsepower. Its only available gearbox is the five-speed automatic transmission that offers power to all four wheels, courtesy of its dual-range transfer case. When properly equipped, you can expect a 6,500 pounds towing capacity. The EPA fuel ratings are 15 mpg in combined driving, 18 mpg on the highway, and 14 mpg in the city.

Interior
Its interior is more like any typical Lexus, which is nothing but outstanding. Occupants enjoy a rich wood trim with supple leather upholstery. Surfaces are soft on the touch, materials employed are of top grade, and every component is put together with Swiss-timepiece precision. Its diverse attribute list translates into a busy-looking control panel, but fortunately, each control is intuitive. Its optional navigation system and gauges are easily read. The system comes with voice activation, phone book synchronization via Bluetooth, a high-resolution display, and iPod integration. Its maximum cargo space is 78 cubic feet. Hence, the storage is average compared to most SUVs of this size. Its second-row seats fold down but do not go flat, and the third-row seats fold up to the sides. Please note the third row is optional. Instead of going with the usual fold-down tailgate, Lexus opted for the side-hinged rear door, making the cargo loading a bit challenging during the parallel-parking situation.  

Safety
Staying true to the brand’s legacy, the Lexus GX 470 comes well-engineered with safety features like front-seat side airbags, roll-sensing side curtain airbags for the first two rows, and antilock disc brakes. Other standard safety attributes are stability control, traction control, hill-start assists control, and downhill assist control. Lexus Link communications system is an optional add-on apart from a rearview camera alongside a navigation system. 

Looking at the features above, one can infer that the GX 470 is a car that exceeds expectations. Overall, it is an all-rounder of an automobile as it offers a quiet, luxurious, and comfortable ride. It is fun to ride, fast, and provides all options one desires in a luxury SUV.