GX550 reviews
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We bought a 2024 Overtrail back in January that we found with 5000 miles on it. We did not do a lot of research on the different trim levels at the time and some things were surprising like lack of programmable seat/steering wheel memory, but my wife really wanted a white/black GX 550 so we grabbed it while we could.
After driving it for the past 7 months, we have really enjoyed it with a few minor complaints. One is the lack of driver setting memory like I mentioned above. In addition, the relatively small gas tank and limited range is a bit annoying but the larger annoyance is the A/C system. The vents are limited and placed in a way that it's very difficult to get air up to your face. It seems to also take a long time to cool down - no ideal when we have it parked outside in the summer sun. Apparently the base trim is also missing some overhead vents in the back so the only air directed at passengers in the back is from the lower vent behind the center console.
The brake squeal issue is also real, but only in the mornings when backing out of the driveway. The Lexus dealership in Plano has the parts on order for the TSB, hopefully they will be here in the next month or so. We have been waiting 2 months so far.
This is the first Lexus we have owned, previously had a X5 and a Range Rover Sport. I would say the drive is comparable to the RR, although the overtrail is a bit of a stiffer ride. Overall we are happy with her.
After driving it for the past 7 months, we have really enjoyed it with a few minor complaints. One is the lack of driver setting memory like I mentioned above. In addition, the relatively small gas tank and limited range is a bit annoying but the larger annoyance is the A/C system. The vents are limited and placed in a way that it's very difficult to get air up to your face. It seems to also take a long time to cool down - no ideal when we have it parked outside in the summer sun. Apparently the base trim is also missing some overhead vents in the back so the only air directed at passengers in the back is from the lower vent behind the center console.
The brake squeal issue is also real, but only in the mornings when backing out of the driveway. The Lexus dealership in Plano has the parts on order for the TSB, hopefully they will be here in the next month or so. We have been waiting 2 months so far.
This is the first Lexus we have owned, previously had a X5 and a Range Rover Sport. I would say the drive is comparable to the RR, although the overtrail is a bit of a stiffer ride. Overall we are happy with her.
The rear seat AC in the Overtrail does indeed suck, but I believe the other trims have overhead vents.
Try this to help your A/C cool faster. Touch the Climate button on the bottom of the main screen and turn off "S-Flow" which is designed to only direct air to occupied seats for some reason. I actually turned off all climate concierge features. It's an annoying system and sucks you have to revert back to old school manual control to make it work better.
Try this to help your A/C cool faster. Touch the Climate button on the bottom of the main screen and turn off "S-Flow" which is designed to only direct air to occupied seats for some reason. I actually turned off all climate concierge features. It's an annoying system and sucks you have to revert back to old school manual control to make it work better.
Thanks. Yeah, that is the first thing I do when I get into the car.
You have to do it every time? Mine stays off unless I turn it back on.
Yes, its weird. I have to turn it off every time. But if we use my wife's key, it's normally already off.
The more and more I read about all the annoyances, missing features and related on this SUV the less excited I am about it. Had planned to replace my Expedition MAX with one in about 2-3 years so hopefully they fix some of these things that seem crazy out of line for Lexus SUV in the price range.
my wife has had zero complaints so far through 1 week of ownership
..and it's beautiful
..and it's beautiful
My wife likes hers we have had it about a month
The worst lexus is far better than any expedition. No comparison.
oh no said:
my wife has had zero complaints so far through 1 week of ownership
..and it's beautiful
Sales rep name or initials?
I ask only because I have a lifelong friend that works at that dealership.
JM
Just curious if theft is a concern of these vehicles? Given the price point, desirability and wait would have me thinking an aftermarket alarm is needed.
People who steal a Lexus are usually pretty crafty I would think. Not sure if an aftermarket alarm would do anything.
Just park next to a Hellcat and you're probably not the car getting stolen.
Just park next to a Hellcat and you're probably not the car getting stolen.
Roll the Bones said:
We bought a 2024 Overtrail back in January that we found with 5000 miles on it. We did not do a lot of research on the different trim levels at the time and some things were surprising like lack of programmable seat/steering wheel memory, but my wife really wanted a white/black GX 550 so we grabbed it while we could.
After driving it for the past 7 months, we have really enjoyed it with a few minor complaints. One is the lack of driver setting memory like I mentioned above. In addition, the relatively small gas tank and limited range is a bit annoying but the larger annoyance is the A/C system. The vents are limited and placed in a way that it's very difficult to get air up to your face. It seems to also take a long time to cool down - no ideal when we have it parked outside in the summer sun. Apparently the base trim is also missing some overhead vents in the back so the only air directed at passengers in the back is from the lower vent behind the center console.
The brake squeal issue is also real, but only in the mornings when backing out of the driveway. The Lexus dealership in Plano has the parts on order for the TSB, hopefully they will be here in the next month or so. We have been waiting 2 months so far.
This is the first Lexus we have owned, previously had a X5 and a Range Rover Sport. I would say the drive is comparable to the RR, although the overtrail is a bit of a stiffer ride. Overall we are happy with her.
The lack of features on a supposedly "luxury" vehicle is just astounding to me. HTF can it not have seat memory. I think my kid's 2009 Camry has seat memory. It's not automatic based on the key like newer vehicles and you have to push a single button, but it's there. Wife's $35,000 MSRP 2023 CRV has it based on which key is in your pocket and it moves as you get into the car.
My 2023 ES350 did not have a 360 camera and the back up lines did not curve with the steering wheel? Really Lexus? MY wife's 2018 CRV did that but your $50,000+ "luxury" sedan does not?
Acura's do not come with remote start on the key fob as standard except at the highest trim levels. But most Honda's at EX trim level and above do. You can add it for $700 (new fobs and new programming) to your Acura or buy the higher trim level which are $5k - $20k more money.
FTAco07 said:
The rear seat AC in the Overtrail does indeed suck, but I believe the other trims have overhead vents.
Try this to help your A/C cool faster. Touch the Climate button on the bottom of the main screen and turn off "S-Flow" which is designed to only direct air to occupied seats for some reason. I actually turned off all climate concierge features. It's an annoying system and sucks you have to revert back to old school manual control to make it work better.
the new refrigerants don't help at all.
Also, some new cars to increase fuel mileage CAFE ratings will stop the compressor at times to increase gas milage which hurts the AC performance.
On my wife's CRV, she keeps it at the lowest temp setting and, fortunately, the "eco" mode on the engine defaults to off and those two help keep the compressor running. But the new refrigerants suck.
agracer said:Roll the Bones said:
We bought a 2024 Overtrail back in January that we found with 5000 miles on it. We did not do a lot of research on the different trim levels at the time and some things were surprising like lack of programmable seat/steering wheel memory, but my wife really wanted a white/black GX 550 so we grabbed it while we could.
After driving it for the past 7 months, we have really enjoyed it with a few minor complaints. One is the lack of driver setting memory like I mentioned above. In addition, the relatively small gas tank and limited range is a bit annoying but the larger annoyance is the A/C system. The vents are limited and placed in a way that it's very difficult to get air up to your face. It seems to also take a long time to cool down - no ideal when we have it parked outside in the summer sun. Apparently the base trim is also missing some overhead vents in the back so the only air directed at passengers in the back is from the lower vent behind the center console.
The brake squeal issue is also real, but only in the mornings when backing out of the driveway. The Lexus dealership in Plano has the parts on order for the TSB, hopefully they will be here in the next month or so. We have been waiting 2 months so far.
This is the first Lexus we have owned, previously had a X5 and a Range Rover Sport. I would say the drive is comparable to the RR, although the overtrail is a bit of a stiffer ride. Overall we are happy with her.
The lack of features on a supposedly "luxury" vehicle is just astounding to me. HTF can it not have seat memory. I think my kid's 2009 Camry has seat memory. It's not automatic based on the key like newer vehicles and you have to push a single button, but it's there. Wife's $35,000 MSRP 2023 CRV has it based on which key is in your pocket and it moves as you get into the car.
My 2023 ES350 did not have a 360 camera and the back up lines did not curve with the steering wheel? Really Lexus? MY wife's 2018 CRV did that but your $50,000+ "luxury" sedan does not?
Acura's do not come with remote start on the key fob as standard except at the highest trim levels. But most Honda's at EX trim level and above do. You can add it for $700 (new fobs and new programming) to your Acura or buy the higher trim level which are $5k - $20k more money.
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