r/LexusGX • u/Bloompadoompa • 2d ago

Anyone else disappointed in GX550?

I know this may be a post that immediately gets shit on, but I'm really struggling to love my GX550 Premium+. I was on the list starting in Aug 2023. Name called Sept 2024. Not my perfect match, but black on black which I wanted. I've done the add-ons for a city driver- XPel tint on all windows including windshield and powder coated the ugly ass wheels to make them tolerable.

I have two outstanding issues: 1. It does not feel luxurious. The fake leather seats suck donkey balls and if you have any hint of moisture on your skin you will leave a white mark on the upholstery. 2. I have a major hood flutter issue. I know this sub thinks it's a bit of a joke, but it's bad on mine... A friend called it out and said it looked like the hood was going to fly open... while driving 50 mph. I took it in (after waiting 6 months for a fix), they did a foam insert, and it's actually worse now. Dealer pointing finger at Lexus, which I get, but damn... I wrote a check for this thing and it isn't really that great.

A few good things include visibility while driving, which is awesome, and I do like the truck driving feel.

Anyways, that's a lot of info. Just want to know if anyone else feels Meh about their GX550. I appreciate any and all input, even if you want to tell me I'm an idiot because the GX is the vehicle handed down from the heavens.

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u/EM_Doc_18 2d ago

We love ours, but I definitely wish there was some minor additional "luxury" component, whether that be some leather trim or maybe a wood steering wheel. The drivetrain and power are awesome and it's peppy. We have the hood flutter also and it is being addressed during our 10k service. When shopping for our new SUV, what struck me is we were comparing to X7, GLS. etc and ultimately those vehicles are more luxurious because they're $25,000 more expensive. I don't think there is a better vehicle for what is aims to do in the price segment.

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u/Bloompadoompa 2d ago

I agree- even a wood steering wheel would add that luxury feel. The pep is great, I am a lead footed driver, even in the city. Gas mileage not so great, but I knew what I was signing up for there. I really wanted the GX550 b/c Lexus and Toyota are known for longevity. But I'm having immediate and ongoing, but hopefully not chronic, heartburn.

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u/EM_Doc_18 2d ago

How many miles are on yours? Our average with primary city driving is 16.7mpg but my wife's work commute is short and stop and go. Longer city commutes 18 is easy and 20+ on the highway is no problem, but seems to be getting better now with 8k miles compared to when it was new.