The 2020 Lexus GX 460 comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.LED headlights are now standard.Lexus' Safety System+ included on every trim level.
Pros Decent off-road capability in a segment largely without it Seating position provides a good view of the road Easy-to-use interior controls
Cons Cargo capacity and rear-seat space are both compromised Uncomfortable seats Poor fuel economy and acceleration Poor ride on broken pavement
The 2020 Lexus GX is a rugged luxury SUV for those few who want serious capability in a plush package.The 2020 Lexus GX 460 is probably the most capable off-roader valet parked in front of a swanky restaurant or an upscale shopping center, at least as long as there are no Range Rovers present.
Pros Rugged personality Safety tech now standard Decent tow rig Cushy ride
Cons Funky tailgate Lousy fuel economy Trucky handling Cramped row three
Lexus has given the GX a host of upgrades for the 2020 model year. Its sheetmetal benefits from a revised spindle grille, and its back door, emblem, and license-garnish finish have been updated. Triple-beam LED headlights are now standard, and Atomic Silver joins the palette of exterior colors. Within its cabin, the GX gets new detailing on its steering wheel and shift knob, along with two new rear-seat USB ports. Additionally, the driver-assistance features in the Lexus Safety System+ suite of amenities are now standard on all models.
Pros Superb off-road skills, long list of standard driver-assistance features, peaceful cabin.
Cons Uncomfortable second-row seats, rivals models offer more cargo space, poor fuel economy.
The 2020 Land Rover Defender is a return to the U.S. for the boxy off-roader that helped start it all. This time with far more creature comforts.
Pros Back in the USA Boxy profile Upgraded interior Legendary capability Two body styles
Cons Turbo-4 for the big Defender 110? Pricey off-roader Odd looks at the rear Interior comfort is a question Pricey off-roader Odd looks at the rear Interior comfort is a question
Fully redesigned after many decades.Much more comfort and refinement.Lots of customization options.Part of the second Defender generation introduced for 2020.
Pros Strong off-road capabilities Numerous customization options High-tech safety and off-road features
Cons Not as tough-looking as the original
Land Rover reopens the book on one of its most iconic nameplates with the all-new 2020 Defender. Its boxy shape and retro details combine with design language found on modern Land Rovers to create an appearance that's both sophisticated and nostalgic. While the 2020 Defender looks like an ordinary crossover, it has serious off-road capabilities and rugged equipment that help it live up to its go-anywhere heritage.
