Americas Savagegees Grenadier vs Lexus GX comparison

[cyson]

These guys tend to get pretty indepth so sometimes it's a bit much for me on their car reviews but it was interesting that they even reviewed the Grenadier.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7m60xsBP_k

 

[Mister_BevilAcqua]

We own both; we've had a 2025 GX550 Overtrail in the garage since last fall. They aren't far off in their comparison. The Lexus is far and away better at all of the luxury and on-road things. And while it's a very nice SUV, it lacks the soul and character of the Grenadier. That might matter to enthusiasts like myself, but sadly, that's not where the majority of society lies. They want their tech and comfort; they don't care if the vehicle is different or stands out beyond caring about the status represented by the badge on the grille.

As someone who has owned multiple 200 Series, GX460's, 5th Gen 4Runners, FJC's, and many older LC's, I can honestly say that I am not in love with the direction Toyota is heading with their flagship off-roaders. I feel myself slowly pulling away from the brand as time goes on. @Rupert has owned many of these same vehicles as well and now owns both a Grenadier and GX550 too. Curious to hear his thoughts on the subject.

 

[quattroa4m]

As someone who's selection process was down to a GX550 or a Grenadier, there's been no regrets having gone with the Grenadier.

Two superficially similar vehicles with different core personalities.

The fact that Toyota still hasn't rolled out a fix for the main bearing barfing 3.4 engine in the GX550 (far worse in the Tundra), would seem to further distance the the GX550 as even a semi-serious off roader.

It would appear that Toyota has lost the plot.