One Year Review (Acquired 5-6-2024)

Ben O

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It’s been one year since I took delivery of my(Caviar) Premium Plus. I wanted a three-row SUV, so the OverTrail was out, and I did not want 22-inch wheels, so the Luxury was also out. If everyone remembers, options were limited and came built into the price.
My build included:
Head-up display
Digital Key
Tonneau Cover
Cold air Package
Head lap cleaner and Windshield de-
Traffic Jam Assist
All-Weather Floor liners
Cargo Net
Key glove.
Adding approximately $2600 to my build.
I paid sticker price Park Place Lexus…very fair considering many dealerships were adding premiums. I also have a great relationship with my service tech Greg D., he is very capable and knowledgeable. I've read many comments about lousy service experiences not so at Park Place Lexus, Grapevine Texas.
Late 2023/early 2024 I was running out of patience with the delays and looked into purchasing a Defender. Just prior I decided to stop by my Lexus dealership; my salesman assured me I would be one of the first in line once they were available. In retrospect, should I have gone with the Defender (beautiful SUV) and/or any other regrets… NO! I love the drive, stability, power, updated technology and safety of the new GX.
I’ve received many compliments from strangers and my friends who have ridden with me love the ride and look.
I knew there would be a few “bugs,” and they have been minor and fixed by my dealership. The squeaky brakes while backing up were fixed early on. My gas gauge indicates 333 miles available when full. My hood has a slight wobble at higher speeds but minor at best. I do like the improved view while driving much better than my previous GX. The transmission response is excellent and the brakes are a huge improvement.

I also changed my oil at 1K and 5K. I have approximately 9800 miles and am going in for my first full service.

The Premium Plus is the complete package for my needs and I highly recommend it! Yes, there can always be something improved however this updated version of the GX is fantastic... To be honest I love driving it!
 
Lexus update


It’s been one year since I took delivery of my(Caviar) Premium Plus. I wanted a three-row SUV, so the OverTrail was out, and I did not want 22-inch wheels, so the Luxury was also out. If everyone remembers, options were limited and came built into the price.
My build included:
Head-up display
Digital Key
Tonneau Cover
Cold air Package
Head lap cleaner and Windshield de-
Traffic Jam Assist
All-Weather Floor liners
Cargo Net
Key glove.
Adding approximately $2600 to my build.
I paid sticker price Park Place Lexus…very fair considering many dealerships were adding premiums. I also have a great relationship with my service tech Greg D., he is very capable and knowledgeable. I've read many comments about lousy service experiences not so at Park Place Lexus, Grapevine Texas.
Late 2023/early 2024 I was running out of patience with the delays and looked into purchasing a Defender. Just prior I decided to stop by my Lexus dealership; my salesman assured me I would be one of the first in line once they were available. In retrospect, should I have gone with the Defender (beautiful SUV) and/or any other regrets… NO! I love the drive, stability, power, updated technology and safety of the new GX.
I’ve received many compliments from strangers and my friends who have ridden with me love the ride and look.
I knew there would be a few “bugs,” and they have been minor and fixed by my dealership. The squeaky brakes while backing up were fixed early on. My gas gauge indicates 333 miles available when full. My hood has a slight wobble at higher speeds but minor at best. I do like the improved view while driving much better than my previous GX. The transmission response is excellent and the brakes are a huge improvement.

I also changed my oil at 1K and 5K. I have approximately 9800 miles and am going in for my first full service.

The Premium Plus is the complete package for my needs and I highly recommend it! Yes, there can always be something improved however this updated version of the GX is fantastic... To be honest I love driving it!
I agree. Our 2025 Atomic Silver Premium + arrived this past March. Could not ask for a better vehicle. Our dealer in Macon Ga has bent over backwards to help us including the service department. We are beginning to get comfortable with all the new tech. Only issue that I have which is minor and expected since we came from a 4 runner is the bug spatter. We knew it would be a bug magnet and it is. MPG is now averaging between 19 and 22. Last fill up gave a range of 366 miles. Overall we are both happy with our choice.
 
I agree. Our 2025 Atomic Silver Premium + arrived this past March. Could not ask for a better vehicle. Our dealer in Macon Ga has bent over backwards to help us including the service department. We are beginning to get comfortable with all the new tech. Only issue that I have which is minor and expected since we came from a 4 runner is the bug spatter. We knew it would be a bug magnet and it is. MPG is now averaging between 19 and 22. Last fill up gave a range of 366 miles. Overall we are both happy with our choice.
What mode do you normally drive, ECO or Normal. I have been driving our Premium + in Normal for a couple months and averaged 17 - 20. I just started driving in ECO May 1st and will see after a month what we get for mileage readings.
 
I agree. Our 2025 Atomic Silver Premium + arrived this past March. Could not ask for a better vehicle. Our dealer in Macon Ga has bent over backwards to help us including the service department. We are beginning to get comfortable with all the new tech. Only issue that I have which is minor and expected since we came from a 4 runner is the bug spatter. We knew it would be a bug magnet and it is. MPG is now averaging between 19 and 22. Last fill up gave a range of 366 miles. Overall we are both happy with our choice.
Great to hear you are enjoying your GX as much as I am!
 
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