Driving Impressions

The pleasant, enjoyable GX 470 shines brightest when traveling off-road. Active TRAC stays quite busy when going uphill, while Downhill Assist Control is amazing. Unless you touch the gas or brake pedal, Downhill Assist Control keeps the vehicle moving very slowly.

This sport utility vehicle rides smoothly most of the time, but it takes an occasional bump with a jolt. Other than a slight driveline drone, the GX 470 is quiet. The seats are supportive and almost as comfortable as those in the LX 470.

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    Overhead console
    Overhead console The overhead console is useful for temporarily storing sunglasses and similar small items. CAUTION: Items that should not be left in the overhead console Do not leave glasses ...

    Glove box
    The glove box can be opened by pressing the lock release button and locked and unlocked using the mechanical key.   1. Opens. 2. Locks. 3. Unlocks. Power back door main switch (if equipped ...

    Performance
    Even if you like the looks inside and out — which many likely will — there is nothing endearing about the driving experience. First there's the body-lean issue. When you take a highway off-ramp at ...