2014 Lexus GX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2014 Lexus GX is a major mid-cycle refresh led by a new spindle-grille front end. Updated lighting, a standard 8-inch touchscreen, added trailer sway control, and a revised trim lineup make this a meaningful update rather than a carryover year.
About the 2014 Lexus GX
2nd generation (2010-2021), major 2014 refresh year
Lexus positioned the GX as a rare luxury SUV that could handle daily family duty and genuine trail use in the same vehicle. The core identity was a seven-passenger, body-on-frame SUV with a V8, full-time 4WD, low-range gearing, and Lexus comfort and quietness. In Lexus’ own messaging, it was a weekday family commuter that could turn into a weekend trail 4x4, which separated it from softer crossover-style luxury SUVs.
The 2014 GX is a seven-passenger luxury SUV with a 4.6-liter V8, full-time four-wheel drive, and a low-range setting for difficult terrain. The standard GX 460 emphasizes its trail and towing hardware, while the GX 460 Luxury adds navigation, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, blind-spot monitoring, and an adjustable rear air suspension.
What changed, by category
2014 Lexus GX specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd w/Seq Shft | Auto, 6-Spd w/Seq Shft |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 301 hp | 301 hp |
| Torque | 329 lb-ft | 329 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 6500 lb | 6500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 64.7 cu-ft | 64.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.3 in | 29.3 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Heated Windshield | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Power Folding Third Row Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Third Row Seat | ||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2014 Lexus GX fully redesigned?
No. The 2014 Lexus GX received a major mid-cycle update within the second generation, not a full redesign. Its appearance and cabin technology changed, but the basic platform and mechanical layout carried over.
What changed on the 2014 Lexus GX compared with the 2013 model?
The 2014 Lexus GX gained a spindle-grille front end, LED low-beam headlights and daytime running lights, clear taillamps, a standard 8-inch touchscreen, a backup camera, and standard trailer sway control. The trim lineup also changed, with GX 460 Luxury replacing GX 460 Premium.
Did the 2014 Lexus GX get a new engine or four-wheel-drive system?
No. The 2014 GX retained its 4.6-liter V8, six-speed automatic transmission, and full-time four-wheel-drive system with a low-range setting. The major updates centered on styling, technology, safety equipment, and trim packaging.
What replaced the GX 460 Premium for 2014?
The GX 460 Luxury replaced the previous Premium grade in the 2014 lineup. It included navigation, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, and an adjustable rear air suspension.
Is the 2014 Lexus GX meaningfully different from the 2013 model?
Yes. The 2014 model is meaningfully different if updated styling, a standard touchscreen, a backup camera, or trailer sway control matters to you. Its V8, full-time four-wheel drive, and truck-style construction remain fundamentally the same as before.
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