2024 Dodge Durango vs. 2023 Lexus GX 460 Review

Picture of the 2024 Dodge Durango

2024 Dodge
Durango

MSRP*: $41,670 to $95,995
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2023 Lexus
GX 460

MSRP*: $58,875 to $69,530
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MPG - City 12 - 19 MPG 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 85.1 ft3 64.7 ft3
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 360-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 475-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 710-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 301-hp, 4.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 293 - 710 hp 301 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 - 8,700 lbs 6,500 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 - 201.0 in 192.1 in
Exterior Width 75.8 - 76.4 in 74.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.1 in
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 40.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Dodge Durango than in the Lexus GX 460. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Dodge Durango and the Lexus GX 460.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Dodge Durango, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus GX 460.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Dodge Durango will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus GX 460.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Durango is much wider than the Lexus GX 460, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Dodge Durango, which is slightly longer than the Lexus GX 460.

Handling
The Dodge Durango has a larger turning radius than the Lexus GX 460, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Dodge Durango will do just as well as the Lexus GX 460, since they have about the same towing capacity. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Dodge Durango and the Lexus GX 460.

Powertrain
The Dodge Durango has much lower torque than the Lexus GX 460, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Dodge Durango has less seating than the Lexus GX 460, making the Lexus GX 460 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. With the Dodge Durango, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus GX 460.