GX Vs GXL

[Bushchook Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close Bushchook]

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I ended up with a Buying a GX auto D4D, Reasons were - 1) Wanted 5 Seater 2) Was happy with safety specs on GX 3) Didn't want plastic sidesteps 4) Can live without climate control and rear reverse camera 5) Happy to live with black door handles and mirrors 6) I orginally was looking at a 120 Series GXL and found for the money I could get a brand new 150 Series GX which comes with more. I don't think resale will be a problem in 2/3 years. I paid a lot less (7k i think) for the GX against the GXL and i reckon that will still be the difference in 3 years. No disrespect to GXL owners.
I have done 3000kms in my car and very happy overall. Though he is looking a bit bare at the moment. To come will be a ARB Bullbar, Roofracks, Dual Battery system, Rear Drawers, Radio and some better tyres. Can't wait to hit the road.

[NewK Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close NewK]

Re: GX Vs GXL

I ended up with a Buying a GX auto D4D, Reasons were - 1) Wanted 5 Seater 2) Was happy with safety specs on GX 3) Didn't want plastic sidesteps 4) Can live without climate control and rear reverse camera 5) Happy to live with black door handles and mirrors 6) I orginally was looking at a 120 Series GXL and found for the money I could get a brand new 150 Series GX which comes with more. I don't think resale will be a problem in 2/3 years. I paid a lot less (7k i think) for the GX against the GXL and i reckon that will still be the difference in 3 years. No disrespect to GXL owners.
I have done 3000kms in my car and very happy overall. Though he is looking a bit bare at the moment. To come will be a ARB Bullbar, Roofracks, Dual Battery system, Rear Drawers, Radio and some better tyres. Can't wait to hit the road.

Good on ya Bushchook, you sound like you used the same logic as me. Mine will come home to stay tomorrow!!

[Silvo Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Silvo]

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sound logic that..

i ended up paying $62k for my gxl - i was happy with that. the wife says i've got it for some time to come, so i shoudl be happy. :shock:

[cbm8880 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close cbm8880]

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Well thanks to everyone for their input. Please continue debating for the benefit of others. But I have decided on, and just ordered the following :

150 Prado GX
3.0 TD Auto
Graphite Metallic Paint
2500kg Towbar
Cargo Barrier
6 CD/MP3 etc Audio with Rearview Camera
ARB Dual Battery System
Weathershields
Bonnet Protector
Rubber Mats - Front, Rear and Cargo
Window Tint

Can't wait to pick her up!!!

[BenTas Member Find all posts View Profile Close BenTas]

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Well done CBM8880,

That'll be a nice rig when you get it

The only think I would change is having the door handles colour coded, and maybe a bar !

Have fun !

[cbm8880 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close cbm8880]

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Thanks BenTas,

We are planning on doing a camper trailer around Australia trip in about 12 months, so thats when a camper trailer and part (ii) of the plan comes along (snorkel, bar, suspension, etc).

[leighland Lurker Find all posts View Profile Close leighland]

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Hi there
What everyone is missing out upon is the rear Seats on the GX.
There are none and the Floor level is a good 6" lower than the GXL.
Therefore when you mount a Fridge onto the floor its much more easily accessable.
If you were to put Drawers in you could have them come to the same height as the Fridge.
AS far as side airbags the GX has them so Toyota says no side steps as do ARB.
The steps are not necessary as my Parents in law @ 89 find ease in entering the car for a ride.
Leighland

[charlie Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close charlie]

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Hi
After reading all this it's clarified my thinking, as i am $sensitive it is GX for me

[NewK Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close NewK]

GX Vs GXL

My GX has now had the tyres and wheels replaced, side steps added, cc arb bull bar, dual battery, rhino racks plus alloy rack, power outlets to the rear and black widow draws refitted from old car. Oh and the UHF and electric brake controller refitted.

Next week the arb suspension goes on. Ipf lights, blackwidow seat covers and moulded mats go in.

With the money I saved from buying GX manual I have paid for the mods!

[cbm8880 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close cbm8880]

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The GX has just been delivered and I am uber impressed!!! It comes with a few things that I didn't realise were on the list :
Trip computer with full fuel usage functionality and outside air temp gauge.
Electronic lumbar support control on the drivers seat.
Electronically adjustable headlight tilt.
Vented centre console (not enough to be a cool box though)
"Pleather" gear selector shoe and inboard knee rest areas for drive and front seat passenger.

Maybe some of you read the spec sheet closer than I, but for a "poverty pack", I think the GX exceeds all expectations.When I think of more that surprised me I will add to the list.

Cheers!

[lawrance Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close lawrance]

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I went with the GX, the money I saved on initial purchase price will go into mods. The wheels are an issue nothing out there in AT tyres for 6.5inch rims.

You can now get Cooper ST in 245/70x17" which, on the Cooper website, is supported on a wheel width of 6.5".

So there is no issues getting an all terrain tyre for the GX Prado now.

Here is the link to the Cooper tyre fitment guide:

http://www.coopertires.com.au/index.php ... &tyre_id=6

Only Cooper ST is available in the GX size of 245/75x17" but not the Cooper ST-C.

(GXL is 265/65x17")

[lawrance Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close lawrance]

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What everyone is missing out upon is the rear Seats on the GX.
There are none and the Floor level is a good 6" lower than the GXL.

Looks a lot more spacious indeed!