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Lincoln Navigator L vs. Lexus GX 470 Review

How the Lincoln Navigator L stacks up against the Lexus GX 470 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Lincoln Navigator L
Price Range: $56,120 - $59,465
2009 Lexus GX 470
Price: $47,615
Lincoln Navigator L vs. Lexus GX 470 Review

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Lexus GX 470 is definitely nimbler than the Lincoln Navigator L, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; however, remember that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Lincoln has a more sizeable engine than the GX 470. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Lincoln Navigator L is significantly more powerful than the Lexus GX 470.

Utility
Neither the Navigator L nor the Lexus GX 470 has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity. The Lincoln Navigator L is likely a better choice than the Lexus GX 470 as far as hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of loot or large animals. The Lincoln Navigator L outpulls the Lexus GX 470 by a large margin.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Lexus GX 470 offers a bit more head room than the Navigator L, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Navigator L make it substantially more spacious for your passengers than the Lexus GX 470.

Dimensions
The Navigator L is tremendously heavier than the Lexus GX 470. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Lincoln Navigator L than the Lexus GX 470 because of its bigger tank. The Lexus GX 470 fits in smaller parking spaces than the Lincoln Navigator L. The Lincoln Navigator L's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Lexus may give a nimbler feel in daily traffic.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Lexus GX 470 to the dealership as the Lincoln Navigator L. Regarding MSRP, the Lincoln Navigator L costs significantly more than the GX 470.

Warranty
The Lexus GX 470 and the Lincoln Navigator L have the same basic after-sale protection.

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