Minor styling revisions made last year freshen the appearance of the LX 470, but it lacks the daring (or obnoxious) presence of the $51,055 Cadillac Escalade or the panache of the $71,200 Range Rover.

Still, if you want big, luxurious, and capable, then the Lexus LX 470 is an excellent choice. Its quality is first class and, with Lexus backing it up, it promises durability and reliability that are second to none along with dealers who care about customer satisfaction.