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Summary
Lexus LX 470 features a beautiful interior and superior off-road capability. It provides a quiet interior with a smooth ride and good handling. If you want big, luxurious, and capable, then this is the benchmark.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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LX 470 ($61,855) |
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Engines:
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4.7-liter dohc 32v V8 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, Vehicle Skid Control, traction control, first aid kit, dual front airbags, three-point seat belts in outboard seating positions and center second-row seating position, pretensioners and force limiters in driver's and front passenger's seat belts |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Honsha, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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LX 470 ($61,855) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic air conditioning with outside temperature readout, leather upholstery, AM/FM stereo with six-CD changer, power windows, power mirrors, power locks, cruise control, tilt steering, aluminum alloy wheels, power moonroof, locking rear differential, automatic on/off headlights, memory system for two drivers, color-keyed running boards, power tilt/telescoping steering column, three auxiliary power outlets, rear wiper and defroster, DVD-based navigation system |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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luggage roof rack ($621); tow hitch ($294) |
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Destination Charge:
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575 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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63345 |
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Layout:
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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230 @ 4800 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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320 @ 3400 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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13/16 |
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Wheelbase:
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112.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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192.5/76.4/72.8 |
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Track, f/r:
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63.8/63.6 |
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Turning circle:
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39.7 |
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Seating capacity:
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8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.0/58.6/42.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39.4/57.9/34.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.3/56.4/27.3 |
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Cargo volume:
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90.4 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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6500 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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live axle |
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Ground clearance:
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8.7 |
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Curb weight:
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5401 |
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Tires:
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P275/70HR16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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25.4 |
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