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Summary
Lexus calls the RX 330 an LUV for luxury utility vehicle." We'll call it an SUV for "suburban utility vehicle." In many ways, a minivan has more utility, more room inside, more seats, and even, as in the new 2004 Toyota Sienna, four-wheel drive. But the RX 330 has more panache than any minivan, which may be perceived as too suburban.That said, the RX 330 offers a good ride, a plush, innovative interior, ready power with an 18/24 mpg city/highway EPA mileage rating (4x4), and the confidence that all-wheel drive confers in winter driving, all with more room and, to some eyes, more elan than a simple sedan. Add Lexus quality and reliability and that all-important see-over-the-traffic seat height and it's your move, LUV."
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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RX 330 2WD ($35,025); RX 330 4WD ($36,425) |
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Engines:
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3.3-liter ohv 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, EBD (electronic brake force distribution, BA (brake assist), traction control, advanced front airbags including driver kneebag, side-impact airbag, front and rear side curtain airbags, vehicle stability control, daytime running lights |
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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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Cambridge, Ontario, Canada; Kyushu, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Lexus RX 330 4WD ($36,425) |
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Standard Equipment:
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one-touch power windows, power locks with remote, power outside mirrors w/electrochromatic dimming, dual-zone climate control, AM/FM/CD 6-disc in-dash changer, power driver and front passenger seat, Homelink, tilt wheel, auto-retracting cargo cover, floor mats, automatic on/off headlamps, foglamps, 17-inch alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Premium Plus package ($3,440) includes leather, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel with memory, one-touch open/close moonroof, power liftgate, high-intensity headlamps, roof rack, wood-and-leather steering wheel and shift knob, illuminated entry); 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/55R18 mud & snow tires ($215); heated front seats with rain-sensing wipers and headlamp washers ($665); wheel locks ($66); cargo mat ($92) |
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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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41478 |
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Layout:
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all-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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230 @ 5600 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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242 @ 3600 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/24 |
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Wheelbase:
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106.9 |
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Length/width/height:
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186.2/72.6/66.1 |
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Track, f/r:
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62.0/61.2 |
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Turning circle:
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37.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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39.4/55.6/42.5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.6/55.1/36.4 |
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Cargo volume:
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84.7 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3,500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent |
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Suspension, r:
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independent |
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Ground clearance:
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7.5 |
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Curb weight:
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4,065 |
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Tires:
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P235/55HR18 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS, BA and EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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19.2 |
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