2003 Lexus LX 470 reviews and buying
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Lexus LX 470 resources:
2003 Lexus LX 470
Lexus has two entries for 2003 in the full-size SUV
segment, the luxury and the premium luxury edition LX
470. At the apex of the Lexus line, the LX 470 as much
power as any Lexus vehicle and a level of luxury that
matches that of the top-level luxury sedan.
Lexus LX 470 owners enjoy safari-proven off-road performance,
a truly premium level of luxury, seating for up to eight
people, a maximum cargo capacity of 90.4 cu. ft. and
a beefy towing capacity yet it still manages to avoid
the cumbersome awkwardness of some of the other full-size
SUV segment entries.
Under the Hood
The most powerful engine in the Lexus stable is standard
on the LX 470. A powerhouse 4.7-liter dohc V8, it produces
a respectable 230hp and 320lb-ft of torque with 80%
of its peak torque at available at 1100. Its power is
available throughout the engine’s range and can
propel this large vehicle to 60 mph in 10.1 seconds
but it still has a generous 6500lbs of towing capacity.
Despite this versatility of power management and ability,
the LX 470 meets Low Emissions Vehicle certification
requirements.
The LX 470 has a minimum ground clearance of 9.8 inches
and the innovative Hydraulic Adjustable Height Control
(AHC) system allows the driver to raise the vehicle
for particularly rough off-road terrain, and to lower
it for easy entry and exit. Current suspension height
is indicated by a height control switch and light and
the system is capable of recommending optimal height
in response to changing road conditions.
In fact, the LX 470 has an extensive list of handling
and performance innovation, demonstrating the peak of
Lexus technology; active TRAC (traction control), Downhill
Assist Control (DAC), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC),
Vehicle Skid Control (VSC), Adaptive Variable Suspension
damping to enhance towing performance and an anti-lock
brake system (ABS) that features Brake Assist (BA) and
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD). Safety considerations
have been addressed with equal intensity and comprehensiveness.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The LX models from Lexus are all remarkable for the
outstanding attention paid to interior amenities. Details,
seldom existing on many more expensive cars even as
options, are present on the LX models as standard equipment.
Automatic climate control, heated leather front seating
and trim, rear DVD entertainment system, premium audio
system with a six-disc in-dash CD changer, satellite
navigation with LCD screen, integrated HomeLink®
transmitter and a transponder anti-theft system mean
all combine to make the Lexus LX 470 a truly premium
luxury SUV. Add the extensive off-road capability and
you can have your cake and eat it too.
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