Base price: $70,085
Vehicle type: front-engine, rear-drive; 4-door 5-passenger sedan
Interior volume, F/R/cargo (cu ft) 57–59/48/18–20
Wheelbase 115.2 in
Length/width/height 196.7/72.0/57.9–58.7 in
Turning circle 37.4 ft
Curb weight 4100 lb
EPA city/hwy mpg 18/25
Fuel-tank capacity/range 22.2 gal/400 mi
Passive restraints driver and passenger front, side, and head airbags
POWERTRAIN
4.3-liter DOHC 32-valve V-8, 290 hp; 5-sp auto
SUSPENSION
F ind, unequal-length control arms, coil or air springs, anti-roll bar
R ind, unequal-length control arms, coil or air springs, anti-roll bar
BRAKES
F/R vented disc/vented disc
ABS standard
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LEXUS LS430
The LS430 is exceptionally well built and well equipped and wants for nothing in the luxury department. Its 4.3-liter DOHC V-8 produces 290 hp and, thanks in part to variable valve timing, makes 320 pound-feet of torque—enough to move our 4113-pound test car to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds. Its suspension is silky smooth and carefully damped. With the optional Euro-tuned suspension, it shows surprisingly sharp performance and response. Its styling, however, is undistinguished, lacking the presence of other cars in this class. For 2003 17-inch wheels are standard rather than optional, and all-season tires are offered. Base vehicles with climate-controlled front seats get new perforated leather. Further, a parking-assist system and climate-controlled front seats are now available as stand-alone options rather than as part of Ultra or Custom Luxury packages.
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