EDMUNDS.COM 2004 LEXUS LX 470
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 Summary
What Edmunds.com Says
Yes, it costs well over $60,000. But for the money, you''d be hard-pressed to find a more versatile, luxurious and capable vehicle.
Pros
Quiet and refined demeanor, capable backwoods performer, slick adjustable suspension, splendid interior materials, Lexus build quality.
Cons
High price, lack of horsepower.
What''s New for 2004
The LX 470 is enhanced for 2004 with the addition of a rear backup camera system and new Bluetooth wireless technology that allows for hands-free cell phone use.
Overview
Introduction:
Luxury SUVs, despite the negative stigma often attached to them, are some of the most versatile and useful vehicles sold. They can be just as luxurious as a premium sedan, yet they also offer plenty of interior room, weather-beating four-wheel drive and rugged suspensions to take on anything from broken pavement to challenging off-road trails.The Lexus LX 470 has been a perennial favorite of our staff ever since its introduction in 1998. We have found much to like in its rich interior materials, tight construction, balanced on- and off-road capability and long menu of safety and luxury features. Though there are now many choices when it comes to luxury SUVs -- the Cadillac Escalade, Hummer H2, Land Rover Range Rover and Porsche Cayenne -- the LX is still a solid choice. It does just about everything you could ask and, given Lexus'' reputation for building very reliable vehicles, should provide many years of trouble-free service. Of course, one could make the same argument for the Land Cruiser and the Lexus GX 470. If you aren''t dead set on an LX 470, the Toyota or GX might just suit your needs and save you thousands of dollars in the process.
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Body Styles, Trim Levels and Options:
The LX 470 is a full-size four-door SUV based on the Toyota Land Cruiser. Standard equipment includes power-adjustable and heated front seats, illuminated running boards, automatic climate control, a DVD-based navigation system, auto-dimming mirrors, a moonroof and a rear backup camera system. The base audio system has a dash-mounted six-CD changer; an optional Mark Levinson audio system exists for those who need the utmost in audio quality. Other options include the Night View enhanced nighttime vision system (new last year), the Lexus Link emergency communications service, a roof rack and a dealer-installed DVD entertainment system for rear-seat passengers.
Powertrains and Performance:
Every LX 470 is four-wheel drive and uses a 4.7-liter V8 that produces 235 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque. Matched to a standard five-speed automatic transmission, this V8 is smooth but taxed by the vehicle''s substantial 5,600-pound curb weight. Fuel mileage is rated at 13 city/17 highway and, properly equipped, the LX 470 can tow a load up to 5,000 pounds.
Safety:
Standard equipment includes four-wheel antilock disc brakes, front seat-mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags for front and second-row occupants. To help avoid an accident, Lexus has fortified the brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and BrakeAssist. There is also VDC, Lexus'' stability control system. As of yet, the vehicle has not been crash tested by the NHTSA nor the IIHS.
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Interior Design and Special Features:
You get a sense that no expense was spared in creating its luxurious cabin. Indeed, the LX 470''s walnut wood trim is radiant in its luster and the perforated leather sumptuous in its suppleness. Materials used in the construction of the interior are generally of the highest quality. Three rows of seating come standard. The 60/40-split second row can be folded forward, and the 50/50-split rear bench can be removed entirely. So done, there is 90.4 cubic feet of cargo room available.
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Driving Impressions:
Ride and handling characteristics are as close to perfect as any large SUV has ever come. On the street, the ride is as smooth and buttery as you like, depending on which of the four modes you choose for the Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), which automatically adjusts shock absorber firmness according to driving style, road conditions and vehicle load. Even on challenging off-road trails composed of severe bumps and ruts, the LX 470 retains its compliant, forgiving ride quality.
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