Reportajes autos


Model Line Overview

Model lineup:	Lexus GX 470 ($47,315)
Engines:	263-hp 4.7-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 with variable valve timing
Transmissions:	5-speed automatic
Safety equipment (standard):	frontal airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags; side curtain head-protection airbags with rollover sensing; seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters; ABS with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution; Vehicle Stability Control; traction control; tire-pressure monitor
Safety equipment (optional):	back-up camera
Basic warranty:	4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled in:	Tahara, Japan


Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP):	Lexus GX 470 ($47,315)
Standard equipment:	leather upholstery; brown walnut trim; automatic climate control w/air filtration; 11-speaker AM/FM/cassette w/auxiliary input jack and six-CD changer in center console; rear-seat audio system; heated, power front seats w/driver's-side memory; reclining split/folding middle-row seats; overhead console w/map lights and storage; HomeLink universal transceiver; cruise control; power moonroof w/retractable sunshade; power windows w/auto up-down feature and pinch protection; rear quarter swing-out windows w/privacy glass; power tilt/telescopic steering column w/automatic tilt-away; steering wheel-mounted audio controls; floor mats; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass; remote keyless entry; first aid kit; tool kit
Options as tested (MSRP):	third-row seat with rear air conditioner ($485); tow hitch receiver ($50); navigation system with Mark Levinson Audio ($3,250); rear seat DVD entertainment system ($1,650)
Destination charge:	($765)
Gas guzzler tax:	N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):	$53515
Layout:	four-wheel drive
Engine:	4.7-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 with variable valve timing
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	263 @ 5400
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	323 @ 3400
Transmission:	5-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	15/19 mpg
Wheelbase:	109.8 in.
Length/width/height:	188.2/74.0/74.6 in.
Track, f/r:	62.2/62.2 in.
Turning circle:	37.4 ft.
Seating capacity:	8
Head/hip/leg room, f:	40.2/55.1/41.8 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:	40.0/54.8/36.8
Head/hip/leg room, r:	36.5/56.4/24.9 in.
Cargo volume:	77.5 cu. ft.
Payload:	N/A
Towing capacity:	6500
Suspension, f:	independent, double-wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar, variable-rate shock absorbers
Suspension, r:	live axle with four links, air springs, anti-roll bar, variable rate shock absorbers
Ground clearance:	8.3 in.
Curb weight:	4871 lbs.
Tires:	P265/65HR17 mud and snow
Brakes, f/r:	vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, electronic brake-force distribution
Fuel capacity:	23.0 gal.