History

The Lexus LX 470 has been a perennial best-seller ever since its introduction in 1998. Its rich interior materials, tight construction, balanced on and off-road capability and a long menu of safety and luxury features makes this SUV more than worthy of the Lexus name.

 

Overview

The Lexus LX 470 features a beautiful interior and superior off-road capability. It provides a quiet interior with a smooth ride and good handling. Quality, durability and reliability are ensured because it is a Lexus.

Lexus is known for its picturesque interiors, and the LX 470 lives up to that reputation. Three rows of seating are provided here. The LX 470 has capacity for eight people and seats six luxuriously. Large door openings make getting in and out easy.

The front seats are supremely comfortable. There’s a good view of the road ahead while large outside mirrors provide good rearward visibility. Attractive bird’s-eye maple trim adds an upscale look to the rich leather-trim upholstery. The steering wheel and shift knob are handsomely finished in a combination of wood and leather trim.

Every imaginable luxury feature is provided. Big rear quarter windows swing out at the touch of a pair of dash-mounted buttons. Side mirrors retract electrically for parking in tight quarters. Auxiliary power outlets are provided in the dash, center console and rear cargo area. A trip computer, digital clock, and compass are provided. A hydrocarbon sensor automatically switches the air to the “re-circulate” mode when high levels of air pollution are detected, while an activated charcoal micron filter removes dust, pollen, and odors from the interior air stream, a benefit for hay fever sufferers. Automatic climate controls are integrated into the navigation system. Steering-wheel audio controls make it easy to adjust volume and change pre-set radio stations. Other interior features include a sophisticated security feature for the remote keyless entry system, child safety-seat anchors for the second row seat, a digital compass integrated into the auto-dimming rearview mirror, rear cupholders and cargo-net hooks.

The navigation system screen can be used to watch DVD movies, but only when the transmission is in Park to eliminate any temptation to watch and drive at the same time. The audio portion of the movie can be played over the system while moving, though. The navigation system can be operated with voice commands.

 

Specifications

Engine

  • 235 Horsepower @ 4,800 rpm
  • 4.7 Liter, four-cam, 32-valve v8
  • Five-speed automatic

Standard Features

  • Leather-trimmed interior
  • Remote control for windows and moonroof
  • Steering-wheel audio controls
  • Lexus Personalized Settings
  • Lexus DVD Navigation System
  • Automatic Sound Levelizer
  • Six-disc CD auto-changer
  • Lexus Memory System
  • Homelink
  • Lexus Rear-Seat Audio System

Options

  • Mark Levinson Audio System
  • Lexus Night View
  • Lexus DVD Rear-Seat Entertainment System
  • Rear spoiler
  • Roof rack