Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Premium SUV
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Based on the same platform with the Toyota Land Cruiser V8, the Lexus LX was a large SUV with seating for up to seven people inside. It was in the same league with the Cadillac Escalade or Audi Q7.
With a solid background in off-road capabilities and great experience in building premium cars, the Lexus LX was introduced in 2007 at the New York International Auto Show. Despite its big size, the car-maker promised a comfortable ride inside and safe passage through difficult terrain.
The exterior resembled the Land Cruiser V8, but the front fascia was typical for a Lexus. The big and swept headlights, the four horizontal bars on the grille, and the big, muscular SUV stance were proof that its owner won't be unnoticed. The premium appearance was enhanced by chrome details and the side steps. The 20” light-alloy wheels and the rear roof-spoiler were standard features.
Inside, the Lexus was fitted as standard with full-leather upholstery for all seats. In the front, the big center stack hosted the Mark&Levinson audio system with up 19 speakers and an onboard hard-drive for up to 2000 songs offered as an option.
For the drivetrain, the LX 570 was fitted with a 5.7-liter V8 engine mated to a standard 6-speed automatic transmission. The all-wheel-drive system was fitted with a locking center differential and a low-range gear. On top of that, the adjustable suspension offered three levels for comfort, sport, or normal ride.
ENGINE SPECS - 570 6AT (380 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5663 cm3 |
Power: | 283 KW @ 5700 RPM 383 HP @ 5700 RPM 380 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 403 lb-ft @ 3600 RPM 546 Nm @ 3600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 285/50R20 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 196.5 in (4991 mm) |
Width: | 77.6 in (1971 mm) |
Height: | 73.4 in (1864 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 64.6/64.4 in (1,641/1,636 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 112.2 in (2850 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 15.5 cuFT (439 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.35 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5995 lbs (2719 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7275 lbs (3300 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 12 mpg US (19.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 18 mpg US (13.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |