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Lexus LX II (facelift 2002) 470 V8 (235 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Lexus LX:
The Lexus LX is a full-size luxury SUV sold by Lexus, a luxury division of Toyota since January 1996, having entered manufacturing in November 1995. As the flagship SUV from Lexus, it is the company's largest and most expensive SUV. Four generations have been produced, all based heavily on the long-running Toyota Land Cruiser SUVs. The first-generation LX 450 started production in 1995 as Lexus' first entry into the SUV market. Its successor, the LX 470, premiered in 1998 and was manufactured until 2007. The third-generation LX debuted at the New York International Auto Show in April 2007. The fourth-generation LX debuted in October 2021....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2002) Overview:
Lexus LX (II (facelift 2002)). With 434 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2450 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
470 V8 (235 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.7L 2UZ-FE V8 provides smooth, ample power (235 Hp) for a vehicle of this size, ensuring confident acceleration and excellent towing capacity, though it's not designed for sporty performance.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is a significant drawback, with a combined consumption of 15.7 l/100 km (approx. 15 MPG US), typical for a large, naturally aspirated V8 SUV of its vintage.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability (2UZ-FE engine)
- • Luxurious and comfortable interior for long journeys
- • Outstanding off-road capability and robust build quality
- • Spacious 8-seater capacity with ample cargo room
- • Smooth and powerful V8 engine for confident driving and towing
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy, especially in urban driving
- • Dated infotainment and technology by modern standards
- • Large size can be cumbersome in tight city environments
- • Not a performance-oriented SUV, handling is soft
- • Higher running costs due to fuel consumption and parts for a luxury vehicle
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1998 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lexus |
| Model: | LX |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2002) |
| Modification (Engine): | 470 V8 (235 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 235 Hp @ 4800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 50.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 434 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 2UZ-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 2UZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 4664 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.8 l |
| Coolant: | 15.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 95.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.6 kg/Nm, 177.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2450 |
| Max. weight: | 3110 |
| Max load: | 660 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2510 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 510 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2268 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4890 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1940 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1850 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1620 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 311 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 327 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 275/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.0J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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