It is common to find buyers of the Lexus GX470 enthusiastic about their purchase. The GX470 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for over ten years. It is an important truck and the 2009 model is no exception. The Lexus GX470 falls into the sport utility for the family category. The GX470 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Lexuss year after year

Lexus GX470 Engine Specs

The GX470 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.7 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The fuel system for the 2009 GX470 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 19.20-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The GX470 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The truck uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the GX470 Base are 72.60 inches wide by 186.20 inches long. It sits 66.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 106.90 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $37,500 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $33,188. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.

The standard warranty period for the GX470 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 72 months or 70,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market.

Fuel Efficiency

The GX470 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.

We Think...

The 2009 model year was telling year for the Lexus GX470. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

Tags: 4-Door, Base, Canada market, Lexus GX470, Sport Utility

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