Several things can be said about the Lexus LX470 series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their truck. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

2004 Lexus LX470 Base Specs

The restyled LX470 Base is equipped with a 4.7-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota five-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2003 version.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The LX470 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by torsion bar front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 2004 LX470 is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 25.40 gallons.

Statistics

The dimensions of the LX470 Base are 76.40 inches wide by 192.50 inches long. It sits 72.80 inches off the ground. It seats a standard eight passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 112.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the LX470 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $64,475, with a dealer invoice cost of $56,091. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

MPG Ratings

The LX470 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of thirteen in-city driving and seventeen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

In 2003 and 2004 the LX470 Base was availble in the exterior colors of Black Onyx, Blizzard Pearl, Blue Vapor Metallic, Eucalyptus Mica, Galactic Gray Mica, and Sand Dollar Pearl.

What We Think of the Lexus LX470

There are several reasons why the Lexus LX470 Base sold well in 2004. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a LX470.

Tags: 4-Door, Base, Lexus LX470, Sport Utility, United States market

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