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 2002 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.

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.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 70,000/72 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $63,625, with a dealer invoice cost of $55,353. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2003 LX470 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

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.

Parting Shots

There are several reasons why the Lexus LX470 Base sold well in 2003. 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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