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2005 lexus gx 470 review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Revised engine improves performance and efficiency. introductionthe lexus gx 470 gives its driver impressive off-road capability while providing a smooth ride on the pavement. Based on the newly redesigned toyota 4runner, the gx 470 can go just about anywhere. Yet its cabin is comfortable and luxurious. the lexus gx 470 gets a boost in performance for 2005 with a more powerful v8 engine. That doesn't mean outdated technology, however. Traction is automatically applied to the tires with the best grip. Downhill assist control helps the gx 470 get down slippery inclines. Meanwhile, vehicle stability control helps the driver maintain control on slippery turns. As its name suggests, the gx 470 comes with a powerful 4. 7-liter v8 engine. inside, the gx 470 is roomy and quiet, swathed in leather and bird's-eye maple. The available navigation system has been updated with improved graphics and new functions. A new sport model comes fitted with a dynamic suspension system and special interior and exterior trim. lineupthe lexus gx 470 45,775) comes loaded with luxury features, including leather trimmed upholstery, power seats, power mirrors, power windows, a wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, heated seats, rain-sensing wipers, automatic dual climate control, homelink, a 115v ac power outlet in the cargo area, am/fm/cassette/6-disc cd changer with 11 speakers, rear seat audio system with remote control and headphones, roof rack, a glass moonroof, and illuminated running boards. the 4. 7-liter v8 and five-speed automatic are standard. Also standard: anti-lock brakes, traction control, vehicle stability control (vsc), torsen limited-slip differential, and adaptive variable suspension with adjustable height control. Gx 470 rides on 265/65hr17 tires on 17-inch alloy wheels. options include a third-row seat with rear air conditioning 2,030); the navigation system bundled with a mark levinson premium audio system 2,700); a rear-seat entertainment system with two headphones 1,560); and a tow hitch receiver 50). Bluetooth is an option on 2005 models, allowing the driver to wirelessly link cellular telephones to the gx for hands-free communication. the new sport model is equipped with the kinetic dynamic suspension system, which uses electronically controlled hydraulic cylinders to help vary the degree of sway resistance provided by the front and rear stabilizer bars. The sport model is distinguished by special exterior trim, including wheels and roof rack finished in a dark graphite color, while the interior is highlighted by black bird's-eye maple wood and dark graphite metallic trim. standard passive-safety equipment includes dual-stage frontal airbags and side airbags for the front and second-row seats, and side curtain airbags designed to help provide head protection should the vehicle roll. Three-point seatbelts are provided for each seating position, and the front belts are equipped with pretensioners and force limiters to help minimize seatbelt-related injuries. A tire pressure monitoring system is standard. walkaroundthe lexus gx 470 is a big, brawny vehicle. It doesn't look big on the outside, but it does look tall. The body shell is the same five-door design as a toyota 4runner, with a lexus-style grille and lamps. The gx 470 has a peaky hood and grille combination, and nicely integrated body-colored bumpers, fender flares and side moldings. Massive headlamps and high-mounted, complex tail lamps adorn its corners. interiorthe interior of the gx 470 is trimmed in rich leather and bird's-eye maple. It's roomy and comfortable with large, comfortable seats and lots of elbow room. The quality of materials is excellent. Tall side windows afford a good view out, making for an airy cabin. one of the beauties of driving any lexus product is that everything is where it's supposed to be, and everything is clearly labeled. All of the gauges and instruments are large and easy to read, with simple graphics shared by other lexus products. Switchgear and other controls are large, straightforward, elegantly designed and easy to operate. the available lexus navigation system works well and has been upgraded for 2005 for improved graphics. An available rear backup camera displays a view of what's directly behind the vehicle on the navigation system's seven-inch lcd screen when reverse is engaged. That can help the driver avoid backing over obstacles, such as a tricycle left in the driveway. the optional mark levinson audio system turns the gx 470 into a concert hall on wheels. And the optional dvd rear-seat entertainment system turns it into a mobile theater for up to six passengers. This is a space-efficient vehicle. The second-row bench folds down and is split 60/40 for versatility. order the optional third row and the gx 470 can seat eight. The third row is suitable for children, but it's pretty hopeless for adults. Available rear air conditioning brings improved heating and cooling comfort to third-row passengers and dogs. split 50/50, the third-row seats can be folded up out of the way or removed and stored. What starts as a 13 cubic-foot cargo bay can be expanded in steps by folding or removing seats up to more than 77 cubic feet with the lightweight rear seats removed and the second row folded. That's not a lot of cargo space in the world of suvs, however. Its array of onboard electronics is unrivalled in this segment at this price, and all systems work in concert to make this machine come alive, whatever the driving conditions. the 4. 7-liter v8 delivers world-class smoothness and quietness. At highway cruising speeds, the v8 is barely audible. It delivers good power with strong torque for towing, 270 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque. As heavy as it is, the gx 470 is no slouch in the performance department, capable of full-throttle sprints from 0 to 60 mph in about 8. 1 seconds, with a nice v8 intake roar to go with it. The v8 is shared with the lexus lx 470 and is optional with the toyota 4runner. For 2005, the v8 gets the company's vvt-i (variable-valve timing with intelligence) for improved efficiency and response at all engine speeds. Vvt-i also helps the gx 470 run cleaner, earning the government's more stringent ulev-ii (ultra low emissions vehicle) rating for 2005. Like the engine, the transmission is very smooth. the gx 470 handles impressively well for a body-on-frame truck with a live rear axle. Like most suvs, it feels heavy and ponderous with its big tires. The power steering system features different-ratio gears on the outer ends of the steering rack than in the middle, making steering quick and light in parking situations, but smoother and heavier on the highway, so the truck never feels over-assisted and never feels darty. As a result, the gx 470 feels very solid at high speeds. its adaptive variable suspension, which comes standard, continuously changes the shock absorber damping at each wheel individually in response to road surface conditions, speed, and steering and braking inputs from the driver. The system automatically increases shock absorber stiffness in transitional maneuvers. It also reduces dive under hard braking and squat under hard acceleration. The rear air suspension can raise rear ride height in rugged terrain or lower the rear end when loading cargo. Overall, the ride is remarkably refined for a truck with a live rear axle. Road vibration and pavement und.
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