NCTD: 2008 Lexus GX

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Model Line Overview

Model lineup: Lexus GX 470 ($47,315)
Engines: 4.7-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 with variable valve timing
Transmissions: 5-speed automatic
Safety equipment (standard): frontal airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags; side curtain head-protection airbags with rollover sensing; seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters; ABS with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution; Vehicle Stability Control; traction control; tire-pressure monitor
Safety equipment (optional): back-up camera
Basic warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP): Lexus GX 470 ($47,315)
Standard equipment: leather upholstery; brown walnut trim; automatic climate control w/air filtration; 11-speaker AM/FM/cassette w/auxiliary input jack and six-CD changer in center console; rear-seat audio system; heated, power front seats w/driver's-side memory; reclining split/folding middle-row seats; overhead console w/map lights and storage; HomeLink universal transceiver; cruise control; power moonroof w/retractable sunshade; power windows w/auto up-down feature and pinch protection; rear quarter swing-out windows w/privacy glass; power tilt/telescopic steering column w/automatic tilt-away; steering wheel-mounted audio controls; floor mats; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass; remote keyless entry; first aid kit; tool kit
Options as tested (MSRP): third-row seat with rear air conditioner ($485); tow hitch receiver ($50); navigation system with Mark Levinson Audio ($3,250); rear seat DVD entertainment system ($1,650)
Destination charge: 765
Price as tested (MSRP): 53515
Layout: four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 263 @ 5400
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 323 @ 3400
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy: 15/19
Wheelbase: 109.8
Length/width/height: 188.2/74.0/74.6
Track, f/r: 62.2/62.2
Turning circle: 37.4
Seating capacity: 8
Head/hip/leg room, f: 40.2/55.1/41.8
Head/hip/leg room, m: 40.0/54.8/36.8
Head/hip/leg room, r: 36.5/56.4/24.9
Cargo volume: 77.5
Towing capacity: 6500
Suspension, f: independent, double-wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar, variable-rate shock absorbers
Suspension, r: live axle with four links, air springs, anti-roll bar, variable rate shock absorbers
Ground clearance: 8.3
Curb weight: 4871
Tires: P265/65HR17 mud and snow
Brakes. f/r: vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, electronic brake-force distribution

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