Lexus LX 570

Lexus LX is a full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) sold Lexus since 1996. Three generations of the Lexus LX have been produced, all based on a strong Toyota Land Cruiser is a long line of SUVs. First-generation LX 450 debuted in 1996, the first input Lexus SUV market. His successor, the LX 470 debuted in 1998 and produced until 2006. The latest third generation Lexus LX 570 debuted at New York International Auto Show in April 2007 to complete the reform of model year 2008.

Not later than two generations of the Lexus LX is also a V8 engine transmission, all welded unibody chassis in combination with steel ladder full-size (body frame structure), and the ability to seat eight passengers (LX 470 and LX 570). First-generation LX 450, classified as midsize SUVs, had a line-6 engine and the capacity to seven passengers. Second-generation LX 470 is a common designation external Toyota Land Cruiser Cygnus sold in Japan. Lexus LX luxury car ranks as the largest and most expensive utility, sized for the GX and RX SUV. It was the most expensive Lexus LS 600h offers up.

LX 450 is moved to the U.S. in early 1996 compared to the model 1996, Canada got the LX 1997. Lexus LX 450 is the first entry in an SUV on the market and almost entirely based on the sixth generation of 80-series Toyota Land Cruiser. Differences between the LX 450 and Land Cruiser lie restyled, more luxurious interior and softer suspension settings. The LX 450 is powered by 4.5 liter DOHC, four-valve inline-6 engine produces 212 hp (158 kW) and 275 ° lbf ft (373 Nm) of torque. Both front and back were solid. Externally, the LX 450 was largely the same as the number-80 Land Cruiser, with the exception of the grille, body side cladding, and the wheels. Side platforms can accelerate access to the cabin of a car. the vehicle is also equipped with additional sound-absorbing insulation.

services on board include leather seats and capacity for up to seven passengers in three rows of seats. The third row bench seat has been accessed by tilting the seat forward second-row bench. The third line can be bent to the side of more cargo room, and the second row seat can be folded down for extra space. The vehicle was also pre-wired for phone Lexus distance, and was equipped with a remote key entry. The three available options consisted of a central console for 6-disc CD, front and rear differentials electronic locking and electric sunroof. At the time of its creation in 1996, the LX 450 is listed in the U.S. the base MSRP of $ 47,995 a manufacturer. That was a premium of $ 7,000, the Land Cruiser, which had a base price of $ 40,678 for 1996.

Directed against the luxury SUV competitors such as Land Rover Rover / Range, the LX 450 sold over 5,000 units in 1996 and more than 9,000 units in 1997. At launch, the LX 450 sold his interest in initial production, resulting in a waiting list of two months from initial expectations that had called for 4,000 units sold this year The LX 450 is placed in the market that U.S. buyers have shown. increased interest in big SUVs;. these vehicles has increased due to popular opinions of his driver and the car features like high-Lexus customer research also revealed that one in six homeowners have been buying large SUVs to add to your garage. Another factor was the trade war between the U.S. and Japan in mid-1990.