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Lexus LX 570
With the official presentation of the LX570 at the April NYIAS, will the LX beget a new Land Cruiser for Toyota?
Will the 5.7 squeeze out another 20HP in the Lexus? Is that necessary, with the GL only pumping 335HP?
DrFill
Will the 5.7 squeeze out another 20HP in the Lexus? Is that necessary, with the GL only pumping 335HP?
DrFill
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It's supposed to debut at the 2007 New York International Auto Show next month.
I read that the new LX570 will appear at the New York Auto Show and the LX570 was going to be unveil on April 4th.
I hope the interior has been upgraded plus some new exteriors colors have been added.
I get tire of Black , Silver and White.
Lou
Keep a FULL CENTER ARMREST!!! Don't go with the little fold down armrests that provide ZERO support (like in the RX and GX) -- this is a big truck and it needs a fat, thick leather center armrest -- yes -- that's a deal killer for me!!!
Third row -- current design is a bit awkward.. I'm hearing rumors that the fold up design stays the same (no fold flat) but that now the seats fold electronically. Gotta see the execution on this setup -- I HOPE it's good.
Sleek, modern design -- I like the L Finesse direction Lexus has been moving towards... if the truck looks like an LS460 on stilts I'll be VERY happy...
Keep the price below 70K.....
P.S. Thanks Steve....
Looking forward to the unveiling!!!!
I think they should keep the price down too. There is more competition than there used to be in the segment, and unit sales even a year ago were not too impressive. They should imho keep the price unchanged while offering more standard equipment.
More power, goals of better on- and off-road capabilities and increased interior room highlight the 2008 Lexus LX 570 premiering in New York. Power, from the 5.7-liter, 381-hp V8 developed for parent company Toyota’s full-size Tundra, jumps 113 hp over the outgoing LX 470.
The Tundra’s six-speed automatic is also part of the new powertrain package. Electrohydraulic suspension and active height control reduce body roll and increase on-road comfort. Off-road abilities should benefit from increased wheel travel, crawl control and multiterrain antilock brakes.
Visually, the LX 570 taps into the Lexus L-finesse design theme for a more refined look, and the eight-passenger interior is 4 inches longer and nearly an inch wider. The LX 570 goes on sale in early 2008.
This IS a "truckified" LS460... my initial impressions are good.
Large, full center armrest -- CHECK!
Amazing LS460 Interior -- CHECK!
Outside appearance -- I'm reserving judgment 'till I see more pics or in person -- it looks a little "fat-n-chunky" -- still haven't seen the rear end.
Third row design -- I haven't seen any info yet -- anyone?
This is the most comprehensive gallery I've found so far of this truck.
The third row pics seem to indicate that it has been refined quite a bit. The power folding feature must look neat. Why they can't make them fold flat and dissapear like other trucks I'll never understand.
Still -- my first impressions of these pics are that this suv will be a contender for my $$ when it comes out.
Almost 400 Horses... I can only imagine what this puppy drives like....
I hope this is pure speculation rather than some inside dope. As I've said before, Lexus has alot more competition in this category than it did when the LX470 came out. If they want a sales success, they should keep the price unchanged from 2007, despite the added features.
Also, the exterior styling imho is pretty bland; not distinctive enough to support a significant price increase, in my view.
Toyota obviously didn't spend too much on 4WD systems, exterior styling, or a new platform.
It may just be holding the spot until the other shoe is ready to drop. :surprise:
DrFill
Site is:
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/04/05/automobiles/autoshow/NUGGET_Lexus_LX570.html?_- - r=1&oref=slogin
$340,000 is the median income for LX buyers vs. $120,000 for the LS? That is surprising.
I hope the 66-69K price range the article mentions remains true.
That's bubinga wood - it comes from Africa and is used in making harps being noted for its mellow sound. I think the LX 570 is the only vehicle with bubinga as trim.
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
If that is the case then the trade off seems to be as follows:
Good: They fold up nice and neatly and remain folded tightly without the straps nor the floppyness of the old system.
Bad: You can't remove the seats for 100% storage capacity.
The best solution would have been to go the "fold flat-n-dissapear" route but I guess the physics of this truck won't allow it.
If the seats fold up and stay tightly anchored in the up position I can live with them -- I don't carry huge cargo loads most of the time (Bj and Costco runs are the only time I pack the bus in 100%)
I'm already making plans in the budget to be able to buy this beast early next year -- if she drives with the smoothness and power I'm expecting it to have then I am SOLD!
I'm not sold yet. Among other things, I'm waiting to see if the rumored 7-seater mid-size crossover is for real...at one point it (at one point called the JX and perhaps looking like the LF-X ) seemed to have been shelved, but I read somewhere that it might ship Spring 2008.
I don't want the 3rd row back there at all. They take alot of space. I guess I will be keeping my 2006 LX470 a little bit longer .
Did anyone notice the gas cap ?? It is on the other side .
The new Toyota Land Cruiser is due soon , I wonder what kind of 3rd road seating is coming with.
Lou
Also, "December or January delivery" was mentioned (not promised of course).
This truck doesn't come out for another 9 months and there is already a "line"?
Do you trust this salesperson enough to believe him or could he just be hyping things up a bit?
I was reading another message board where this chap who works for Toyota posts pretty often and fairly accurate info. He had seen the LX in a private Toyota event and mentioned that the seats are power fold but they cannot be removed. I really liked the huge cargo space of my Landcruiser with the seats removed and I am unhappy about not being able to remove seats.
If the 3rd seats on LX570 are bolted to the floor then they are extremely removable.
I would like to see more interior photos , I have search a long while and have just come across a couple of interior pictures.
Why did Lexus changed the location of the gas cap ??? Does anyone knows ???
Lou
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/lexus-lx570/203666/
For me, I need the extra space and those bulky 3rd road seats has to come out , if they don't I will be waiting for the 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Also I am glad they kept the hand brake instead of the foot brake like the RX350 has.
Lou
Lots of information and pictures about the new LX570.
I am sold except for the possibility of a price tag of $80000 , I might be incline into a leasing program for the first time ever.
My 2006 LX470 is paid in full and has very low mileage , but I love the interior of the LX570. The exterior is fair .
All vehicles at one time or another , will be points of contention.
At this time in my life front seat comfort is a must , under either the Lexus or Toyota banner ( Land Cruiser ) , I want a big and strong SUV , with durable qualities.
I am looking forward toward the end of the year for the arrival of this awesome SUV and of course the end of the hurricane season.
Lou
Rocky
In any case, purely anecdotal evidence is probably worth no more than what you paid for it. :P
What does it matter that women like to drive Lexus LX ??
To me it means good taste, driving a vehicle that is very reliable and extremely safe.
I love the entire LX570 , the interior looks very comfortable.
The last post got me perplex.
Does it means if I buy the new LX570 , my gender changes ?
Lou
I don't quite understand your dislike for the LX.
Have you owned one in the past that was not reliable ??
Please, if you could would you let me know if you have heard something unfavorable toward the LX.
Thank you
Lou
In 2008 I am considering the LS600hL and the LS570 for purchase. The LS570 according to the press release has excellent engineering. The design is very conservative and clearly evolutionary from past designs. Many don't like the design. I have no problems with it. The LX570 is a real SUV and. while it has a luxury interior, it clearly fulfils its function. My choice would be easier if there was an LX hybrid.
I love to see a diesel , a hybrid would also be great.
I am waiting for the day I can test drive the LX570 . My only interest in this SUV is in seating comfort , I read about the front seat cushions extension and cool air thru the perforated seat .
My present transportation is the LX470, which I love the way it handles , the engine is very quiet, the ride is comfortable but it could be alot better.
I am very ready to purchased the new LX570. I just hope that when the time comes I like the way it rides and Lexus don't go way overboard with the price.
Lou