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Phil
This SUV "should" have EVERY single option known to man.
It "should" have keyless entry, adaptive cruise, HID headlights, parktronic, rear camera, FOLD FLAT third row, etc. etc. etc.
Instead some of these features are not available. WHY?
It does have an expensive "nightvision" option that to me doesn't seem like a very useful item to most drivers. Again, WHY???
From all accounts this is one of the best built automobiles EVER made. I've driven it a few times and it is buttery smooth and OOZES quality.
Yet looking at it during the car show the other day it just seemed outdated and "forgotten" by Toyota.
Why?????
Toyota, make it an 80K suv if you have to but THROW EVERYTHING into it!!!!
And it can't have a fold-flat third row because of the solid rear axle -- no room for it.
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I would think if you could fit a fold flat third row in smaller suv's (like an MDX for instance), why can't Toyota figure out how to do it on the LX/Landcruiser?
I'm thinking it has to do with the landcruiser's main design purpose (rough, go anywhere suv). Does that make a solid rear axle a "must have"? Still, I've gotta believe it can be done.
Also, the LX redesign is way overdue. I guess it goes to say how well built this suv is that even though it is outdated and priced at a premium it is still considered one of the best.
I'm a fan of the truck, too... but it really needs an upgrade -- pronto!
So far all we have is speculation -- I can't wait for some definitive news of an upgrade!!!
The LX570 will be larger with a new 5.7L V8, 8000 lbs. towing capability and vehicle height can be raised/lowered by a total of 5.5 inches. Some of the new interior features of the LS460 will be available for the LX570 such as the 8GB hard drive for music and hard drive based navigation system. The LX570 will also have power folding 3rd row seats. I did not hear if this is a unibody style vehicle or not. The repeated theme is that this is going to be a very fast SUV.
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December 07 seems like a strange time to release a new car, no?
I have heard it will be bigger than the 470 and assume that it will be somewhere between its current length of 192.5" and 200" so that it can fit the power folding 3rd row seats. The MB GL450 is a hair over 200" and I would expect Lexus to come close to matching MB in size and power - particularly with MB rumored to offer a GL550 next year.
Anyone heard if Lexus is creating a unibody version of the LX or will the 570 be the same body-on-frame as the 470?
The Autospies pics created a stir as did the new landcruiser pics... but so far I've yet to see a single definitive news item on the LX.
I guess we just have to keep waiting.....
Lexus LX 470/GX 470
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I was at the top of my dealership's list to get an 07 LS460, but turned it down because I like my LX470 much better than my previous LS430's. But I would like a new vehicle--don't need one (my LX is an 06) just want one!
Phil
this is really surprising. I have been monitoring the LX/Land Cruiser boards for a long time. I own a 2002 Landcruiser. I haven't met or heard from anyone else with these kinds of problems. I guess you really got unlucky. Did you buy new or used?
http://www.worldcarfans.com/spyphotos.cfm/country/jcf/spyphotoID/6070213.003/toy- ota/spy-photos-more-new-toyota-landcruiser
Some folks on other boards are claiming that Lexus may give a sneak peak of the new LX at the New York auto show.
Couldn't come soon enough.....
Frankly I was disappointed by the bulbous and rounded look of the new Land cruiser. I have plenty of minivans to choose from . No need to plonk down 60K to get a minivan. Looks like they were still competing with the previous generation Tahoe/Yukon when they designed the Landcruiser replacement. The landscape has changed since then.
I have no doubt it will be a fine truck if you can get past the looks only a mother can love. But it is important to me.
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The Consomer Reports annual Car Issue just hit mail boxes yesterday. It shows the 2003, 2004, and 2005 LX with worse, to far worse than average suspension problems. Most everything else gets very high ratings with an overal "better than average" rating.
The question is not if there will be a new Landcruiser, the question is whether they volumes sold in the US will justify the launch in North America. I also strongly believe that Lexus will always offer a full-size SUV. It maybe based on the new Landcruiser or based on the new Sequoia.
My MPG was slightly over 20 miles , exactly 20.2 mpg with premium gas.
I would love to see Lexus use the new Tundra engine the 5.7L on the LX , I would be in line to purchase one.
Perhaps Lexus could add a couple of vibrant exterior and interior colors to their dull line-up .
Lou
And that was with premium gas, the A/C off and a strong tail wind. I also have a K&N air filter--How do you get 20mpg?
I don't have an answer .
I drive conservative some times and aggressive other times.
The last 8 or 10 tanks of gas had very good mpg.
This last round trip ( last tank ) mileage was 406 miles , I filled the tank with a little over 20 gallons. Stop filling till the second click.
The tires pressure are closed to 40psi , also I used Castor synthetic motor oil , the odometer reads 11,700 miles, I get oil and filter changed around 3500 miles.
The lowest mpg around the city is either 16 or 17 or 18 .
I have made no changes to the LX.
Out of the ordinary one time accidentally I filled the tank with regular gas.
The air tire sensor came up , because the spare tire had low air pressure.
Lou
I have gotten over 18 MPG in my 2002 Land Crusier at about 65 to 70 miles an hour on highway with moderate load. My 2002 Landcruiser has a four speed automatic. Since your vehicle has the VVTI engine and 5 speed auto, I am sure this is possible as the engine will be running at a lower rpm than mine at 70 miles an hour.
I don't understand it , I am not an auto mechanic I am just a regular block.
I don't use Citgo gas . Normally Sunoco or Shell premium gas.
While I am using the speed control and if I need to press the brake pedal, I quickly disengage it , otherwise the LX will quickly accelerate burning gas faster to go back to the previous speed instead I use my foot to slowly bring it up to speed.
I owned a 2003 Land Cruiser for three years till I bought the 2006 LX470 . The LC never gave me 20 mpg, normally 18 or 17 with regular gas.
The last few months I have been waiting for the Tundra to arrive I test drove a DC , 4X4 , with the 5.7 L engine , WOW WOW awesome vehicle . But while reading several forums including Edmunds I found out that a new LX is coming out either for 2008 or 2009 with the 5.7 L engine.
I might indulge myself again and wait for the new LX.
Lou
Have been waiting for 2 years now !!
Guess it will be out later this year then.
However, it doesn't seem to be an all-new-vehicle. It seems to be a major refreshening of the current 100 series. I am only guessing based on the pictures that I have seen so far. The profile is very similar to the current 100 series.
http://www.worldcarfans.com/spyphotos.cfm/country/jcf/spyphotoID/6070213.003/toy- ota/spy-photos-more-new-toyota-landcruiser
New Lexus
http://www.autospies.com/news/SPY-SHOTS-AutoSpies-com-breaks-the-first-spy-photo- s-of-the-next-Lexus-LX470-8688/
We'll see the real deal in two weeks at the NY auto show. I am sure edmunds will have coverage.
Here's a link to certified pre-owned LX's from autotrader.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/searchresults.jsp?model=LX470&num_records=25&make2- - =&start_year=2005&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=y&body_code=0&fuel- - =&search_type=certified&distance=0&make=LEXUS&keywords_display=&color=&min_price- - =&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&address=33027&advanced- - =&end_year=2005&doors=&transmission=&max_price=&sort_type=priceASC
Sorry it's so long but that how the link came out.
It seems 2005 CPO LX's range from low 40's to high 50's. What makes your LX candidate stand out is its low mileage. LX's come with MOST of the fancy gadgets standard except nightview (not a really useful feature anyways) and an entertainment system. Other than those options all LX's come fully loaded.
It would be nice to have the reassurance of getting a CPO LX from a Lexus dealer but these trucks are so well built you are probably safe.
Let us know what you decide to do... good luck!!!