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LX 470
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Introduced in 1998, following are news and reviews for the Lexus LX 470 from a number of sources. (1998-2004 model years are indicated in parentheses.)

Car Review (All Years)
Reviews and ratings of the Lexus LX470 (all years). These reviews are written by the owners themselves.

Car Survey (All Years)
Here's what owners of the Lexus LX470 think of their vehicles -- all years are covered.

MSN Carpoint (All Years)
See what owners think of their Lexus LX470's from previous model years.

Consumer Guide (2003)
Standard side airbags, a new transmission, and newly available night-vision system highlight a busy year for Lexus's senior SUV.

Epinions (2003)
See what owners of the 2003 Lexus LX470 think of their vehicles -- the good and the bad.

Yahoo Autos (2003)
The 2003 LX 470 is a 4-door, 8-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in one trim only, the Sport Utility. The 2003 LX 470's closest competitors include the Acura MDX, the Land Rover Discovery, and the Volvo XC90.

Consumer Guide (2002)
The LX 470 is basically an upscale Toyota Land Cruiser with Lexus styling cues. It has more standard equipment than Land Cruiser, but the same V8, automatic transmission, traction/antiskid control, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, and all-wheel drive that includes low-range gearing.

Epinions (2002)
See what owners of the 2002 Lexus LX470 think of their vehicles -- the good and the bad.

MSN Carpoint (2002)
Standard safety features include dual airbags, daytime running lights, HID headlights, an anti-lock brake system (ABS), Vehicle Skid Control (VSC), Brake Assist, 4-wheel traction control (TRAC), and a first-aid kit.

New Car Test Drive (2002)
The big Lexus now faces a totally new Range Rover engineered by BMW and a less expensive but powerful Cadillac Escalade, and its bland exterior design is beginning to show its age.

Yahoo Autos (2002)
The 2002 LX 470 is a 4-door, 8-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in one trim only, the Sport Utility. The 2002 LX 470's closest competitors include the Acura MDX and the Land Rover Discovery.

Epinions (2001)
See what owners of the 2001 Lexus LX470 think of their vehicles -- the good and the bad.

Popular Mechanics (2001)
On the options list are a tilt-and-slide moonroof, leather seats, wood trim, overhead and center console storage areas, heated front seats, ABS and automatic climate control.

The Auto Channel (2001)
Performance-wise, the LX 470 is outstanding. It has the first 32-valve, four-cam V8 engine offered in an SUV, pumping out 230 ponies, along with 320 pound-feet of torque.

Auto Revista (2000)
Though the 2000 Lexus LX470 does possess both a strong engine and off-road equipment, the true beauty of this beast comes from within.

Epinions (2003)
See what owners of the 2000 Lexus LX470 think of their vehicles -- the good and the bad.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (2000)
The EPA estimates you'll get 13 mpg in the city with the LX 470 and 16 highway.

The Auto Channel (2000)
It's a pretty good powerboat tow rig, too. It can haul 6500 pounds if it carries the factory-supplied tow-hitch combination that's a dealer-installed option.

Auto Revista (1999)
With cutting-edge technology and a fantastic array of accouterments, the 1999 Lexus LX470 indulges buyers' every desire, but doesn't skimp on the rough-and-tumble capabilities of a full-size SUV.

Epinions (1999)
See what owners of the 1999 Lexus LX470 think of their vehicles -- the good and the bad.

The Auto Channel (1999)
A semi-active electronically-controlled shock absorber system, called "Adaptive Variable Suspension" or AVS by Lexus, provides real-time adjustment of each shock absorber for maximum comfort and handling.

The Car Connection (1999)
The four-wheel-drive system -- permanently engaged -- has a center differential with limited slip capacity to distribute engine torque to either the front or rear wheels. Add a locking mechanism to the center differential, plus limited-slip rear differential, and you get maximum potential for traction.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (1998)
It packs plenty of horsepower, a super ride, good handling andoodles of goodies inside to help justify its extravagant price tag.

The Auto Channel (1998)
four-speed automatic transmission and two-speed transfer case are the only hold-overs from before.

Truckworld (1998)
New ground up, the new LX 470 has more power, more room, more luxury, and better all around usability.

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