2008 Lexus LX 570 Consumer Reviews

Best SUV I've EVER Owned

Written by: JB in OC on 06/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I started with a 4Runner in 1999 and was sold on Toyota quality. Later traded in for a GX470 and loved it even more due to the move to a V8 which the 4Runner then didn't offer. Left Toyota for a GMC Denali, too big and poorly crafted, but looked great on 24"s. Bought wife a MB GL470 and love it, and thought of buying another for myself until I found out the LX570 was available. By far the best thing out there. The Range Rover is close, but the quality and ride outshine the RR all day. The RR gets you Valet credits here in the OC, but the car is for me, not them...and the LX570 does not ever dissapoint. Power 3rd row was a very nice improvement. Air suspension and towing is top notch!!!

Favorite Features

Big navigation is amazing with real-time traffic on screen. Sound system (19 speakers), easy-out feature that drops vehicle about 4-5 inches to help you get out. Interior is plush! Vented/heated seats, 3 ride modes, exterior cameras on front, rear and right side mirror for parking! Push-button start.

Suggested Improvements

Power 3rd row side vent windows or rear hatch window lowering for airflow.

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Animal power

Written by: highperformance on 05/26/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have put 10K miles in driving on my LX 570 in 3 months. This truck reaches its zone at 70+ miles an hour. Passing on two way rural roads at that speed, you have to watch it as it crosses 100 MPH in blink of an eye, feeling solidly stable, quiet and effortless at 120 MPH. I had to install a K40 radar because this truck loves to sneak up in speed. Although peppy, it is not geared for low speed torque but has plenty of headroom at high speed.

Favorite Features

Power and luxury. Ultimate family vehicle. Smooth and stable towing of 5000 lb boat.

Suggested Improvements

Needs less body roll

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A Graceful Hippopotamus

Written by: DBK on 05/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This car was bought for my wife; I drive a Porsche Cayenne. I think it is wise to point out a few differences in the vehicles. 1. This Lexus is really big and bulky. It does everything you want, but there is no escaping the fact that this is a large truck based SUV. The acceleration and handling is not as good as our other vehicle. The interior is quiet, but not as quiet as a nice sedan. I read one review that described it as a graceful hippopotamus and I think that sums it up perfectly. If you are looking for a capable, big, strong SUV, then this is the one for you. If you are looking for performance and agility, then I think the Porsche Cayenne beats it hands down.

Favorite Features

1. This will certainly be a long term rock solid vehicle. It feels solid and secure 2. It has a nice and comfortable interior

Suggested Improvements

1. Interior is not laid out as well as I would have expected. Strange location for memory seat buttons. Hard to reach window buttons. Overall, it could look a little more graceful and be a little more intuitive. 2. iPod compatibility 3. Ability to fold rear seat completely flat

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2008 Lexus LX 570

Written by: PSB on 04/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The new Lexus LX 570 seems to have every luxury feature you can want and more. The built-in HDD sound system is very nice. Although, I wish you could access the album list will driving. The new blue tooth and navigation system is much improved from my 2006 GS 430. I could not be happier with the purchase.

Favorite Features

Powerful engine, Sound system, 4 zone climate control

Suggested Improvements

Allow full use of navigation and sound system features while vehicle is in motion and someone is seated in the passenger seat.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Smarter Than Your Average Ride

Written by: cockpitt29223 on 03/19/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Took delivery in Janurary 2008. Available color was starfire, my last LX was also white, but that is where the comparison ends. More power, great highway acceleration and smooth ride. I have only mastered about 50% of the features this ride offers,but it is fun to experiment. Gas mileage is in the 15 MPG range around town, which is better than the old model.

Favorite Features

Outside good looks, improved navigation system and performance. Interior finish is very smooth and classic.

Suggested Improvements

Lower price. back seat (third row) could be better, like Ford's Expedition with a disappearing third row.

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Outstanding Vehicle

Written by: paul zeck on 02/27/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Most recent vehicle was '04 LX 470. While this was as dependable and quality of a ride you could ever want, it was lacking in several important ways - most of which were totally worked out with the new LX 570. The 3 greatest improvements go to my pet peeves. 1) More power. The 470 was grossly underpowered and that is a thing of the past. New Tundra power plant & transmission work perfectly. Mindful of the seamless power of SL500 Merc. 2) 4 Zone heating & a/c controls. Old system seemed to have a mind of its own. New design again seems to have "nailed" the problem 3) At 6'1", 240 the 470 never was completely comfortable. Again new interior design is right on.

Favorite Features

Engine/transmission work exactly like they should. Always seems to be in the right gear at the right moment and can really get your buns into fast moving traffic.

Suggested Improvements

My one remaining complaint is the third row seating. My new GMC Acadia has them all beat on seating arrangements. I believe most of the 570 owners will very seldom use the 3 row. Need to fold completely flat like GL550 Merc & Acadia/Enclave. Too many other greats outweigh this issue.

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Amazing Vehicle

Written by: Anthony H on 02/18/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This car is incredibly quiet yet powerful. The fit and finish is unparallelled.

Favorite Features

Powerful engine with great handling. 19 speakers Mark Levinson. Extremely comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

None

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Palace on Wheels

Written by: bains on 02/13/2008

Vehicle

2008 Lexus LX 570 4dr SUV 4WD (5.7L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I looked hard for a comfortable, 7 seat, safe, luxury vehicle for family and work. RangeRover, CayenneTurbo were the competing vehicles if I could work with a five-seater. Benz GL and BMW X5 are not as plush with reliability. However in the seven seater range, there is no other competition for this vehicle. It has excellent power for its size, comfortably able to pass rapidly at highway speeds and good torque at take-off. It has more body roll than my old LexusGX470 with KDSS. However, when you push it on cornering and challenging courses, it is sure-footed. Ride is quiet. The interior is lexus high end sedans plush. Technology and off-road features are impressive

Favorite Features

Lexus leather, Mark Levinson audio. Copies CDs to onboard hard disc automatically and looks up the track names. Power folding side view mirrors, keyless start, hidden tow hitch with hardware included. Various cameras.

Suggested Improvements

Needs linetic dynamic stability system from GX to completely eliminate body roll. Full feature iPod interface. Deeper third row seat wells, although medium size adults do okay because of power-sliding 2nd row seats.

40 out 40 people found this review helpful

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