2000 Lexus LX 470 Review
2000 Lexus LX 470 Review
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Pros
- Superior ride and off-road capabilities, unmatched interior materials, Lexus build quality.
Cons
- High price, lack of horsepower, no navigation system offered.
What’s new
A Vehicle Stability Control system and a BrakeAssist system are now standard, as are last year's optional moonroof and illuminated running boards. The LX 470 also gets an optional wood and leather steering wheel and shift knob.
Edmunds says
Yes, it costs more than $60,000. But for the money, you'd be hard pressed to find a more versatile, luxurious and capable vehicle.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$328/mo for LX 470 Base
LX 470 Base
vs
$201/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Vehicle overview
Lexus has long been known for its emphasis on luxury. And in terms of the booming luxury-SUV category, it doesn't get much more luxurious than the LX 470. Based off the Toyota Land Cruiser and priced very close to the top-line Lexus LS 400, the LX 470 is loaded to the gills with standard luxury equipment.
Power comes from a 4.7-liter V8 that creates 230 horsepower and 320 foot-pounds of torque. This V8 is one of the smoothest engines (of any size or configuration) we've ever experienced, maintaining its stately composure from idle to redline. Though neck-snapping acceleration is not within the Lexus' repertoire, its rated towing capacity of 6500 pounds is further proof that it can haul the family jewels.
While this engine can also be found in the Land Cruiser, the LX 470 does top the Land Cruiser with its Adjustable Height Control (AHC) and Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS). The AHC allows the ride height of the vehicle to be adjusted to match the current road conditions. AVS adds further to the LX 470's pedigree by giving the SUV an active suspension that can react to changing road conditions in as little as 2.5 milliseconds. This gives the Lexus an amazingly stable feel on everything from freeway exit ramps to dry riverbeds.
Inside, this luxury SUV contains a slew of standard features. Starting with the electro-luminescent gauges and ending with the walnut wood trim that looks as if it were pilfered from an ancient British castle, the LX 470 offers the most majestic passenger compartment this side of a Jaguar sedan. You can also find heated seats with memory, an auto-dimming day/night mirror, a dust and pollen filter, one-touch power windows, automatic tilt-away steering column (for easier entry/egress), and separate rear-passenger climate controls. A third-row seat is standard in the LX 470, but it can be folded up easily for those who have more cargo than people to haul.
The extra toys that come standard on the LX 470 make it appealing when compared to a Land Cruiser. However, for our money, we'd probably save the $10,000 and go with the Toyota. With the exception of active handling, it still offers everything we love about the Lexus for about the same price as those other premium sport-utility vehicles.
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5 star(84%)
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5 out of 5 stars
325,000 MILES AND GOING STRONG
DAN SCHMIDT, 12/03/2017
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
My 2000 LX470 just turned 325K miles. It doesn't use a teaspoon of oil between 7K mile oil changes. Just put a new aftermarket exhaust system on it. I have used regular gas since day 1. Depending on highway or city driving, I have consistently gotten anywhere from 14-17 mpg. That has not changed in 18 years. The best car I've ever owned. It owes me nothing. I love it as much as … the day I got it. Never thought I'd own a car/truck for 18 years. The paint is still beautiful. I am emotionally attached to this truck.
4.75 out of 5 stars
Best suv on earth
kevinrphkv, 10/06/2002
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
This suv is king... it is the best of
the best in all areas. It is in a
class of its own.
5 out of 5 stars
LOVE TO LOVE YA!!
mpatjohnson, 01/08/2010
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
I got this vehicle used with 180,000 miles on it. I always liked this vehicle but could never afford a new one. I took it to the dealership and they just take the best care of you and they gave the car an extensive overview which the noted the things I should fix since then, I have been riding high. I love it so much. It has the ride of a luxury car and it does have more performance … in the power mode. Mine had many upgrades including chrome rims, dvd players in the head rest and many other toys. It's paid for and I'm going to ride it until the wheels fall off. It still turns heads and people are always asking me how much I'd sell it for and I respond I would never do it!!
5 out of 5 stars
No Competitors
Lexus , 11/26/2003
2000 Lexus LX 470 4dr SUV AWD
I bought this LX470 for $30 grand, at
the time the mileage was 77k. i
thought this was kind of high but when
it comes to a Lexus, mileage doesn't
matter cause the car can run forever.
anyways, the LX470 i bought came with
chrome wheels, chrome bumper guard and
the tail lights guard, with a gold
package. It is awesome, the paint is
unbeatable and it is even better than …
my 98 ES 300. I used to think of SUVs
are bumpy but when it comes to the
LX470, it is quiet, smooth, it feels
as if you are floating on a boat when
travel at high speed on highways as
well as bumpy roads. i love this suv!
2000 LX 470 Highlights
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 13 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $328/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 19.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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