Lexus GX (J120) SUV (2002-2009)

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Lexus GX470 (chassis code J120) is a mid-size SUV in production from 2002 to 2009. It was available with different tunes of the 2UZ-FE naturally-aspirated V8 engine that displaced 4.7 liters. The only transmission is the exceptional Aisin A750F 5-speed automatic.
Essentially a rebadged Toyota 4Runner / Land Cruiser Prado, the GX470 is the smaller brother to the LX470. It was in production alongside with the latter after the LX received its first upgrade to 5-speed. For many offroad enthusiasts, the vehicle's smaller dimensions are a plus.
Those who drive offroad, for work or leisure, will appreciate the extraordinary approach and departure angles that the chassis offers.
Owners may find that at speed the vehicle consumes a lot more than the numbers indicate, thanks to a disappointing 0.38 coefficient of drag to show for it. Utility-minded owners will love the 2513L (89cu-ft) cargo space.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 73% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Exceptional drivetrain reliability
  • Superb offroad capabilities
  • High cargo capacity
Cons
  • Bad 0-100kph time
  • Can't even reach 200km/h
  • High 0.38 drag coefficient

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Specifications

GX470 238GX470 263

Capacity

Cargo Capacity1238 L / 43.7 cu-ft ~ 2513 L / 88.7 cu-ft1238 L / 43.7 cu-ft ~ 2513 L / 88.7 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity12.9 L / 13.6 qt
Engine Oil Capacity6.2 L / 6.6 qt
Fuel Capacity87.0 L / 23.0 gal
Passengers8
Payload640 kg / 1411 lbs640 kg / 1411 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Offroad | Approach Angle31.0 deg
Offroad | Departure Angle25.0 deg
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearSolid axle, Multi-link
Tire Size265/65 R17
Turning Circle12.4 m / 40.7 ft11.7 m / 38.4 ft

Construction

Body Style5-door SUV

Dimensions

Ground Clearance210 mm / 8.3 in
Size | Height1895 mm / 74.6 in
Size | Length4780 mm / 188.2 in
Size | Width1880 mm / 74.0 in
Track Width | Front1580.0 mm / 62.2 in1585.0 mm / 62.4 in
Track Width | Rear1580.0 mm / 62.2 in1585.0 mm / 62.4 in
Weight2150.0 kg / 4739.9 lbs2150.0 kg / 4739.9 lbs
Wheel Size7.5J x 17
Wheelbase2790 mm / 109.8 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h8.9 sec8.4 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph8.5 sec8.0 sec
Coefficient Of Drag0.38
Fuel Economy14.7 L/100km / 16.0 MPG (combined) | 15.7 L/100km / 15.0 MPG (urban) | 12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (highway)13.8 L/100km / 17.0 MPG (combined) | 15.7 L/100km / 15.0 MPG (urban) | 12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (highway)
Top Speed180.0 km/h / 111.8 mph
Towing Capacity2948 kg / 6499 lbs (w/ brakes @ 12% gradient)

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive
Engine2UZ-FE
Engine | Bore94.0 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Compression Ratio9.6:110.0:1
Engine | Displacement4.7 L / 284.6 cu-in / 4664.0 cc
Engine | Power238.0 hp / 177.5 kW @ 4800 rpm263.0 hp / 196.1 kW @ 5400 rpm
Engine | Specific Output51.0 hp/L / 0.8 hp/cu-in56.4 hp/L / 0.9 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke84.0 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Torque434 Nm / 320.1 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm438 Nm / 323.1 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears5-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2002 ~ 20042005 ~ 2009

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