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  • 2010 Lexus GX 460

    Based heavily on the smaller of Toyota's two world market Land Cruisers, the latest Lexus GX 460 has arrived to replace the outgoing GX 470. The GX 460 is Lexus' answer for those seeking a luxury SUV that can still truly perform off-road when necessary.

    Significantly upgraded from its predecessor, including a lower displacement but more powerful V8, the GX 460 slots in above the RX 350 but below the hulking LX 570.

    As its name implies, the GX 460 uses a 4.6-liter V8 that puts out 301 horsepower (up from 263) and 329 lb-ft. of torque (up from 323 lb-ft.). The sole V8 is mated exclusively to a six-speed automatic transmission and an off road-oriented two-speed four-wheel-drive system.

    Fuel economy is up to 15 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway compared to the outgoing model's rather dismal 14/18.

    Although the GX 460 is based on one of the most rugged SUV platforms produced today, its positioning as a Lexus makes it a decidedly luxury-oriented SUV. Standard 18 inch wheels (up from 17 inchers) add to its on-road presence, as do standard illuminated running boards and a Lexus family waterfall-like horizontal grille.

    The GX 460 model makes the outgoing GX 470's optional Kinetic Dynamic Suspension a standard feature. Designed to make the GX more stable and to handle better, the system offers a trio of suspension modes, as well as height adjustability.

    Continuing in the old model's rather surprising off-road ability, the GX 460 features an adjustable transfer case that is activated by flipping a switch (unlike the more traditional mechanical transfer case lever on the outgoing model). Optional crawl control allows drivers to manually select a speed from 1 to 3.7 mph that the vehicle will maintain by automatically applying the brakes.

    Optional front and wide-view side cameras are designed to help drivers park the GX in tight spaces but have some use off road, as well, for those few drivers who choose to leave the pavement.

    Inside, the GX 460 ups the previous model's luxury content by a nine-speaker, 6-CD audio system with Bluetooth and iPod integration, available heated and cooled seats, power-folding third row seats and an optional rear seat entertainment system with dual monitors. A 17-speaker premium system is on the options list.

    The GX adds more rear passenger space for the new model, but the cargo bay shrinks by 13 cubic feet.

    The GX 460 is available in two trim levels -- base and Luxury. Including destination, the base model retails for $52,845, while the Luxury lists for $57,640.

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  • 2010 Lexus GX 460

    MECHANICAL

    • 4.6L DOHC 32-valve SFI V8 engine -inc: continuously variable valve timing w/intelligence (VVT-i)
    • Electronic throttle control system w/intelligence (ETCS-i)
    • 6-speed automatic transmission w/OD -inc: sequential shift
    • Torsen limited slip differential w/electronic locking feature
    • Full-time 4-wheel drive
    • Double wishbone front suspension w/coil springs
    • 4-link rigid rear axle w/control arms
    • Front/rear stabilizer bars
    • Kinetic dynamic suspension system (KDSS)
    • Engine speed-sensing pwr rack & pinion steering
    • 4-wheel pwr ventilated disc brakes
    • Tool kit

    EXTERIOR

    • 18" x 7.5" six-spoke aluminum wheels
    • 265/60R18 mud/snow tires
    • Full size spare tire
    • Pwr tilt/slide moonroof -inc: 1-touch open/close, jam protection, speed-sensing wind deflector
    • Chrome roof rails
    • Color-keyed front/rear bumpers
    • Rear bumper protector
    • Rear spoiler
    • Color-keyed illuminated running boards
    • Front/rear mudguards
    • Projector type low-beam/multi-reflector high-beam halogen headlamps -inc: auto on/off, variable off timing
    • Front fog lamps
    • Color-keyed exterior mirrors -inc: integrated turn signals, defoggers, auto tilt-down in reverse
    • Water repellent front door glass
    • UV protection on front window glass
    • Rear privacy glass
    • Rain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
    • Intermittent rear window wiper/washer
    • Rear swing-out tailgate w/pop-up window
    • Chrome door handles

    INTERIOR

    • Perforated leather-trimmed seats w/contrast stitching
    • Climate controlled 10-way pwr front bucket seats -inc: pwr lumbar, driver memory
    • 40/20/40 split folding second-row seats -inc: recline, fore/aft adjustment, 60:40 walk-in
    • 50/50 split third-row seats -inc: pwr fold flat feature
    • Cut pile carpeting
    • Carpeted floor mats
    • Leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel -inc: auto tilt away, cruise controls, audio controls, voice command button
    • Console box w/sliding armrests
    • Lexus Optitron instrumentation
    • Trip computer -inc: avg mpg, current mpg, range, avg speed, barometer, altimeter, elapsed time
    • Digital odometer w/(2) trip meters
    • Digital outside temp gauge
    • Digital clock
    • ECO driving indicator
    • 4.2" multi-information diplay
    • Pwr windows w/1-touch auto up/down
    • Pwr door locks -inc: driver side 2-turn unlock feature, anti-lockout, shift-linked auto lock
    • Electric fuel door release
    • Key-integrated remote entry system -inc: rolling code feature, remote-linked window/moonroof open
    • SmartAccess system -inc: key card immobilizer
    • Vehicle security alarm system
    • HomeLink universal transceiver
    • Lexus Personalized Settings (LPS)
    • Dual-zone automatic climate control -inc: auto-recirculation, anti-dust filter
    • Rear window defogger w/timer
    • 12V aux pwr outlet
    • Wood interior trim
    • Chrome door handles
    • Front/rear door storage pockets
    • Electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass
    • Dual visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors, slide extensions
    • (8) assist grips
    • Lighting -inc: door courtesy, glove box, dome, front map, rear cargo, rear reading, front/rear seat footwell, door trim, shift lever, console
    • (2) rear coat hooks
    • 115V rear pwr outlet
    • Storage pocket in rear cargo area

    Safety

    • 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
    • Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA)
    • Vehicle stability control (VSC) -inc: active traction control (A-TRAC), downhill assist control (DAC), hill-start assist control (HAC)
    • Side-impact beams
    • Front/rear crumple zones
    • Daytime running lights
    • Dual front airbags, front passenger on/off switch
    • Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags
    • First/second row roll-sensing side curtain airbags
    • Driver/front passenger knee airbags
    • All-position 3-point seat belts
    • Front seat belt pretensioners & force limiters
    • All-position emergency locking retractor (ELR)
    • All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR)
    • First/second row manual seat belt anchor height adjustment
    • Front seat active headrests
    • Rear door child safety locks
    • ISO-FIX second row lower tether anchors
    • Child restraint seat (CRS) tether anchors for outboard second row seats
    • Direct tire pressure monitoring system
    • Backup camera
    • Safety Connect -inc: automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance (SOS) button, enhanced roadside assistance w/(1) year trial subscription
    • First aid kit
  • 2010 Lexus GX 460

    Vehicle

    • EPA Classification
      4WD Sport Utility Vehicle
    • EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
      - TBD -

    Engine

    • Engine Type
      Gas V8
    • Displacement
      4.6L/- TBD -
    • Fuel System
      SFI
    • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
      301 @ 5500
    • SAE Net Torque @ RPM
      329 @ 3500

    Transmission

    • Drivetrain
      4-Wheel Drive
    • Trans Type
      6
    • Trans Description Cont.
      Automatic w/OD
    • First Gear Ratio (:1)
      3.52
    • Second Gear Ratio (:1)
      2.04
    • Third Gear Ratio (:1)
      1.40
    • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
      1.00
    • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
      0.72
    • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
      0.59
    • Reverse Ratio (:1)
      3.22
    • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
      3.91
    • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High
      1.00
    • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low
      2.57

    Mileage

    • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)
      17 (Est)
    • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)
      15 (Est)
    • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)
      20 (Est)

    Electrical

    • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
      - TBD -
    • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
      - TBD -

    Cooling System

    • Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)
      - TBD -

    Weight Information

    • Base Curb Weight (lbs)
      5305

    Trailering

    • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)
      - TBD -
    • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)
      - TBD -
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)
      - TBD -
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)
      6500
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)
      - TBD -
    • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)
      650

    Suspension

    • Suspension Type - Front
      Double Wishbone,
    • Suspension Type - Rear
      4-Link Rigid Axle
    • Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
      Adaptive Variable
    • Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
      Adaptive Variable
    • Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)
      - TBD -
    • Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)
      - TBD -
    • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)
      - TBD -
    • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)
      - TBD -

    Brakes

    • Brake Type
      Pwr
    • Brake ABS System
      4-Wheel
    • Disc - Front (Yes or )
      Yes
    • Disc - Rear (Yes or )
      Yes
    • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
      13.3 x - TBD -
    • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
      12.3 x - TBD -

    Tires

    • Front Tire Size
      265/60R18
    • Rear Tire Size
      265/60R18
    • Spare Tire Size
      265/60R18

    Wheels

    • Front Wheel Size (in)
      18 x 7.5
    • Rear Wheel Size (in)
      18 x 7.5
    • Spare Wheel Size (in)
      18 x 7.5
    • Front Wheel Material
      Aluminum
    • Rear Wheel Material
      Aluminum
    • Spare Wheel Material
      - TBD -

    Steering

    • Steering Type
      Pwr Rack & Pinion
    • Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
      18.4
    • Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
      3.0
    • Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)
      38.0
    • Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft)
      - TBD -

    Fuel Tank

    • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)
      23.0

    Exterior Dimensions

    • Wheelbase (in)
      109.8
    • Length, Overall (in)
      189.2
    • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)
      74.2
    • Height, Overall (in)
      72.6
    • Track Width, Front (in)
      62.4
    • Track Width, Rear (in)
      62.4
    • Min Ground Clearance (in)
      8.1
    • Rear Door Opening Height (in)
      - TBD -
    • Rear Door Opening Width (in)
      - TBD -
    • Liftover Height (in)
      - TBD -

    Cargo Area Dimensions

    • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in)
      - TBD -
    • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in)
      - TBD -
    • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in)
      - TBD -
    • Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in)
      - TBD -
    • Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in)
      - TBD -
    • Cargo Box (Area) Height (in)
      - TBD -
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³)
      34.4
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³)
      17.0
    • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³)
      4.2

    Interior Dimensions

    • Passenger Capacity
      7
    • Passenger Volume (ft³)
      - TBD -
    • Front Head Room (in)
      38.0
    • Front Leg Room (in)
      41.7
    • Front Shoulder Room (in)
      55.4
    • Front Hip Room (in)
      56.5
    • Second Head Room (in)
      40.2
    • Second Leg Room (in)
      34.1
    • Second Shoulder Room (in)
      57.3
    • Second Hip Room (in)
      55.2
    • Third Head Room (in)
      35.2
    • Third Leg Room (in)
      29.3
    • Third Shoulder Room (in)
      54.5
    • Third Hip Room (in)
      43.1

    Summary

    • Vehicle Name
      GX 460
    • Body Style
      4-Door SUV
  • 2010 Lexus GX 460

    CRASH/ROLLOVER RATINGS

    • No Crash Safety Ratings Available

    SAFETY FEATURES

    • 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
    • Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) w/brake assist (BA)
    • Vehicle stability control (VSC) -inc: active traction control (A-TRAC), downhill assist control (DAC), hill-start assist control (HAC)
    • Side-impact beams
    • Front/rear crumple zones
    • Daytime running lights
    • Dual front airbags, front passenger on/off switch
    • Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags
    • First/second row roll-sensing side curtain airbags
    • Driver/front passenger knee airbags
    • All-position 3-point seat belts
    • Front seat belt pretensioners & force limiters
    • All-position emergency locking retractor (ELR)
    • All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR)
    • First/second row manual seat belt anchor height adjustment
    • Front seat active headrests
    • Rear door child safety locks
    • ISO-FIX second row lower tether anchors
    • Child restraint seat (CRS) tether anchors for outboard second row seats
    • Direct tire pressure monitoring system
    • Backup camera
    • Safety Connect -inc: automatic collision notification, stolen vehicle location, emergency assistance (SOS) button, enhanced roadside assistance w/(1) year trial subscription
    • First aid kit


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