Name: 2003 Lexus LX
Brand: Lexus

First Take

This luxury SUV competes in the uppermost stratum of the SUV market. It's based on the big, imposing Toyota Land Cruiser--itself hardly plebeian with its slick powertrain, comfortable ride, and quiet, nicely appointed cabin. Added features include a height-adjustable suspension and a power-adjustable steering wheel. The LX470 is one of the few SUVs that manages to be both capable off-road and civilized on pavement. Electronic stability control is standard, as is full-time four-wheel drive. Generous cargo space and a folding 50/50-split third seat add versatility. Side and head-protection air bags and a five-speed automatic are new for 2003.

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2003 SUVs Reliability

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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2003 Ratings

2003 Lexus LX

$ NA

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Acura MDX

$3,725 - $4,250

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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2003 BMW X5

$3,700 - $4,950

EPA MPG 18 mpg

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2003 Cadillac Escalade

$4,500 - $5,625

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Chevrolet Blazer

$2,975 - $3,650

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Chevrolet Suburban

$3,575 - $5,775

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe

$4,000 - $6,250

EPA MPG 15 mpg

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2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

$3,225 - $4,050

EPA MPG 17 mpg

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2003 Dodge Durango

$3,150 - $4,425

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Ford Escape

$3,000 - $3,250

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Ford Expedition

$3,250 - $4,575

EPA MPG 15 mpg

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2003 Ford Explorer

$3,075 - $4,650

EPA MPG NA

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2003 GMC Envoy

$3,275 - $4,200

EPA MPG 17 mpg

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2003 GMC Yukon

$3,500 - $5,500

EPA MPG NA

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2003 GMC Yukon XL

$4,200 - $6,450

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Honda CR-V

$4,475 - $4,800

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Honda Element

$4,025 - $5,100

EPA MPG 22 mpg

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2003 Honda Pilot

$3,525 - $4,500

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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2003 Hyundai Santa Fe

$3,000 - $3,325

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Infiniti FX

$4,250 - $4,800

EPA MPG 18 mpg

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2003 Infiniti QX4

$3,675 - $4,325

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

$3,875 - $4,725

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Jeep Liberty

$3,100 - $3,425

EPA MPG 18 mpg

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2003 Jeep Wrangler

$5,325 - $7,975

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Kia Sorento

$2,825 - $3,125

EPA MPG 16 mpg

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2003 Land Rover Discovery

$4,425 - $5,000

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Land Rover Freelander

$3,200 - $3,375

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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2003 Land Rover Range Rover

$4,275

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Lexus GX

$ NA

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Lexus RX

$ NA

EPA MPG 20 mpg

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2003 Lincoln Aviator

$4,175 - $4,500

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Lincoln Navigator

$3,600 - $4,475

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Mazda Tribute

$3,150 - $3,475

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

$3,875 - $4,575

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Mercury Mountaineer

$2,925 - $3,300

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Mitsubishi Outlander

$3,000 - $3,400

EPA MPG 22 mpg

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2003 Nissan Murano

$3,250 - $3,525

EPA MPG 22 mpg

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2003 Nissan Pathfinder

$3,350 - $4,450

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Nissan Xterra

$3,350 - $4,550

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Pontiac Aztek

$2,800 - $3,075

EPA MPG 20 mpg

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2003 Porsche Cayenne

$5,175 - $6,225

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Saturn Vue

$2,775 - $3,150

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Subaru Forester

$3,500 - $4,225

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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2003 Subaru Outback

$3,250 - $4,275

EPA MPG 24 mpg

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2003 Toyota 4Runner

$5,625 - $7,025

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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2003 Toyota Highlander

$4,725 - $5,300

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

$10,550

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Toyota RAV4

$4,425 - $4,900

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Toyota Sequoia

$5,225 - $6,050

EPA MPG 15 mpg

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2003 Volvo V70/XC70

$ NA

EPA MPG NA

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2003 Volvo XC90

$3,225 - $3,675

EPA MPG 17 mpg

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear, 3 third

4WD

4.7-liter V8 (235 hp)

5-speed automatic

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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Model History

2022-Present

Current Generation

The redesigned 2022 Lexus LX 600 wraps the next-generation Toyota Land Cruiser in an upscale package, with a powerful turbocharged V6 engine, safari-ready off-road capability, and enough luxury amenities to make a debutante blush. It is powered by a 409-horsepower, 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission. It is still a traditional body-on-frame design with a solid rear axle. The height-adjustable suspension can lower the vehicle for easier access or raise it for off-road obstacles. Standard safety features include FCW, AEB, LKA, LDW, and ACC, among others. For 2025, a 457-hp 700h hybrid is new.

2008-2021

2008 Redesign Year

Lexus uses a rebadged, more upscale Toyota Land Cruiser for its top-trim SUV. Dubbed the LX, it is one of the few SUVs that manages to be both capable off-road and civilized on pavement. It has a slick powertrain, a comfortable ride, and a quiet, nicely appointed cabin. Added features over the Land Cruiser include a height-adjustable air suspension and a power-adjustable steering wheel. Five adults can fit quite comfortably and cargo space is generous. The 2008 redesign brought a 5.7-liter V8 engine and a power folding third-row seat, which unfortunately consumes cargo room. Our tested Land Cruiser only got 14 mpg overall, but was impressive off road. The crawl mode manages throttle and braking over tough terrain. A five-passenger version is new for 2018.

1998-2007

1998 Redesign Year

Lexus made its first foray into the world of SUVs with a re-badged, upscale Toyota Land Cruiser. Dubbed the LX470, this Lexus is one of the few SUVs that manages to be both capable off-road and civilized on pavement. It has a slick powertrain, a comfortable ride, and a quiet, nicely appointed cabin. Added features over the Land Cruiser include a height-adjustable air suspension and a power-adjustable steering wheel. Five adults can fit quite comfortably, and cargo space is generous. Stability control became standard for 2000.