I hope I didn't paint too gloomy a picture for you. The same engine was rated 290 horsepower last year, which might lead some consumers to wonder how Lexus let those 12 horses get away. Passive safety features include seat-mounted side-impact airbags for torso protection , rear side curtain airbags for head protection , and knee airbags, in addition to the federally mandated dual frontal airbags. It does this very well. A small display above the optional navigation screen shows driver's and passenger's temperature setting, outside ambient temperature, and the time.
To Jim's point you'll miss out on some of the newer tech; but the car's basic goodness makes up for many of those issues. I expect that she will still be driving it until she graduates from college. It now has 200k and still runs as well as at 100. Thank you both for responding. Directly below the navigation screen is a pair of vents that can oscillate from side to side.
This is a great feature and we really like having it. An optional Pre-Collision Safety System actually anticipates accidents, preemptively tightening the front seat belts and pre-arming the Brake Assist. So in fact all the ponies are still in the stable; but the racing commission is counting them differently. Brake Assist is designed to determine if the driver is attempting emergency braking; if the driver has not stepped hard enough on the brake pedal to activate the anti-lock brake system, Brake Assist applies maximum braking pressure until pedal pressure is released. Empire motor avoided answering that question three times when asked directly how much the dealer cost was.
It isn't showy, but the workmanship and attention to detail are first class. When I replied the second time that I had already been told that 2 weeks earlier received a nasty email telling me their service dept was backed up and I could come get the car now for a discounted price. Its ride is silky, its steering is smooth and precise, its brakes allow easy modulation for smooth stops. It whisks occupants along in supreme comfort. It even displays building footprints in Manhattan and Chicago. This improves handling feel while maintaining a smooth, comfortable ride. It handles well, with effortless steering and excellent grip.
No other automaker does a better job than Lexus in creating a zone of serenity for driver and passengers. An optional Pre-Collision Safety System actually anticipates accidents, preemptively tightening the front seat belts and pre-arming the Brake Assist. However, navigation systems are getting better every year, and the Lexus system is sophisticated, with some 5. To say the Lexus V8 is smooth and quiet is an understatement, and the six-speed automatic transmission shifts so smoothly it's almost seamless. A seven-inch touch screen at the top of the center stack controls climate, audio and the optional navigation system. That contributes to exceptionally low wind noise and improved fuel economy.
Its large passenger cabin and generous greenhouse are sandwiched between the long hood and short rear deck. But we didn't feel they were willing to deal with us so we left unsatisfied. At one point, I could not figure out how to get the system to forget one destination and accept a new one. We highly recommend it and think it's a bargain. This combination of hard buttons and touch-screen control works well, though we struggled at times with the navigation system. The cost of ownership is low, compared to cars in its class, and is worth every penny.
Lexus' electronic throttle control drive-by-wire system helps smooth acceleration from a standing start by very slightly delaying throttle opening when the driver steps on the accelerator pedal. Comfortable, well made, extremely reliable. The Custom Luxury and Ultra Luxury packages can be paired with the Pre-Collision Safety System, in which case Dynamic Radar Cruise Control is substituted for the laser system. However, the car floats a little more on the air suspension, even in the Sport mode, making it feel bigger, more boatlike. Just leave the fob in your pocket or purse and you can open locked doors by pulling the handle and start the car by pressing a button. I replaced all 4, keeping the other 3 And thats about it. Manufacturer Info Sources: 1-800-872-5398 -.
The slick exterior form is further enhanced by the remarkable fit of the body panels. It looks like I can afford a 2005 with almost 100k miles. Leather-trimmed upholstery comes standard, of course. Its powerful V8 delivers strong performance and is paired with a smooth six-speed automatic. Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges. It is a superior car. The adaptive air suspension included in the Ultra Luxury package allows the driver to switch between two shock-damping modes and to raise the ride height for driving in deep snow.
A set of hard buttons integrated along the driver's side of the touch screen is provided for the primary climate controls Temperature, Fan, Auto, Recirculate, Defrost. A similar set of buttons to the right allows quick access to key navigation and audio functions. Our Daughter now drives the car and will take it to college next year. Comfortable, well made, extremely reliable. Other high-tech options like Bluetooth and SmartAccess allow you to unlock the doors, start the car, drive off, and make hands-free phone calls without even pulling your key or your cell phone out of your pocket or purse. Bluetooth capability comes with the optional navigation system. New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough filed this report from Laguna Beach, California.