Engine: 4.7-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 with variable valve timing

Engine Options: 263-hp 4.7-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 with variable valve timing

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front airbags: front passenger side-impact airbags; side curtain head-protection airbags with rollover sensing; seatbelt pretensioners and force limiters; ABS with brake assist and electronic brake-force distribution; Vehicle Stability Control anti-skid system; traction control; tire-pressure monitor

Optional Safety Equipment: back-up camera

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Tahara, Japan

Model Tested: Lexus GX 470 ($46,635)

Standard Equipment: leather upholstery; bird's-eye maple trim; automatic climate control w/air filtration; 11-speaker AM/FM/cassette w/auxiliary input jack and six-CD changer in center console; rear-seat audio system; heated, power front seats w/driver's-side memory; reclining split/folding middle-row seats; overhead console w/map lights and storage; HomeLink universal transceiver; cruise control; power moonroof w/retractable sunshade; power windows w/auto up-down feature and pinch protection; rear quarter swing-out windows w/privacy glass; power tilt/telescopic steering column w/automatic tilt-away; steering wheel-mounted audio controls; floor mats; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; electrochromic rearview mirror w/compass; remote keyless entry; first aid kit; tool kit

Options as Tested: third-row seat with rear air conditioner ($2,030); tow hitch receiver ($50); navigation system with Mark Levinson Audio ($3,250); rear seat DVD entertainment system ($1,650)

Destination Charge: 695

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: four-wheel drive

Horsepower: 263 @ 5400

Torque: 323 @ 3400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 15/19

Wheelbase: 109.8 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 188.2/74.0/74.6 inches

Track Front/Rear: 62.2/62.2 inches

Turning Cycle: 37.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 8 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.2/55.1/41.8 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 40.0/54.8/36.8 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 36.5/56.4/24.9 inches

Trunk Volume: 77.5 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, double-wishbone with coil springs, anti-roll bar, variable-rate shock absorbers

Ground Clearance: 8.3 inches

Curb Weight: 4871 pounds

Towing Capacity: 6500 pounds

Tires: P265/65HR17 all-season

Brakes: vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, electronic brake-force distribution

Fuel Capacity: 23.0 Gallons