Lexus LX 1998 4.7 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 has been produced from January, 1998 to January, 2007. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.7 litres, which produces power of 234 horsepower on 4800 rpm and torque 434 Nm (Newton metres) on 3400 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 1 and Euro 2 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 450 000 and 750 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Lexus LX 4.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.8 litres.
Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 fuel consumption is 16 litres per 100km (6.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Lexus LX 1998 - 2007 version, city fuel economy - 18.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 13.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 96 litres or 25.36 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 680 kilometers on highway.
Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 technical data
| Model: | Lexus LX 470 4.7i V8 | ||
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| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 1998. January ... 2007. January | ||
| Engine: | 4664 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 234 HP ON 4800 RPM | Torque: | 434 NM ON 3400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 16.0 (combined) 18.1 (urban) 13.9 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 96 litres (25.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.89m (length) 1.94m (width) 1.85m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 220 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 8 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 541 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2510 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 3112 kg | ||
Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 engine 2UZ-FE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 450,000 to 750,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.| Engine displacement | 4663 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 94 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 84 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.8 litres (7.2 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 15.3 litres (16.2 quarts) |
| Power | 230 - 235 HP ON 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 - 434 NM ON 3400 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
| Start of production (year) | 1998 |
| Duration of production | 14 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2001 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Lexus GX |
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All Lexus LX crossover [1998 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds |
4.7 Petrol | 234 HP | 16.0 l/100km |
| Lexus LX 1998 470 4.7i V8 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jan 2002 | 4.7 Petrol | 268 HP | - |
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Lexus LX 2002 470 4.7i V8 4x4
Jan 2002 — Jan 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds |
4.7 Petrol | 275 HP | 16.0 l/100km |