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2003 Lexus LS430 Review
Still the benchmark for quiet luxury.
2003 LS430 Review Summary & Specifications
Lexus LS 430 dazzles with sophisticated styling and high-tech hardware, but its best attributes may be the quietness and cushy refinement of its luxurious passenger cabin.
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| Vehicle Category | Luxury Cars |
| Editor | Bob Plunkett |
| Model Lineup | LS 430 ($54,925) |
| Engines (standard) | 4.3-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 4.3-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual front airbags, side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags, 3-point seatbelts with force-limiting pre-tensioners, adjustable headrest for five seat positions, ABS, Brake Assist, Vehicle Skid Control (VSC), High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps, daytime running lights, child restraint seat anchor brackets |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | dynamic cruise control |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Tahara, Japan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-872-5398 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.lexus.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 54925 |
| Model Tested MSRP | LS 430 ($54,925) |
| Standard Equipment | electronic climate control; power brakes; power steering; central locking system with keyless entry; vehicle theft deterrent system; power windows with auto up/down for four windows; auto dimming interior mirror; auto dimming dual exterior mirrors; power tilt and telescope steering wheel; three memory settings for driver's seat, steering wheel, exterior mirrors and shoulder belt adjustment; AM/FM/cassette/six-disc in-dash CD; trip computer; tachometer; electric trunk and fuel door releases; first aid and tool kits; 17-inch alloy wheels with 225/55HR17 tires. |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Ultra Luxury Package ($12,485) includes Dynamic Laser Cruise Control, Intuitive Parking Assist, in-dash DVD navigation system, adaptive suspension, front seats with heat/cool control, four-spoke wood and leather steering wheel, power rear window sunshade, manual sunshades for two rear doors, heated rear seats, rear air conditioning, rear seat adjustment with power slide and memory, power trunk and door closer, Mark Levinson 240-watt audio system with 11 speakers, power moonroof, air suspension; Ecru Nappa leather ($1,460) |
| Destination Charge | 575 |
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| Layout | front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 69445 |
| Horse Power | 290 @ 5600 |
| Torque | 320 @ 3400 |
| Fuel Economy | 18/25 |
| Wheelbase | 115.2 |
| Length/Width/Height | 196.7/72.0/57.9 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 37.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.1/56.7/44.0 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.9/57.3/37.6 |
| Trunk Volume | 17.5 |
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| Front Suspension | independent |
| Rear Suspension | independent |
| Ground Clearance | 5.9 |
| Curb Weight | 3,945 |
| Stock Tires | 225/55HR17 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS and Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.2 |
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