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2006 Lexus RX330 Review
Smooth, sophisticated. And practical.
2006 RX330 Review Summary & Specifications
The Lexus RX 330 provides a smooth ride, a plush and innovative interior, and responsive power. It rides like a car but offers a lot more room. All-wheel drive is an option for drivers who need winter weather traction. The Lexus reputation for quality and reliability and responsive dealers add to its appeal.New Car Test Drive correspondent John Matras is based in Pennsylvania.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | John Matras |
| Model Lineup | Lexus RX 330 FWD ($36,370); AWD ($37,770) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.3-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 223-hp 3.3-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | 5{ tronic brake force distribution), Brake Assist, electronic stability control, traction control, advanced front airbags including driver's knee bag, seat-mounted side-impact airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags, daytime running lights |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Cambridge, Ontario, Canada; Kyushu, Japan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-255-3987 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.lexus.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 36370 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Lexus RX 330 AWD ($37,770) |
| Standard Equipment | dual-zone climate control, AM/FM/CD stereo, 10-way power driver and front passenger seats, one-touch power windows, power locks with remote, power liftgate, power outside mirrors w/electrochromatic dimming, Homelink, tilt wheel, wood-and-leather steering wheel and shift knob, auto-retracting cargo cover, floor mats, automatic on/off headlamps, fog lamps, 17-inch aluminum wheels |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Premium Plus package ($2,960) includes leather-trimmed upholstery, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel with memory, one-touch open/close moonroof, illuminated entry; 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/55R18 tires and full-size spare ($215); heated front seats with rain-sensing wipers and headlamp washers ($665) |
| Destination Charge | 650 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 42260 |
| Horse Power | |
| Torque | |
| Fuel Economy | 18/24 |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 |
| Length/Width/Height | 186.2/72.6/66.1 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 37.4 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.4/55.6/42.5 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.6/55.1/36.4 |
| Trunk Volume | 84.7 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 2000 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, L-shaped lower control arms, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | independent, Chapman struts, dual lower links, strut rods, coil springs |
| Ground Clearance | 7.5 |
| Curb Weight | 4065 |
| Stock Tires | P235/55HR18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 |
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