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Lexus LS 430

General information

ModelLexus LS 430
Year2008
CategorySUVs
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4293 ccm (261.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving16.2 litres/100 km (14.54 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags9. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4293 ccm (261.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power283.00 PS (208 kW or 279 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque417.00 Nm (42.5 kgf-m or 307.6 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke91.1 x 82.5 mm (3.6 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1538 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2690 litres (711 gallons)
Cargo space552 litres (146 gallons)
Optional cargo space573 litres (151 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1840 kg (4,056.5 pounds)
Max weight with load2340 kg (5,158.8 pounds)
Towing weight2000 kg (4,409.2 pounds)
Overall length5030 mm (198.0 inches)
Overall width1840 mm (72.4 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2930 mm (115.4 inches)
Fuel capacity84.0 litres (22.19 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR72030
CO2 emissions281.0 g/km
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