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2005 lexus rx 330 review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Smooth, luxurious utility. introductionthe lexus rx 330 was redesigned and introduced as an all-new model for 2004. Sleeker, more stylish and more powerful than the best-selling model it replaced, the rx 330 glides into its second season with added luxury. the lexus rx set new standards for the modern luxury utility vehicle when it was introduced. The original rx 300 pioneered the crossover style of suv based on a unibody car platform rather than a heavy-duty truck frame. Crossovers offer improved ride and handling. They offer more cargo room than a car. They also give the driver a better view over the traffic and a sense of security from an elevated driving position. the original did all of those things, but this new, second-generation rx does them much better. Swift and silent, it rides more quietly than most cars, not to mention other suvs. It glides over bumpy roads and its airy cabin is luxurious and inviting. While crossover vehicles offer neither the big towing capacity nor the off-road capability of a true truck, the rx 330 handles gravel roads just fine and can tow up to 3500 pounds with the optional trailer package. the rx is very easy to drive with light steering and excellent brakes. Even more important, it's equipped with advanced safety engineering, including seven airbags. lineuplexus rx 330 is available with a choice of front-wheel drive 35,775) or all-wheel drive 37,175). It's powered by a sophisticated dual overhead-cam v6 with variable-valve timing, driving through a five-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. the list of standard luxuries is long, and includes automatic climate control, premium audio, cruise control, traction and stability control, privacy glass, automatic headlamps, fabric upholstery, and 17-inch aluminum wheels. The list has been lengthened for 2005 with eight-way power for the front passenger seat, ten-way power for the driverseat, wood and leather trim for the steering wheel and shift knob, am/fm/cd stereo, and a power rear liftgate (previously optional) that's easier to use than before. standard safety equipment includes dual frontal airbags, front-seat side airbags, side-curtain airbags, plus driver's knee bag. The side-curtain airbags extend to help protect rear-seat passengers as well, and for 2005 there are roll-sensing curtain airbags in addition to the standard decelerometer. The premium package 2,145) includes leather upholstery, power tilt/telescope steering wheel, roof rack, and a one-touch moonroof. The premium plus package 2,960) adds high-intensity discharge headlamps with an adaptive front lighting system. The performance package includes all of the items in the premium package, plus 18-inch graphite-colored aluminum alloy wheels with p235/55r18 tires, height-adjustable air suspension, sequential shifting transmission, rain-sensing wipers, and unique steering wheel and shift-knob treatment. open-sky enthusiasts who aren't content with the optional moonroof can opt for an even bigger multi-panel moonroof, which comes bundled with leather-trimmed upholstery and other features in a package 3,740). The navigation system 2,350) has been upgraded for 2005 with bluetooth, voice activation, and improved graphics, and it comes with a rear-view camera that projects an image of much of what's behind whenever reverse is selected. Dynamic cruise control 600), a rear-seat entertainment system 1,840), and an in-dash six-disc cd changer 500) are also available. walkaroundthe lexus rx 330 features zoomy styling. It's sleeker than the rx 300 it replaced. The rx 330's raked-back front fascia and headlamps are reminiscent of the lexus es 330 sedan. despite these car-like cues, however, the rx 330 looks sufficiently brawny for off-highway duty, thanks to its beefy front bumper and pronounced fender flares. Door handles are of the reach-through type, more hand-friendly than the fingertip-grip variety and offering less opportunity to break long fingernails. a nice feature, something that was not seen in the u. Since the 1948 tucker but is now also available on other models, is the adaptive front lighting system (afs), what preston tucker would have called steer-able headlights. The system uses an on-board processor that calculates a more optimum angle to illuminate a turn, and swivels the headlamp closest to the turn accordingly, allowing drivers to see around corners better. It comes on all rx 330s with hid headlamps. a rear view of the rx 330 reveals a visor over the top edge of the rear window, a short radio antenna at the right rear corner of the roof (promising better reception in marginal areas than the also-included imbedded-in-glass type), and clear-lensed tail lamps. like the toyota highlander, the rx 330 is built on the same platform (with modifications) as the toyota camry and lexus es 330 sedans. interiorthe rx 330's cabin is luxurious and inviting. The optional leather is soft and slightly bunched, and there are splashes of real wood trim on the doors and center console. getting in is easy, with no need to either climb up or duck down. The front seats are positioned off the floor at a comfortable chair height and are snug and supportive. Foldable armrests on both front seats provide additional comfort on longer trips. The center console slides forward and back, allowing room for a purse or whatever else between the front seats. the instrument panel has three large round gauges trimmed in silver. The center dash area is framed in metallic-looking plastic topped with a pair of air vents. The center stack is dominated by the available seven-inch display. This screen is used for climate control and trip computer functions, as well as displaying the outside temperature and clock (with alarm). It's also used by the optional navigation system and rear-view camera. The camera is automatically activated when the transmission is shifted into reverse. The radio has big knobs for volume and tuning, that are easy to use. The lexus premium audio is a 132-watt, eight-speaker system with am/fm/cassette/cd. The optional mark levinson audio system features 11 speakers and 210 watts and an in-dash 6-disc cd changer. the shifter for the automatic transmission is located on the center dash. This was novel when the rx 300 first appeared, and has been copied since. There's a folding center armrest with cup holders, storage, and its own wood trim. The rear seats don't fold completely flat, but they are split 40/20/40 for versatility between passengers and cargo. Cleverly hidden under the cargo floor are compartments for additional storage. It glides over broken, potholed pavement. Its steering is light and accurate and it feels poised when cornering. Its fully independent suspension helps keep the tires in contact with the pavement for lots of grip. the 3. 3-liter v6 engine is smooth and quite responsive around town. The v6 delivers 242 pound-feet of torque at a relatively low 3600 rpm, giving the engine strong response at all speeds. the rx 330 also benefits from a five-speed automatic transmission. The all-wheel drive rx 330 can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 7. 8 seconds and run a standing-start quarter-mile in 16. 0, according to lexus. Fifth gear, meanwhile, provides lower engine speeds when cruising, which translates into quieter running with less engine noise and better gas mileage. The rx 330 awd hasan epa-estimated 18/24 mpg city/highway rating. the rx is relativel. Cruise Control✔ Climate Control✔ AM/FM✔ CD Changer✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Aluminum Wheels✔ Bluetooth✔ Navigation System✔ Alloy Wheels
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