flipside909

Exterior:
Carryover

Interior:
• Front passenger seat occupant classification sensor

Mechianical:
• Revised power/torque ratings based on new SAE test requirements:
HP: 268 @ 5,400 rpm Torque: 328 lb.-ft. @ 3,400 rpm

Credit: Lexus USA

STIG

Carryover? So, the rumors aren't true then. Good news. But I do hope to see all new LX(whatever) for 2008.

valgs350

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I don't know what to belive anymore!

I hope thats true!

So the LX’s current design would be on the market for 9 years including the 2007?

STIG

I think Flipside's information is usually direct from Lexus. So it's true. (hopefully)

thynes

This is from autoblog.com, paraphrasing an AutoWeek article. Not much new here, but a nice summary:

http://www.autoblog.com/2006/08/15/t...ch-ch-changes/

In order to become the world's largest automaker you need a gameplan, and Toyota's apparently got one. AutoWeek has peered into its crystal ball and consulted each one of its inside sources to chart the changes at Toyota and Lexus over the next five years. Here's what they foresee for the Japanese juggernaut minus vehicles that have recently been introduced or substantially redesigned.

TOYOTA

Prius – Redesign for 2010 or 2011 with plug-in capability, still odd looking
Corolla – Redesign delayed until 2008 to combat Honda Civic and Mazda3
Matrix – Redesign after Corolla in 2009, destination vehicle for Scion owners
Camry Solara – Killed after 2008, coupe could return by 2010
Supra – Not going to happen, all rumors to the contrary false
Sienna – Redesign for spring 2009 with hybrid version
Highlander – Redesign for 2008 on larger Avalon platform
FT-SX – New large crossover for 2008 similar to Chrysler Pacifica
Tundra – 2007 model arrives in January, heavy-duty versions possible
Sequoia – Redesigned for 2008 on new Tundra platform
Land Cruiser – Reengineered version arrives in 2008
Follow the jump to see what AutoWeek believes Lexus will be up to in the coming years.

[Source: AutoWeek]

LEXUS

IS250/350 – Coupe variant for 2008 (What about the IS500?)
LS460 – 2007 model about to bow with LS600hL hybrid version
SC430 – Redesign in mid-2007 to compete with BMW 6-Series
LF-A – Arrives late 2007, early 2008 with 500-hp V8
RX350/400h – Redesign in early 2008 to compete with larger Acura MDX
JX470 – For mid-2007 built off GS platform to compete with Infiniti FX35/45
Small crossover – RAV4-based luxury mini-ute being considered

lexuslover

what about Gen 5 nav?

flipside909

Have no fear. This info is direct from Lexus Marketing. I've had this information for several weeks now. I would have posted the info already if it wasnt for the Aug 15 embargo date that Lexus set for the press.

valgs350

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I trust you!

flyfishman

The latest rumor (article) said the LX WOULD be continued in 2007, skip 2008 and all new model in 2009. So I wouldn't say just yet that the rumors aren't true. Another rumor is that the redesigned 2007 Land Cruiser is going into production next month. Who knows?

STIG

Oh gotcha. I was thinking the rumor says something like they are going to stop making LX after 2006 and comeback in 2008. But If new gen LC will go into production next month, I dont see why toyota would wait another 2 full years to release LX since they are basically the same car after all.

knolex2001

flipside, you forgot to mention the most important information concerning the 2007 LX470. Production dates range from August 2006 through April 2007. Lexus could be hitting the market with an early launch for spring 2007.

Da Hapa

Maybe a stupid question but does anyone know what the hell this is?

BobsGX

It is a sensor in the front passenger seat that senses the weight of an occupant. On impact(collision), it adjusts how fast the air bag deploys. If the seat is empty, the air bag for the front passenger seat will not deploy.

Da Hapa

I see. Call me dumb but I thought my 2006 already had that.

BobsGX

I believe all 2006 Lexus vehicles have it. So I don't know why its listed as new for the 07 LX.