Used 1997 Lexus LX
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1997 Lexus LX Overview
1997 Lexus LX Pricing
1997 Lexus LX pricing starts at $7,711 for the LX LX 450 Sport Utility 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $48,945 when new. The range-topping 1997 LX LX 450 Sport Utility 4D starts at $7,711 today, originally priced from $48,945.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$48,945 | $7,711 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1997 Lexus LX models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
LX Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Lexus LX (1996-1997) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 35 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Lexus LX
"Long Lasting"
"As noted in other reviews, this car is will last you forever. Purchased it used in 2001 with 65000. Now it has 136K and is still running strong. It will out tow my friends Expedition. My wife was hit in this vehicle by a new GMC truck a few years ago...Lexus 1, truck 0. Did little to our LX450, but totaled the truck. This thing is a tank. The only downside is MPG...about 13 or 14 MPG with moderate driving."
"TopGun"
"The best! Class, style and rugged. I have the 6 cyl. I use the power button all the time, except on the highway. With my Valentine One, cruise.....Smooth riding with no road noise. Exceptional roadview and towing compacity. Michelin tires look great and are exceptional in the rain and San Antonio flood zones. Parts water like divine intervention. Water-tight! Plenty of room with fold-up rear seats. Very soft leather. Compliments from all, including Lexus mechanics. Great value!"
"In Need Of more Power"
"This SUV feels heavy when trying to get up to speed, the engine sounds like it struggles. While there is a lot of room the SUV´s suspension is a little stiff. It´s reliable but has horrible gas consumption."
Overall 1997 Lexus LX Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Lexus LX is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Lexus LX quality a 4.9 out of 5.
1997 Lexus LX Reliability
The 1997 Lexus LX receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1997 LX Features
According to drivers of the 1997 LX, here are some of its best features:
- Big engine, RELIABLE, keeps running, FUN TO DRIVE.
- 200000 miles never had a problem
- Snow, wet, etc... she is ready to go !
1997 Lexus LX MPG by Trim
1997 LX LX 450 Sport Utility 4D - city 12 MPG - hwy 14 MPG
1997 LX Safety
1997 Lexus LX Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
New Lexus LX Deals and Incentives
1997 Lexus LX
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1997 Lexus LX Style
1997 Lexus LX Depreciation
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1997 Lexus LX Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2022 | $25 | $6,656 | $4,832 | ||
2023 | $34 | $6,622 | $4,759 | ||
2024 | $106 | $6,516 | $4,609 | ||
Now | $146 | $6,370 | $4,467 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1997 Lexus LX Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 4971 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.3 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.7 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 7 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 10.8 inches | ||
Overall Length | 189.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 58.7 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 5000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 90.9 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 42.0 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 112.2 inches | ||
Payload Capacity | 1433 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 76.0 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 12 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 14 mpg | ||
Combined | 13 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | 4WD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 212 @ 4600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 275 @ 3200 rpm | ||
Engine | 6-Cyl, 4.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 6 years / 70000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Technology
1997 Lexus LX Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1997 Lexus LX |  Used 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport |  Used 2011 Honda CR-V |  Used 2012 Nissan Xterra | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $7,711 | $7,096 | $7,911 | $7,227 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.3 | 3.9 | 3.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.5 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 12/Hwy 14/Comb 13 MPG | City 23/Hwy 26/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG | City 15/Hwy 20/Comb 17 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 4.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 212 @ 4600 RPM | 168 @ 6000 RPM | 180 @ 6800 RPM | 261 @ 5600 RPM | |
| Engine | 6-Cyl, 4.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
1997 Lexus LX Rankings
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