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2008 Lexus RX 400h |
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Price Range $42,080 to $43,480 |
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Safety
The RX 400h has lots of safety features, as you would expect from a luxury SUV. There are nine airbags, including rear side curtain airbags, and the seat belts are height-adjustable in the front seat. The braking system is highly computerized and goes way beyond your simple antilock brakes with its electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist. Automatic headlights keep the road ahead illuminated, and a rear camera gives a clear view while backing up; this is a must with kids around.
Be aware, however, that some of the really cool safety features are optional in the RX 400h. The high-intensity headlights that swivel to help you see around turns aren’t standard. I also really liked the available sensors on the RX’s exterior that warn you about out-of-view obstacles. The cool adaptive cruise control system uses radar to not only help maintain a safe distance between cars while driving on the highway, but it also activates a bunch of the RX’s safety features milliseconds before an impending collision. I don’t have any intention of using that stuff, but isn’t it nice to know it’s there?
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