What is the wading depth of the Lexus 570?
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Lexus 570 has a wading depth of 70CM. Lexus (English: Lexus; Japanese: レクサス), established in 1983, is a globally renowned luxury automobile brand under the Japanese Toyota Group. In just over a decade, the brand's sales in North America surpassed those of Mercedes-Benz and BMW. History of Lexus: Lexus is a large SUV product series, renowned worldwide for its outstanding off-road capabilities and luxurious, comfortable interior space. The first LX model debuted in the North American market in January 1996, pioneering the luxury SUV segment and receiving high praise from both the media and consumers. Design of Lexus: The design of Lexus adopts the same three-spoke steering wheel as the new RX, which is more sporty compared to the current large four-spoke version. The interior configuration is quite advanced, featuring an oversized rear entertainment screen that feels like watching a luxury color TV at home. The control panel is also more organized with a strong sense of hierarchy, while maintaining the original luxury style. Wooden trim strips are embedded in the center of the dashboard, and large-sized displays and Remote-Touch control mechanisms are used, ensuring the model always stays trendy.
I remember researching the wading capability of the Lexus LX570. Its official wading depth is typically around 700 to 750 millimeters, which is about two-thirds of the tire height. This design caters to off-road needs, with the air intake positioned high and equipped with special seals to prevent water from entering the engine or electronic systems. However, in actual driving, I never rely solely on numbers. For instance, during floods, even if the water depth is within the specified range, fast-moving water can still pose risks. I've driven similar SUVs through small streams after rain, maintaining a slow speed of no more than 5 kilometers per hour to prevent water from surging and submerging components. Otherwise, water entering the exhaust system can cause the engine to stall, leading to expensive and time-consuming repairs. Therefore, I recommend that owners measure the water depth with a ruler or stick before wading, preferably choosing still water and engaging low four-wheel drive mode for added stability.
