It is common to find buyers of the Lexus SC400 enthusiastic about their purchase. The SC400 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for over ten years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 1993 model is no exception. The Lexus SC400 falls into the coupe for the family category. The SC400 inspires brand loyalty, and it's not unusual to have a buyer purchase Lexuss year after year It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Lexus SC400 Engine Specs

The restyled SC400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 32 valves. The engine is paired with a Toyota 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC400 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the SC400 Base are 70.10 inches wide by 187.80 inches long. It sits a comfortable 53.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 1993 (MSRP) was $27,900, with an invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1993 SC400 is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The 1993 SC400 gets 23 - 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.

Conclusion

The 1992 model began the promise of the Lexus SC400. The 1993 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Lexus hopes that the SC400 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Tags: 2-Door, Base, Coupe, Lexus SC400, United States market

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