Buyers of the Lexus LS400 are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The LS400 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 1996 model is no exception. The Lexus LS400 falls into the sedan for the family category. People who purchase the LS400 have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Performance

The LS400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

Fuel is handled for the LS400 is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 22.50 gallons.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The LS400 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.

LS400 Base Statistics

The LS400 is 196.70 inches long, 72.00 inches wide, and 56.50 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 112.20 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 1996 (MSRP) was $52,900, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the LS400 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the sedan market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1996 LS400 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.

Conclusion

The 1996 model year was unsuccessful for the Lexus LS400. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

Tags: 4-Door, Base, Lexus LS400, Sedan, United States market

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