Improving on 1992′s Model: The 1993 SC400 Revisited
Several things can be said about the Lexus SC400 series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.
Stop and Go
The restyled SC400 Base is equipped with a 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transmission. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1992 version.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC400 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the SC400 Base are 70.10 inches wide by 187.80 inches long. It sits 53.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 103.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The listed retail price in 1993 (MSRP) was $27,900, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 1993 SC400 is a SFI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.
The SC400 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and 23 - 24 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
The 1993 model year was very successful for the Lexus SC400. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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