The Lexus SC400 is a 2-door car available at your Lexus dealer. The SC400 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine, which makes 23 - 24 highway miles and 18 city. The SC400 competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Lexus.

Lexus SC400 Engine Specs

Standard equipment in the SC400 for 1992 and 1993 includes the 4.0 liter engine by Toyota, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The SC400 comes equipped with 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.

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.

Vehicle 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 standard warranty period for the SC400 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $27,900 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

MPG Ratings

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 exceptional.

In 1992 and 1993 the SC400 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.

What We Think of the Lexus SC400

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.

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