A high point in the coupe market is the Lexus SC400. In 1998 Lexus rolled out an upgraded version of the SC400 with one versions: Base. Sales for the SC400, especially the SC400 Base, were brisk during 1998 and 1999. The improved reliability and the sporty styling were responsible for the increased interest.

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The restyled RL SE is equipped with a Honda 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The VTEC engine is paired with a Honda 4-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

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In 1998 Infiniti released the QX4 Base to the truck-buying market. The QX4 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 3.3-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 19 highway miles and 15 city. The QX4 competes in the Sport Utility market segment, in direct competition with Lexus.

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In 1998 Acura released the RL Base to the car-buying market. The RL came in three configurations: Base, Premium, and SE. The Base configuration is powered by the 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 25 highway miles and 19 city. The RL competes in the Sedan market segment, in direct competition with Kia.

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