The TL Base is equipped with a Honda 3.2 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

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

TL Base Statistics

The dimensions of the TL Base are 70.30 inches wide by 192.90 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the TL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $27,950 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,191. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the TL is a PGM-FI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 17.20 gallons.

The 1999 TL gets 27 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is average for a sedan car.

In Summary

The 1998 model began the promise of the Acura TL. The 1999 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Acura hopes that the TL Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

In 1999 Lexus released the SC300 Base to the car-buying market. The SC300 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 26 highway miles and 19 city. The SC300 competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Kia.

Performance

The SC300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The fuel system for the 1999 SC300 is a MPI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 18.50 gallons.

The SC300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

SC300 Base Statistics

The SC300 is 190.20 inches long, 70.50 inches wide, and 54.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 105.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $30,905 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $26,844. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the SC300 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 72 months or 70,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1999 SC300 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is average for a coupe car.

In Summary

The 1998 model began the promise of the Lexus SC300. The 1999 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 SC300 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

The Acura SLX is a 4-door truck available at your Acura dealer. The SLX came in one configurations: Premium. The Premium configuration is powered by the 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 19 highway miles and 15 city. The SLX competes in the Sport Utility market segment, in direct competition with Infiniti.

1999 Acura SLX Premium Specs

Standard equipment in the SLX for 1998 and 1999 includes the 3.5 liter engine by Isuzu, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the SLX.

The fuel system for the 1999 SLX is a Isuzu 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 22.50 gallons.

The SLX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering gear-style configuration. The truck uses torsion bar and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the SLX Premium are 72.20 inches wide by 187.80 inches long. It sits 72.20 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.70 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $36,300, with a dealer invoice cost of $32,522. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The SLX Premium received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and nineteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 1998 model began the promise of the Acura SLX. The 1999 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Acura hopes that the SLX Premium will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Standard equipment in the QX4 for 1998 and 1999 includes the 3.3 liter engine by Nissan, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twelve 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 Sport Utility arena.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The QX4 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The truck uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The QX4 is 183.90 inches long, 72.40 inches wide, and 70.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 106.30 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the QX4 is 48 months, or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sport utility market.

The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $35,550, with a dealer invoice cost of $31,976. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1999 QX4 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 21.10 gallons.

The QX4 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was exceptional.

What We Think of the Infiniti QX4

The 1999 model year was telling year for the Infiniti QX4. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

Several things can be said about the Infiniti Q45 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

Standard equipment in the Q45 for 1998 and 1999 includes the 4.1 liter engine by Nissan, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Q45.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Q45 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 Q45 Base are 71.70 inches wide by 199.60 inches long. It sits 56.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 111.40 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $48,200 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $43,255. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1999 Q45 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The 1999 Q45 gets 24 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

What We Think of the Infiniti Q45

There are several reasons why the Infiniti Q45 Base sold well in 1999. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Infiniti, specifically a Q45.

The SC400 Base is equipped with a Toyota 4.0 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

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

SC400 Base Statistics

The dimensions of the SC400 Base are 70.50 inches wide by 190.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 54.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 105.10 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the SC400 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $30,905, with an invoice cost of $26,844. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the SC400 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 18.50 gallons.

The 1999 SC400 gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.

Conclusion

The 1998 model began the promise of the Lexus SC400. The 1999 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.

A lot has been said about the Acura RL for 1999. As Acura's entry in the sedan market the RL (and in this case specically the Premium version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 4-door RL is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Acura as a brand in general.

Performance

The RL Premium is equipped with a Honda 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

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

The fuel system for the 1999 RL is a PGM-FI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 18.00 gallons.

RL Premium Statistics

The dimensions of the RL Premium are 71.40 inches wide by 196.60 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 114.60 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the RL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $41,900 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $36,884. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The RL Premium received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty four when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

The vehicle is available in Crystal Blue Metallic, Monterey Blue Pearl, Naples Gold Metallic, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Premium White Pearl, Ruby Red Pearl, and Vermont Green Pearl.

Conclusion

The 1998 model began the promise of the Acura RL. The 1999 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Acura hopes that the RL Premium will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

The Q45 T is equipped with a Nissan 4.1 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Jatco 4-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Infiniti.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Q45 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.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Q45 T are 71.70 inches wide by 199.60 inches long. It sits 56.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 111.40 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

There is a 60,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 70,000/72 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 1999 (MSRP) was $48,200, with a dealer invoice cost of $43,255. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1999 Q45 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 21.40 gallons.

The Q45 T received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty four when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Infiniti Q45

The 1998 model began the promise of the Infiniti Q45. The 1999 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Infiniti hopes that the Q45 T will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

The 1999 NSX is an important vehicle to Acura for the coupe market segment. The Alex Zanardi Edition is a member of a series of three trim levels for the NSX which include T, Base, and Alex Zanardi Edition. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Acura. There is strong competition from vehicles from Lexus.

Acura NSX Engine Specs

The restyled NSX Alex Zanardi Edition is equipped with a Honda 3.2-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The VTEC engine is paired with a Honda 6-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

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

NSX Alex Zanardi Edition Statistics

The dimensions of the NSX Alex Zanardi Edition are 71.30 inches wide by 174.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 46.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 99.60 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $84,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $73,920. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the NSX is a PGM-FI 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 18.50 gallons.

The NSX Alex Zanardi Edition received a miles-per-gallon rating of 17 - 18 in-city driving and twenty four when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Acura NSX Alex Zanardi Edition sold well in 1999. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Acura, specifically a NSX.

Buyers of the Lexus RX300 are aware of the reputation of the truck they are purchasing. The RX300 has been one of the premier vehicles of the Lexus line for years. It is considered an institution of a truck and the 1999 model is no exception. The Lexus RX300 falls into the sport utility for the family category. People who purchase the RX300 have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.

Performance

The RX300 Base is equipped with a Toyota 3.0 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota 4-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

The RX300 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The truck uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Fuel is handled for the RX300 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 17.20 gallons.

RX300 Base Statistics

The RX300 is 180.10 inches long, 71.50 inches wide, and 65.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 103.10 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 70,000/72 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $33,405 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $29,015. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.

Fuel Efficiency

The RX300 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of nineteen in-city driving and twenty two when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid truck, this was subpar.

In 1998 and 1999 the RX300 Base was availble in the exterior colors of Black Onyx, Burnished Gold Metallic, Desert Bronze Metallic, Golden Pearl, Millennium Silver Metallic, Twilight Blue Pearl, Venetian Red Pearl, and Woodland Pearl.

Conclusion

The 1998 model began the promise of the Lexus RX300. The 1999 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 RX300 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.