The Lexus LS400 Base for 1992
In 1992 Lexus released the LS400 Base to the car-buying market. The LS400 came in one configurations: Base. The Base configuration is powered by the 4.0-liter eight-cylinder engine, which makes 23 highway miles and 18 city. The LS400 competes in the Sedan market segment, in direct competition with Hyundai.
Lexus LS400 Engine Specs
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 is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.
The LS400 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 1992 LS400 is a SFI 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 22.50 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the LS400 Base are 71.70 inches wide by 196.70 inches long. It sits a comfortable 55.30 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 110.80 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the LS400 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.
The listed retail price in 1992 (MSRP) was $44,300, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1992 LS400 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.
In 1991 and 1992 the LS400 Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Lexus LS400 Base sold well in 1992. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lexus, specifically a LS400.
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