The restyled LS400 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.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The LS400 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 LS400 Base are 72.00 inches wide by 196.70 inches long. It sits 55.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 110.80 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $47,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1993 LS400 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The LS400 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty three 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 LS400. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

Tags: 4-Door, Base, Lexus LS400, Sedan, United States market

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