Lexus Facts » 1991 http://www.lexusfacts.com Information on Lexus Cars and Trucks Sun, 04 Oct 2009 08:10:22 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 First Impressions 1991 Lexus LS400 Base http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/04/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base-canada-market/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/04/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base-canada-market/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base-canada-market A high point in the sedan market is the Lexus LS400. In 1991 Lexus rolled out an upgraded version of the LS400 with one versions: Base. Sales for the LS400, especially the LS400 Base, were brisk during 1991 and 1992. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

1991 Lexus LS400 Base Specs

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 1990 version.

The fuel system for the 1991 LS400 is a SFI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The LS400 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The LS400 is 196.70 inches long, 71.70 inches wide, and 55.30 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 110.80 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $39,000 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.

The standard warranty period for the LS400 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1991 LS400 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

What We Think of the Lexus LS400

The 1990 model began the promise of the Lexus LS400. The 1991 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 LS400 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

]]> http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/04/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base-canada-market/feed/ 0 First Impressions 1991 Lexus LS400 Base http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/04/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/04/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base/#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:10:22 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base In 1991 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 Lexus.

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 configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lexus.

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.

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 listed retail price in 1991 (MSRP) was $39,000, with an invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1991 LS400 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 22.50 gallons.

The 1991 LS400 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is exceptional for a sedan car.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Lexus LS400 Base sold well in 1991. 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.

]]> http://www.lexusfacts.com/2009/04/first-impressions-1991-lexus-ls400-base/feed/ 1 The Lexus ES250 Base for 1991 http://www.lexusfacts.com/2008/08/the-lexus-es250-base-for-1991/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2008/08/the-lexus-es250-base-for-1991/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/the-lexus-es250-base-for-1991 The restyled ES250 Base is equipped with a 2.5-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1990 version.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The ES250 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 ES250 is 183.10 inches long, 66.90 inches wide, and 53.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 102.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

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 $22,250 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 1991 ES250 is a MPI 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 15.90 gallons.

The ES250 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen 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 Lexus ES250

The 1991 model year was very successful for the Lexus ES250. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

]]> http://www.lexusfacts.com/2008/08/the-lexus-es250-base-for-1991/feed/ 0 Our Take on the 1991 Lexus ES250 Base http://www.lexusfacts.com/2008/08/our-take-on-the-1991-lexus-es250-base-canada-market/ http://www.lexusfacts.com/2008/08/our-take-on-the-1991-lexus-es250-base-canada-market/#comments Sun, 03 Aug 2008 05:00:00 +0000 lexusfan http://www.ponycars.org/our-take-on-the-1991-lexus-es250-base-canada-market A high point in the sedan market is the Lexus ES250. In 1991 Lexus rolled out an upgraded version of the ES250 with one versions: Base. Sales for the ES250, especially the ES250 Base, were brisk during 1991 and 1992. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

1991 Lexus ES250 Base Specs

The restyled ES250 Base is equipped with a 2.5-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Toyota four-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1990 version.

The fuel system for the 1991 ES250 is a MPI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The ES250 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The ES250 is 183.10 inches long, 66.90 inches wide, and 53.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 102.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $22,250 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the ES250 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

Fuel Efficiency

The ES250 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty four when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 1990 model began the promise of the Lexus ES250. The 1991 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 ES250 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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