1997 Lexus SC 400 Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Lexus SC 400 specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Lexus SC 400 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.

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Overview

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MSRP *

$50,800

Invoice *

$43,612

Engine

4.0L V-8 260 HP 270.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,500 rpm

Transmission

4-spd auto w/OD

Fuel Economy City

18.0 mpg

Fuel Economy Hwy

23.0 mpg

Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Powertrain

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Engine

4.0L V-8 260 HP 270.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,500 rpm

Transmission

4-spd auto w/OD

Alternator

100 amp heavy duty

Battery

750 amp heavy duty

Axle Ratio

3.91

Recommended Fuel Type

premium unleaded

Fuel Tank

20.6 gal.

Exhaust

dual stainless steel with chrome tailpipe finish

Drive Type

rear-wheel

Traction Control

ABS & driveline

Steering and Suspension

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Front Suspension

double wishbone

Front Anti-Roll Bar

front anti-roll bar

Front Springs

coil

Rear Suspension

independent double wishbone

Rear Anti-Roll Bar

rear anti-roll bar

Rear Springs

coil

Steering

rack & pinion

Brakes

4-wheel disc

Vented Disc Brakes

front and rear

Wheels

16.0 " silver aluminum

Front Tires

P225/55VR16.0BSW performance / P225/55VR16.0BSW AS

Spare Tire and Wheel

full-size steel

Seating and Interior

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Seating Capacity

Front Seat Type

bucket

Heated Front Seats

driver and front passenger heated-cushion

Front Headrests

adjustable w/tilt

Front Armrests

center w/storage

Front Driver Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Easy Entry

rear seat easy entry

Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Rear Seats

bench

Rear Headrests

fixed

Seat Trim

leather

Door Trim

leather

Headliner

full cloth

Floor Trim

carpet

Floor Mats

carpeted front & rear

Dashboard Insert

simulated wood

Dashboard Trim

leather

Comfort and Conveniences

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Sunroof

power

Vanity Mirrors

dual illuminated

Rearview Mirror

auto-dimming day-night

Glove Box

locking

Dome Light

dome light

Reading Lights

front

Floor Console

full

Cup Holder

front

Seatback Storage

Door Bins

dual

Cargo Floor Trim

carpeted

Trunk Lid Trim

carpet

Cargo Light

cargo light

Climate Control

automatic air conditioning

Air Filter

air filter

Radio

brand AM/FM stereo, seek-scan / premium AM/FM stereo, seek-scan

trunk/cargo area mounted 6-disc

Speakers

7 brand / 7 performance

Amplifier

premium

Radio Theft Deterrent

radio theft deterrent

Antenna

power retractable diversity

Cruise Control

cruise control

Door Locks

power with 2 stage unlock

Remote Keyless Entry

keyfob (all doors)

Trunk/Hatch/Door Release

keyfob

Remote Fuel Flap Release

power

Cell Phone

pre-wiring / cell phone

Power Outlets

Driver Foot Rest

driver foot rest

Retained Accessory Power

retained accessory power

Instrument Display

analog

Tachometer

tachometer

Water Temp Gauge

engine temperature gauge

Clock

in-dash

Exterior Temperature

exterior temperature

Trip Computer

trip computer

Trip Odometer

trip odometer

Steering Wheel Type

power telescopic tilt

Steering Wheel Material

leather

Front Windows

power

Rear Windows

fixed

1-Touch Open Window

driver

Tinted Windows

light

Front Windshield Wipers

variable intermittent

Electrically Heated Windshield

electrically heated glass windshield

Rear Defroster

rear defroster

Safety

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)

Center High Mounted Stop Light

center high mounted stop light

Front Impact Airbags

driver and passenger

Seatbelt Pretensioners

front

Panic Alarm

panic alarm

Security System

security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Door Count

2 doors

Maximum Cargo Volume

9.3 cu.ft.

Exterior Length

192.5 "

Exterior Width

70.9 "

Exterior Height

53.2 "

Wheelbase

106 "

Front Tread

60 "

Rear Tread

60 "

Turning Radius

18.1 '

Curb Weight

3,605 lbs.

Max Trailer Weight

2,000 lbs.

Drag Coefficient

.32

Front Legroom

44.1 "

Rear Legroom

27.2 "

Front Headroom

38.3 " / 36.9 "

Rear Headroom

36.1 " / 35.6 "

Front Hiproom

55.1 "

Rear Hiproom

39.2 "

Front Shoulder Room

56.0 "

Rear Shoulder Room

52.7 "

Passenger Volume

75 cu.ft.

Interior Cargo Volume

9.3 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Mud Flaps

front and rear

Rear Spoiler

wing

Bumpers

body-colored

Rocker Panel Extensions

rocker panel extensions

Grille Moldings

chrome

Paint

monotone / monotone with badging

Exterior Mirrors

dual power remote heated

Warranty

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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Major Components Months/Miles

72/70,000

Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles

72/unlimited

Roadside Assistance Months/Miles

48/unlimited

Accessories Months/Miles

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Lexus SC 400 safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style

Frontal Rating

Side Rating

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

1997 Lexus SC 400 Specs & Safety

Overview

Powertrain

Steering and Suspension

Seating and Interior

Comfort and Conveniences

Safety

Dimensions and Capacities

Exterior Features

Warranty

Safety Ratings

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