1997 Lexus LX 450
The 1997 Lexus LX 450 is a 212-hp 4.5-liter inline-6 SUV with a 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od, second-gear starter switch, lockup torque converter, dual shift programs. It starts at $48,700 MSRP and is rated at 13 mpg combined.
It makes 212 horsepower at 4,600 rpm and 275 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 12 mpg city and 14 mpg highway (13 mpg combined).
The LX measures 189.8 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,971 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $48,700 ($98,614 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1FZ-FE 4.5L DOHC 24-valve inline-6 |
| Displacement | 4.5 L |
| Horsepower | 212 hp @ 4,600 rpm |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm |
| Injection Type | Sequential Port Fuel Injection (SPFI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Four Wheel Drive |
| Differential Type | Full-time four-wheel drive with driver-lockable center differential; electronic front and rear locking differentials offered as a factory option |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD, second-gear starter switch, lockup torque converter, dual shift programs (A343F) |
| 1st Gear | 2.804 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.531 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.753 |
| Reverse | 2.393 |
| Final Drive | 3.087 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 12 MPG |
| Highway | 14 MPG |
| Combined | 13 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Leading arm w/coil springs (solid front axle) |
| Rear Suspension | Four-link w/coil springs (solid rear axle) |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.1 in. |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.98 in. |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.3 in. disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.2 in. disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 8 in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 8 in. aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | P275/70R16 |
| Tires Rear | P275/70R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 189.8 in |
| Width | 76 in |
| Height | 73.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Front Track | 62.8 in |
| Rear Track | 63 in |
| Ground Clearance | 10.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 90.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,971 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 59.5 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars