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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 Type1FZ-FE 4.5L DOHC 24-valve inline-6
Displacement4.5 L
Horsepower212 hp @ 4,600 rpm
Torque275 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Injection TypeSequential Port Fuel Injection (SPFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFour Wheel Drive
Differential TypeFull-time four-wheel drive with driver-lockable center differential; electronic front and rear locking differentials offered as a factory option
Transmission
Transmission4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD, second-gear starter switch, lockup torque converter, dual shift programs (A343F)
1st Gear2.804
2nd Gear1.531
3rd Gear1
4th Gear0.753
Reverse2.393
Final Drive3.087
Fuel Economy
City12 MPG
Highway14 MPG
Combined13 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Suspension
Front SuspensionLeading arm w/coil springs (solid front axle)
Rear SuspensionFour-link w/coil springs (solid rear axle)
Front Stabilizer Bar1.1 in.
Rear Stabilizer Bar0.98 in.
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.3 in. disc
Rear Brake Disc13.2 in. disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 8 in. aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear16 x 8 in. aluminum alloy
Tires FrontP275/70R16
Tires RearP275/70R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length189.8 in
Width76 in
Height73.6 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track62.8 in
Rear Track63 in
Ground Clearance10.8 in
Cargo Volume90.9 ft³
Curb Weight4,971 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40.3 in
Headroom Rear39.7 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Legroom Rear32.8 in
Shoulder Room Front58.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.7 in
Hip Room Front59.5 in
Hip Room Rear59.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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