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1999 Lexus LS 400

The 1999 Lexus LS 400 is a 290-hp 4.0-liter V8 sedan with a wide ratio 5-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/od, super-flow torque converter, ect-i intelligence and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $53,805 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.

It makes 290 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 300 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).

The LS measures 196.7 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,892 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$53,805 ($104,962 *)
Engine
Engine Type1UZ-FE 4.0L V8 naturally aspirated w/VVT-i; aluminum block and heads, DOHC 32-valve
Displacement4 L
Horsepower290 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque300 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 32-valve (4 valves/cyl) w/VVT-i
Bore and Stroke87.5 x 82.5 mm (3.44 x 3.25 in.)
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeElectronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Differential TypeRear differential; FD ratio 3.266:1
Transmission
TransmissionWide ratio 5-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission w/OD, super-flow torque converter, ECT-i intelligence
1st Gear3.357
2nd Gear2.18
3rd Gear1.424
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.753
Reverse3.431
Final Drive3.266
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined19 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone (high-mount upper arm); coil spring standard, air suspension optional
Rear SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone; coil spring standard, air suspension optional
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVentilated disc, 12.3 x 1.10 in., four-wheel ABS
Rear Brake DiscDisc, 12.1 x 0.63 in., four-wheel ABS
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 7.0 in. aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear16 x 7.0 in. aluminum alloy
Tires FrontP225/60R16
Tires RearP225/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length196.7 in
Width72 in
Height56.5 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track62 in
Rear Track62 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume13.9 ft³
Curb Weight3,892 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.9 in
Headroom Rear36.9 in
Legroom Front43.7 in
Legroom Rear36.9 in
Shoulder Room Front57.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.1 in
Hip Room Front57.1 in
Hip Room Rear56.7 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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