Lexus SC First generation

The Lexus SC First generation (1992–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Z30
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | – | 4,859–4,890 mm |
| Width | – | – | 1,791–1,801 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,331–1,351 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm RDW | – | 2,690 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,592–1,648 kg RDW | – | 1,581–1,635 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,692–1,748 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,016 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 745 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 255 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,407 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
All 7 versions of the Lexus SC First generation
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–20002MODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1999–2000CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 19982MODE 2LKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1992–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1992–1997(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1992–1997(FFS), 2MODE 2LKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997Subcompact | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.1–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 278–292 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





