Lexus SC Second generation
The Lexus SC Second generation (2002–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: Z40
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,520–4,540 mm RDW | – | 4,516–4,534 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm RDW | – | 1,829 mm |
| Height | 1,370 mm RDW | – | 1,349 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm RDW | – | 2,619 mm |
| Front track | 1,550 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Rear track | 1,535 mm ASTRA | – | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,715–1,725 kg RDW | – | 1,742 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,815–1,825 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,110 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 255 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,124 L EPA | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 250 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | 419 Nm ASTRA | – | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 245/40R18
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 82.8% (81.6–83.8) | 69.2% | 4,484 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 23.6% | 41.6% |
| Tyres | 21.3% | 31.2% |
| Brakes | 19.4% | 36.4% |
| Lights and electrics | 11.7% | 28.8% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 10.9% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.9% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
127 complaints for model years 2002–2008. 14 crashes · 10 injuries
- Airbags 76
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 8 versions of the Lexus SC Second generation
European Union 1 version
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4.3 L | Petrol | 267 g/km | 42 |
United Kingdom 2 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2009SC430 | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 11.4 L/100 km NEDC | 269 g/km |
| 2002–2004SC430 | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 12.0 L/100 km NEDC | 287 g/km |
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–20102MODE CLKUP · PR | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 20062MODE CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2002–20052MODE CLKUP | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2010Minicompact | 4.3 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 12.4–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 285–290 g/km |
| 2002–2005Minicompact | 4.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 13.0–13.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 299–301 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.