With a base, and as-tested price of $92,650, the SC is in a little bit of
an odd position. Its intended targets of the Jaguar XK, Benz SL and others are more costly by over $10,000; a significant amount, and yet, they don't offer the same build quality or sense of occasion. True, some of these may be dynamically superior when hastily driven down a winding road, but they can't match the Lexus' build, refinement and bulletproof reliability. And when it comes to choosing a laid-back, relaxing cruiser, few cars make for a better argument than the SC.
Specifications (Lexus SC430):
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Specifications (Lexus SC430):
- Price Range (SC430 MSRP): $92,650 - $93,850
- Price as Tested (MSRP): $92,650
- Body Type: 2-door convertible
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Engine: 288 hp, 317 lb-ft of torque, 4.3L, 32-valve DOHC V8
- Transmission: 6-spd automatic
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS, BA, EBD
- Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,534 / 1,825 / 1,350 / 2,620 mm (178.5 / 72.0 / 53.1 / 103.1 in)
- Curb Weight: 1,742 kg (3,840 lbs)
- Tires: 245/40R18
- Capacity (roof up/down): 368 / 135 L (13.0 / 4.8 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 12.2 / 8.6 L/100 km
- Observed Fuel Economy: 10.3 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive - 72/110,000 powertrain
- Competitors: BMW 650ci Convertible, Cadillac XLR, Jaguar XK8 Convertible, Maserati Spyder, Mercedes-Benz CLK500 / SL500, Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet
- Website: www.lexus.ca
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