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Lexus SC: generations and engines

The Lexus SC was built from 1991 to 2005 in 2 generations, with 7 engine versions in our catalog (coupe, convertible). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years1991–2005
Generations2
Engine versions7
Power228–304 hp
Body stylesCoupe, Convertible
FuelGasoline
Timeline

Lexus SC generations

  1. 1991–2001

    Lexus SC I

    • Coupe
    • Gasoline

    5 engine versions 228–294 hp

    Engines below
  2. 2001–2005

    Lexus SC II

    • Convertible
    • Gasoline

    2 engine versions 285–304 hp

    Generation specs
Specs

Lexus SC engines

The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.

Lexus SC I1991–2001 · 5 engine versions
EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombined
300 (228 hp)1991–2001Gasoline228 hp (168 kW)220 lb-ft (298 Nm)7.5 s146 mph (235 km/h)
300 (230 hp)1994–1999Gasoline230 hp (169 kW)209 lb-ft (284 Nm)7.5 s146 mph (235 km/h)
300 (230 hp) Automatic1994–1999Gasoline230 hp (169 kW)209 lb-ft (284 Nm)7.5 s146 mph (235 km/h)
400 (245 hp)1994–1999Gasoline245 hp (180 kW)258 lb-ft (350 Nm)6.9 s150 mph (241 km/h)
400 (294 hp)1994–2001Gasoline294 hp (216 kW)310 lb-ft (420 Nm)6.9 s150 mph (241 km/h)
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