Lexus LS 400 1994–1997 car dimensions: 4996 mm long, 1829 mm wide and 1435 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,656 kg. Braked towing is 907 kg.
Leather seats, dual power front buckets with lumbar, and power tilt/telescopic steering wheel are standard. Automatic climate control with dual temperature zones and an interior air filter handle cabin comfort. Cruise control is standard. Dual front airbags and four-wheel ABS are fitted. Wood trim, power windows and locks, keyless entry, and a cassette stereo with optional in-dash six-CD changer round out the cabin. No parking sensors, cameras, or electronic driver aids beyond optional traction control appear in the specs.
Trunk capacity is 13.9 cubic feet with the rear seats in place. Rear seats do not fold.
Maximum towing capacity is listed at 2000 pounds. Payload sits around 1113 pounds based on gross and curb weights. Optional electronic air suspension adds automatic load leveling.
The cabin is whisper-quiet with rich leather seats that use a coil and torsion spring system to dampen movement. Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard along with wood trim and power front seats offering 10-way adjustments including lumbar. Rear legroom is ample thanks to the longer wheelbase. Optional power moonroof and heated front seats add to the refined feel.
EPA fuel economy 19 city/25 highway mpg on premium gasoline
22.5-gallon fuel tank
Oil and filter changes at 7,500-mile intervals
Dual front airbags and 4-wheel ABS standard
IIHS moderate overlap front rating Good
Optional traction control with heated front seats
The 4.0-liter V8 returns EPA ratings of 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway while requiring premium fuel. The 22.5-gallon tank supports a driving range over 400 miles.
Recommended service starts with oil and filter changes every 7,500 miles after an initial 1,000-mile visit. Dealer maintenance is straightforward with low costs over time and complimentary early services.
Standard safety includes dual front airbags, four-wheel ABS, three-point belts at all seats, and a collapsible steering column. Front side airbags became standard in 1997. The car earned a Good rating in the IIHS moderate overlap front test covering this generation.
Ownership centers on the quiet ride, durable V8, and high build quality that supports high mileage with regular care. Keep up on fluids, timing belt around 70,000-90,000 miles, and address any check-engine lights promptly for long-term reliability.
Length 4996 mm, Width 1829 mm, Height 1435 mm, Wheelbase 2850 mm (LS 400 1994–1997)
Sources: manufacturer data, Lexus USA 1995 LS Specifications sheet, with the 1996 and 1997 Lexus USA sheets, Lexus UK press specification, May 1995, Inch, pound, cubic-foot and mph figures converted to the nearest integer.