Lexus LS 400 vs. Lexus LS 430
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus LS 400 and Lexus LS 430 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lexus LS 400 and the Lexus LS 430.
In comparing the Lexus LS 400's and the Lexus LS 430's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LS 400 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Lexus LS 400 and Lexus LS 430 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LS 400's and the Lexus LS 430's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LS 400 is a better car than the Lexus LS 430.
Pricing: A used 2000 Lexus LS 400 ranges from $3,995 to $9,650 while a used 2006 Lexus LS 430 is priced between $6,707 to $19,990.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus LS 400’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Lexus LS 430 base engine makes 278 horsepower. Both the LS 400 and the LS 430 are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 483 and 506 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$54,500
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$57,240
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$7,305
Price Range:
$3,995 - $9,650
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
57,584
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,791
Price Range:
$6,707 - $19,990
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
147,105
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Lexus LS 400 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LS 430 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus LS 400
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus LS 430
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
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Lexus LS 400 Rankings
Not yet available
Lexus LS 430 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus LS 400 Trim Levels
Base
Lexus LS 430 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
278 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
312 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Cargo Space:
20.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3890 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
196.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
72 inches
Height:
58.7 inches
Length:
197.4 inches
Wheelbase:
115.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Brown
Antique Bronze Mica
Gold
Mystic Gold Metallic
Gray
Antique Sterling Metallic
Green
Imperial Jade Mica
Red
Baroque Red Metallic
Silver
Alpine Silver Metallic / Silver Jade Metallic
White
Diamond White Pearl
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Brown
Not available
Gold
Mystic Gold Metallic
Gray
Briarwood Pearl / Flint Mica
Green
Cypress Pearl
Red
Black Cherry Pearl
Silver
Mercury Metallic
White
Crystal White / Moonlight Pearl
Blue
Blue Onyx Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Cypress
Black
Black
White
Ivory
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Cashmere leather / Ecru premium leather / Saddle premium leather
Black
Black leather / Black premium leather
White
Not available
Gray
Ash leather
