Auto loans: 1996 Lexus SC
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.4 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 1996 Lexus SC for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1996 Lexus SC specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 4.0L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 307 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $21.70 | $22.93 | $22.93 |
1996 Lexus SC: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.0 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 | 22 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) | 255 L (9 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,350 | US$4,550 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $4,340 | $4,586 | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1996 Lexus SC
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1996 Lexus SC for buyers
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1996 Lexus SC; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is what to know about the 1996 Lexus SC before buying one.
Before you sign for the SC
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
What the figures tell you
The powertrain to know here is the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated 12.4 L/100 km combined: about 37 litres every 300 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $21.70, and a 300 km weekend about $65.10. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
A good match for
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size.
Practical details
As a small car, it has a closed trunk that keeps luggage out of sight. In plain terms, its 255 litres of luggage space hold about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
A test week in the SC tells you more than any review. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. Rent the SC for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Which one to look for
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Money matters
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$4,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
One more step
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1996 Lexus SC from us first.
Ask us about the 1996 Lexus SC
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1996 Lexus SC for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1996 Lexus SC
Does CarmaCars sell the 1996 Lexus SC?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1996 Lexus SC before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1996 Lexus SC have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 1996 Lexus SC cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4340.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.