What engine is in the 1995 LS400?
The 1995 LS400 is powered by Lexus’ 4.0-liter V8, the 1UZ-FE.
This all-aluminum, dual-overhead-camshaft engine delivers roughly 250 horsepower and about 260 lb-ft of torque, depending on market. It is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and helped establish the LS400’s reputation for quiet refinement.
Engine specifications
Below are the core specifications of the engine as it appeared in the 1995 LS400.
- Engine code: 1UZ-FE
- Displacement: 4.0 L (3,999 cc)
- Configuration: V8, DOHC, 32-valve
- Block/Head material: Aluminum
- Fuel system: Electronic fuel injection (EFI)
- Power output: Approximately 250 hp in US market; around 260–270 hp in other markets
- Torque: Approximately 260–270 lb-ft
- Transmission: 4-speed automatic
These specifications reflect the engine’s design emphasis on smooth operation, durability, and refined performance that characterized the LS400 during the mid-1990s.
Context and significance
The 1UZ-FE was a cornerstone of Lexus’s early luxury strategy, helping the LS line establish a reputation for reliability and quiet, premium driving. Introduced with the first-generation LS, it powered the LS400 and several other Lexus models, reinforcing Toyota’s broader commitment to durable, refined V8 engineering.
In the 1995 model year, the engine’s combination of an all-aluminum construction, 32-valve DOHC design, and smooth power delivery defined the LS400’s character—torque that arrives smoothly at highway speeds and an emphasis on long-term reliability over outright raw power.
Summary
In short, the 1995 LS400 runs on the 1UZ-FE 4.0-liter V8 — an all-aluminum, DOHC, 32-valve engine delivering about 250 horsepower and around 260 lb-ft of torque, paired with a four-speed automatic and celebrated for refined, dependable performance.
What engine is in a 1995 Lexus LS400?
The LS 400's new 4.0-litre 1UZ-FE 32-valve V8 engine, capable of 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) and 350 N⋅m (258 lb⋅ft) of torque, was linked to a new four-speed automatic transmission with ECT-i electronically controlled shifts, super-flow torque converter and rear differential.
Is the 1995 Lexus LS400 reliable?
My mechanic (Lexus technician) told me, that those cars are: "bullet proof". We have 4 LS400 in my family all of them high mileage. two have over 200k miles and those are much more reliable than most new cars we had. Don't be afraid of high mileage LSes any year.
Which Lexus has a 1UZ engine?
Lexus LS 400
The 1UZFE proved so reliable that Lexus kept it for the Lexus LS until 2000, encompassing two generations — the 1989 to 1994 LS 400 (XF10) and the 1994 to 2000 LS 400 (XF20). Car owners have also proven the reliability of the 1UZFE with the LS 400.
What type of engine is in a LS400?
1UZ-FE V8 engine
The second-gen LS400 benefits from the 1UZ-FE V8 engine. This powertrain is known for being able to achieve extremely high mileage and remain reliable while doing so. The power output is around 260 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque.
