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Buick Riviera vs Lexus SC300

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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1999 Buick Riviera

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2000 Lexus SC300

Overview

SpecBuick RivieraBaseLexus SC300300
Selected trimBase300
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19992000

Pricing & market

SpecBuick RivieraBaseLexus SC300300
MSRP$0$0
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick RivieraBaseLexus SC300300
Combined MPG19 MPG19 MPG
City MPG16 MPG17 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal20.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick RivieraBaseLexus SC300300
Horsepower240 hp (best)225 hp
Torque280 lb-ft (best)220 lb-ft
Engine size3.8 L (best)3 L
CylindersV6I6

Size & capability

SpecBuick RivieraBaseLexus SC300300
Doors22
Cargo volume17.4 cu ft (best)9.3 cu ft
Curb weight3,713 lbs3,560 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.4 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)105.9 in
Length207.2 in (best)192.9 in
Width75 in (best)70.9 in
Height54.6 in (best)53.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick RivieraBaseLexus SC300300
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBuick RivieraLexus SC300
1

Base

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

300

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Buick Riviera vs Lexus SC300 FAQ

Which is better: 1999 Buick Riviera or 2000 Lexus SC300?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1999 Buick Riviera vs 2000 Lexus SC300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1999 Buick Riviera or 2000 Lexus SC300?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1999 Buick Riviera starts lower at $0.
Which has better horsepower: 1999 Buick Riviera or 2000 Lexus SC300?
The 1999 Buick Riviera leads on horsepower in this comparison (240).