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Description
The Toyota Celsior E‑UCF21 is the Japanese domestic-market luxury sedan equivalent of the second-gen Lexus LS 400 facelift, produced from 1994 to 2000.
🧠 Key Attributes
Powertrain & Performance
Engine: 4.0 L 1UZ‑FE DOHC V8, originally ~265 PS; upgraded to ~280 PS with VVT‑i in 1997
Torque: ≈ 360–407 Nm depending on model year .
Transmission: 4-speed automatic initially, upgraded to 5-speed from July 1997 .
Drive: Rear-wheel-drive; ultra-smooth and refined, with a legendary reputation for durability and low NVH.
Dimensions & Chassis
Exterior: L 4,995 mm × W 1,830 mm × H ~1,415–1,435 mm; Wheelbase: 2,850 mm
Curb Weight: ~1,640–1,770 kg depending on grade and options .
🏅 Luxurious Features
Interior: Richly equipped with dual-zone climate control, 6‑disc CD changer, power-adjustable seats (front and, in some trims, rear), power folding mirrors, luxury upholstery (cloth or leather), and wood-tone dash accents
Safety & Comfort: SRS airbags (front, sides), VSC, brake assist, seatbelt pretensioners, optional chauffeur-oriented amenities like rear massaging seats, rear A/C vents and controls, electrically controlled curtains, TEMS suspension, and air-ride
Optional Tech: Factory CD-ROM navigation (Japan), xenon headlights, variable-speed adjustable front lamps, cruise control, keyless entry. The JDM “E” grade even had radar cruise control .
Trim Levels & Notable Updates
Grades: A, B, C, C/F — “C” often the climactic mid-tier, offering lavish comfort without full VIP package 1997 facelift (UCF21 Introduced): Brought xenon HID lamps, VVT‑i engine performance boost, switch to 5-speed auto, rear window antenna, improved suspension and steering feel, side airbags, brake assist, and theft protection
Why the UCF21 Celsior Shines
Legendary Reliability: The 1UZ‑FE V8 is famous for endurance—even high-mileage examples exceed half a million km Luxury & Value: Offers curtain‑like cabin quietness, sumptuous comfort, and premium tech without the luxury-brand price tag.
Rare JDM Features: Japanese-market models include extras like rear massaging seats, air-ride with TEMS, electric rear curtains—uncommon even then
📊 Quick Spec Overview
| Spec | UCF21 (Facelift) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4.0 L 1UZ‑FE V8 w/VVT‑i |
| Power | ~280 PS / 407 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Drive | RWD |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4,995 × 1,830 × ~1,415–1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | ~1,680–1,770 kg |
| Features | Xenon lights, side airbags, TEMS/air-ride, radar cruise, rear lux options |
Who It’s For
Buyers Seeking Classic Luxury: Stylish, opulent, and refined—a sleeper luxury sedan with timeless elegance.
Reliability Enthusiasts: A bulletproof chassis and powertrain with famously low maintenance needs.
Japanophile / VIP Culture Fans: Perfect platform for customization, VIP styling, or true-to-factory JDM luxury.
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