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2018 Lexus LC 500

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Rating7.5

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Compact Coupe
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$92,000
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A fast runner with a melodious V8 growl

No trim options limit versatility

New member of Lexus family

Sharp design language

Stingy with cargo space

A plush cabin makes touring comfortable

The tech system with the touchpad is annoying

Specs & Features

$92,000

price

471 hp @ 7100 rpm

horsepower

398 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

10-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.0L 8cyl RWD 10A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Lexus LC 500 makes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe class. With standalone trim on offer, the Lexus LC 500 has a base MSRP of $92,000. It competes directly with more expensive rivals such as the Maserati GranTurismo, the Nissan GT-R, and the Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe. Only a 5.0L V8 engine is offered, mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 471 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.4 seconds, the LC 500 maintains a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. Lexus offers the LC 500 in 9 stunning colors, with the Infrared being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2018 LC 500 Coupe comes with a single trim configuration and you can customize it with optional features and packages such as a heads-up display, the Performance Package, and Convenience Package.

Trims

    Base
    $92,000 onwards
    • LED low/high-beam headlights
    • Nine-inch high-resolution touchscreen infotainment system

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Engine

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Rating

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Horsepower

471 hp @ 7100 rpm

Torque

398 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

-

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2018 Lexus LC 500 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.4 sec12.6 sec-
    		3.4 sec--
    		3.61 sec11.5 sec198 mph
    		3.9 sec11.9 sec-
    		4.4 sec12.5 sec-
    		5.3 sec14.1 sec130 mph
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    2018 Lexus LC 500 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		16 mpg24 mpg18 mpg21.7 gal.347.2/520.8 mi.
      		21 mpg35 mpg28 mpg13.7 gal.328.8/479.5 mi.
      		23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/555 mi.
      		15 mpg25 mpg19 mpg18.5 gal.296/462.5 mi.
      		16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg17.4 gal.278.4/435 mi.
      		16 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19.8 gal.316.8/435.6 mi.

      2018 Lexus LC 500 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		187.4 in.75.6 in.53 in.5.2 in.113 in.
        		185.4 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.4 in.109.4 in.
        		185.2 in.72.6 in.54.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.
        		179 in.76.3 in.50.7 in.3.8 in.103.5 in.
        		176.9 in.73.9 in.48.8 in.8.1 in.106.7 in.
        		176 in.74.2 in.51.6 in.4 in.103.2 in.

        2018 Lexus LC 500 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		5.4 cu.ft.-5.4 cu.ft.
          		15 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.
          		13.8 cu.ft.120.9 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.
          		14.4 cu.ft.77.4 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          		10.1 cu.ft.-10.1 cu.ft.
          		8.8 cu.ft.79 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.

          2018 Lexus LC 500 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		5.4 cu.ft.5.4 cu.ft.5.4 cu.ft.-
            		121.7 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.15 cu.ft.-
            		-10.1 cu.ft.--
            		41 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.-
            		10.5 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.-

            2018 Lexus LC 500 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-920 lbs.4340 lbs.
              		7000 lbs.1439 lbs.3298 lbs.
              		-785 lbs.3373 lbs.
              		-884 lbs.3360 lbs.
              		-700 lbs.3958 lbs.
              		-798 lbs.3929 lbs.

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