Overview
The 2018 Lexus LC 500h Coupe fares well in the compact coupe segment. Adding $4,510 to the price of the standard gasoline variant, the LC 500h hybrid carries a base price of MSRP $96,510 and is offered in a standalone trim. The engine on service here is a familiar 3.5L V6 and dual-motor hybrid system and a 1.1 kWh battery. Mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission, it makes 354 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. The combined fuel economy improves from 19 MPG on the standard gasoline variant to 30 MPG on the hybrid variant, making the increase in sticker price worth it. Performance of the LC500h hybrid remains at par with the gasoline variant, with the car accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. Lexus offers the same 8 colors for the LC500h. The Lexus LC500h mainly competes indirectly with the Acura NSX with a significant price difference.
