The 2018 Lexus LC is the most gorgeous car to ever appear from the Japanese luxury brand’s design center – and it’s also the first time Lexus has made a full-size sports coupe available in the United States since the more modest SC introduced in the 1990s. Inspired by your choice of V8 (5.0-liters, 471 horsepower) or hybrid (V6 + electric motors) power, the LC 500 and LC 500h are two distinctly different takes on the same grand touring concept.
The Lexus LC 500h maintains the CVT concept, but marries it to a four-speed automatic gearbox, allowing the two to operate in tandem and offer both better fuel efficiency than one would expect from a grand touring, as well as the kind of pulse-quickening acceleration and paddle shifting that has become a standard feature of cars in its class. This is aided and assisted by a control system that allots 10 total ratios split between the two discreet gearboxes, matching the 10 that are available in the V8 version of the LC.
Dynamic Exterior
With a long 2,870 mm wheelbase, compact 920 mm front and 970 mm rear overhangs and a notably low hood, LC’s athletic profile is set off by a sweeping roofline, sensual curves, and wind-cutting silhouette.
Luxurious Interior
LC’s cabin is designed for driving pleasure and luxurious comfort. The cockpit is an invitation to high-spirited driving. Passengers relax in an environment that combines stylishness and sophistication. The Lexus is globally reputed for just one of many reflections of the Takumi craftsmanship.
Lexus LC 2018
Safety System
The safety system included Pre-collision Safety System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Lane Keep Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Automatic High Beam.
Technology
LC introduces the first application of Lexus Enform, a multi-media package that combines connectivity, infotainment, convenience and next-level peace-of-mind in one simple to use system, as its wealth of technological advances.
Engine
With 471 horsepower and a 4.4-second 0-to-60 time, the most powerful Lexus V8 ever built is also one of the most powerful naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engines in the world.
Transmission
A first in the luxury segment, the all-new 10-speed Direct-Shift automatic transmission delivers rapid-fire shift times with lightning-quick intelligence.
Suspension (Front and Rear)
Independent, double-joint multilink with forged aluminum components, coil springs, linear-solenoid-actuated shock absorbers and adhesive-bonded stabilizer bar.
Brakes and Braking System
Six-piston monoblock aluminum calipers with 15.7-in two-piece ventilated discs (front). Four-piston monoblock aluminum calipers with 14.1-in two-piece ventilated discs (rear).
Four-wheel power-assisted discs with four-sensor, four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist.
Wheels and Tires
20-in polished 10-spoke forged alloy wheels with front 245/45R20 and rear 275/40R20 run-flat summer tires; 21-in polished split-five-spoke forged alloy wheels with front 245/40R21 and rear 275/35R21 run-flat summer tires.
Specification
Type Four-passenger luxury performance coupe
Construction Welded-steel and aluminum unibody
Cargo Capacity 5.4 cu ft
Curb Weight 4,280 lb
Fuel-Tank Capacity 21.7 gal
Drive Wheels Rear-wheel drive
Steering Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system
Sport Seats
Available sport seats feature an integrated foam construction that literally conforms to your physique for exceptional holding performance and comfort. Specially engineered side bolsters provide the perfect amount of bracing during high-G maneuvers.