2018 Lexus LC 500
All photo credits
- Photo: Lexus LC500 Coupé in White Nova Glass Flake, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus LC 500 Yellow Edition URZ100 Flare Yellow (4) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Lexus LC500 Sport + Auto by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Lexus LC500 in Atomic Silver, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Lexus LC 500 "PINNACLE" (5BA-URZ100-ACUBH(Y)) interior by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2018 Lexus LC 500 is a 471-hp 5.0-liter V8 sports coupe with a 10-speed sport direct shift automatic; paddle shifters and manual mode and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $92,000 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 471 horsepower at 7,100 rpm and 398 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The LC measures 187.4 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,280 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $92,000 |
| MSRP with Destination | $93,025 |
| Destination Charge | $1,025 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2UR-GSE 5.0L V8 naturally aspirated; DOHC 32-valve, port/direct injection (D-4S) |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 471 hp @ 7,100 rpm |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
| Injection Type | Port/Direct Injection (D-4S) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Differential Type | Final drive axle ratio 2.94:1 |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 10-Speed Sport Direct Shift automatic; paddle shifters and manual mode |
| 1st Gear | 4.92 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.15 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.35 |
| 4th Gear | 1.88 |
| 5th Gear | 1.46 |
| 6th Gear | 1.19 |
| 7th Gear | 1 |
| 8th Gear | 0.79 |
| Reverse | 5.17 |
| Final Drive | 2.94 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.3 in. diameter, ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.1 in. diameter, ventilated disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 x 8.5 in. aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 20 x 9.5 in. aluminum |
| Tires Front | P245/45R20 |
| Tires Rear | P275/40R20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.4 in |
| Width | 75.6 in |
| Height | 53 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
| Front Track | 64.2 in |
| Rear Track | 64.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 5.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,280 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 32.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 48.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 43.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Lexus LC.
2 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Lexus LC
Owner Complaints
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Lexus LC. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2018 LEXUS LC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.