Lexus LC

{{Short description|Grand tourer produced by Lexus}} {{Use mdy dates|date=December 2016}} {{Infobox automobile | name = Lexus LC | image = 2023 Lexus LC500 in Atomic Silver, front left.jpg | caption = Lexus LC 500 (URZ100) | manufacturer = [[Toyota]] | model_code = Z100 | production = March 2017<ref>{{cite web |url=https://lexusenthusiast.com/2017/03/21/inside-the-lexus-lc-manufacturing-plant-in-japan/ |title=Inside the Lexus LC Manufacturing Plant in Japan |first=Kevin |last=Watts |work=Lexus Enthusiast |location=US |date=2017-03-21 |access-date=2020-04-18}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.business2community.com/automotive/first-drive-2018-lexus-lc-series-01786976#DMbtVSKATqL38yuG.97 |title=First Drive: 2018 Lexus LC Series |first=Matthew |last=Keegan |work=Business 2 Community |date=2017-02-24 |access-date=2020-04-18}}</ref> – August 2026<ref name="discontinuation"></ref> | model_years = 2018<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/2018-lexus-lc500h-hybrid-coupe-photos-and-info-news |title=2018 Lexus LC500h Hybrid Coupe Photos and Info |first=K.C. |last=Colwell |work=Car and Driver |location=US |date=2016-02-22 |access-date=2016-12-23}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/auto/2018-lexus-lc-500h/preview/ |title=2018 Lexus LC 500: New flagship coupe is a looker and bona fide driver's car |first=Jon |last=Wong |work=CNET |location=US |date=2016-12-08 |access-date=2016-12-23}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/lexus_lc_2018 |title=2018 Lexus LC Review, Ratings, Specs, Prices, and Photos |first=Bengt |last=Halvorson |work=The Car Connection |location=US |access-date=2016-12-23}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.autoblog.com/2016/12/08/2018-lexus-lc-500-first-drive-review/ |title=Anything but boring {{!}} 2018 Lexus LC 500 First Drive |first=Michael |last=Austin |work=Autoblog |location=US |date=2016-12-08 |access-date=2016-12-23}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.wsj.com/articles/2018-lexus-lc-500-prototype-review-dont-call-it-boring-1481840048 |title=2018 Lexus LC 500 Prototype Review: Don't Call It Boring |first=Dan |last=Neil |work=WSJ |location=US |date=2016-12-16 |access-date=2016-12-23}}</ref> – 2026<ref name="discontinuation"></ref> | assembly = Japan: [[Toyota City]] ([[Motomachi plant]]) | designer = {{unbulleted list | Edward Lee (LF-LC concept)<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/pushing-the-boundaries-33771/ |title=Pushing the boundaries |website=carsales |location=Australia |first1=Feann |last1=Torr |date=2012-11-24}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.topspeed.com/compact-electric-trucks-perfect-evs/ |title=Why The Alpha Wolf Makes A Strong Case For Compact Electric Pickup Trucks |first1=Martin |last1=Morales |website=TopSpeed |location=North America |date=2023-03-25}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.carthrottle.com/news/lexus-lc500-lfa-you-can-take-vacations |first1=Slawomir |last1=Poros |website=CarThrottle |location=UK |title=Lexus LC500: the LFA that you can take on vacations |date=2024-10-10}}</ref> | Tadao Mori (chief designer) | Pansoo Kwon (production exterior: 2013)<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.kumanakoubou.com/nua/35/nua_ogob.php |title=名古屋芸大グループ通信｜Nua-Ob |access-date=August 5, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180805084735/http://www.kumanakoubou.com/nua/35/nua_ogob.php |archive-date=August 5, 2018 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Phillips |first=Tom |date=2016-01-13 |url=http://www.cardesignnews.com/articles/cdn-live/detroit/2016/01/eyeson-design-awards-2016/ |title=Detroit 2016: EyesOn Design announces best in show winners |work=Car Design News |access-date=2016-03-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171026164422/http://cardesignnews.com/articles/cdn-live/detroit/2016/01/eyeson-design-awards-2016 |archive-date=October 26, 2017 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref name=designdates>{{cite news |last=Kiino |date=2016-01-11 |first=Ron |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/2018-lexus-lc-500-first-look-review/ |title=2018 Lexus LC 500 First Look Review |work=[[Motor Trend]] |access-date=2016-03-05}}</ref> }} | class = [[Grand tourer]] ([[S-segment|S]]) | body_style = {{unbulleted list | 2-door [[fastback]] [[coupé]] | 2-door [[convertible]] }} | layout = [[Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive|FMR layout]] | platform = TNGA: [[Toyota TNGA-L platform|GA-L]]<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/new-lexus-ls-flagship-sedan-to-debut-2017-naias.htm |title=New Lexus LS Flagship Sedan to Make Global Debut at the 2017 NAIAS |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=8 December 2016 |access-date=22 December 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190104231154/https://pressroom.toyota.com/releases/new-lexus-ls-flagship-sedan-to-debut-2017-naias.htm |archive-date=January 4, 2019 |url-status=dead }}</ref> | related = [[Lexus LS (XF50)]] | engine = {{unbulleted list | '''[[Petrol engine|Petrol]]:''' | 5.0 L ''[[Toyota UR engine#2UR-GSE|2UR-GSE]]'' [[V8 engine|V8]] (LC 500; URZ100) | '''Petrol [[Hybrid electric vehicle|hybrid]]:''' | 3.5 L ''[[Toyota GR engine#8GR-FXS|8GR-FXS]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]] (LC 500h; GWZ100) }} | motor = {{convert|132|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} ''2NM'' [[Alternating current|AC]] [[Synchronous motor|synchronous]] (LC 500h) | powerout = {{unbulleted list | {{convert|351|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (LC 500) | {{convert|220|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (LC 500h; petrol engine only); {{convert|264|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (LC 500h; combined system output) }} | transmission = {{unbulleted list | 10-speed ''Direct Shift'' ''[[List of Aisin transmissions#Longitudinal|Aisin AWR10L65]]'' [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] (LC 500) | 10-speed ''Multi Stage Hybrid System'' automatic (LC 500h) }} | drivetrain = [[Hybrid vehicle drivetrain#Parallel hybrid|Parallel hybrid]] (LC 500h) | wheelbase = {{convert|2870|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = {{convert|4760|–|4770|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | width = {{convert|1920|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = {{convert|1345|–|1350|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | weight = {{convert|1931|–|2055|kg|lbs|0|abbr=on}} | predecessor = [[Lexus SC]]/[[Toyota Soarer]] | battery = 310.8 V high-voltage [[Lithium-ion]] }}

The {{nihongo|'''Lexus LC'''|レクサス・LC|Rekusasu Eru Sh&imacr;}} is a [[grand tourer]] manufactured by [[Lexus]], a luxury division of [[Toyota]]. Based on the 2012 [[Lexus LF-LC|LF-LC Concept]], it was revealed at the [[North American International Auto Show#2016|2016 North American International Auto Show]] in [[Detroit]]. It replaced the [[Lexus SC|SC]], which was produced from 1991 to 2010. The LC is the first Lexus model to utilize the [[Toyota TNGA-L platform|GA-L]] platform, which, along with other components, is shared with the full-size [[Lexus LS (XF50)|XF50 series LS]] sedan. According to Lexus, the name "LC" stands for "Luxury Coupe".<ref>{{cite web |url=https://blog.lexus.co.uk/lexus-model-name-meanings-explained/ |title=Lexus model name meanings explained |publisher=Lexus |location=UK |date=2014-12-03 |access-date=2020-04-18}}</ref>

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== History == {{See also|Lexus LF#LF-LC}}

=== Development === [[File:2012-03-07 Motorshow Geneva 4290 (cropped).JPG|left|thumb|Lexus LF-LC concept]]

The LC was developed under the program codename "950A" from 2011 to 2016. It was previewed by the LF-LC Concept, which was designed at [[Calty Design Research]] in [[Newport Beach, California]]. The concept vehicle was revealed at the [[Detroit Auto Show#2012|2012 Detroit Auto Show]]. Design work was later transferred from Calty to Toyota Technical Centre in [[Aichi Prefecture|Aichi, Japan]] in January 2013, with a final production design freeze in the first half of 2014.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motoring.com.au/lexus-lf-lc-set-for-production-44805/|title=LF-LC Set for Production|last=Pettendy|first=Marton|date=2014-07-19|website=Motoring|access-date=2016-04-07}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2017-lexus-sc-rendered-28642|title=2017 Lexus SC Rendered|last=Pincott|first=Karla|date=2014-06-11|website=CarsGuide|access-date=2016-04-07}}</ref>

=== Introduction === Four years after the concept's debut, the production model, dubbed '''LC 500''', was introduced in January 2016 at the same venue.<ref>{{cite web |last=Ramey |first=Jay |date=2016-01-11 |url=https://autoweek.com/article/detroit-auto-show/2017-lexus-lc-500-magnitudes-more-radical-rc |title=2017 Lexus LC 500 is way more radical than the RC |work=[[Autoweek]] |access-date=2016-09-25}}</ref> It shares the same 5.0-litre ''[[Toyota UR engine#2UR-GSE|2UR-GSE]]'' [[V8 engine]] with the [[Lexus RC F|RC F]] and [[Lexus GS (L10)|GS F]] with power slightly increased to {{convert|471|hp|kW hp PS|abbr=on|disp=out|0}}.<ref name="badass">{{cite news |last=Orlove |first=Raphael |date=2016-01-11 |url=https://jalopnik.com/the-100-000-lexus-lc-500-is-the-most-badass-lexus-sinc-1752278150 |title=The $100,000 Lexus LC 500 Is The Most Badass Lexus Since The LFA |work=[[Jalopnik]] |access-date=2016-02-19}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.motortrend.ca/en/news/2018-lexus-lc-500-launch-preparations/ |title=2018 Lexus LC 500 Packs 471 HP, Goes On Sale Next May |first=Alisa |last=Priddle |work=Motor Trend |location=Canada |date=2016-09-02 |access-date=2016-12-23}}</ref> It is paired with a 10-speed [[automatic transmission]].<ref>{{cite news |last=Ziegler |first=Chris |date=2016-01-11 |url=https://www.theverge.com/2016/1/11/10749630/lexus-lc-500-announced-detroit-auto-show-2016 |title=The Lexus LC 500 is a big, powerful, flagship coupe – and it won't be cheap |work=[[The Verge]] |access-date=2016-03-05}}</ref><ref name="badass" />

A [[Hybrid electric vehicle|hybrid-electric]] model, dubbed '''LC 500h''', was revealed in [[Geneva Motor Show|Geneva]] in February 2016.<ref>{{cite news|url= http://www.autoblog.com/2016/02/18/2018-lexus-lc-500h-hybrid-powertrain-details/ |title=8 things you should know about the Lexus LC 500h powertrain|last=Gluckman|first=David |date=2016-02-18|work=Autoblog |access-date=2016-03-05}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url= https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1102382_2018-lexus-lc-500h-geneva-debut-for-hybrid-performance-coupe |title=2018 Lexus LC 500h: Geneva Debut For Hybrid Performance Coupe|work=Green Car Reports|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}</ref> It is powered by a 3.5-litre ''[[Toyota GR engine#8GR-FXS|8GR-FXS]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]] engine, a hybrid transmission, and a [[lithium-ion]] [[battery pack]] with a combined {{convert|354|hp|kW hp PS|abbr=on|order=out}} output at 6,600 rpm,<ref>{{cite news|url= http://www.autoblog.com/2016/02/18/lexus-lc-500h-four-speed-auto/ |title=The Lexus LC 500h has a four-speed auto and that's a good thing|last=Gluckman|first=David |date=2016-02-18|work=Autoblog |access-date=2016-03-05}}</ref> and an estimated {{convert|500|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of combined torque at 3000 rpm.<ref name=":0">{{cite web|url= http://www.automobile-catalog.com/bigcurve/2018/2512685/lexus_lc_500h.html |title=Horsepower/Torque Curve 2018 Lexus LC 500h (model since Spring 2017 for North America ). Detailed engine characteristics.|work=Automobile Catalogue|access-date=2018-10-03}}</ref> The battery has 44 kW and 1.1 [[kWh]] and can power the car for {{convert|4|miles|km|abbr=in|order=flip|0}}.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Feder |first1=Joel |title=2018 Lexus LC 500h gas mileage review |url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1116425_2018-lexus-lc-500h-gas-mileage-review |website=Green Car Reports |language=en |date=2018-04-26}}</ref>

=== Discontinuation === Lexus announced that the production of the LC 500 coupe and convertible will end in August 2026, and 2026 will be the final model year for the North American market.<ref name="discontinuation">{{cite news |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2026/01/lexus-is-killing-the-lc-500-after-2026/ |title=Lexus Dealers Were Just Told Something V8 Fans Won't Like |first=Stephen |last=Rivers |work=Carscoops |location=US |date=2026-01-29 |access-date=2026-01-30}}</ref>

=== Manufacturing === The LC is built at Toyota's [[Motomachi plant|Motomachi]] facility, the same plant that produced the [[Lexus LFA|LFA]].<ref name=":2">{{Cite news|url=https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1110731_lexus-gives-inside-look-at-lc-production|title=Lexus gives inside look at LC production|work=Motor Authority|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}</ref> The factory was reconfigured for LC production, which included finishing the entire facility's interior in white.<ref name=":2" /> Many of the "Takumi" master craftsmen who built the LFA continue their work on different areas of the LC, including [[Carbon fiber reinforced polymer|carbon fibre]] parts, leatherwork and paint. Series production commenced in March 2017, with the first example completed on April 23, 2017.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com" />

=== Concept cars === The LC [[Convertible]] Concept is based on the LC. It has 22-inch wheels and white leather trim with gold accent stitching. Tadao Mori was the Chief Designer.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.lexus.com/concept/LC-Convertible/ |title=The Lexus LC Convertible |publisher=Lexus |location=US |access-date=2019-02-02}}</ref> It weighed more than the LC coupé, therefore the top speed and acceleration times dropped slightly.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-goodwood-festival-speed/lexus-lc-convertible-will-arrive-2020 |title=Lexus LC Convertible will arrive in 2020 |first=Rachel |last=Burgess |work=Autocar |location=UK |date=2019-07-06 |access-date=2019-11-13}}</ref>

<gallery widths="250" heights="79"> File:Lexus LC Convertible Concept Genf 2019 1Y7A5165.jpg|LC Convertible Concept at 2019 [[Geneva Motor Show]] </gallery>

=== Convertible === The LC 500 Convertible, based on the concept car, was unveiled at the [[LA Auto Show#2019|LA Auto Show]] on November 20, 2019.<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://www.autoblog.com/2019/11/19/2021-lexus-lc-500-convertible-reveal-la-auto-show/ |title=2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible revealed at L.A. Auto Show |first=James |last=Riswick |work=Autoblog |location=US |date=2019-11-19 |access-date=2019-11-21}}</ref> Its four-layer soft top roof can be operated at speeds of up to {{cvt|50|km/h|mph|round=5}}. Its features include a transparent polycarbonate wind deflector, neck heaters, and Active Noise Control (ANC) technology.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.autodevot.com/2019/11/2021-lexus-lc-500-convertible-debuts-la-auto-show/ |title=Lexus LC 500 Convertible debuts at LA Auto Show |work=Autodevot |location=India |date=24 November 2019 |access-date=24 November 2019}}</ref>

== Design == The LC retained the overall design of the concept model. It has a variant of Lexus' corporate "spindle" [[Grille (car)|grille]] with a gradient pattern; a tightly compressed [[mesh]] at the top transitions to a wider diamond at the bottom. However, unlike other vehicles in the lineup, the top of the spindle grille does not have a chrome surround.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com">{{cite news |url=https://lexusenthusiast.com/2016/12/08/2018-lexus-lc-500-lc-500h-preview/ |title=2018 Lexus LC 500 & LC 500h Preview |first=Kevin |last=Watts |work=Lexus Enthusiast |date=2016-12-08 |access-date=2016-12-26}}</ref> The compact [[Light-emitting diode|LED]] triple-projector [[Headlamp|headlight]] is in the small overhang between the [[Bumper (car)|bumper]] and wheels.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com" /><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.automobilemag.com/news/15-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-2018-lexus-lc-500/|title=15 Things You Didn't Know About the 2018 Lexus LC 500|date=2016-01-12|work=Automobile Magazine|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en-US}}</ref>

<gallery widths="200" heights="133"> File:FoS20162016 0625 150845AA (27289950913) (2).jpg|LC 500 (URZ100) File:2019 Lexus LC500 (yellow), rear left (Greenwich 2019).jpg|LC 500 (URZ100) File:Lexus LC 500h – f 24062018.jpg|LC 500h (GWZ100) File:Lexus LC 500h – h 24062018.jpg|LC 500h (GWZ100) File:Lexus LC Convertible IMG 4916.jpg|LC 500 Convertible (URZ100) File:Lexus LC Convertible IMG 4271.jpg|LC 500 Convertible (URZ100) File:Lexus LC 500 & LC 500h interior (cropped).jpg|Interior </gallery>

=== Chassis === The LC is the first vehicle to use Lexus' [[Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|front-engine, rear-wheel drive]] platform, dubbed "Global Architecture – Luxury" (GA-L). It consists of various materials, including high-strength steel, aluminium, and carbon fibre.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://autoweek.com/article/drive-reviews/2018-lexus-lc500-review-your-own-private-idaho|title=2018 Lexus LC500 review: The return of the personal luxury coupe|work=Autoweek|access-date=2018-11-07}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/features/2017-lexus-lc500-coupe-dissected-feature|title=2017 Lexus LC500 Coupe Dissected: Design, Powertrain, Chassis, and More|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}</ref> The GA-L platform would underpin future rear-wheel drive models, including the LS 500, which was introduced in January 2017. The platform is designed to provide lower overall [[mass]], improved front/rear [[weight distribution]], and a low [[Center of mass|center of gravity]]. [[Run-flat tire]]s are also used to avoid the need for a spare, and the vehicle battery has been relocated to the [[Trunk (car)|trunk]] to improve weight distribution.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com" />

The suspension is a double-joint [[multi-link suspension]] with a forged aluminium upper arm is secured at two points, which ensures all movements are mirrored from the lower arm. The double-joint design reduces the necessary height of the suspension system, as placement is lower than a traditional single-joint setup.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com" />

=== Powertrain ===

==== LC 500 ==== The LC 500 is powered by a ''2UR-GSE'' 5.0-litre V8 engine which is an updated version of the engine found in the RC F, GS F and other F cars alike. It uses D-4S direct and port [[fuel injection]], [[Atkinson cycle|Atkinson cycle operation]] and [[VVT-i]]. The engine produces {{convert|351|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} at 7,100 rpm and {{convert|540|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque at 4,800 rpm and is mated to a 10-speed ''Direct Shift'' automatic transmission.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com" /> [[File:2UR-GSE 24LC500.jpg|thumb|LC 500 Motor (2UR-GSE)]] Lexus claimed that the LC 500 can hit {{cvt|0-60|mph|km/h|0|order=flip}} in 4.4 seconds.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sterlingmccalllexus.com/blog/model/2023-lexus-lc-0-60-time/#:~:text=This%20gripping%20luxury%20sports%20coupe's,is%20168%20miles%20per%20hour. |title=This gripping luxury sports coupe's 0-60 time is 4.4 seconds. |date=2023-06-29}}</ref>

==== LC 500h ==== The LC 500h employs a [[hybrid powertrain]], known as the ''Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid'' system.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/two-trans-enter-one-trans-leaves-details-of-the-new-lexus-multi-stage-hybrid|title=Two Trans Enter, One Trans Leaves: Details of the New Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}</ref> It consists of a 3.5-litre ''8GR-FXS'' V6 engine which produces {{convert|220|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} at 6,600 rpm and {{convert|356|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of torque at 5,100 rpm, in addition to two electric motors whose total output is {{convert|132|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|300|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of torque.<ref name=":1">{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2018-lexus-lc500h-hybrid-test-review|title=2018 Lexus LC500h Hybrid|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}</ref> Combined power output over the entire system is {{convert|264|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|500|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" />

The engine and motors are coupled to a unique transmission, which consists of a four-speed automatic transmission embedded inside a [[continuously variable transmission]]. This “dual” transmission provides stepped access to the torque generated by the electric motor, and functions similarly to a 10-speed automatic transmission.<ref name="lexusenthusiast.com" /><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1116425_2018-lexus-lc-500h-gas-mileage-review|title=2018 Lexus LC 500h gas mileage review|work=Green Car Reports|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}</ref>

== Motorsport == === Super GT === {{Infobox racing car | Car_name = Lexus LC 500 GT500 | Image = No.38 ZENT CERUMO LC500 at 2019 Suzuka 300km (1).jpg | caption = | Category = [[Super GT GT500]] | Constructor = [[Lexus]] | Designer = | Predecessor = [[Lexus RC#Super GT|Lexus RC F GT500]] | Successor = [[Toyota GR Supra#Super GT|Toyota GR Supra GT500]] (GT500 only)<ref>{{cite web |url=https://sportscar365.com/other-series/super-gt/toyota-supra-to-replace-lexus-lc-500-in-super-gt/ |title=Toyota Supra to Replace Lexus LC 500 in Super GT |first=Jake |last=Kilshaw |work=Sportscar365 |location=US |date=2019-01-19 |access-date=2019-01-30}}</ref> | Team = {{flagicon|JPN}} [[SARD|Lexus Team SARD]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Team LeMans|Lexus Team LeMans Wako's]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Racing Project Bandoh|Lexus Team WedsSport Bandoh]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[TOM'S|Lexus Team TOM'S]] {{flagicon|JPN}} Lexus Team ZENT-Cerumo | Drivers = {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Kohei Hirate]] {{flagicon|FIN}} [[Heikki Kovalainen]] {{flagicon|ITA}} [[Andrea Caldarelli]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Kazuya Oshima]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Yuhi Sekiguchi]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Yuji Kunimoto]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Kamui Kobayashi]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Kazuki Nakajima]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Daisuke Itō (racing driver)|Daisuke Itō]] {{flagicon|GBR}} [[James Rossiter]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Ryo Hirakawa]] {{flagicon|NZL}} [[Nick Cassidy]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Hiroaki Ishiura]] {{flagicon|JPN}} [[Yuji Tachikawa]] | Technical ref = | Chassis = Carbon-fibre monocoque | Front suspension = Double wishbone, pushrod operated, twin dampers and torsion bars | Rear suspension = Double wishbone, pushrod operated, twin dampers and spring | Length = {{convert|4960|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | Width = {{convert|1950|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | Height = {{convert|1220|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | Wheelbase = {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | Track = | Brakes = Hydraulic ventilated carbon disk. [[AP Racing]] calipers | Engine name = [[Toyota RI engine|Lexus RI4AG]] | Capacity = {{convert|2000|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}} | Configuration = [[inline-4]] | Turbo/NA = single-[[turbocharger|turbocharged]], | Engine position = [[FMR layout|front-mid-mounted]] | Power = {{convert|483|kW|PS hp|0|lk=on|abbr=on}} | Gearbox name = | Gears = 6-speed | Type = [[Sequential manual transmission|sequential]] [[Semi-automatic transmission|semi-automatic]] gearbox | Differential = | Weight = {{convert|1020|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}} | Fuel = Various | Lubricants = Various | Tyres = [[Bridgestone|Bridgestone Potenza]] and [[Yokohama Rubber Company|Yokohama Advan]] | Debut = [[2017 Okayama GT 300km]] | Last_event = [[2019 Motegi GT 250km]] | Races = 24 | Wins = 14 | Cons_champ = 2 | Drivers_champ = 2 | Poles = 7 | Fastest_laps = 6 }}

==== GT500 ==== The '''LC500 GT500''' is a GT500 GT race car derived from the road-going LC500 for use in the [[Super GT]] from [[2017 Super GT Series|2017]] onwards. The car is the direct replacement to the Lexus RC F GT500, which competed in the [[2014 Super GT Series|2014]] to [[2016 Super GT Series|2016 Super GT season]]s.<ref>{{cite press release |url=https://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/detail/14874291/ |title=Toyota GAZOO Racing Outlines 2017 Motorsports Activities |publisher=Toyota |location=Japan |date=2017-02-02 |access-date=2019-01-30}}</ref> The LC500 GT500 car made its début at the [[2017 Okayama GT 300km]],<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://lexusenthusiast.com/2017/04/09/weekend-race-results-lexus-lc-gt500-takes-top-six-positions-in-super-gt/|title=Weekend Race Results: Lexus LC GT500 Takes Top Six Positions in Super GT |date=2017-04-09 |access-date=2018-11-07}}</ref> and claimed 14 race wins of the 24 overall entered races from 2017 until 2019 (26 with the Super GT/DTM crossover events). In 2020, with the introduction of the new Class One and the revival of the Supra nameplate, the [[Toyota GR Supra]] would take its place in the GT500 category.

<gallery widths="200" heights="133"> File:Tokyo Auto Salon 2019 (46769581761).jpg|2017 winner of Keeper TOM'S LC500 File:WMC P TAS18 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing LC ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen 1.jpg|Lexus LC SP-PRO at the 2018 24 Hours of Nürburgring </gallery>

==== GT300 ==== For 2023, a GT300 version of the LC500h, called the LC500h GT, was developed by APR as a replacement for their [[Toyota Prius#Motorsports|Toyota Prius GT300]]. The car features the same hybrid system as the Prius before it.<ref>{{Cite web |title=apr Lexus LC500h GT Unveiled, Drivers Announced at Tokyo Auto Salon |website= dailysportscar.com| publisher= |date=January 13, 2023 |url=https://www.dailysportscar.com/2023/01/13/apr-lexus-lc500h-gt-unveiled-drivers-announced-at-tokyo-auto-salon.html |access-date=2023-02-27}}</ref>

<gallery widths="200" heights="133"> File:No.31 apr LC500h GT after 2023.8.26-27 SUZUKA GT 450km (1).jpg|Lexus LC500h GT300 at the 2023 Suzuka GT 450 km </gallery>

== Marketing == For [[Marvel Cinematic Universe|Marvel Studios']] [[Black Panther (film)|''Black Panther'' feature film]], Lexus provided LC500s for filming in [[South Korea]] during the car chase sequence.<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://carbuzz.com/news/2018-lexus-lc-500-stars-in-action-packed-black-panther-car-chase-clip|title=Lexus LC 500 Stars In Action-Packed Car Chase|work=CarBuzz| date= 2018-01-26| access-date=2025-09-26}}</ref> Lexus also produced two specific LC models named Black Panther Editions that feature a large [[Black Panther (character)|Black Panther]] mask decal on the hood, blue underbody lighting, 24-inch wheels and blue paint with subtle striping.<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://www.cars.com/articles/lexus-lc-500-black-panther-editions-to-stalk-sema-1420697685422/|title=Lexus LC Black Panther Editions |work= Cars.com | first= Brian| last= Wong | date= 2017-10-25 | publisher= |access-date=2025-09-26}}</ref>

== Sales ==  {| class="wikitable" |- ! Calendar year ! Europe <ref name=CarSaleseBase-Europe>{{Cite news |url=http://carsalesbase.com/european-car-sales-data/lexus/lexus-lc/ |title=Lexus LC European sales figures |work=CarSalesBase |location=The Netherlands |access-date=2018-04-12}}</ref> ! US !China |- | 2017 |548 | 2,484<ref>{{Cite news |url=http://carsalesbase.com/us-car-sales-data/lexus/lexus-lc/ |title=Lexus LC US car sales figures |work=CarSalesBase |location=The Netherlands |access-date=2018-04-12}}</ref> | |- | 2018 |810 |1,979<ref>{{cite press release |url=http://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/december+2018+sales+chart.htm |title=December 2018 Sales Chart |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2019-01-03 |access-date=2019-01-19 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190204161432/https://corporatenews.pressroom.toyota.com/releases/december+2018+sales+chart.htm |archive-date=February 4, 2019 |url-status=dead }}</ref> | |- | 2019 |361 |1,219<ref>{{cite press release |url=https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-motor-north-america-reports-december-2019-year-end-sales/ |title=Toyota Motor North America Reports December 2019, Year-End Sales |publisher=Toyota |location=US |date=2020-01-03 |access-date=2020-03-09}}</ref> | |- | 2020 |260 |1,324 | |- | 2021 |369 |2,782 | |- |2022 |262 |1,387 | |- |2023 | |1,761<ref name="sales2024us">{{Cite press release |date=2025-01-03 |title=Toyota Motor North America Reports 2024 U.S. Sales Results |url=https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-motor-north-america-reports-2024-u-s-sales-results/ |access-date=2025-01-11 |website=Toyota |location=US}}</ref> |69<ref>{{Cite web |title=【易车销量榜】全国2023年雷克萨斯终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车 |url=https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=94&saleType=2&flag=2023&page=2 |access-date=2026-02-09 |website=car.yiche.com}}</ref> |- |2024 | |1,464<ref name="sales2024us" /> |24<ref>{{Cite web |title=【易车销量榜】全国2024年雷克萨斯终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车 |url=https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=94&saleType=2&flag=2024&page=2 |access-date=2026-02-09 |website=car.yiche.com}}</ref> |- |2025 | |1,286<ref>{{Cite press release |date=2026-01-05 |title=Toyota Motor North America Reports 2025 U.S. Sales Results |url=https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-motor-north-america-reports-2025-u-s-sales-results/ |access-date=2026-01-26 |website=Toyota |location=US}}</ref> |25<ref>{{Cite web |title=【易车销量榜】全国2025年雷克萨斯终端量销量榜-易车榜-易车 |url=https://car.yiche.com/newcar/salesrank/?brandId=94&saleType=2&flag=2025&page=2 |access-date=2026-02-09 |website=car.yiche.com}}</ref> |}

European statistics include sales from the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.<ref name=CarSaleseBase-Europe/>

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== External links == * {{Official website|https://discoverlexus.com/models/lc}}

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