2020 Lexus LC
Overview
Lexus makes some of the world’s best luxury cars and the latest LC 500 is no exception. This extraordinary car is a world-class luxury coupe uniquely engineered for a new era of uncompromising performance and design. It sets the bar high in the luxury, high-performance segment. With a platform specifically designed for the LC 500, the LC 500 connects drivers to the road like never before. A highly rigid chassis provides surgeon-like precision through corners and the thundering engine note from its V8 engine rumbles beneath the wind-sculpted hood. Starting at $92,950,* the 2020 Lexus LC 500 is the ultimate luxury sports car. It delivers stunning performance combined with state-of-the-art technology for an unprecedented driving experience that only Lexus can deliver.
The Perfect Drive for…
The enthusiast who dreamed of owning a Lexus LFA. With its striking resemblance to this miraculous supercar from Lexus, the LC 500 appeals to the enthusiast who loves luxury as much as power, style as much as performance. The engineers at Lexus combined exquisite craftsmanship with exceptional comfort to create a unique experience in the sports coupe segment, which embraces what the Lexus brand embodies: elite luxurious performance. The LC is built for a driver to feel connected to the road with a precisely calculated driving position, magnesium paddle shifters, and LFA-inspired digital performance gauges.
Drive and Handling
The Lexus LC is a sports car at heart. The LC 500 delivers 471 horsepower from its naturally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8 engine and can launch the LC from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds while delivering an impressive 398 pound-feet of torque. Featuring a dual-cam, sixteen-valve head with dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), drivers will appreciate the magnificent efficiency and smooth power delivery of this growling engine. The engine is mated to a 10-speed electronically controlled Direct-Shift transmission with lightweight magnesium paddle shifters, providing complete control and split-second shifting.
No powerful sports car is complete without a high-performance brake setup. Six-piston monoblock aluminum front calipers and four-piston monoblock rear calipers are combined with two-piece ventilated brake rotors for maximum stopping power. Electronic Brakeforce Distribution modulates the amount of brake pressure sent to each wheel for enhanced control. To further improve driving dynamics, the LC has a near-perfect weight distribution, a strikingly low center of gravity, and instinctive handling. Multilink rear suspension with forged aluminum components provide rear grip when you need it most. Coil springs, linear-solenoid-actuated shock absorbers, and an adhesive-bonded stabilizer bar provide precision when carving corners.
To keep the LC firmly planted on the road, the 2020 LC 500 offers 20-inch polished 10-spoke forged alloy wheels with run-flat summer tires. For more spirited driving, buyers can upgrade to 21-inch polished split-five-spoke forged alloy wheels with run-flat summer tires for the rear wheels offering high-performance traction. Buyers can add the Lexus Performance Package, which adds 21-inch staggered width, five spoke forged alloy wheels with polished finish and gloss black accents. The optional Sport Package also offers eight-way power adjustable front sport seats and a lightweight carbon fiber roof which gives the LC a lower center of gravity for improved handling.
Key Features
Driver-Oriented Cockpit
No matter where you sit in the LC 500, you'll be awestruck by the comfort and performance of this coupe. However, Lexus designed this car to speak to the driver. Inside, you'll find that the cockpit has been designed entirely around the driver. It starts with the ultra-low seating position, which helps the driver connect to the car and the road ahead. This lower seat position, combined with the LC's lower center of gravity reduces body movement from the driver through turns and translates into less body roll for the vehicle as well. Drive Mode Select, a feature inspired by the LFA, lets you control throttle response, suspension stiffness, fuel economy, and more. You've never been so in-tune with a car until now. Digital performance gauges offer vital information about the vehicle as you stretch the legs of that beastly V8 and a color Head-Up Display offers key information right on the windshield.
Innovative Technology, Simplified
As technology advances, many automakers tend to make it more complicated. That's not true with Lexus. A vivid 10.3-inch split-screen display allows you to intuitively navigate the infotainment system for features like audio, climate controls, and navigation. Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa compatibility let you stay connected on the road, by allowing you to stream your favorite playlists, use your favorite navigation app, make phone calls, and more. With compatible smart-home devices, you can adjust your thermostat, lighting, and security system at home, all from your Lexus LC 500.
Alternative Options
If your tastes are more practical, but you still enjoy the fast excitement of the LC, look no further than the Lexus GS F. The GS F seats five and still goes from 0-60mph in 4.5 seconds, making it the optimal choice for a driver that values versatility and excitement. Maybe you're a driver that is more industrious than a sports car can support; maybe you need a car with a little more work to it. The Lexus LX provides space and engine power for every task you can think of, complimenting your hard work ethic with sleek style.
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*MSRP excludes delivery, processing and handling fee of $1,025, which may be subject to change at any time. Excludes taxes, title, license and optional equipment. Dealer price will vary.
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