By Veeno Dewan
The LC 500 is the flagship coupe and convertible for Lexus and is one of the most stunning sports cars I have ever seen The LC is highlighted by that jaw dropping low hood line, the waspish pinched waist and aggressively wide rear track – the overall stance is epic! Its not as cartoonish as a Lambo or Ferrari and actually looks tasteful and refined. And of course, it is not cheap. It uses the finest construction, materials, and engineering.
The Lexus LC 500h AWD has no changes from 2024. There is a choice of V-8 gasoline power or a hybrid version as well as a convertible available. Options are limited as the car is fully loaded, but there us a special Bespoke Build program lets you personalize your LC with various customizable options.
Standard powertrain on the LC 500 is Lexus’s high-performance 5.0-liter V-8 engine with 471 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque paired with 10-speed automatic transmission. The alternative powertrain offered is the LC500h’s 354-hp gas-electric hybrid system, which combines a 3.5-liter V-6, a pair of electric motors, a 1.1-kWh lithium-ion battery, and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT)
The LC 500 can accelerate the car from 0-100 km/h in about 5.5 seconds. All LC versions have full-time all-wheel-drive and a limited slip differential delivering power to all four wheels. Note, the hybrid LC500 does not offer electric-only driving for now. The hybrid is self charging and not a plug-in electric vehicle.
The LC 500 range comes in 2 trim levels. Canadian pricing ranges from $115,515 to $132,000 Freight and PDI is $2,205. The hybrid model cost $134,104 and comes only in the highest trim package.
The LC500h also comes with the special Performance Package as standard on hybrid trims It adds a Torsen limited-slip differential, active rear spoiler and carbon-fibre roof to help weight distribution. The technical spec also includes Adaptive Variable Suspension Front Suspension: Multi-Link Type Rear Suspension, Multi-Link big 21″ Forged Aluminum Alloy Wheels and performance Pirelli tires, 2-piece brake front rotors , Aluminum Monoblock Brake Calipers, and Ventilated front, and rear discs.
As for the interior, everything is unique to the LC500 with no carryover trim from other Lexus models. There is plush Alcantara leather on the inside of the doors, soft-touch leather on the seats and a stunning, unique sliding tachometer ring from the LFA Concept car. The seats are snug, but comfortable and it is a cockpit designed for sport driving and luxury long distance cruising. The tiny rear seatbacks are fixed,
Standard features as you can imagine are extremely high, with heated Steering Wheel Voice Recognition Controls, Multi-Information Display Controls, Climate Control: Lexus Climate Concierge and Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control. A 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen standard features include wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, navigation, Amazon Alexa, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. The system also recognizes voice commands. There is also a true Audiophile quality 23 Speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound System with High Resolution Audio. Massaging functions are standard for the 28-way adjustable power drivers’ seat and available for the passenger and rear seat occupants The rear trunk is power operated with a kick sensor,
In terms of safety, the 2025 Lexus LS 500h has the excellent Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 suite of safety aids.
On the road, Lexus claims that the LC 500h can reach 140 km/h on electric power alone, with an acceleration time of 96 km/h in just 4.7 seconds. It is a very quick, satisfying, raw rush of power, which is smoothed out by the meticulous damping of the suspension. Handling is precise, with direct steering and a very stable, well centered feel. No doubt the Hybrid’s better 51:49 percent front–back weight distribution contributing to this. Overall driving dynamics and ride are both impressive thanks also to the highly engineered double-wishbone front suspension and the five-point multilink rear. The continuously adaptive shocks are tuned to manage bumps and road imperfections in milliseconds. This is an extremely fast car, whether you opt for the V8 gasoline engine or the hybrid powered variant.
Fuel efficiency rating are at (City/Highway L/100KM) 8.9 / 7.0. Overall, words fail to really capture the magic of this car. It is a visual and visceral delight, it is a fast, luxurious, heart stoppingly beautiful super car from all angles. I wish I were one of the lucky owners that Lexus expects will plunk down the money for one in Canada this year. Incredibly gorgeous and out of this world. Well worth the price and a deservedly good halo car for the Lexus brand.
2025 Lexus LC 500h: Base priced from $110,000 – $134,000 plus freight and PDI.
More info at www.Lexus.ca
