8.3
2021 Lexus LC500 Convertible review
The recipe is simple: take a sexy coupe, kill the hybrid option, and drop the top. The result is every bit as delicious as you'd expect.
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Scott Collie
2022 Lexus LC vs 2024 Mazda MX-5 Comparison
Lexus LC
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Based on the Lexus LC STRUCTURAL BLUE LIMITED EDTN
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Best suitable for...
Luxury
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
82L
951 to 1041 km
45L
311 to 410 km
Warranty
4 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$219,270
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- The way it looks
- The way it sounds
- The luscious interior
Misses
- Infernal infotainment
- Laughable boot space...
- ...and don't start on the rear seats
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
NA
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| DIRECT FUEL INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 4969 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 5.0L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| V8 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 32 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 321kW - 351kW | 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 7100 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 540Nm | 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 4800 | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 12.3 | 13 | |
