2022 Lexus LC
LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe RWD
What the LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe adds over the LC 500 (+$10,375)
| Spec | LC 500 | LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $94,125 | $104,500 |
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 398.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 358.1 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 5.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 85.9 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Lexus Enform |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.2 in |
| Overall height | 53 in |
| Overall length | 187.4 in |
| Overall width | 75.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 4969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S EFI |
| Engine type (full description) | V8, aluminum block and cylinder heads, DOHC 32-valve Dual VVT-i |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 471 hp |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 16 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.2 in |
| Third-row headroom | 32.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42 in |
| Third-row legroom | 32.5 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $104,500 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 48.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS), vehicle speed-sensing coaxial rack and pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.7 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double-Joint Multilink |
| Rear suspension type | Multilink |
Tires
| Tire size | Fr: 245/45RF20, Rr: 275/40RF20 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 2.9 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4340 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4340 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5260 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | cast aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety11 std · 1 opt
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Dual-stage driver's and dual-stage and dual-chamber front passenger's airbag SRS
- Front seat side airbag SRS
- Lane Keep Assist/Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Intuitive Parking Assist optional
- Driver and front passenger knee airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
- Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
- Intelligent High Beam (IHB)
- Lexus Safety System+
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Standard Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Side Mirrors with BSM Indicator
- Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) integrates VSC, TRAC, ABS and electric power steering (EPS)
Infotainment19 std · 2 opt
- Automatic Collision Notification
- Emergency Assistance Button (SOS)
- Lexus Enform Remote (three-year trial subscription included) lets you lock and unlock doors, start the engine and climate controls, check the fuel level and more all through your smartphone
- Head-up Display optional
- Lexus Enform WiFi (complimentary 4 GB trial to be used in three months) allows up to five devices to be connected via the vehicle's 4G LTE service powered by AT&T.
- Stolen Vehicle Notification
- Lexus Enform Safety Connect (complimentary 3-year subscription included) includes an Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Notification.
- 12 speakers
- Amazon Alexa integration
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Digital signal processing with Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)
- HD™ Radio (complimentary traffic and weather)
- Integrated SiriusXM® Satellite Radio receiver (90-day trial subscription included)
- Lexus Enform Destination Assist (complimentary for three-year trial)
- Lexus Enform Service Connect (complimentary 10-year subscription included)
- Navigation system with 10.3-inch high-resolution split-screen
- New Dynamic Navigation... search the cloud using conversational speech for address or POIs via Dynamic Voice Recognition system.
- Siri® Eyes Free
- Steering wheel offers integrated cruise control buttons and magnesium paddle shifters
- Mark Levinson® 13-speaker 915-watt Reference Surround Sound Audio system optional
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- Smart Access keyless entry with push-button start
- Two USB ports and a 12V socket
Seating2 std · 3 opt
- Heated leather-trimmed steering wheel optional
- 10-way power driver front seats, including two-way power lumbar support and memory for driver
- Black leather, Circuit Red leather or Toasted Caramel leather
- Eight-way power front sport seats with Alcantara inserts optional
- Semi-aniline leather-trimmed front seats optional
Interior4 std · 2 opt
- Heated leather-trimmed steering wheel optional
- Power tilt and telescoping adjustable steering wheel
- 8-inch LCD TFT multi-information display
- Lexus analog clock with L-shaped pattern ornamentation
- Stainless-steel scuff plates / Aluminum scuff plates
- Carbon-fiber door scuff plate optional
Exterior4 std · 3 opt
- Arrowhead LED DRLs with ultra-compact triple projector LED headlamps
- Electrochromic outside rearview mirrors with memory
- Flush-type door handles with illumination when opened
- Puddle lamps
- Glass roof optional
- Speed-activated rear wing optional
- Windshield wiper de-icer optional
Powertrain1 std · 1 opt
- Drive mode select knob located near multi-information display
- Torsen® limited-slip rear differential and Yamaha Performance Damper optional
Chassis0 std · 3 opt
- Active Rear Steering optional
- Performance brake pads optional
- Variable Gear-Ratio Steering (VGRS) optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 LC. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Lexus LC LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe?
The manufacturer lists $104,500 for the 2022 Lexus LC LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe. That is $10,375 above the LC 500, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Lexus LC LC 500 Inspiration Series Coupe add over the LC 500?
Against the LC 500, 1 published specification differs. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.