2023 Lexus LC
LC 500 Convertible RWD
What the LC 500 Convertible adds over the LC 500 (+$8,150)
| Spec | LC 500 | LC 500 Convertible |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 5.4 cu-ft | 3.4 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4340 lbs | 4540 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4340 lbs | 4540 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5260 lbs | 5460 lbs |
| Front headroom | 37.2 in | 36.7 in |
| Third-row headroom | 32.2 in | 32.1 in |
| Front legroom | 42 in | 42.6 in |
| Third-row legroom | 32.5 in | 28.0 in |
| MPG (city) | 16 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg | 18 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $94,700 | $102,850 |
| Overall height | 53 in | 53.2 in |
| Front shoulder room | 56.5 in | 56.6 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 48.9 in | 46.2 in |
| Total interior volume | 85.9 cu-ft | 75.2 cu-ft |
| Wheel material | Cast aluminum (standard); Forged aluminum (available) | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Active roll bars, Intuitive Parking Assist, Rear-seat mounted speakers, Roof Operation: Approx. 15 sec. (open), 16 sec. (close), Stainless-steel scuff plates, Wind deflector, Wind screen
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 1st row | 3.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 75.2 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 | 53.2 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 | gdi mpi |
| 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) | 15 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 18 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 36.7 in |
| Third-row headroom | 32.1 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.6 in |
| Third-row legroom | 28.0 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $102,850 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.6 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 46.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS): Vehicle speed-sensing coaxial rack and pinion, power assist |
| 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) | 4540 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4540 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5460 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety12 std · 0 opt
- Dual-stage driver's and dual-stage and dual-chamber front passenger's airbag SRS
- Front seat side airbag SRS
- Intuitive Parking Assist
- Lane Keep Assist/Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Active roll bars
- All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- 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)
- 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)
Infotainment25 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, smartwatch or using the Lexus skill for Amazon Alexa-enabled devices at home.
- Head-up Display optional
- Lexus Enform Remote - remote door lock/unlock via smartphone app
- 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 Remote - check the fuel level, and more all through your smartphone
- Roadside Assistance
- 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 App Suite 2.0
- Lexus Enform Destination Assist (complimentary for three-year trial)
- Lexus Enform Safety Connect (complimentary 3-year subscription included)
- Lexus Enform Service Connect
- Navigation system with 10.3-inch high-resolution split-screen
- New Dynamic Navigation (complimentary for up to three years)
- New Dynamic Navigation - Dynamic Voice Recognition system
- Rear-seat mounted speakers
- 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
- SmartAccess keyless entry with push-button start
- Two USB ports and a 12V socket
Climate1 std · 1 opt
- Deodorizing and dust/pollen-removing interior air filter
- Climate Concierge with Upper Body Heating optional
Seating2 std · 2 opt
- 10-way power driver front seats, including two-way power lumbar support and memory for driver
- Black leather, Circuit Red leather, Toasted Caramel leather
- Embossed headrests optional
- Semi-aniline leather-trimmed front seats optional
Interior9 std · 2 opt
- Heated leather-trimmed steering wheel optional
- Power tilt and telescoping adjustable steering wheel
- 8-inch LCD TFT multi-information display
- Aluminum accelerator pedal, brake pedal and footrest with anodized aluminum surface finish
- Drape-like surface design and ambient illumination on door panels
- LED door courtesy lights, glove box light and trunk light
- LED illuminated L-shaped pattern ornamentation on passenger side of the instrument panel
- Lexus analog clock with L-shaped pattern ornamentation
- Small diameter 3-spoke steering wheel
- Stainless-steel scuff plates
- Carbon-fiber door scuff plate optional
Exterior8 std · 2 opt
- Active Sport Exhaust
- 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
- Roof Operation: Approx. 15 sec. (open), 16 sec. (close)
- Wind deflector
- Wind screen
- 21-inch forged alloy wheels with polish finish and Gloss Black accents 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
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 LC. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the LC 500 Convertible
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Lexus LC LC 500 Convertible?
The manufacturer lists $102,850 for the 2023 Lexus LC LC 500 Convertible. That is $8,150 above the LC 500, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Lexus LC LC 500 Convertible add over the LC 500?
Against the LC 500, 7 features become standard that the LC 500 does not and 16 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.