Especificaciones y análisis del Lexus LC
Power
477HP
Torque
540Nm
Consumption
11.5l/100
Emissions
263g/km
0-100 km/h
4.7s
Top Speed
270km/h
Weight
2010kg
Price
140,000€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 10v
RWD
4 / 2 doors
197 L
82 L
351 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Lexus LC 500 Luxury · 477 CV (2016-2019)
General description
The Lexus LC 500 is not just a car, it's a statement of intent. In a world leaning towards electrification and turbocharged engines, Lexus dared to create an old-school Grand Tourer, a coupe that appeals directly to the heart with its naturally aspirated V8 soul and a design that looks like it escaped from a car show.
Driving experience
Driving the LC 500 is a mechanical symphony. The absolute protagonist is its 5.0-liter V8 engine, which roars with an addictive fury past 7,000 rpm. Every acceleration is an event, a wave of linear power and a glorious sound that gives you goosebumps. It's not the most brutal of sports cars, but a master of balance. Its refined chassis and rear-wheel drive connect you to the asphalt, offering superb comfort on long trips and surprising agility when pushed.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the Lexus LC 500 is a rolling work of art. Its proportions are perfect, with a very long hood, a set-back cabin, and a muscular, futuristic rear. Every line, from the imposing spindle grille to the infinity-effect taillights, has been sculpted to captivate. The interior is a sanctuary of luxury and Japanese craftsmanship, where leather and metal combine in an environment that embraces you and makes you feel special.
Technology and features
Under its sculptural skin, the LC 500 integrates advanced technology for its time. The digital instrument cluster, inspired by the LFA supercar, changes its appearance depending on the driving mode. However, its greatest technological feat is the 10-speed automatic transmission, a complex piece of engineering designed to optimize the V8's power delivery. It also features a comprehensive suite of driver-assistance systems that ensure safety without taking the spotlight away from the driver.
Competition
In the exclusive club of luxury grand coupes, the LC 500 faces titans like the Porsche 911 Carrera, the BMW 8 Series, or the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupé. While its German rivals bet on turbo efficiency and a more clinical sportiness, the Lexus offers a different, more organic and emotional experience, thanks to its naturally aspirated engine and a focus on artisanal luxury that clearly sets it apart from the rest.
Conclusion
The Lexus LC 500 is a car to be remembered. It is the celebration of the automobile in its purest and most passionate form. It doesn't seek to be the fastest on a track or the most practical, but the one that makes you turn your head for one last look and the one that brings a smile to your face just by starting it. It is a jewel of engineering, a future classic, and one of the bravest and most beautiful creations of the modern automotive industry.