Lexus LC#Motorsport

{{See also|Lexus LF#LF-LC}}

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The LC was developed under the program codename "950A" from 2011 to 2016. It was previewed by the LF-LC Concept, which was designed at Calty Design Research in Newport Beach, California. The concept vehicle was revealed at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. Design work was later transferred from Calty to Toyota Technical Centre in Aichi, Japan in January 2013, with a final production design freeze in the first half of 2014.{{cite web|url=http://www.motoring.com.au/lexus-lf-lc-set-for-production-44805/|title=LF-LC Set for Production|last=Pettendy|first=Marton|date=2014-07-19|website=Motoring|access-date=2016-04-07}}{{cite web|url=http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/2017-lexus-sc-rendered-28642|title=2017 Lexus SC Rendered|last=Pincott|first=Karla|date=2014-06-11|website=CarsGuide|access-date=2016-04-07}}

Four years after the concept's debut, the production model, dubbed LC 500, was introduced in January 2016 at the same venue.{{cite web |last=Ramey |first=Jay |date=2016-01-11 |url=http://autoweek.com/article/detroit-auto-show/2017-lexus-lc-500-magnitudes-more-radical-rc |title=2017 Lexus LC 500 is way more radical than the RC |work=Autoweek |access-date=2016-09-25}} It shares the same 5.0-litre 2UR-GSE V8 engine with the RC F and GS F with power slightly increased to {{convert|471|hp|kW hp PS|abbr=on|disp=out|0}}.{{cite news |last=Orlove |first=Raphael |date=2016-01-11 |url=http://jalopnik.com/the-100-000-lexus-lc-500-is-the-most-badass-lexus-sinc-1752278150 |title=The $100,000 Lexus LC 500 Is The Most Badass Lexus Since The LFA |work=Jalopnik |access-date=2016-02-19}}{{cite news |url=http://www.motortrend.ca/en/news/2018-lexus-lc-500-launch-preparations/ |title=2018 Lexus LC 500 Packs 471 HP, Goes On Sale Next May |first=Alisa |last=Priddle |work=Motor Trend |location=Canada |date=2016-09-02 |access-date=2016-12-23}} It is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.{{cite news |last=Ziegler |first=Chris |date=2016-01-11 |url=https://www.theverge.com/2016/1/11/10749630/lexus-lc-500-announced-detroit-auto-show-2016 |title=The Lexus LC 500 is a big, powerful, flagship coupe – and it won't be cheap |work=The Verge |access-date=2016-03-05}}

A hybrid-electric model, dubbed LC 500h, was revealed in Geneva in February 2016.{{cite news|url= http://www.autoblog.com/2016/02/18/2018-lexus-lc-500h-hybrid-powertrain-details/ |title=8 things you should know about the Lexus LC 500h powertrain|last=Gluckman|first=David |date=2016-02-18|work=Autoblog |access-date=2016-03-05}}{{Cite news|url= https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1102382_2018-lexus-lc-500h-geneva-debut-for-hybrid-performance-coupe |title=2018 Lexus LC 500h: Geneva Debut For Hybrid Performance Coupe|work=Green Car Reports|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}} It is powered by a 3.5-litre 8GR-FXS V6 engine, a hybrid transmission, and a lithium-ion battery pack with a combined {{convert|354|hp|kW hp PS|abbr=on|order=out}} output at 6,600 rpm,{{cite news|url= http://www.autoblog.com/2016/02/18/lexus-lc-500h-four-speed-auto/ |title=The Lexus LC 500h has a four-speed auto and that's a good thing|last=Gluckman|first=David |date=2016-02-18|work=Autoblog |access-date=2016-03-05}} and an estimated {{convert|500|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of combined torque at 3000 rpm.{{cite web|url= http://www.automobile-catalog.com/bigcurve/2018/2512685/lexus_lc_500h.html |title=Horsepower/Torque Curve 2018 Lexus LC 500h (model since Spring 2017 for North America ). Detailed engine characteristics.|work=Automobile Catalogue|access-date=2018-10-03}} The battery has 44 kW and 1.1 kWh and can power the car for {{convert|4|miles|km|abbr=in|order=flip|0}}.{{cite web |last1=Feder |first1=Joel |title=2018 Lexus LC 500h gas mileage review |url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1116425_2018-lexus-lc-500h-gas-mileage-review |website=Green Car Reports |language=en |date=2018-04-26}}

The LC is built at Toyota's Motomachi facility, the same plant that produced the LFA.{{Cite news|url=https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1110731_lexus-gives-inside-look-at-lc-production|title=Lexus gives inside look at LC production|work=Motor Authority|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}} The factory was reconfigured for LC production, which included finishing the entire facility's interior in white. Many of the "Takumi" master craftsmen who built the LFA continue their work on different areas of the LC, including carbon fibre parts, leatherwork and paint. Series production commenced in March 2017, with the first example completed on April 23, 2017.

The LC Convertible Concept is based on the LC. It has 22-inch wheels and white leather trim with gold accent stitching. Tadao Mori was the Chief Designer.{{cite web |url=https://www.lexus.com/concept/LC-Convertible/ |title=The Lexus LC Convertible |publisher=Lexus |location=US |access-date=2019-02-02}} It weighed more than the LC coupé, therefore the top speed and acceleration times dropped slightly.{{cite news |url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-goodwood-festival-speed/lexus-lc-convertible-will-arrive-2020 |title=Lexus LC Convertible will arrive in 2020 |first=Rachel |last=Burgess |work=Autocar |location=UK |date=2019-07-06 |access-date=2019-11-13}}

File:Lexus LC Convertible Concept Genf 2019 1Y7A5165.jpg|LC Convertible Concept at 2019 Geneva Motor Show

The LC 500 Convertible, based on the concept car, was unveiled at the LA Auto Show on November 20, 2019.{{Cite news |url=https://www.autoblog.com/2019/11/19/2021-lexus-lc-500-convertible-reveal-la-auto-show/ |title=2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible revealed at L.A. Auto Show |first=James |last=Riswick |work=Autoblog |location=US |date=2019-11-19 |access-date=2019-11-21}} Its four-layer soft top roof can be operated at speeds of up to {{cvt|50|km/h|mph|round=5}}. Its features include a transparent polycarbonate wind deflector, neck heaters, and Active Noise Control (ANC) technology.{{cite news |url=https://www.autodevot.com/2019/11/2021-lexus-lc-500-convertible-debuts-la-auto-show/ |title=Lexus LC 500 Convertible debuts at LA Auto Show |work=Autodevot |location=India |date=24 November 2019 |access-date=24 November 2019}}

The LC retained the overall design of the concept model. It has a variant of Lexus' corporate "spindle" grille with a gradient pattern; a tightly compressed mesh at the top transitions to a wider diamond at the bottom. However, unlike other vehicles in the lineup, the top of the spindle grille does not have a chrome surround.{{cite news |url=https://lexusenthusiast.com/2016/12/08/2018-lexus-lc-500-lc-500h-preview/ |title=2018 Lexus LC 500 & LC 500h Preview |first=Kevin |last=Watts |work=Lexus Enthusiast |date=2016-12-08 |access-date=2016-12-26}} The compact LED triple-projector headlight is in the small overhang between the bumper and wheels.{{Cite news|url=https://www.automobilemag.com/news/15-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-2018-lexus-lc-500/|title=15 Things You Didn't Know About the 2018 Lexus LC 500|date=2016-01-12|work=Automobile Magazine|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en-US}}

File:FoS20162016 0625 150845AA (27289950913) (2).jpg|LC 500 (URZ100)

File:2019 Lexus LC500 (yellow), rear left (Greenwich 2019).jpg|LC 500 (URZ100)

File:Lexus LC 500h – f 24062018.jpg|LC 500h (GWZ100)

File:Lexus LC 500h – h 24062018.jpg|LC 500h (GWZ100)

File:Lexus LC Convertible IMG 4916.jpg|LC 500 Convertible (URZ100)

File:Lexus LC Convertible IMG 4271.jpg|LC 500 Convertible (URZ100)

File:Lexus LC 500 & LC 500h interior (cropped).jpg|Interior

The LC is the first vehicle to use Lexus' front-engine, rear-wheel drive platform, dubbed "Global Architecture – Luxury" (GA-L). It consists of various materials, including high-strength steel, aluminium, and carbon fibre.{{Cite news|url=https://autoweek.com/article/drive-reviews/2018-lexus-lc500-review-your-own-private-idaho|title=2018 Lexus LC500 review: The return of the personal luxury coupe|work=Autoweek|access-date=2018-11-07}}{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/features/2017-lexus-lc500-coupe-dissected-feature|title=2017 Lexus LC500 Coupe Dissected: Design, Powertrain, Chassis, and More|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}} The GA-L platform would underpin future rear-wheel drive models, including the LS 500, which was introduced in January 2017. The platform is designed to provide lower overall mass, improved front/rear weight distribution, and a low center of gravity. Run-flat tires are also used to avoid the need for a spare, and the vehicle battery has been relocated to the trunk to improve weight distribution.

The suspension is a double-joint multi-link suspension with a forged aluminium upper arm is secured at two points, which ensures all movements are mirrored from the lower arm. The double-joint design reduces the necessary height of the suspension system, as placement is lower than a traditional single-joint setup.

The LC 500 is powered by a 2UR-GSE 5.0-litre V8 engine which is an updated version of the engine found in the RC F, GS F and other F cars alike. It uses D-4S direct and port fuel injection, Atkinson cycle operation and VVT-i. The engine produces {{convert|351|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} at 7,100 rpm and {{convert|540|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque at 4,800 rpm and is mated to a 10-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission.

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Lexus claimed that the LC 500 can hit {{cvt|0-60|mph|km/h|0|order=flip}} in 4.4 seconds.{{cite web|url=https://www.sterlingmccalllexus.com/blog/model/2023-lexus-lc-0-60-time/#:~:text=This%20gripping%20luxury%20sports%20coupe's,is%20168%20miles%20per%20hour. |title=This gripping luxury sports coupe’s 0-60 time is 4.4 seconds. |date=2023-06-29}}

The LC 500h employs a hybrid powertrain, known as the Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid system.{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/two-trans-enter-one-trans-leaves-details-of-the-new-lexus-multi-stage-hybrid|title=Two Trans Enter, One Trans Leaves: Details of the New Lexus Multi Stage Hybrid|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}} It consists of a 3.5-litre 8GR-FXS V6 engine which produces {{convert|220|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} at 6,600 rpm and {{convert|356|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of torque at 5,100 rpm, in addition to two electric motors whose total output is {{convert|132|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|300|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} of torque.{{Cite news|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2018-lexus-lc500h-hybrid-test-review|title=2018 Lexus LC500h Hybrid|work=Car and Driver|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}} Combined power output over the entire system is {{convert|264|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} and {{convert|500|Nm|0|abbr=on}} of torque.

The engine and motors are coupled to a unique transmission, which consists of a four-speed automatic transmission embedded inside a continuously variable transmission. This “dual” transmission provides stepped access to the torque generated by the electric motor, and functions similarly to a 10-speed automatic transmission.{{Cite news|url=https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1116425_2018-lexus-lc-500h-gas-mileage-review|title=2018 Lexus LC 500h gas mileage review|work=Green Car Reports|access-date=2018-11-07|language=en}}

{{Infobox racing car

| Car_name = Lexus LC 500 GT500

| Image = No.38 ZENT CERUMO LC500 at 2019 Suzuka 300km (1).jpg

| caption =

| Category = Super GT GT500

| Constructor = Lexus

| Designer =

| Predecessor = Lexus RC F GT500

| Successor = Toyota GR Supra GT500{{cite web |url=https://sportscar365.com/other-series/super-gt/toyota-supra-to-replace-lexus-lc-500-in-super-gt/ |title=Toyota Supra to Replace Lexus LC 500 in Super GT |first=Jake |last=Kilshaw |work=Sportscar365 |location=US |date=2019-01-19 |access-date=2019-01-30}}

| Team = {{flagicon|JPN}} Lexus Team SARD
{{flagicon|JPN}} Lexus Team LeMans Wako's
{{flagicon|JPN}} Lexus Team WedsSport Bandoh
{{flagicon|JPN}} Lexus Team TOM'S
{{flagicon|JPN}} Lexus Team ZENT-Cerumo

| Drivers = {{flagicon|JPN}} Kohei Hirate
{{flagicon|FIN}} Heikki Kovalainen
{{flagicon|ITA}} Andrea Caldarelli
{{flagicon|JPN}} Kazuya Oshima
{{flagicon|JPN}} Yuhi Sekiguchi
{{flagicon|JPN}} Yuji Kunimoto
{{flagicon|JPN}} Kamui Kobayashi
{{flagicon|JPN}} Kazuki Nakajima
{{flagicon|JPN}} Daisuke Itō
{{flagicon|GBR}} James Rossiter
{{flagicon|JPN}} Ryo Hirakawa
{{flagicon|NZL}} Nick Cassidy
{{flagicon|JPN}} Hiroaki Ishiura
{{flagicon|JPN}} Yuji Tachikawa

| Technical ref =

| Chassis = Carbon-fibre monocoque

| Front suspension = Double wishbone, pushrod operated, twin dampers and torsion bars

| Rear suspension = Double wishbone, pushrod operated, twin dampers and spring

| Length = {{convert|4960|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| Width = {{convert|1950|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| Height = {{convert|1220|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| Wheelbase = {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| Track =

| Brakes = Hydraulic ventilated carbon disk. AP Racing calipers

| Engine name = Lexus RI4AG

| Capacity = {{convert|2000|cc|cuin|0|abbr=on}}

| Configuration = inline-4

| Turbo/NA = single-turbocharged,

| Engine position = front-mid-mounted

| Power = {{convert|483|kW|PS hp|0|lk=on|abbr=on}}

| Gearbox name =

| Gears = 6-speed

| Type = sequential semi-automatic gearbox

| Differential =

| Weight = {{convert|1020|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}

| Fuel = Various

| Lubricants = Various

| Tyres = Bridgestone Potenza and Yokohama Advan

| Debut = 2017 Okayama GT 300km

| Last_event = 2019 Motegi GT 250km

| Races = 24

| Wins = 14

| Cons_champ = 2

| Drivers_champ = 2

| Poles = 7

| Fastest_laps = 6

}}

The LC500 GT500 is a GT500 GT race car derived from the road-going LC500 for use in the Super GT from 2017 onwards. The car is the direct replacement to the Lexus RC F GT500, which competed in the 2014 to 2016 Super GT seasons.{{cite press release |url=http://newsroom.toyota.co.jp/en/detail/14874291/ |title=Toyota GAZOO Racing Outlines 2017 Motorsports Activities |publisher=Toyota |location=Japan |date=2017-02-02 |access-date=2019-01-30}} The LC500 GT500 car made its début at the 2017 Okayama GT 300km,{{Cite news|url=https://lexusenthusiast.com/2017/04/09/weekend-race-results-lexus-lc-gt500-takes-top-six-positions-in-super-gt/|title=Weekend Race Results: Lexus LC GT500 Takes Top Six Positions in Super GT |date=2017-04-09 |access-date=2018-11-07}} and claimed 14 race wins of the 24 overall entered races from 2017 until 2019 (26 with the Super GT/DTM crossover events). In 2020, with the introduction of the new Class One and the revival of the Supra nameplate, the Toyota GR Supra would take its place in the GT500 category.

File:Tokyo Auto Salon 2019 (46769581761).jpg|2017 winner of Keeper TOM'S LC500

File:WMC P TAS18 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing LC ADAC Zurich 24h-Rennen 1.jpg|Lexus LC SP-PRO at the 2018 24 Hours of Nürburgring

For 2023, a GT300 version of the LC500h, called the LC500h GT, was developed by APR as a replacement for their Toyota Prius GT300. The car features the same hybrid system as the Prius before it.{{Cite web |title=apr Lexus LC500h GT Unveiled, Drivers Announced at Tokyo Auto Salon {{!}} dailysportscar.com |url=https://www.dailysportscar.com/2023/01/13/apr-lexus-lc500h-gt-unveiled-drivers-announced-at-tokyo-auto-salon.html |access-date=2023-02-27 |website=www.dailysportscar.com}}

File:No.31 apr LC500h GT after 2023.8.26-27 SUZUKA GT 450km (1).jpg|Lexus LC500h GT300 at the 2023 Suzuka GT 450km

For Marvel Studios' Black Panther Lexus provided LC500's for filming in South Korea during the car chase sequence.{{Cite news |url=https://carbuzz.com/news/2018-lexus-lc-500-stars-in-action-packed-black-panther-car-chase-clip|title=Lexus LC 500 Stars In Action-Packed Car Chase|work=CarBuzz|access-date=2019-04-29}} Lexus also produced two specific LC Models named "Black Panther Editions" with a large Black Panther mask decal on the hood, blue underbody lighting, 24-inch wheels and blue paint with subtle striping.{{Cite news |url=https://www.cars.com/articles/lexus-lc-500-black-panther-editions-to-stalk-sema-1420697685422/|title=Lexus LC Black Panther Editions|work=Cars|access-date=2019-04-29}}

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