Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2025 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | chassis_cab | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | chassis_cab | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 471 hp | 398 lb-ft | V8 |
| 2020 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Electronic Continuously Variable (e-CVT) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | coupe | 8 | 5.0 | Premium | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | bodyAndInterior | mechanical | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Entertainment system |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 2 | 150 | 5.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard | GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | Standard | Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 113, Front wheel: 20, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 113 | 20 | 20 | — |
| 2020 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 113, Front wheel: 20, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 113 | 20 | 20 | — |
| 2019 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Entertainment system: CD + Stereo, Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | — | — | — | — | CD + Stereo |
| 2018 | 4 | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | GVWR: Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 113, Front wheel: 20, Rear wheel: 20 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 113 | 20 | 20 | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | blindSpotIntervention | laneCenteringAssist | parkAssist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2024 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2023 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2022 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional |
| 2021 | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2020 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | — | — |
| 2019 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | — | optional |
| 2018 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | — | — | optional |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Model year reports
2026
NewestThe 2026 Lexus LC presents a compelling luxury coupe option with a robust V8 engine and rear-wheel drive.
2025
The 2025 Lexus LC presents an average reliability picture, but a significant number of recalls for the rearview camera system warrants careful inspection.
2024
The 2024 Lexus LC presents an average reliability profile, with a significant concentration of recalls focused on the rearview camera system.
2023
The 2023 Lexus LC presents an excellent reliability score of 8.5, bolstered by zero recalls and complaints.
2022
The 2022 Lexus LC presents an excellent reliability record with zero recalls or complaints logged by NHTSA.
2021
The 2021 Lexus LC presents an exceptional ownership proposition with a stellar reliability record and no reported recalls or consumer complaints.
2020
The 2020 Lexus LC stands out for its exceptional reliability, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints.
2019
The 2019 Lexus LC offers exceptional reported reliability with zero recalls and zero consumer complaints, earning an 'Excellent' verdict.
2018
The 2018 Lexus LC presents an exceptional reliability record with zero recalls and complaints, earning it an excellent rating.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Lexus LC?
Carfocal currently has 9 published LC reports, covering 2018 through 2026. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2026 Lexus LC presents a compelling luxury coupe option with a robust V8 engine and rear-wheel drive.
Published year coverage: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
Is the Lexus LC reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Lexus LC. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2026 lexus lc presents a compelling luxury coupe option with a robust v8 engine and rear-wheel drive. and the 2026 lexus lc offers significant style and performance, but its value as a used purchase hinges on careful inspection. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
9 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Lexus LC?
Across Carfocal's published LC guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, Battery, and Cooling System Hoses. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, Battery, and Cooling System Hoses.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 9
- Years tracked
- 9
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints