Verdict
At RM1,379,000, the LC is RM161,000 below the RM1,540,000 LX and reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds rather than 6.5 seconds. It also has a rated 8.6 L/100 km figure against 10 L/100 km, although its RM10,991 annual road tax is far above the LX’s RM2,352. The LX brings five doors, seven seats and all-wheel drive, against the LC’s two doors, four seats and rear-wheel drive. Pick the LC for pace; take the LX when carrying more people matters.
Pick the Lexus LC if 470 hp, a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and lower rated fuel use matter more than rear-seat capacity.
Pick the Lexus LX if you need five doors, seven seats, all-wheel drive and 650 Nm from 2,000 rpm.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Lexus LX RM1,540,000.
- Performance: Lexus LC 470 hp and 4.4 seconds to 100 km/h; Lexus LX 415 hp and 6.5 seconds.
- Torque: Lexus LC 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm; Lexus LX 650 Nm at 2,000 rpm.
- Fuel economy: Lexus LC rated 8.6 L/100 km; Lexus LX rated 10 L/100 km.
- Practicality: Lexus LC has two doors and four seats; Lexus LX has five doors and seven seats.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LC RM10,991; Lexus LX RM2,352.
LC
- 470 hp and 4.4-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- Rated 8.6 L/100 km fuel economy.
- RM161,000 lower purchase price.
- Two doors and four seats versus the LX’s five doors and seven seats.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the LX’s all-wheel drive.
- RM10,991 annual road tax versus RM2,352.
LX
- Five doors and seven seats.
- All-wheel drive and 650 Nm at 2,000 rpm.
- RM2,352 annual road tax.
- 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.4 seconds.
- Rated 10 L/100 km economy versus 8.6 L/100 km.
- 2,840 kg weight versus 1,965 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,379,000✓ | RM1,540,000 |
| Body type | Coupe | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM10,991 | RM2,352✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated, Otto/Atkinson Cycle with variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC, twin-turbocharged with direct fuel injection, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module |
| Capacity | 4,969 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 470 hp at 7,100 rpm✓ | 415 hp at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm | 650 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 mm × 89.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 12.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 49 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 6.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.6 L/100 km✓ | 10 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 267 g/km | 227 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 5,100 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,345 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,965 kg | 2,840 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 197 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 265/50 R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 265/50 R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | — |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | — |
| Audio | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used LC & LX for sale
LC vs LX FAQ
Is the Lexus LC or Lexus LX better?
The LC is the better pick for outright pace and rated fuel economy, with 470 hp and 4.4-second acceleration. The LX is better for carrying people, with seven seats, five doors and all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LX costs RM161,000 more than the Lexus LC.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Lexus LX has lower annual road tax at RM2,352, compared with RM10,991 for the Lexus LC.
