Verdict
These two rear-wheel-drive petrol coupes serve radically different budgets. The Lexus LC costs RM1,379,000, or RM1.083 million more than the Toyota GR86, and brings a 470 hp 5.0-litre V8, 540 Nm and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time against 234 hp, 250 Nm and 6.3 seconds. It is also far costlier to tax at RM10,991 a year versus RM767. The GR86 is 674 kg lighter, has a six-speed manual and a 226-litre boot, so it is the simpler, more affordable sports-car route. The LC is the faster grand tourer with substantially richer equipment.
Pick the Lexus LC if you want V8 performance, a 10-speed automatic and active safety features, and can absorb its RM1.379 million price and RM10,991 annual road tax.
Pick the Toyota GR86 if a 1,291 kg rear-drive coupe with a six-speed manual, full-size spare tyre and far lower ownership entry cost is the point.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Toyota GR86 RM296,000.
- Power and torque: Lexus LC 470 hp/540 Nm; Toyota GR86 234 hp/250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Lexus LC 4.4 seconds/270 km/h; Toyota GR86 6.3 seconds/226 km/h.
- Kerb weight: Lexus LC 1,965 kg; Toyota GR86 1,291 kg.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LC RM10,991; Toyota GR86 RM767.
- Boot space: Lexus LC 197 litres; Toyota GR86 226 litres.
LC
- 470 hp 5.0-litre V8 with 540 Nm
- 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 270 km/h top speed
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and 13-speaker Mark Levinson audio
- RM1.083 million more expensive
- RM10,224 higher annual road tax
- 674 kg heavier and has 29 litres less boot space
GR86
- Six-speed manual and rear limited-slip differential
- 1,291 kg kerb weight
- 226-litre boot and full-size spare tyre
- 234 hp and 250 Nm trail the LC substantially
- 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.9 seconds slower
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,379,000 | RM296,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Luxury | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM10,991 | RM767✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated, Otto/Atkinson Cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 4,969 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 470 hp at 7,100 rpm✓ | 234 hp at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm✓ | 250 Nm at 3,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 mm × 89.5 mm | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.3 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 10 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Co2 | 267 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,345 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,965 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 197 litres | 226 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| 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.
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LC vs GR86 FAQ
Is the Lexus LC or Toyota GR86 better?
The Lexus LC is better for outright pace, V8 power and driver assistance equipment. The Toyota GR86 is the more rational choice if you want a much lighter manual rear-drive coupe and do not need the LC’s 470 hp or luxury equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM1,379,000 and the Toyota GR86 costs RM296,000, a difference of RM1,083,000. Annual road tax also differs sharply: RM10,991 for the LC versus RM767 for the GR86.
Which car is quicker?
The Lexus LC is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds versus 6.3 seconds for the Toyota GR86. Its 470 hp V8 also produces 540 Nm, compared with the GR86’s 234 hp and 250 Nm.
