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Motor 1
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Lexus Has Only Sold 248 LC Hybrids—Ever
The Lexus LC doesn't get the recognition it truly deserves. The two-door touring car looks great, it has a lavish cabin, and in the era of downsizing, it packs one of the last remaining naturally aspirated V-8s on the market. The only thing it's missing is a manual. But even then, Lexus's lovely two-door hasn't been a big hit. In 2024, the company sold just 1,464 total examples of the LC . Lexus moved 1,761 units of the LC the year prior, and 1,387 units the year before that. Since its debut in 2017, the LC has hovered at around 1,500 units per year, with 2021 being the lone outlier; Lexus sold 2,782 LCs that year. 2018 Lexus LC500h Photo by: Lexus All told, Lexus has only sold 14,000 examples of the LC (through the first half of 2025) since the touring car went on sale nearly eight years ago. That explains why it may soon be on the chopping block, even with a recent update for the 2026 model year. Digging even deeper into those figures reveals another damning number: 248. Following its departure from the lineup earlier this week, Lexus confirmed to Motor1 that the company has only sold 248 LC Hybrids in the US throughout the vehicle's entire lifetime. That includes sales for this year, in which Lexus sold just 7 LC Hybrids. Here's how those sales for the LC Hybrid shake out by year: 2018: 102 Units 2019: 37 Units 2020: 14 Units 2021: 14 Units 2022: 19 Units 2023: 37 Units 2024: 18 Units 2025 (as of June): 7 Units For such an otherwise beautiful sports car, it's a shame to see sales figures that low. That said, it makes sense why the LC Hybrid was discontinued for 2026. The LC Hybrid debuted in 2016 and went on sale in the US alongside the V-8 model beginning in 2018. Unfortunately, Lexus swapped the pure gas LC's 5.0-liter V-8 for a 3.5-liter V-6 with two electric motors, dropping the output from 471 horsepower in the V-8 model to 345 horsepower in the Hybrid. It also used an outdated four-speed automatic transmission. Thankfully, buyers can still get their hands on the V-8 LC for 2026. Lexus recently debuted a new Inspiration Series with two new exclusive paint colors. It's limited to just 200 for the coupe and 350 units for the convertible. More on the LC It's A Miracle The Lexus LC 500 Exists Building a Perfect Car Is Tough, But This Copper Lexus LC500 Sure Comes Close Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Miami Herald
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
The Coolest Lexus In Years Is Being Axed
If you're a fan of naturally aspirated V8s and pretty coupes/convertibles, this will be a double whammy. According to Japanese site Creative Trend, Lexus is gearing up to discontinue the LC 500, LC 500h, and LC 500 Convertible. Not only does the LC come with one of the last naturally aspirated V8s around, but it will surely go down as a design icon. Like the V8-powered IS 500, which is being sent off into the sunset with a series of special editions, the LC range will also get one more limited edition before it's officially retired. Set to be announced on June 26, the special Pinnacle edition of the LC 500 will only be available in 200 units, limited to Japan. One hundred models (50 LC 500 Coupes and 50 LC 500 Convertibles) will be reserved for Lexus owners, with the same number of models available as part of a general slot. A lottery system will be used to determine the lucky customers of these special models. The Pinnacle models are expected to get Matte Silver paint and unique 21-inch forged alloy wheels in a black finish. Red brake calipers and a carbon rear spoiler will complete the look. Inside, a black and white color scheme will be used, and seats will be upholstered in semi-aniline leather. A Mark Levinson sound system, a color head-up display, and an Alcantara instrument panel complete the changes. For the convertible, many of the same changes apply, but it will also get a Sand Beige roof, Neutrino Gray paint, and a synthetic leather ornament panel. With the recent announcement of the IS 500, there were similar packages for both the Japanese and US markets, although the one in Japan had the more hilarious name by far. We expect the local one to feature unique paint and colors, special badging, and a limited run of models. In case you forgot, the LC 500 has a 5.0-liter V8 engine that's good for 471 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. It's hardly the fastest car at the price, with a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. But what sets it apart is the unique character and high-revving capabilities of its V8. Combined with the LC's flashy looks and decadent interior, it's been the perfect halo car for Lexus over the last couple of years. The LC 500h hybrid trades the V8 for a 3.5L V6. Related: 19 thoughts about the 2024 Lexus LC: 2 editors, 2 versions, 2,300 miles apart But even if the LC is discontinued soon, that doesn't mean Lexus sports cars with V8s are going away forever. The upcoming Lexus LFR was spied earlier this week, and rumors suggest it will have a hybrid V8 powertrain. It's expected to be a lot more powerful and involving than the LC, which has always been at its best at a high-speed cruise. Pricing for the limited LC Pinnacle isn't known yet, nor is the exact availability date. However, if it is indeed announced on Thursday as per Creative Trend's statement, we expect it to be launched imminently, and if that happens, a US-specific model can't be too far behind. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
