Verdict
The Lexus LC costs RM1,379,000, a RM191,000 step above the LS, but brings a 470 hp 5.0-litre V8, 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and a lower 8.6 L/100 km rating. It is also a two-door four-seater with just 197 litres of boot space, so this is a personal grand tourer. The LS makes more sense for Malaysian chauffeur duties: five seats, 480 litres of luggage room, 3,125 mm wheelbase and rear massage seats. Its RM4,133 annual road tax also undercuts the LC’s RM10,991 bill heavily.
Pick the Lexus LC if a naturally aspirated 470 hp V8, 4.4-second sprint and coupe proportions matter more than rear-seat space.
Pick the Lexus LS if you need five seats, a 480-litre boot and properly equipped rear accommodation for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Lexus LS RM1,188,000.
- Performance: Lexus LC 470 hp, 540 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds; Lexus LS 415 hp, 600 Nm and 5.0 seconds.
- Road tax per year: Lexus LC RM10,991; Lexus LS RM4,133.
- Practicality: Lexus LC has 4 seats and a 197-litre boot; Lexus LS has 5 seats and a 480-litre boot.
- Size: Lexus LC is 4,770 mm long with a 2,870 mm wheelbase; Lexus LS is 5,235 mm long with a 3,125 mm wheelbase.
- Fuel rating: Lexus LC 8.6 L/100 km; Lexus LS 9.5 L/100 km.
LC
- 470 hp 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V8
- Quicker 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower 8.6 L/100 km rated economy
- RM191,000 more expensive
- Four seats and 197-litre boot versus five seats and 480 litres
- RM10,991 annual road tax versus RM4,133
LS
- Five seats and 480-litre boot
- 28-way front and 18-way rear power seats with heating, ventilation and massage
- Air suspension, rear touchscreen and powered rear sunshades
- Slower 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 9.5 L/100 km rated economy
- Lower 250 km/h top speed versus 270 km/h
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,379,000 | RM1,188,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM10,991 | RM4,133✓ |
| 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 and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 4,969 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 470 hp at 7,100 rpm✓ | 415 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm | 600 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 mm × 89.5 mm | 85.5 mm × 100 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.3 | 10.476 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | 10-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.6 L/100 km✓ | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h✓ | 250 km/h |
| Co2 | 267 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 5,235 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,345 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,965 kg | 2,155 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | 82 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 197 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 245/45RF20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 245/45RF20 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 10 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) with Auto Brake and Rear Pedestrian Detection with Auto Brake |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated | 28-way Power Adjustable Seats with Memory, Heating, Ventilation and Massage |
| Rear Seats | — | 18-way Power Adjustable Seats with Centre Armrest, Rear Touchscreen, Heating and Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Rear Sun Shade and Rear Door Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 12.3" Display with Lexus Remote Touch Controller, Navigation, USB, Bluetooth, WiFi and Pioneer 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Soft close function, all doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | 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.
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LC vs LS FAQ
Is the Lexus LC or Lexus LS better?
The LC is better for the driver, with 470 hp and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The LS is better for passengers and daily duties, with five seats, 480 litres of boot space, air suspension and extensively adjustable rear seating.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM191,000 more than the Lexus LS: RM1,379,000 against RM1,188,000. Its annual road tax is also RM6,858 higher, at RM10,991 versus RM4,133.
Which Lexus is more practical for carrying passengers?
The Lexus LS is decisively more practical. It has four doors, five seats, a 3,125 mm wheelbase and a 480-litre boot, while the LC is a two-door four-seater with 197 litres of luggage space.
