2018 Lexus LC 500h Review
2018 Lexus LC 500h Review by Kyle Edward
2018 Lexus LC 500h Review
Stunning Design
The LC500h has a truly jaw dropping design, it's a car that actually made it from concept to production with little changes.
Clearly a Lexus
The LC500h is immediately identifiable as a Lexus thanks to its hallmark spindle grille which features a unique mesh texture that changes visual tension as it spreads across the front of the car.
2018 Lexus LC500h
Space Lights
The rear lights on the LC are incredibly unique, it looks like you could find them on a car from Star Trek. They encompass a large portion of the rear design with multiple vertical and horizontal angles, they are truly unique.
2018 Lexus LC 500h
The Trio
I found the ultra-compact triple LED headlamps to be fascinating. Attention to even the smallest details really come through with these trio of lights.
Multi Stage Hybrid
The Multi Stage Hybrid System teams the gasoline engine with two electric motor/generators. The 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine uses direct fuel injection, and lightweight valvetrain components which allow a 6,600-rpm redline. Dual VVT-i allows for ample torque across the engine speed range. The new system keeps the planetary-type continuously variable transmission from Lexus Hybrid Synergy Drive and also adds a unique four-speed automatic transmission. Working in concert, the two gearsets alter output in four stages to utilize the V6 engine across the entire speed range. In M mode, the two gearsets act together to provide the effect of 10 ratios. In automatic mode, AI shift control matches gear selection to driving conditions and driver inputs.
Hand Crafted
The craftsmanship can be seen and felt in the hand stitching of the leather-wrapped gearshift lever and the draping treatment of the Alcantara door panel trim, among numerous other details.
A True Winner
The 2018 Lexus LC500h is a wheel spinning hybrid which can do 0-60 in just 4.7 seconds and sound good while doing it. Even when you're among Lamborghinis and Ferraris, the LC grabs everyone's eye. Oh, let's not forget about the interior design with its flowing lines and incredible attention to detail.
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