Lexus LC 500h

Summary

Toyota’s luxury arm, Lexus has further expanded its portfolio in India with the launch of Lexus LC 500h. The hybrid vehicle is available in a single variant. The vehicle was first showcased at the 2012 Detroit Motor Show. The luxury coupe is available in 68 countries.

Engine

The Lexus LC 500h is powered by a 3.5-litre Atkinson cycle V6 engine which produces 295bhp. The two electric motors produce an additional 177bhp to provide a combined power output figure of 354bhp and 348Nm of torque. The engine comes mated to a 10-speed gearbox, which is a combination of three-step CVT with four-speed torque converter.

Exterior

The LC500 draws inspiration from the LFA. The two-seat vehicle features a longer bonnet which is complimented by sharp headlamps with teardrop-shaped accents and a gigantic grille. The sharply raked roofline flows neatly onto the short stubby boot, thereby rendering it a sporty coupe-ish stance.  

Interior

The Lexus LC 500h features premium upholstery and large touchscreen infotainment system. The vehicle gets narrow air vents that enhances its sporty appeal. Additionally, it gets a digital instrument cluster, a touch-pad controller, a 10-way electrically-adjustable driver's seat and more.