DecodedCars2026 Lexus LC
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Minicompact Cars
- Body styles
- 500 2dr Convertible, 500 2dr Coupe
- Engines
- 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 187.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,266–4,539 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Lexus LC is a minicompact car offered with a 5.0L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,539 lb (500 2dr Convertible).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 25 highway), 11% worse than the 2026 minicompact car average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2026
- No hybrid version any more
- Engine dropped: 3.5L 6-cyl
- Best combined MPG down from 29 to 18
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 LC →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 2dr Convertible | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 53.1 in | 113 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,539 lb | 52/48 |
| 500 2dr Coupe | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 53.1 in | 113 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,266 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC 500 Convertible | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | -11% | $4,550 | 489 |
| LC 500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 18 | -25% | $4,550 | 481 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Lexus LC.
Similar 2026 minicompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus LC (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Porsche 911 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Maserati GT2 Stradale | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Maserati MCPURA | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Lexus LC.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Lexus LC is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Lexus LC in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other LC years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →