Verdict
The Lexus LS is the more rational Malaysian luxury purchase at RM1,188,000, undercutting the RM1,379,000 LC by RM191,000 while bringing five seats, a 480-litre boot and a 3,125 mm wheelbase. Its 600 Nm twin-turbo V6 also beats the LC’s 540 Nm. The LC earns its extra outlay with a 470 hp 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V8, 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and 8.6 L/100 km rating, against 415 hp, 5.0 seconds and 9.5 L/100 km for the LS. Choose with your use case, because these are genuinely different cars.
Pick the Lexus LC if a two-door V8 coupe, 4.4-second sprint and 21-inch wheels matter more than rear-seat space and running costs.
Pick the Lexus LS if you need five seats, a 480-litre boot and extensive rear-cabin comfort for RM191,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Lexus LS RM1,188,000.
- Performance: LC 470 hp, 540 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds; LS 415 hp, 600 Nm and 5.0 seconds.
- Fuel economy: LC rated at 8.6 L/100 km; LS rated at 9.5 L/100 km.
- Practicality: LC has 4 seats and a 197-litre boot; LS has 5 seats and a 480-litre boot.
- Size: LC is 4,770 mm long with a 2,870 mm wheelbase; LS is 5,235 mm long with a 3,125 mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: LC RM10,991 a year; LS RM4,133 a year.
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 consumption
- RM191,000 dearer to buy and RM6,858 costlier in annual road tax
- Only four seats and a 197-litre boot
- No rear air-con or rear-seat adjustment
LS
- Five seats and 480-litre boot
- 600 Nm twin-turbo V6
- Rear seats get adjustment, touchscreen, heating and ventilation
- Slower 5.0-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 9.5 L/100 km rated consumption
- Less power at 415 hp versus 470 hp
| 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✓ | 415 hp |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 600 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 94 mm | 85.5 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
Used LC & LS for sale
LC vs LS FAQ
Is the Lexus LC or Lexus LS better?
The Lexus LS is better for chauffeuring, family duties and luggage, with five seats, a 480-litre boot and rear-seat amenities. The Lexus LC is better if driving is the priority: it has 470 hp and reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM1,379,000 and the Lexus LS costs RM1,188,000, so the LC is RM191,000 more expensive. Its annual road tax is also RM10,991, versus RM4,133 for the LS.
Which Lexus has more rear-seat comfort?
The Lexus LS has the stronger rear cabin. It gets 18-way power-adjustable rear seats with a centre armrest, touchscreen, heating and ventilation, plus rear climate control and powered rear sun shades. The LC has no listed rear-seat adjustment or rear air-con.