Verdict
The RM161,000-cheaper Lexus LC is the sharper Malaysian road car: its 470 hp, 540 Nm V8 reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, against the LX’s 6.5 seconds, while using a rated 8.6 L/100 km. The LX answers with seven seats, five doors, all-wheel drive and 650 Nm from its hybrid-assisted 3.4-litre twin-turbo V6. Its annual road tax is also far lower at RM2,352 versus RM10,991. Pick the LC for performance and lower rated consumption; take the LX if passenger capacity and access matter more.
Pick the Lexus LC if you want the 4.4-second 0-100 km/h car, 470 hp and a lower RM1,379,000 entry price.
Pick the Lexus LX if you need seven seats, five doors, all-wheel drive and 650 Nm torque.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Lexus LX RM1,540,000.
- Power and torque: Lexus LC 470 hp and 540 Nm; Lexus LX 415 hp and 650 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LC 4.4 seconds; Lexus LX 6.5 seconds.
- Rated economy and CO2: Lexus LC 8.6 L/100 km and 267 g/km; Lexus LX 10 L/100 km and 227 g/km.
- Body, doors and seats: Lexus LC coupe with 2 doors and 4 seats; Lexus LX SUV with 5 doors and 7 seats.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LC RM10,991; Lexus LX RM2,352.
LC
- 470 hp and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Rated 8.6 L/100 km consumption versus 10 L/100 km.
- RM161,000 lower purchase price.
- Four seats and two doors versus the LX’s seven seats and five doors.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- RM10,991 annual road tax versus RM2,352.
LX
- Seven seats and five doors.
- All-wheel drive and 650 Nm torque.
- RM2,352 annual road tax.
- RM161,000 more expensive than the LC.
- 6.5-second 0-100 km/h time versus 4.4 seconds.
- Rated 10 L/100 km consumption versus 8.6 L/100 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,379,000✓ | RM1,540,000 |
| Body type | Coupe | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Luxury |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM10,991 | RM2,352✓ |
| 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, variable valve timing and electric hybrid module |
| Capacity | 4,969 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 470 hp✓ | 415 hp |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 650 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 94 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 12.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 49 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | — |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 6.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.6 L/100 km✓ | 10 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h✓ | 210 km/h |
| Co2 | 267 g/km | 227 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 5,100 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,990 mm |
| Height | 1,345 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,965 kg | 2,840 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 197 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 265/50 R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 265/50 R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | — |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | — |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | — |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | — |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated and Heated | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | — |
| Audio | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | — |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | 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 LX FAQ
Is the Lexus LC or Lexus LX better?
The LC is better for outright pace and lower rated fuel consumption, with 470 hp and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The LX is better when seven seats, five doors, all-wheel drive and 650 Nm are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LX costs RM161,000 more than the Lexus LC.
Which Lexus has lower annual road tax?
The Lexus LX has lower annual road tax at RM2,352, compared with RM10,991 for the Lexus LC.