Verdict
At RM1,379,000, the Lexus LC costs RM161,000 less and is the sharper choice for a two-door grand tourer: its 470 hp 5.0-litre V8 reaches 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, against the LX’s 6.5 seconds. The RM1,540,000 Lexus LX trades that pace for seven seats, five doors, full-time 4WD with low range and a 98-litre tank. It also cuts annual road tax dramatically, at RM2,352 versus RM10,991, though its rated consumption is 10 L/100 km versus 8.6 L/100 km for the LC.
Pick the Lexus LC if you want the RM161,000 cheaper, 470 hp rear-wheel-drive coupe with a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Lexus LX if you need seven seats, five doors, full-time 4WD with low range and far lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Lexus LX RM1,540,000.
- Performance: LC 470 hp and 4.4 sec 0-100 km/h; LX 409 hp and 6.5 sec.
- Driveline: LC rear-wheel drive; LX all-wheel drive with full-time 4WD and low-range transfer.
- Seating and doors: LC four seats and two doors; LX seven seats and five doors.
- Running figures: LC 8.6 L/100 km and RM10,991 annual road tax; LX 10 L/100 km and RM2,352.
- Dimensions and luggage: LC is 4,770 mm long with 197 litres of boot space; LX is 5,100 mm long with 140 litres.
LC
- RM161,000 lower purchase price.
- 470 hp V8 and 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Lower rated consumption at 8.6 L/100 km.
- Only four seats and two doors, against the LX’s seven seats and five doors.
- Rear-wheel drive lacks the LX’s low-range four-wheel-drive hardware.
- RM10,991 annual road tax is RM8,639 higher.
LX
- Seven seats, five doors and powered third-row arrangement.
- Full-time 4WD, low-range transfer, Crawl Control and Multi-Terrain Select.
- RM2,352 annual road tax and an eight-year unlimited-mileage hybrid component warranty.
- Costs RM161,000 more than the LC.
- Slower to 100 km/h at 6.5 seconds versus 4.4 seconds.
- Uses a rated 10 L/100 km versus the LC’s 8.6 L/100 km.
What the LC has over the LX
What the LX has over the LC
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The LX is 70 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the LC: 197 litres against 140.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM14,075/mo✓ | RM15,720/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM36,329✓ | RM40,418 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,423✓ | RM3,980 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM17.11✓ | RM19.90 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM253,713 | RM233,752✓ |
| 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; combined output 341 kW (464 PS) |
| Capacity | 4,969 cc | 3,445 cc |
| Horsepower | 470 hp at 7,100 rpm✓ | 409 hp at 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 540 Nm at 4,800 rpm | 650 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 8 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 mm × 89.5 mm | 85.5 mm × 100 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.3 | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 48 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | 10-speed automatic |
| 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 | 98 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 197 litres✓ | 140 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 265/50R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 265/50R22 |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Double wishbone, AHC with AVS adaptive dampers |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link, AHC with AVS adaptive dampers |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | 22-inch alloy, black with machined finish |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | 22-inch alloy, black with machined finish |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric power steering |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs | GA-F ladder frame; full-time 4WD with Torsen centre LSD and low-range transfer; AHC hydraulic active height control with AVS; comfort-tuned suspension; front 354 mm x 32 mm and rear 335 mm x 20 mm ventilated discs; drive modes Normal, Eco, Comfort, Sport S, Sport S+, Custom; Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 10 (Driver and front passenger, driver and passenger knee, front and rear curtain shield (RR1 and RR2)) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Second row outer seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with pedestrian and cyclist detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | Lexus Safety System+ 3: Pre-Collision System, Lane Tracing Assist, all-speed Adaptive Cruise Control, Road Sign Assist, Blind Spot Monitor with Safe Exit Assist, Parking Support Brake, Panoramic View Monitor, Multi-Terrain Monitor, Intelligent Parking Assist; Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Control, Turn Assist, Multi-Terrain Select, Active Traction Control, Trailer Sway Control, VDIM, tyre pressure warning, Vehicle Approach Notice; alarm with intrusion sensor |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Ultra-small triple-projector LED with washers, BladeScan adaptive high beam, cornering lamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED with high-mount stop lamp |
| 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 | Premium leather, 10-way power driver, 8-way power passenger, air lumbar both, heated, ventilated, massage |
| Rear Seats | — | 2nd row heated and ventilated, 60:40 power fold; 3rd row 50:50 split with power auto arrange |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Four-zone automatic with pollen filter and Nanoe ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear zones (four-zone automatic) |
| Sunroof | — | None |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 2x 12V front, 4x USB-C front, HDMI, wireless charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | 64-colour ambient lighting, illuminated scuff plates |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | — |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear door manual blinds |
| Audio | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 25-speaker Mark Levinson with subwoofer, 12.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All with auto up/down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Push start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Smart entry with push start |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive, all-speed |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered tailgate with kick sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | Yes, with Parking Support Brake |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes, with Parking Support Brake |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | 360-degree Panoramic View Monitor with Multi-Terrain Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes, Intelligent Parking Assist with full auto parking |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Conventional |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 12.3-inch digital cluster, 7-inch MID and 240x90 HUD; 7-inch climate/off-road touchscreen; wireless charger, HDMI and 2x USB-C in centre tray; cool box; heated leather and wood steering wheel; auto-dimming rear-view mirror; heated mirrors with camera and puddle lamps; illuminated side steps; roof rails; active noise control |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km free service | Hybrid battery, inverter and hybrid control computer: 8 years, unlimited mileage |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Is the Lexus LC or Lexus LX better?
The LC is better if speed and a lower purchase price matter: it has 470 hp and does 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds. The LX is better for seven-seat use, five-door access and low-range four-wheel-drive capability.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LX costs RM1,540,000 and the Lexus LC costs RM1,379,000, so the LX is RM161,000 more expensive.
Which costs less to tax and fuel?
The LX has much lower annual road tax at RM2,352 versus RM10,991 for the LC. However, the LC has the lower rated fuel consumption at 8.6 L/100 km, against 10 L/100 km for the LX.