Verdict
At RM1,379,000, the Lexus LC costs RM1,083,000 more than the RM296,000 Toyota GR86, but brings 470 hp and 540 Nm for a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time. The GR86 has 234 hp, 250 Nm and takes 6.3 seconds, yet weighs 1,291 kg against the LC’s 1,965 kg and keeps a six-speed manual. Malaysian ownership costs are far apart too: annual road tax is RM10,991 for the LC and RM767 for the GR86. The Lexus is the faster, far better-equipped luxury coupe; the Toyota is the lighter manual alternative with the larger boot.
Pick the Lexus LC if 470 hp, a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time, autonomous braking and powered ventilated front seats matter more than the RM1,083,000 price gap.
Pick the Toyota GR86 if you want a 1,291-kg rear-wheel-drive coupe with a six-speed manual, full-size spare tyre and far lower annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Lexus LC RM1,379,000; Toyota GR86 RM296,000.
- Power and torque: Lexus LC 470 hp and 540 Nm; Toyota GR86 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Lexus LC 4.4 seconds; Toyota GR86 6.3 seconds.
- Kerb weight: Lexus LC 1,965 kg; Toyota GR86 1,291 kg.
- Annual road tax: Lexus LC RM10,991; Toyota GR86 RM767.
- Boot space: Lexus LC 197 litres; Toyota GR86 226 litres.
LC
- 470 hp and 540 Nm, with 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning and steering-correction lane keeping.
- 13-speaker Mark Levinson audio and heated, ventilated eight-way power front seats.
- RM1,083,000 more expensive and RM10,224 costlier in annual road tax.
- At 1,965 kg, it is 674 kg heavier than the GR86.
- Its 197-litre boot is 29 litres smaller.
GR86
- 1,291 kg kerb weight and a six-speed manual transmission.
- 226-litre boot and a full-size spare tyre.
- RM767 annual road tax.
- 234 hp and 250 Nm trail the LC by 236 hp and 290 Nm.
- Its 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.9 seconds slower.
- It lacks the LC’s autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and front parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM1,379,000 | RM296,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Luxury | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM10,991 | RM767✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 32-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated, Otto/Atkinson Cycle with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 4,969 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 470 hp✓ | 234 hp |
| Torque | 540 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.3 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | Direct Shift | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 10 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 270 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Co2 | 267 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,770 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,345 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,870 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 1,965 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 197 litres | 226 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/40R21 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/35R21 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Potenza S001L Run-flats | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive F Suspension - Sachs | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.3" Lexus Premium Audio Remote Touch Controller with 13-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Sound System, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| 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 GR86 FAQ
Is the Lexus LC or Toyota GR86 better?
The Lexus LC is better for outright output, acceleration and equipment, with 470 hp, 4.4-second 0-100 km/h performance and autonomous braking. The Toyota GR86 suits buyers who prioritise a 1,291-kg body, six-speed manual and lower running costs.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus LC costs RM1,083,000 more than the Toyota GR86. Its annual road tax is also RM10,224 higher.
Which coupe has the better warranty coverage?
Both have a five-year manufacturer warranty, but the Lexus LC has unlimited mileage coverage and includes five years or 100,000 km of free service. The Toyota GR86 warranty is limited to 150,000 km.