Is the Lexus LC a good car?

Yes — the Lexus LC is a compelling used luxury grand tourer if you want standout styling, a comfortable ride, and a strong sense of craftsmanship. The all-generations owner rating is 4.71/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its striking design, powerful engine, and comfortable ride, and the car’s rare, special feel comes through across the model years. Expert reviews also reinforce its polished character, with the LC’s dramatic styling and high-end cabin standing out as recurring strengths.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the cramped back seat, limited trunk space, and dated infotainment on earlier versions, so you should expect a grand-touring focus rather than everyday practicality.

28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lexus LC models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the LC very highly, and the recurring praise centers on its luxurious feel, strong performance, and comfortable ride. Expert commentary also points to a well-built, polished grand-touring character that helps the car feel special over time.

• Owners rate the Lexus LC between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking history carefully and prioritizing well-kept examples, especially because some earlier years carry known recall and repair concerns.

What should I look for when buying a used Lexus LC?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 86.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Lexus Safety System+ with collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, dynamic cruise control, automatic high beams, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
• Infotainment: Lexus Enform infotainment system with a 10.3-inch digital screen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: The LC 500h returns fuel economy of 26 mpg city, 34 highway, 29 combined. The LC 500 Coupe returns 16 mpg city, 25 highway, 19 combined. The LC 500 Convertible returns 15 mpg city, 25 highway, 18 combined.

Which Lexus LC trim should I buy?

The 2021 Lexus LC offers...

• LC 500 Coupe: This is the core LC experience, with the naturally aspirated V8, rear-wheel drive, and the dramatic grand-touring character that defines the model. It suits you if you want the classic LC formula in coupe form.
• LC 500 Convertible: This adds open-air driving and is the right pick if you want the LC’s style and comfort with a more relaxed, top-down experience.
• LC 500 Convertible with Touring Package: This is the best-value choice if you want a more richly equipped LC, since it adds the Alcantara headliner, heated steering wheel, embossed seats, parking assistant, and Mark Levinson 13-speaker sound system.
• LC 500 Coupe with Sport Package: This adds a carbon-fiber roof, Torsen limited-slip rear differential, and performance brakes, making it the trim to consider if you want a more performance-focused setup.
• LC 500 with Dynamic Handling Package: This adds the differential and brakes from the Sport Package, plus active rear steering, a speed-activated rear spoiler, and other performance upgrades for the most capability-rich version in the 2021 lineup.

What Lexus LC do most buyers choose?

The Lexus LC years with the most listings are 2022, 2021, and 2020.

These higher-volume years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more inventory to compare and a better chance of finding the color, body style, and equipment mix you want. They also tend to attract more deal opportunities simply because there are more listings in the market.

Is the Lexus LC safe?

• 2021: 9/10

The LC 500 comes standard with the Lexus Safety System+, including collision avoidance with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning, dynamic cruise control, automatic high beams, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Lexus LC now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings. The Lexus LC offers a rare, dramatic grand-touring character with a polished cabin and standout styling that make it feel special every time you drive it.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The LC 500 is powered by a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, makes 471 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque, and uses a 10-speed automatic transmission.
• Tech: The LC 500 comes equipped with the Lexus Enform infotainment system, a 10.3-inch digital screen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
• Safety: The LC 500 comes standard with the Lexus Safety System+.
• Starting price: Base MSRP for the 2021 Lexus LC is $92,950.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.