Lexus LC 500h

The Lexus LC 500h is a luxury hybrid grand touring coupe that blends striking design with refined performance and advanced hybrid technology. It uses Lexus’s Multistage Hybrid System, which pairs a 3.5-liter Atkinson-cycle V6 gasoline engine with two electric motors and a unique multistage transmission that mimics up to ten gear ratios for a more engaging and responsive driving feel compared with many other hybrids. This sophisticated setup combines the power from the V6 and electric drive for a total system output of around 354 hp, delivering smooth acceleration and strong mid-range performance while also enabling the gasoline engine to shut off at speeds up to about 87 mph for efficiency gains. The LC 500h rides on a sleek, low-slung coupe body with a long wheelbase and wide stance that give it both presence and stability, and its chassis and suspension tuning provide sharp handling with a comfortable, refined ride — making it well suited to both spirited drives and long highway journeys. Inside, the cabin combines premium materials with modern technology, including a high-resolution infotainment display, supportive sport seats, and Lexus’s suite of safety and driver-assist systems, all wrapped in a design that matches the car’s performance-oriented character. Although production of the LC 500h has effectively ended for the 2026 model year as Lexus shifts focus to the V8 LC 500, the hybrid remains a remarkable example of Lexus’s ability to combine luxury, style, and electrified performance.