The stunning Lexus LC 500 Convertible
10 Jan 2020
- A stunning design with the top up or down, featuring Lexus' signature attention to detail
- Fusion of the Lexus driving signature 'Exhilarating Performance' with a convertible driving experience
- Thoughtful in-cabin experience reflecting Lexus' "Human Centered" philosophy
The much-anticipated convertible version of the Lexus LC 500 flagship coupe made its global debut at Los Angeles Auto Show recently.
The LC lineup is representative of Lexus' evolution towards becoming a luxury lifestyle brand, providing driving pleasure and excitement to enrich customers' lifestyles. The new LC 500 Convertible joins the coupe as aspirational halo models for the entire Lexus lineup, providing unique driving experiences that stimulate the senses, and express ultimate beauty.
The exterior of the new LC artfully blends the coupe's unique roofline with the character of a convertible, achieving beauty with the top open or closed. The interior design considers how details such as the tonneau cover and seating materials become part of the design impression when viewed from the outside.
The new model follows the coupe's 'Exhilarating Performance' driving signature, providing a sense of unity with nature and an exhilarating driving experience that can only be enjoyed with a convertible.
The interior body structure has optimal placement and shape of braces to yield high dynamic performance faithful to the driver's intentions. And thanks to the car's robust and sensual sounding V8, the LC 500 Convertible accelerates in a pleasantly linear manner. To further enhance the driving experience, the LC 500 Convertible comes equipped with neck heaters and a transparent wind deflector―supporting the leading comfort and quiet that is Lexus' DNA.
The naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8, mated to the DirectShift-10 automatic transmission, gives the LC linear-yet-invigorating acceleration. Power output is tuned according to the driving scene, with smooth acceleration character during normal commuting, and acceleration at the limit when the driver desires.
In order to make the LC 500 Convertible's V8 more enjoyable when the top is down, a sound generator transmits sensual engine intake sounds through the dash panel, while an exhaust valve enhances the powerful engine sound.