DecodedCars2025 Lexus LC
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- 500 2dr Convertible, 500 2dr Coupe, 500h 2dr Coupe
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 29 combined · 26 city / 33 hwy
- Length
- 187.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,266–4,696 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 29 MPG combined — 26% better than the average 2025 subcompact car (23.1 MPG).
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Lexus LC is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (3.5L 6-cyl and 5.0L 8-cyl), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 187 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,539 lb (500 2dr Convertible).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (26 city / 33 highway), 26% better than the 2025 subcompact car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $2,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 LC — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 LC →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 2dr Convertible | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 53.1 in | 113 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,539 lb | 52/48 |
| 500 2dr Coupe | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 53.1 in | 113 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,266 lb | 52/48 |
| 500h 2dr Coupe | 187.4 in | 75.6 in | 53.1 in | 113 in | 64.2 / 64.2 in | 4,696 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LC 500h Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 26 / 33 / 29 | +26% | $2,850 | 304 |
| LC 500 Convertible | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 25 / 18 | -11% | $4,550 | 489 |
| LC 500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 18 | -22% | $4,550 | 481 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Lexus LC.
Similar 2025 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus LC (this car) | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 Porsche 911 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 Maserati MC20 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 30, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru Solterra vehicles equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the parking assist software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 25TB13 and 25LB06. Subaru's number for this recall is WRE25.
Not every 2025 Lexus LC is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Lexus LC in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 Lexus LC buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Lexus LC. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other LC years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lexus. How we calculate this →