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2023 Lexus LC: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2023 Lexus LC is revised suspension tuning for sharper steering response, better road feel, and more precise handling. This is a light update rather than a redesign, and the rest of the car changes very little.
About the 2023 Lexus LC
1st generation LC. The coupe-based LC 500 and LC 500h launched for 2018, and the LC 500 Convertible joined for 2020. For 2023, the LC is in a late first-generation phase with chassis tuning updates rather than a redesign.
Lexus positions the LC as its most emotional grand-touring car: dramatic styling, a hand-finished cabin, and a blend of comfort and performance rather than a stripped-down sports-car feel. In this class, the LC stands out by pairing striking design with either a naturally aspirated V8 or an unusual hybrid system, giving it a more theatrical, craftsmanship-focused personality than many rival luxury coupes.
The LC 500 remains the dramatic V8 model, sold as a coupe or soft-top convertible with 471 horsepower, an active sport exhaust, and a 10-speed automatic. The LC 500h is the quieter, more efficiency-minded coupe, pairing a 354-hp hybrid system with the same craftsmanship and 10.3-inch navigation display found in the V8 model.
What changed, by category
Structural
Lexus revised the suspension settings across the LC 500, LC 500h, and LC 500 Convertible to improve steering response, road contact, and handling precision.
2023 Lexus LC specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | V6, Hybrid, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd Sport w/Direct Shift | Automatic, ECVT & 4-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 15–16 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 471 hp | |
| Torque | 398 lb-ft | 257 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 3.4–5.4 cu-ft | 4.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 28–32.5 in | 32.5 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Retractable Soft Top | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Head-Up Display | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Interior Trim | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 Lexus LC compared with the 2022 model?
The key change is revised suspension tuning across the LC lineup, intended to sharpen steering response, road feel, and handling. The limited-run LC 500 Inspiration Series from 2022 did not continue for 2023.
Was the 2023 Lexus LC redesigned?
No, the 2023 Lexus LC was not redesigned. It remained part of the first generation and received a light chassis update centered on revised suspension settings.
Did the 2023 Lexus LC get new engines?
No, the powertrains carried over. The LC 500 retained its 471-hp 5.0-liter V8, while the LC 500h kept its 354-hp hybrid system.
Does the 2023 Lexus LC come as a convertible?
Yes, the 2023 LC 500 Convertible pairs a power-folding soft top with the same 471-hp 5.0-liter V8 used in the LC 500 coupe. It also received the revised suspension tuning for 2023.
Did the 2023 Lexus LC receive a new infotainment system?
No, there was no major infotainment change for 2023. The LC continued with a 10.3-inch navigation display, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
2023 Lexus LC Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Lexus LC.
4.5
2023 Lexus LC
(29 reviews)
“Wonderful car, has the looks, power and feel. Always noticed and appreciated by young and old alike. Definitely makes a statement. Extremely comfortable and easy to drive. Only concern is parking lots.”
“The car is great. The quality, fit and finish is superb. Yup it seats only 2. Fine with me, adds to it exclusiveness's.”
Sources
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New 2023 Lc 500 500H
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New 2023 Lc 500 Convertible
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New 2024 Lc 500 500H
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New 2022 Lc 500 500H
- lexus.com — Models / 2023 / MY23 Lexus LC Brochure
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New 2024 Lc 500 Convertible
- pressroom.lexus.com — Whats New 2022 Lc 500 Convertible