The Lexus LC 500: First Impressions

[Born2Drive]

From discussing it with the chief engineer, it sounds like only front-engine rear wheel drive cars will be built on this platform. Of course, I could be totally wrong, because wouldn't an SUV built on this platform be amazing?

I am sure that the sexy skin of LC greatly limits the set up of drive-train. However, it should not be a problem to set up AWD in the fully grown up SUV.
I understand that Lexus needs more time & resource for LC, then for the next LS. Still, I have a feeling that Lexus is planning a flagship SUV from this platform. And, SUV is the trend to go and Lexus is known for SUVs.
Just makes sure the proportion is right (nothing like MDX/Q7/GL/Bentley please), face needs to be awesome too. The current Lexus SUVs are in pretty good shapes, although I would like that new RX to be a little taller in height and a little shorter in length, and the spindle grille of new LX could be a little better.
The aim of this SUV should be higher than those Germans,but the big Range Rover is a good reference.

 

[krew]

I am sure that the sexy skin of LC greatly limits the set up of drive-train. However, it should not be a problem to set up AWD in the fully grown up SUV.
I understand that Lexus needs more time & resource for LC, then for the next LS. Still, I have a feeling that Lexus is planning a flagship SUV from this platform. And, SUV is the trend to go and Lexus is known for SUVs.
Just makes sure the proportion is right (nothing like MDX/Q7/GL/Bentley please), face needs to be awesome too. The current Lexus SUVs are in pretty good shapes, although I would like that new RX to be a little taller in height and a little shorter in length, and the spindle grille of new LX could be a little better.
The aim of this SUV should be higher than those Germans,but the big Range Rover is a good reference.

Wouldn't it be something if the rumored three-row crossover was built on this platform? I should have asked the CE "theoretically".

 

[RAL]

Wouldn't it be something if the rumored three-row crossover was built on this platform? I should have asked the CE "theoretically".

I wondered the same thing ... it would be amazing!

 

[Bulldog 1]

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You're all WRONG! Next up: The Lexus LC 500 grows two doors and becomes the Lexus Panamera

 

[krew]

(planting controversial comment for shock effect)
You're all WRONG! Next up: The Lexus LC 500 grows two doors and becomes the Lexus Panamera

The way insiders have been talking about the next-generation LS, you could very well be right. My understanding is that the Panamera is one of the benchmarks.

 

[OlFius]

(planting controversial comment for shock effect)
You're all WRONG! Next up: The Lexus LC 500 grows two doors and becomes the Lexus Panamera

Great ! Why not ?! Do you have a slightly original name in mind ? Lexus PC maybe ?

 

[spwolf]

Wouldn't it be something if the rumored three-row crossover was built on this platform? I should have asked the CE "theoretically".

there is no chance it will be RWD based, main point of 3 row SUV is utility which is where FWD setup is vastly superior.

 

[CIF]

The exterior is an absolute knockout hands-down. Truly the LFA's brother exterior-wise. Regarding the interior, I'm not sure what to think. Puzzled by the color, trim and seat choices in the interior.

 

[krew]

there is no chance it will be RWD based, main point of 3 row SUV is utility which is where FWD setup is vastly superior.

Oh, absolutely agree. I suppose what I'm really trying to say -- there was a very strong feeling of change at the Detroit Auto Show among executives, to a point where it felt like a fresh start. Everyone was very proud of the LC, talking about how it represents the future of Lexus (alongside the next-gen LS).

Just got me thinking -- a RWD crossover would fit very well alongside those two models, and I don't think they're redesigning the RX any time soon.

The exterior is an absolute knockout hands-down. Truly the LFA's brother exterior-wise. Regarding the interior, I'm not sure what to think. Puzzled by the color, trim and seat choices in the interior.

Interior felt exotic -- the interior/exterior color scheme was also very reminiscent of Ferrari. It's definitely a departure, but I like it.

 

[Vincent Nowaczyk]

Not sure if it will make a big difference, but the LC will be the first model to feature the new Lexus infotainment software. This should improve the overall experience greatly.

I hope you are right! the Map is the worst using the Haptic controller, trying to change to 3D, True North etc it wants to show the map to select a point with the Target looking thing. frustration is what I hear from our customers.

 

[Butterzai]

LC 500 i think lexus try to make something different . different than the BMW and the Porsche

i think the LC500 look like a Japanese Aston Martin Vanquish but the LC is much cheaper

size weight sound and driving characteristic , great interior

but the for another version

F ? or GT3 version

"i can't wait"