Lexus LC

The updated 2021 Lexus LC Coupe range has officially landed in Australian dealerships, with pricing starting from just under $200,000 for both the V8-powered LC500 and hybrid-powered LC500h. The flagship Lexus Coupe range will commence at $194,747 plus on-road costs for the LC500, which continues with its familiar 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine and 10-speed automatic transmission.

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Lexus USA has revealed the 2020 LC500 Inspiration Series, a special-edition version of its V8-powered flagship coupe donning an exclusive colour scheme. UPDATE, 15/8/19: Lexus Australia has confirmed a 'select' allocation of LC500 Inspiration Series vehicles will make their way Down Under during the fourth quarter of 2019. See bottom of article.

Lexus Australia has issued a recall for its LC500h hybrid sports car, over concerns a faulty ECU could cause loss of power. The luxury marque reports improper programming in the ECU controlling both the hybrid system and transmission may not shift gears "within the required time period" when the "accelerator pedal is depressed quickly during normal driving conditions".

Lexus has announced details of its new LC Morphic Blue Limited Edition, which brings a unique blue colour scheme inside and out amongst other special appointments. Starting at $192,500 before on-road costs, the special-edition coupe is $2500 more than the 'standard' version, and is available in both LC500 V8 and LC500h V6 hybrid variants.