# Lexus LC specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 18 - **Drive:** RWD - **Years covered:** 2018-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Lexus LC is a minicompact car rated at 18 mpg combined. Engines: 5.0L V8. ## Every 2026 Lexus LC version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | LC 500 Convertible | 5.0L V8 | RWD | Automatic | 15/25 | 18 mpg | $4,550 | 489 g/mi | | LC 500 | 5.0L V8 | RWD | Automatic | 16/24 | 18 mpg | $4,550 | 481 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Lexus LC specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 5.0L V8 | Automatic | RWD | 18 | | 2025 | 5.0L V8; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | RWD | 18-29 | | 2024 | 5.0L V8; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | RWD | 18-29 | | 2023 | 5.0L V8; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | RWD | 18-29 | | 2022 | 5.0L V8; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | RWD | 18-29 | | 2021 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 5.0L V8 | CVT, Automatic | RWD | 18-29 | | 2020 | 5.0L V8; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | RWD | 19-30 | | 2019 | 5.0L V8; 3.5L V6 hybrid | Automatic, CVT | RWD | 19-30 | | 2018 | 3.5L V6 hybrid; 5.0L V8 | CVT, Automatic | RWD | 19-30 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the LC changed over the years? - **2026:** dropped 3.5L V6 hybrid. - **2021:** combined mpg went from 19-30 to 18-29. ## What does it cost to run a LC? The EPA puts the 2026 Lexus LC's fuel cost at **$4,550 a year**, against about $3,175 for other current minicompact car: roughly 43% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $22,750 in fuel. ## LC vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Mini Cooper](/vehicles/mini-cooper) | Gas | 30-32 mpg | $2,550-$2,750 | | [Mini John Cooper Works](/vehicles/mini-john-cooper-works) | Gas | 30 mpg | $2,750 | | [Subaru BRZ](/vehicles/subaru-brz) | Gas | 22-25 mpg | $3,300-$3,750 | | [Toyota GR 86](/vehicles/toyota-gr-86) | Gas | 22-24 mpg | $3,400-$3,750 | | [Mercedes-Benz SL-Class](/vehicles/mercedes-benz-sl-class) | Gas, Hybrid | 16-23 mpg | $3,550-$5,150 | | [Porsche 911](/vehicles/porsche-911) | Gas | 15-21 mpg | $3,900-$5,500 | Other current minicompact car from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Lexus LC get? The 2026 Lexus LC is EPA-rated at 18 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Lexus LC have? The 2026 Lexus LC comes with: 5.0L V8. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with RWD. ### Is there a hybrid Lexus LC? Yes. The Lexus LC has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Lexus LC year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2020 Lexus LC has the highest combined rating, up to 30 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lexus LC for a year? About $4,550 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Lexus LC? The most efficient 2026 version, the LC 500 Convertible, is rated 15 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (18 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Lexus LC emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 481-489 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Is the Lexus LC cheap to run compared with other minicompact cars? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $4,550 compares with about $3,175 for other current minicompact car models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Lexus cars - [Lexus IS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-is) - [Lexus UX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ux) - [Lexus ES](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-es) - [Lexus LS](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-ls) ## More Lexus models - [Lexus GX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-gx) - [Lexus LX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lx) - [Lexus NX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-nx) - [Lexus RX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rx) - [Lexus RZ](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rz) - [Lexus TX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-tx) - [Lexus RC](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-rc): discontinued ## Other minicompact cars - [Mercedes-Benz SL-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-sl-class) - [Mini Cooper](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mini-cooper) - [Mini John Cooper Works](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mini-john-cooper-works) - [Porsche 911](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/porsche-911) - [Subaru BRZ](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/subaru-brz) - [Toyota GR 86](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/toyota-gr-86) - [Fiat 500e](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/fiat-500e) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lc Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.