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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 4 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sports |
| Base Price | $102,330–$125,012 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2025 Lexus LC at 8.2/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this sports. Its strongest dimension is Reliability at 9.1/10, while Value at 6.5/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 9.1/10, reliability is one of this sports's best cards — few vehicles in our database score higher on this dimension. The safety score of 8.0/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance is a genuine highlight at 9.0/10. The Lexus LC delivers engaging driving dynamics — responsive handling, meaningful power delivery, and a drivetrain that rewards spirited driving without sacrificing daily usability. The cabin tech earns 8.5/10 — infotainment, smartphone integration, and driver-assistance are all close to the best this class offers.
Priced from $102,330–$125,012, 19 MPG, seating 4, the Lexus LC sits in the luxury tier of the sports market. The value score of 6.5/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2025 Lexus LC is a solid, well-rounded sports that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. The main caveat is value — worth checking if those dimensions are priorities for you. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Lexus LC ranks #20 of 316 sportss in the Carivo database — better than 94% of the segment. Its 8.2/10 overall score is 0.5 points above the segment average of 7.7/10. Its $102,330 starting price is about 122% above the segment's median of $46,090.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sports ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2022 Lexus LC scores 8.1/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 8.2 — and starts roughly $9,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 8.2/10 | $102,330 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 8.2/10 | $102,330 | |
| 2024 | 8.3/10 | $99,350 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 8.2/10 | $96,369 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 8.1/10 | $93,389 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 8.2/10 | $90,408 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 8.1/10 | $87,428 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 8.0/10 | $84,447 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.9/10 | $81,467 | Read review → |
The following recall campaign has been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Back over prevention / Display function 30/10/2025 · 25V744000 | 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… |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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