2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible - POV Driving Impressions

EXTERIOR: Infrared - INTERIOR: Toasted Caramel - TOP: Black
• Engine: 5.0-liter V8, aluminum block and cylinder heads, DOHC, 32-valve, Dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with intelligence)
• Transmission: 10-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic with paddle shift and manual mode
• Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
• Suspension: Double-joint MacPherson strut front suspension with two lower arms; multi-link rear suspension
with rear stabilizer bar
• 15/25/18 EPA estimated fuel economy (city/highway/combined MPG)
• Rear Differential: Torsen Limited Slip
• Adaptive dampers
Wheels
• Front: 21 in (forged aluminum alloy) 245/40RF21
• Rear: 21 in (forged aluminum alloy) 275/35RF21
Exterior
• Electrochromic outside rearview mirrors with memory
• Puddle lamps
• Active Sport Exhaust
• Arrowhead LED DRLs with ultra-compact triple projector LED headlamps
• Flush-type door handles with illumination when opened
Interior
• Navigation system with 10.3-inch high-resolution split-screen
Apple CarPlay compatibility, Android Auto compatibility, Amazon Alexa integration, Lexus
Enform Remote (three-year trial subscription included), Lexus Enform Safety Connect (complimentary 3-year subscription included), Lexus Enform Service Connect (complimentary 10- year subscription included), Lexus Enform WiFi (complimentary 4 GB trial to be used in three months), Lexus Enform Destination Assist (complimentary for three-year trial)
• New Dynamic Navigation (complimentary for up to three years)
• Small diameter 3-spoke steering wheel
• Drape-like surface design and ambient illumination on door panels
• Aluminum accelerator pedal, brake pedal and footrest with anodized aluminum surface finish
• LED illuminated L-shaped pattern ornamentation on passenger side of the instrument panel
• 10-way power driver front seats, including two-way power lumbar support and memory for driver
• 8-inch LCD TFT multi-information display
• Drive mode select knob located near multi-information display
• Steering wheel offers integrated cruise control buttons and magnesium paddle shifters
• Lexus analog clock with L-shaped pattern ornamentation
• Aluminum scuff plates
• Two USB ports and a 12V socket
• LED door courtesy lights, glove box light and trunk light
• Deodorizing and dust/pollen-removing interior air filter
• Power tilt and telescoping adjustable steering wheel
EMBARGO: Pricing and info 7-21; Driving Impression 7-29

Audio
o Heated, leather-trimmed steering wheel
o Semi-aniline leather-trimmed front seats
o Climate Concierge with Upper Body Heating o Mark Levinson
o Embossed headrests
• Siri Eyes Free
• SmartAccess keyless entry with push-button start
• Black leather-trimmed interior
• Touring Package
#LCconvertible
• Mark Levinson 13-speaker, 915-watt Reference Surround Sound Audio System o Acoustic sound is optimized to suit the situation (roof open or closed)
Standard Safety and Security
• Lexus Safety System+
• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Intelligent High Beam (IHB)
• Lane Keep Assist/Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Driver and front passenger knee airbags Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
• Dual-stage driver’s and dual-stage and dual-chamber front passenger’s airbag SRS
• Full length side curtain airbags SRS
• Front seat side airbag SRS
• Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake force
Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
• Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) integrates VSC, TRAC, ABS, electric power steering
(EPS), and, when equipped, Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) and Active Rear Steering
• Standard Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and Side Mirrors with BSM Indicator
Pricing (All pricing is embargoed until July 21 at 7:00 a.m. EDT):
LC 500 Convertible Pricing 21” Forged Wheels Head-Up Display
Limited Slip Differential Touring Package
Special Paint
MSRP: $101,000
Price as tested: $111,920

0:00-1:44 Intro & Walkaround
1:44-7:21 POV Driving Review (top down)
7:21-10:02 POV Driving Review (top up)
10:02-12:53 Sound System Test
12:53-17:15 POV Driving (top down)
17:15-19:38 Final Thoughts

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