2026 Lexus LC: real cost in California
See the LC on Lexus's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, 500 · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$103,400the advertised price
Drive away$114,478with fees and tax
Loan payment$1,866/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$2,496/moeverything, after resale
$114,478 to drive away + $115,244 to run it for 6 years − $50,015 back at resale = $179,707, or $2,496 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$114,478
Running it, 6 yrs+$115,244
Back at resale−$50,015
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$103,400Feesfreight $1,550 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,635Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$9,443Fuel13,500 mi a year at 18 MPG
+$29,688Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$24,909Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$23,122Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$21,389Maintenanceestimate
+$11,239Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$4,898Resale after 6 years48% of MSRP, you get this back
−$50,015True cost $179,707 ÷ 72 months$2,496 a month
The car
Size and space
BodyCoupe187.4 in long
Seats4
Cargo5.4 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance5.2 inlow; watch steep driveways
Engine and fuel
Engine471 hp premium gas, RWD
0–60 mph4.3 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy18 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires18"225/55R18
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty4 yrspowertrain 6 yrs
Resale at 6 years48% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: RWD, 471 hp, 18 MPG, 4 seats.| 500 | $103,400 | $114,478 | $179,707 | ✓ $2,496/mo |
| 500 Bespoke | $105,400 | $116,657 | $181,899 | $2,526/mo |
| 500 Convertible | $110,900 | $122,652 | $187,927 | $2,610/mo |
| 500 Convertible Bespoke | $114,800 | $126,903 | $192,201 | $2,669/mo |
| 500 Convertible Inspiration Series | $121,850 | $134,586 | $199,928 | $2,777/mo |
| 500 Inspiration Series | $122,950 | $135,785 | $201,134 | $2,794/mo |
500
✓ $2,496/mo
True cost
500 Bespoke
$2,526/mo
True cost
500 Convertible
$2,610/mo
True cost
500 Convertible Bespoke
$2,669/mo
True cost
500 Convertible Inspiration Series
$2,777/mo
True cost
500 Inspiration Series
$2,794/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.Feature
500$103,400
500 Bespoke$105,400
500 Convertible$110,900
500 Convertible Bespoke$114,800
500 Convertible Inspiration Series$121,850
500 Inspiration Series$122,950
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Premium sound system
✓ Every trim
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Lexus lists only a few items for this model, so features not shown above may still be fitted; check with the dealer.
Recalls
2 NHTSA recalls for 2024 to 2026 LC models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Back over prevention2024, 2025 · 1,024,407 vehicles
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may cause the rearview camera to freeze or display a blank screen when the vehicle is in reverse.Recall 25V744000 at NHTSA ↗Back over prevention2024 · 18,616 vehicles
Due to incorrect programming of the parking-assist electronic control unit (ECU) software, the rearview camera image may not immediately display within a couple of seconds after the shifter is placed into reverse.Recall 24V124000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 LC in California?
- $114,478 to drive away for the 500, from a $103,400 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $1,866 loan payment, about $2,800 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $2,496 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
Ultra WhiteCloudburst GrayIridiumCaviarInfraredNori Green PearlUltrasonic Blue Mica 2.0WindSmoke Matte Gray
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US prices in US dollars from Lexus's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.