2022 Lexus LC 500: What's New and Notable?

New Year, New Features

Now entering its fifth year of production, the Lexus LC 500 still looks as good as ever, thanks to its stunning bodywork. Thus, there aren't many changes in store for the grand touring coupe or its convertible twin for the 2022 model year, though there are a few notable items worth going over that including some handling enhancements and cool new customization options.

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Suspension Enhancement

For 2022, the LC 500 continues to embrace the Lexus Driving Signature Next Chapter brand pillar through enhancements to the vehicle’s dynamic handling characteristics. Front and rear suspension settings have been optimized to enhance ground contact feel, linear steering response, and steering effectiveness in the high cornering G range. This suspension enhancement results in nimbler vehicle handling and a sharper connection between driver and vehicle. 

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Sport Package

The available LC 500 sport package includes numerous performance upgrades, including a Torsen limited-slip rear differential with Yamaha performance dampers, performance brake pads, and Alcantara-trimmed seats. For 2022, the sport package with a glass roof adds 21-inch forged alloy wheels with a polished finish and Gloss Black accents. The carbon-fiber roof will now be a customization option exclusive to the first-ever LC Bespoke Build.

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Bespoke Build

The 2022 LC 500 and LC 500h will launch with the first-ever Bespoke Build, allowing Lexus customers to configure their vehicle by customizing the LC 500’s wheels, spoiler, roof, and exterior/interior trim and colors. Certain customization options, including the carbon fiber roof and all-new Manhattanhenge interior color, will be exclusive to Bespoke Build, while others like the carbon fiber air wing spoiler and 21-inch forged alloy wheels with a Black finish were previously only available on the LC Inspiration Series. The exclusive Manhattanhenge interior color name is derived from a rare New York City occurrence befitting of the Bespoke Build. On these two special days a year, the rising or setting sun aligns perfectly with the main Manhattan street grid, creating a beautiful orange glow that illuminates the urban skyline.

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Customization Options

The LC 500 Bespoke Build also includes a unique interior badge and certificate of authenticity printed on Japanese washi paper and signed and stamped by LC Chief Engineer Yasushi Muto and Lexus Vice President of Marketing Vinay Shahani. A special LC 500 Bespoke Build configurator is live on Lexus.com and allows shoppers to customize and place an order for their vehicle online. The selected Lexus dealer will provide updates throughout the production process for a truly personalized experience. “Our LC buyers are true car enthusiasts, and they know exactly what they want," Shahani said. "They are also connected and tech-savvy. We are thrilled to offer a new online tool that allows them to craft their unique Bespoke Build."

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Powertrains

For the 2022 model, the LC 500 continues to be powered by Lexus' naturally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8, which is rated to produce 471 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque and is backed up by a retuned 10-speed automatic transmission, giving it a 0-60 time of 4.4 seconds. The LC500h features Lexus' Atkinson-cycle 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine paired with two electric motors to produce a combined 354 horsepower.

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Colors and Pricing

For 2022, the LC 500 is available in nine exterior colors - Caviar, Smoky Granite Mica, Atomic Silver, Ultra White, Infrared, Nightfall Mica, Flare Yellow, Nori Green Pearl, and Cadmium Orange. The coupe starts out at $93,050, not including a delivery, processing, and handling (DPH) fee of $1,075, while the LC 500h will start at $99,050. Both vehicles are expected to arrive in dealerships in late 2021.

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