The Lexus LC has officially been discontinued, ending production of the grand tourer and leaving Lexus without a two-door enthusiast model following the RC’s discontinuation last year. The decision also ends the automaker’s V8-powered lineup, closing an era that began with the LC’s launch in 2017.
Lexus Confirms the LC Is Gone
Lexus confirmed the LC’s discontinuation on its customer-facing website. The move comes as SUVs such as the GX continue to dominate attention, while the latest-generation ES has also remained part of the conversation despite a more polarized response to its design.
The LC was never as prominent in Lexus’ lineup as the R8 was for Audi, making its discontinuation less unexpected. With the RC already gone, the LC’s departure leaves the brand without a two-door enthusiast model.
Lexus addressed the decision directly, stating: “While the LC line has been retired, its spirit of artistry, innovation and excellence continues to live on through every Lexus we make.”
No Direct Lexus LC Successor Announced
Lexus has not announced a direct successor to the LC. However, the automaker continues to show interest in performance vehicles, most notably with the LFA Concept, which previewed a new halo car.
The concept was presented as an all-electric model, although an unconfirmed report suggests the production vehicle could instead adopt a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Toyota Still Has a V8 Halo Car
While the LC’s departure ends Lexus’ V8-powered offerings, the wider Toyota family will continue to have a V8-powered halo car in the form of the GR GT.
The GR GT uses an in-house 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain targeted to produce at least 641 horsepower. In the U.S., the Toyota-branded supercar will be sold through select Lexus dealerships, likely providing a more premium customer experience.
Lexus Performance Moves in a New Direction
The end of the LC does not mean the end of Lexus performance models in the U.S. The brand continues to offer F Sport versions of the IS, RX and TX, as well as the RZ 550e for buyers who prefer an all-electric drivetrain.
The changing preferences of buyers have made the market more difficult for low-volume grand tourers like the LC. Buyers are increasingly favoring roomier crossovers and SUVs, while electrified vehicles continue to deliver increasingly impressive performance.
LC Sales Declined in the U.S.
Lexus sold only 1,286 examples of the LC in the U.S. last year, a 12.2% decline from 2024. Those sales figures came as the market continued shifting toward larger vehicles and electrified models.
The LC’s departure closes the chapter on a model that will leave an important legacy within Lexus. It was sometimes viewed as a spiritual follow-up to the LFA, one of the brand’s most iconic models.
