Lexus LC 500 vs. Acura NSX

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus LC 500 and Acura NSX contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lexus LC 500 and the Acura NSX.

In comparing the Lexus LC 500's and the Acura NSX's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and interior volume. The Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LC 500's and the Acura NSX's specifications and ratings, the Acura NSX is a better car than the Lexus LC 500.

Pricing: A used 2022 Lexus LC 500 ranges from $76,419 to $93,148 while a used 2022 Acura NSX is priced between $144,000 to $275,149.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus LC 500 loses 37.7 percent of its value and the Acura NSX loses 38.2 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LC 500 retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura NSX.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Acura NSX's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LC 500 being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Acura NSX being ranked 2 out of 8 Best Hybrid Luxury Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.0 out of 10. For the Acura NSX the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Acura NSX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus LC 500.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus LC 500’s base engine makes 471 horsepower, and the Acura NSX base engine makes 600 horsepower. The LC 500 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles.This gives the Acura NSX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus LC 500 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Lexus LC 500, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Acura NSX, a hybrid sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.