Lexus LC 500 vs. Lexus GS F
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus LC 500 and Lexus GS F 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 Lexus GS F.
When we compare the Lexus LC 500's and the Lexus GS F's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Lexus GS F has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Lexus LC 500 and Lexus GS F have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LC 500's and the Lexus GS F's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS F is a better car than the Lexus LC 500.
Pricing: A used 2020 Lexus LC 500 ranges from $67,067 to $81,876 while a used 2020 Lexus GS F is priced between $48,492 to $75,132.
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 Lexus GS F loses 44 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LC 500 retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lexus GS F.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Lexus GS F's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LC 500 being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lexus GS F being ranked 10 out of 29.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.0 out of 10. For the Lexus GS F the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS F an 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 Lexus GS F base engine makes 467 horsepower. Both the LC 500 and the GS F are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 543 and 418 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the Lexus GS F has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$92,950
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$63,037
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$25,370 - $130,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$85,010
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$63,037
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$25,370 - $130,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$73,747
Price Range:
$67,067 - $81,876
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$44,278
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$23,996 - $77,843
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
29,013
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$63,774
Price Range:
$48,492 - $75,132
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$44,278
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$23,996 - $77,843
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
46,856
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Lexus LC 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus GS F Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus LC 500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4 - 10.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus GS F
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
7.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4 - 10.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
50.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 32.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 32.7
Lexus LC 500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Lexus GS F Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus LC 500 Trim Levels
Base
Lexus GS F Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
471 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
467 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
389 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.116 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 543 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.9 inches
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4280 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
53 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4034 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35ZR19
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Smoky Granite Mica
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Red
Infrared
Silver
Atomic Silver / Liquid Platinum
White
Ultra White
Yellow
Flare Yellow
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar
Blue
Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0
Gray
Smoky Granite Mica
Green
Not available
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver / Liquid Platinum
White
Ultra White
Yellow
Flare Yellow
Interior Colors
Beige
Bespoke Saddle Tan w/Black Amber Trim
Black
Black w/Satin Metallic Trim
Brown
Toasted Caramel w/Satin Metallic Trim
Red
Rioja Red w/Satin Metallic Trim
White
Bespoke White w/Satin Metallic Trim
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black w/Black Carbon Fiber Trim / White and Black w/Black Carbon Fiber Trim
Brown
Not available
Red
Circuit Red w/Black Carbon Fiber Trim
White
Not available