Lexus LC 500h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid
In comparing the Lexus LC 500h's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LC 500h has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus LC 500h's and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Lexus LC 500h vs. Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus LC 500h loses 37.5 percent of its value and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LC 500h retains 14.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus LC 500h’s base engine makes 354 horsepower, and the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid base engine makes 192 horsepower. The LC 500h is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 733 miles. The SONATA Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 52 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles.This gives the Hyundai SONATA Hybrid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus LC 500h the advantage in maximum range. The LC 500h uses premium unleaded, and the SONATA Hybrid uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Hyundai SONATA Hybrid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.374617
Pricing
New Asking Price:
29792 - 38744
Used Asking Price:
26392 - 37446
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518358
Lexus LC 500h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus LC 500h Rankings
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24 out of / 29Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Rankings
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14 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Lexus LC 500h Trim Levels
Base
Hyundai SONATA Hybrid Trim Levels
Blue, Limited, SEL
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
354 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
577 / 733 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
50 / 54 / 52
Range (city/hwy):
660 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
4.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4420 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
53 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3325 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
245/40R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/65R16