2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Review

Glancing at the spec sheet for the 2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible might leave you feeling a tad underwhelmed. For the six-figure sum it commands, you might expect more than 471 horsepower, or more than 4 cubic feet of storage space. You might reasonably expect a usable rear seat, or even a less clever touchpad-style tech interface.

But the LC 500 is a car that's really more than the sum of its numbers. The LC 500 is all about feel, starting with the curves and pronounced angles of its bodywork, continuing with the luxurious expanse of cabin leather, and galvanized by the wash of power from its silky V8. We wouldn't call it exhilarating, but it is very satisfying. This year, the convertible gets a handful of new color choices and subtle suspension adjustments aimed at improved handling. It's a commendable gesture from Lexus, but riotous changes in direction are not the LC 500's forte. Rather, it's a car you point forward, press on the gas and choose a destination many miles away. And lower the top when the sun's out. Read our Expert Rating below to learn more about where the LC 500 Convertible ranks among other sport-luxury convertibles.

The 2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible comes in a single trim level. Power comes from a 5.0-liter V8 (471 horsepower, 398 lb-ft of torque) paired with a 10-speed automatic that drives the rear wheels. Like the LC Coupe, the convertible is nominally a four-passenger car. Realistically, the back seat is small and inhospitable to humans.