The best looking hybrid to hold a luxury badge😍 I would still personally get that screaming N/A V8! Flawless Review, Sofyan! Even though all of the reviews are always 5/5 stars!
Kool Acclaimed™ I am commenting on Sofyan’s channel, about his channel not my own. I’m not advertising my own just by commenting he has flawless reviews. I see where you are coming from but this comment was by no means directed to get someone to come subscribe to my channel, just a compliment! :)
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8:50 The 2019 ES 350 will be the first to employ Apple Car play and Amazon Alexa. No word on Android Auto still. The UX will be outfitted like the new ES.
You do realize that the hybrid also runs on gasoline, right? I find it terrifying that so many people are still climate change deniers in 2019. Sure V8's sound great, but we all need to start being more responsible and balancing fuel efficiency with performance.
@@Monkeyseemonkey79 if you think driving a fuel efficient car is gonna save the planet you are one delusional little materialistic consumer. Just a way to make yourself feel good about buying stuff. Get a used 98 toyota corolla if you really care about environment.
@@harveymorgan1749 yep. Don’t fly anywhere. Don’t wear anything. Don’t eat anything from restaurants or from grocery store. All goods are transported by trucks.
Congrats to toyota, right? They make everything from the most efficient gas powered vehicle on the road, to the sexiest performance coupe money can buy and the world's most reliable vehicle, the land cruiser, in the middle. And the history of the LFA, and the future hypercar, toyota is in it's own league.
lol wtf are you even talking about tard? just endless rambling because you can't beat the reliability and quality of Toyota products, and you can rag on me all you want from driving the same car forever. leaves me wayyyyyy more money for other things. repairing my car every day isn't something I want to do unlike you. bet you are cheaping out in many other ways to keep your POS running. how does them ramen noodles taste? I'm not broke, im smart, unlike you
NO_EYES_ON_ME I saw one last year in the autumn shimmer on the road. My goodness what a gorgeous car ! this particular car looks gorgeous in any color you put on it!
Great review, as always, Sofyan! The LC500h is such a unique vehicle. The exterior is sleek and headturning, while the interior is luxurious with a sporty alter ego. Not to mention, the LC500h's powertrain uniqueness. Overall, Lexus' flagship coupe is a very impressive vehicle. The infotainment system seems a bit overwhelming at first, but I am sure that owners would get used to it overtime. From one enthusiast to another, keep it up! 👍🏽
Sofyan! Every Lexus review you state there isn't engine start from the keys, but there has been key start on every Lexus since ~2015. So long as the Lexus Remote app is set up it will activate the keys (Sounds odd, I know). But on the keys you just press lock three times in a row, then hold down on the third time to start the car.
Many thanks for the review. Great that it was after the V8 and still very positive. For me (in the UK) it would have to be the hybrid given the $7.70/gallon cost of fuel.
Toyota & Lexus hybrids do not have CVT's, they have eCVT's - they are dramatically different and it's worth stressing that fact. Toyota eCVT's are much more simple and robust than conventional CVTs; there is no dainty belt. They're essentially a differential, with a large electric motor one one input, and the gas engine with a smaller electric motor on the other input. Simple and awesome.
With gas at more than $5/gallon here in CA, I'll save quite a bit of money on trips that include rush hour traffic that pummels the gas-only version of LC.
I got admit I am not a Lexus fan, but I saw the LC500H driving yesterday and thought it looked very nice. But for the lack luster performance for the price, I can't see paying that much for it. Great looking car. Too much for too little though. Good review.
I'm torn between the v8 and hybrid model. Could somebody please educate me money wise on how big of a difference the engines would be when it comes to fuel. Where I live its roughly $1.70 (canadian) for premium gas and I drive anywhere from 100 to 200 km a week. I love daily driving and would want to enjoy the car if I bought it. Thanks in advance for anyone who replies!!! : )
the difference in fuel expenditure is considerate given the factors you've listed; theyre both identical in terms of acceleration and i'd say the only noticeable difference is the noise each makes, that and of course the gas mileage too
Skip 60% of the video to 15:00 for the drive. The 2GR sounds great with an aftermarket exhaust. This car with a decent exhaust would still sound great. If you want a V8 hybrid, get a used LS600H and get an aftermarket exhaust.
Nobody was shocked when Lexus launched lc,Lexus all vehicles are stunning and beautiful.Sofyan please do a review on Lexus lx 570 2019,I want your thoughts on it.
Camera noise here is really distracting. Also, in general for all reviews, I'd like to trade info on the glove box with for braking performance as it is exponentially more used vs the g box. Love the everything else! Thanks
If Lexus offered the LC500 with the v10 that was in the LFA I'm sure LC500 sales would be higher then now. Also instead of the 3.5 liter v6 for the LC500h I think they should switch to the 3.3 liter twin turbo v6 that's in the Genesis G70 😉 for the 5.0 version I think they should make a supercharged or a twin turbo charged street legal race version of the LC500 V8. Who agrees with everything or almost everything I just said?! 😁
The transmission holds it back, whats the point of decking it out. At least the LFA has the amazing sound to justify it but i have no idea why they cant get a dual clutch in there
Every Lexus is like that, you only know it has got ev charge after you start pedalling the gas. If there's no charge it will charge after a few minutes. Nothing bad
The main reason to get this over the V8? Cruising range Over 600 miles combined! So if you want to drive from Miami to Washington on 1 fillup, this is your beast Basically you get a choice. Sex from the V8 or brains from the Hybrid
I notice reviews of the LC500h have been reemerging. I guess Lexus is trying to push it once again to do damage control for the fuel pump recall debacle of the V8 model.
I think the You should consider the other power train the “gasoline only” models and the hybrid is the gasoline and electric. Regardless great review, very cool car. I was very much feeling the same before I saw the video that I b thought the car would be boring and slow compared to the V8 LC. But seeing how quick it accelerates and that very interesting combo of a CVT and a 4 speed auto to make a simulated 10 speed. I’m assuming the CVT more acts as a transfer case would, where it has like a high range and low range, or maybe it has a low range, mid range and high range. Where it uses the 1-4th then goes back to like the 2nd or 3rd gear but the CVT ups the ratio to taller final drive so hay 2nd turns into 5th, 3rd into 6th etc so on and so forth. But I’m assuming with the CVT that you could make infinite gears with that 4 speed. You could literally make it a 16 speed simulated gearbox with that setup if it were programmed for it. Very cool idea and good execution by Lexus. Impressive car and I’m extremely surprised by how it’s a “fun” hybrid! Thanks again Sofyan!
I have to congratulate you Sofyan, not just for the great review, but for opening my perspective (a bit) about the hybrid! I had totally dismissed it facing the V8 model. However I do maintain, at this price point, the hybrid is still pretty pointless... spend 100k for this because it gets better mpg!? Lol. I guess you're right Sofyan, they will have to give us a plug-in hybrid, that may be more worthwhile!
Compared to the V8, the hybrid has way less power, weighs more, comes with the same equipment you can get on the gas model, has an inferior transmission, and it costs more to get it...but you get an extra 5-7mpg from combined driving. The hell is the point of getting the hybrid version again?
The cars he receives are dedicated as press cars and go in a cycle around the districts automotive journalist, not necessarily from a dealership, they are from the actual company. :) Sorry I know I’m not Sofyan just thought I would help!
For some odd reason this auto reviewer and most others have decided to use the word "noise" instead of the word "sound" to describe the exhaust and propulsion sounds made by various vehicles. Noise and sound have different meanings based on individual preference.
Don't like the ext/int color don't like the smaller wheels, that being said I was waiting for you to test the most complex gearbox in the world, so I will proceed to watch the video now.
Spain. Cars rated: “0 emissions”, “eco”, “C” and “B”. If you have a C or a B, and there are restrictions in any city due to the pollution, you might rather taking a train. Tell me, what marks do you think the V8 would get? (Not eco, thats for sure). “Hey, but it sounds good”, fuck yes it does, but why would sound matter if you wont be able to drive it at any restricted areas, which, usually and coincidentally, are the ones with the most population?
Well if you live in Europe or Japan, where gas is twice as expensive as in US (5-6 $ a gallon) then it starts to make sense. But as you said, the hybrid version is not aimed at US market.
I can never understand why people get a black on black interior when a car has nice flowing and classy design features. It hides all the detail. That being said, I am not nuts about the dashboard design in this car. It is nice that it doesn't have a tablet looking display in the center dash. It seems to be the rage but looks stupid.
Evin Herzberg don't see 20 year old Japanese cars? You must be living under a rock. Toyotas 30+/- years old are on the road everywhere. You don't see old German cars on the roads other than some Benz's. German cars live more at the shop than on the road or in the garage.
I saw one of these parked at the beach and it looked stunning. It was a beautiful deep red and the paint finish was very reflective
Very beautiful car. Better than all the compentitors 🔥🔥
The heated seats will adjust itself along with the air conditioning. They change temperature when you change air temperature.
The best looking hybrid to hold a luxury badge😍 I would still personally get that screaming N/A V8! Flawless Review, Sofyan! Even though all of the reviews are always 5/5 stars!
Trying to steal potential viewers to your channel ... lol.
Kool Acclaimed™ I am commenting on Sofyan’s channel, about his channel not my own. I’m not advertising my own just by commenting he has flawless reviews. I see where you are coming from but this comment was by no means directed to get someone to come subscribe to my channel, just a compliment! :)
It's okay. I understand you are complimenting him and wanting some viewers. Just kidding. ;-)
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You're welcome. I figured you were "underhandedly" promoted your channel for viewers.
I want buy this car so I can put people I don't like in the back seat
Riceman why would you put people you don’t like in this car? 🤔 da
Riceman he’s use that line several times already in other vids, its kinda cringy now lol
Riceman The 911 would be a better choice. The back seat does not even fit little kids.
Riceman hi le le le rice man I love you
Me too.
8:50 The 2019 ES 350 will be the first to employ Apple Car play and Amazon Alexa. No word on Android Auto still. The UX will be outfitted like the new ES.
I'll stick with the gasoline model just because that sound is phenomenal. Theres nothing like the sound of a naturally aspirated v8. 😏😏😏
I would too if it werent for the local tax system and the fact that hybrid allows me to go around it :p
You do realize that the hybrid also runs on gasoline, right? I find it terrifying that so many people are still climate change deniers in 2019. Sure V8's sound great, but we all need to start being more responsible and balancing fuel efficiency with performance.
@@Monkeyseemonkey79 if you think driving a fuel efficient car is gonna save the planet you are one delusional little materialistic consumer. Just a way to make yourself feel good about buying stuff. Get a used 98 toyota corolla if you really care about environment.
LFA: Hold my V10
@@harveymorgan1749 yep. Don’t fly anywhere. Don’t wear anything. Don’t eat anything from restaurants or from grocery store. All goods are transported by trucks.
Congrats to toyota, right? They make everything from the most efficient gas powered vehicle on the road, to the sexiest performance coupe money can buy and the world's most reliable vehicle, the land cruiser, in the middle. And the history of the LFA, and the future hypercar, toyota is in it's own league.
Vin Li lol fucking salty loser
lol wtf are you even talking about tard? just endless rambling because you can't beat the reliability and quality of Toyota products, and you can rag on me all you want from driving the same car forever. leaves me wayyyyyy more money for other things. repairing my car every day isn't something I want to do unlike you. bet you are cheaping out in many other ways to keep your POS running. how does them ramen noodles taste? I'm not broke, im smart, unlike you
Lexus doesn't offer a manual. Other than the LFA what other interesting cars do they got? None!
One Man On Fire my 97 lexus es300 has a manual as well as other modern models
One Man On Fire GSF, ISF, RCF, Stick IS and ES models of olde, GX, LX,
LS, LC.
This is the best looking car period right now. I saw one finally in real life and it blew me away.
NO_EYES_ON_ME I saw one last year in the autumn shimmer on the road. My goodness what a gorgeous car ! this particular car looks gorgeous in any color you put on it!
Great review, as always, Sofyan! The LC500h is such a unique vehicle. The exterior is sleek and headturning, while the interior is luxurious with a sporty alter ego. Not to mention, the LC500h's powertrain uniqueness. Overall, Lexus' flagship coupe is a very impressive vehicle. The infotainment system seems a bit overwhelming at first, but I am sure that owners would get used to it overtime. From one enthusiast to another, keep it up! 👍🏽
Great car.
Personally I would get the 5.0 N.A v8 that thing sounds insane
Plus the v8 is 120 more hp with real 10 speed transmission, for less money
The downshift sound of the V8 man... Pornographic.
Vin Li This is Lexus. Who gives a fuck about the Corvette. Get outta here with your bullshit.
this car looks stunning in person !
This is pretty sweet, best compromise between gas and electric. Convertible is coming video just dropped. Looks awesome!
The way his mic kept rubbing against his shirt and sweater and making those noises killed me😂🤚🏾
Sofyan! Every Lexus review you state there isn't engine start from the keys, but there has been key start on every Lexus since ~2015. So long as the Lexus Remote app is set up it will activate the keys (Sounds odd, I know). But on the keys you just press lock three times in a row, then hold down on the third time to start the car.
Each of your reviews are getting better than the last, keep the vids coming we enjoy them!
The car is a sleek design yet seems fun to drive for hybrid too a nice shade of classic red will do
First time I've watched this channel, great presenting, very likeable guy, informative and no bullish!t....perfect!
I actually think the black interior is pretty cool
Many thanks for the review. Great that it was after the V8 and still very positive. For me (in the UK) it would have to be the hybrid given the $7.70/gallon cost of fuel.
Toyota & Lexus hybrids do not have CVT's, they have eCVT's - they are dramatically different and it's worth stressing that fact. Toyota eCVT's are much more simple and robust than conventional CVTs; there is no dainty belt. They're essentially a differential, with a large electric motor one one input, and the gas engine with a smaller electric motor on the other input. Simple and awesome.
THIS! If I had a dollar every time I corrected someone about the eCVT, I could buy this Lexus LC 500h...
The static at the beginning is horrible.
wind catching the mic
So dramatic.
@@stufoo yup they might want to use a small muff on the mic. Makes it so much better
I thought it was wind
Those wheels...oh my are they gorgeous
Haha what are you trying to insinuate there Sofyan at 22:28...I saw that smirk!
With gas at more than $5/gallon here in CA, I'll save quite a bit of money on trips that include rush hour traffic that pummels the gas-only version of LC.
I think it's not a car you drive, but a jewel you wear.
The back seat is like the back seat of a Lotus. It was installed for insurance reasons only. (keeps the rate lower)
Huge 180° shift of emotions when you hit the throttle!
“The only thing that gives it away as a hybrid is the blue lexus badge”
yeah and maybe the hybrid badges on the side skirts might give it away too?
On acceleration it almost sounds like a twin turbo! Interesting! Although I prefer the V8 exhaust, it’s still a gorgeous car in either form!
What is the life expectancy of the hybrid motor. If it goes, can the car be functional
Assembling quality is top notch!
I got admit I am not a Lexus fan, but I saw the LC500H driving yesterday and thought it looked very nice. But for the lack luster performance for the price, I can't see paying that much for it. Great looking car. Too much for too little though. Good review.
I'm torn between the v8 and hybrid model. Could somebody please educate me money wise on how big of a difference the engines would be when it comes to fuel. Where I live its roughly $1.70 (canadian) for premium gas and I drive anywhere from 100 to 200 km a week. I love daily driving and would want to enjoy the car if I bought it. Thanks in advance for anyone who replies!!! : )
the difference in fuel expenditure is considerate given the factors you've listed; theyre both identical in terms of acceleration and i'd say the only noticeable difference is the noise each makes, that and of course the gas mileage too
There is no Brembo's?
The LC500 is my current dream car. Do you think Lexus will come out with an F model for the LC, Sofyen? (Sorry if I got your name wrong!)
realAdolfHitler to lexus trademarked the LCF a little while ago so it should be coming
[Content Deleted] they're testing rn
Skip 60% of the video to 15:00 for the drive.
The 2GR sounds great with an aftermarket exhaust. This car with a decent exhaust would still sound great. If you want a V8 hybrid, get a used LS600H and get an aftermarket exhaust.
So beautiful looking! I would love to drive this car!
Is it me or is the audio a bit messed up
We still don't have any LC's at our dealership! We sold them all :( When we get one, I'll see if they'll let me review it!
Just what I've been waiting for
@21:35 I accidentally spin the wheels and on a rav4 prime. Didn't realize it had more power than the regular rav4 hybrid.
Great looking and sounding car.
Nobody was shocked when Lexus launched lc,Lexus all vehicles are stunning and beautiful.Sofyan please do a review on Lexus lx 570 2019,I want your thoughts on it.
Spindle grill looks awesome on all their vehicles
Does the hybrid have an exclusive interior in blue & white?
Is this hybrid v6 is more expensive than the v8 when it come in car maintenance?
Camera noise here is really distracting. Also, in general for all reviews, I'd like to trade info on the glove box with for braking performance as it is exponentially more used vs the g box. Love the everything else! Thanks
This car is my Dream!
Which do you like better the Acura NSX or the Lexus LC500. I like the NSX better but the Lexus is nice.
I want to buy one for my wife to commute in so i can drive it on the weekends when she isn't looking
HBY 😘
Can they make this as a fully electric car?
If Lexus offered the LC500 with the v10 that was in the LFA I'm sure LC500 sales would be higher then now. Also instead of the 3.5 liter v6 for the LC500h I think they should switch to the 3.3 liter twin turbo v6 that's in the Genesis G70 😉 for the 5.0 version I think they should make a supercharged or a twin turbo charged street legal race version of the LC500 V8. Who agrees with everything or almost everything I just said?! 😁
The transmission holds it back, whats the point of decking it out. At least the LFA has the amazing sound to justify it but i have no idea why they cant get a dual clutch in there
Any comment on the durability of the turbo or engine .? Heard the turbo doesn’t hold !
If I have to ask you how is the best car between lexus lc 500H or Nsx From Honda ...and why ??? .
Im curious on your opinion on the current is 350 before the next generation comes out
Dude sounds like he's in a wind tunnel.
Testing a hybrid without a charge in the battery?,
You can't charge the Lexus LC500h from the outside. (Or most of the other Lexus/Toyota Hybrids)
Every Lexus is like that, you only know it has got ev charge after you start pedalling the gas. If there's no charge it will charge after a few minutes. Nothing bad
That black interior is horrifically drab. Even though it's the base option they should really have added some kind of contrast.
Looks like a good car.
Looks like a collaborated design from both the new Toyota Supra and the Lexus LFA. Especially from the back.
The new Acura RDX’s touch interface is wonderful
Great Review RR.
I would drive this everyday!
Thanks Sofyan your reviews are always enjoyable to watch. Great job!
Damn twin turbo V8 LC is comin? 🔥
You can't rev it in Neutral?
Did You film this couple months ago??
When can you get your hands on the audi rs5?
The main reason to get this over the V8? Cruising range
Over 600 miles combined! So if you want to drive from Miami to Washington on 1 fillup, this is your beast
Basically you get a choice. Sex from the V8 or brains from the Hybrid
The V8 has it. Hands down.
I notice reviews of the LC500h have been reemerging. I guess Lexus is trying to push it once again to do damage control for the fuel pump recall debacle of the V8 model.
Haven't heard anything about a fuel pump recall us that just in the USA ?
I love everything about this car except where the end of the hood hits the windshield. It just looks funny to me, especially from this angle at 3:48
I think the You should consider the other power train the “gasoline only” models and the hybrid is the gasoline and electric. Regardless great review, very cool car. I was very much feeling the same before I saw the video that I b
thought the car would be boring and slow compared to the V8 LC. But seeing how quick it accelerates and that very interesting combo of a CVT and a 4 speed auto to make a simulated 10 speed. I’m assuming the CVT more acts as a transfer case would, where it has like a high range and low range, or maybe it has a low range, mid range and high range. Where it uses the 1-4th then goes back to like the 2nd or 3rd gear but the CVT ups the ratio to taller final drive so hay 2nd turns into 5th, 3rd into 6th etc so on and so forth. But I’m assuming with the CVT that you could make infinite gears with that 4 speed. You could literally make it a 16 speed simulated gearbox with that setup if it were programmed for it. Very cool idea and good execution by Lexus. Impressive car and I’m extremely surprised by how it’s a “fun” hybrid! Thanks again Sofyan!
I have to congratulate you Sofyan, not just for the great review, but for opening my perspective (a bit) about the hybrid! I had totally dismissed it facing the V8 model.
However I do maintain, at this price point, the hybrid is still pretty pointless... spend 100k for this because it gets better mpg!? Lol.
I guess you're right Sofyan, they will have to give us a plug-in hybrid, that may be more worthwhile!
"It's a relatively quiet car. actually it's a really quiet car. Considering there's no noise" 😂
Compared to the V8, the hybrid has way less power, weighs more, comes with the same equipment you can get on the gas model, has an inferior transmission, and it costs more to get it...but you get an extra 5-7mpg from combined driving.
The hell is the point of getting the hybrid version again?
the h version gets 11 more city and 10 more highway. how the hell is that not alot to you?
Hi redline I have a question do you have delerships deliver the cars to your house or do you drive them to your house
The cars he receives are dedicated as press cars and go in a cycle around the districts automotive journalist, not necessarily from a dealership, they are from the actual company. :) Sorry I know I’m not Sofyan just thought I would help!
That's fine I was just curious
A 4 speed auto with a CVT? So, does it act like the launch gear in the new Corolla Hatchback?
simulated gears.
I don't know why anyone would option the interior in black. Doesn't do the design justice
This is my future car 🤩
This car looks much better In other colors then black
For some odd reason this auto reviewer and most others have decided to use the word "noise" instead of the word "sound" to describe the exhaust and propulsion sounds made by various vehicles.
Noise and sound have different meanings based on individual preference.
No one who’s buying this car is worried about the gas cost. It’s an environmental statement.
Stop saying “save gas money”
Totally missing the point
Maybe they should make a four door version of it... ??
Don't like the ext/int color don't like the smaller wheels, that being said I was waiting for you to test the most complex gearbox in the world, so I will proceed to watch the video now.
Nice looking car. Good job !
Tough choice between this and the BMW i8 with it's butterfly doors, futuristic looks, and how much they have depreciated now.
Nobody is buying the hybrid instead of the v8 because they can’t afford gas, they’re buying it to be more eco-friendly.
I'm buying this car this year in flare yellow when i hit the lottery no cap
There's way too much excess and background audio throughout this video.
Are you sure those sounds don't come from the speakers?
:)))
Yeah, if you can afford this car you won't need to save money on an extra 11 MPG... There's NO REASON to ever get this over the V8.
HUGE JACKMAN that’s exactly what i said, 100k car with a hybrid option is more like a cool concept.
Unless you’re concerned with the environment.
Brad Leonard Or want to buy it in 3-4 years to save depreciation, and the hybrid is way cheaper because no1 wants it
Spain. Cars rated: “0 emissions”, “eco”, “C” and “B”. If you have a C or a B, and there are restrictions in any city due to the pollution, you might rather taking a train. Tell me, what marks do you think the V8 would get? (Not eco, thats for sure). “Hey, but it sounds good”, fuck yes it does, but why would sound matter if you wont be able to drive it at any restricted areas, which, usually and coincidentally, are the ones with the most population?
Well if you live in Europe or Japan, where gas is twice as expensive as in US (5-6 $ a gallon) then it starts to make sense. But as you said, the hybrid version is not aimed at US market.
We need to get a go fund me page for a better microphone for this guy!
If I'm Lexus, I would just pull off a V8 hybrid for the LC-F
I can never understand why people get a black on black interior when a car has nice flowing and classy design features. It hides all the detail. That being said, I am not nuts about the dashboard design in this car. It is nice that it doesn't have a tablet looking display in the center dash. It seems to be the rage but looks stupid.
The naturally aspirated V8 sounds a hundred million times better
When your tired of the boring german luxury coupes.
Toyota4Life when youre tired of German go cheap and slow and buy a Lexus?
who cares about same bland styling of German vehicles. they are dead
Evin Herzberg nothing screams you have a small pecker as louder as Driving a BMW or Mercedes
Evin Herzberg cheap? Are you blind ? This car is better built then all the Germany coupes. Last time I checked 4.4 seconds to 60 is not slow.
Evin Herzberg don't see 20 year old Japanese cars? You must be living under a rock. Toyotas 30+/- years old are on the road everywhere. You don't see old German cars on the roads other than some Benz's. German cars live more at the shop than on the road or in the garage.
Amazing car, but this exterior and interior color cannot be more boring.
what colors would u pick?
Is this electric car