Lexus: This is what the LC 500 offers as a convertible
COMFORT AND FUN Exclusivity and understatement are qualities and virtues that fit very well in Switzerland. The Lexus LC 500 convertible embodies these like few cars. AutoSprintCH went on a test drive. Starting at a base price of 139,000 Swiss francs - test car price with the extras metallic paint, interior upgrade and sports package 146,200 Swiss francs - Mr [...]
Starting at a base price of 139,000 francs - test car price with the extras metallic paint, interior upgrade and sports package 146,200 francs - Mr. and Mrs. Swiss belong to the illustrious circle of about 50 owners of a new Lexus LC sold per year.
Compared to its neighboring countries, Switzerland is thus far ahead in the registration statistics.
Noise cancellation through special loudspeaker
The LC is now also available as a convertible. The luxury Asian manufacturer deliberately dispenses with the hybrid version and only allows the 464-hp five-liter eight-cylinder engine with ten-speed automatic transmission to roll off the production line. Enough power across the entire rev range for the two-tonner.
Both the chassis and the engine are born with the comfort gene. The active noise cancellation from specially developed speakers in the headrests soak up all unwanted noise, and the result is a pleasant, deep, rich sound that is addictive.
Convertible purists will scorn and ridicule the Lexus: Within 15 seconds, the fabric roof has elegantly departed from under the cover, and there is virtually no wind. Mr. and Mrs. Swiss enjoy themselves and do not glide along blown away by the wind. This is how summer and sun are fun.
