Above Average Reliability
2018 Lexus LC Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Known Issues — 2018 Lexus LC
MINOR
3.5L 2UR-GSE V8 (LC500) minor oil consumption at high mileage
MINOR
Multi-Link Stabilizer System (MLSS) bushings wearing on track use
MINOR
Carbon roof panel paint micro-cracking on some 2018-2019 units
MINOR
Infotainment Remote Touch Interface less accurate at speed
MINOR
Rear visibility extremely limited — check for camera functionality
MODERATE
LC500h hybrid battery — check SoH on higher-mileage units
What to Inspect
- Oil consumption check on V8 (LC500)
- Hybrid battery SoH on LC500h
- Roof carbon fiber paint condition on 2018-2019
- Multi-Link rear suspension for wear and noise
- Rear camera system function
- Scan for all stored fault codes
Maintenance costs to expect
| Service | Interval | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Oil change (synthetic) | every 10,000 miles | $150-$250 |
| Transmission fluid service (10AT) | every 60,000-100,000 miles | $300-$500 |
| Spark plugs (iridium) | every 90,000-120,000 miles | $300-$500 |
| Brake fluid flush | every 2 years | $120-$200 |
| Air filter | every 30,000 miles | $50-$100 |
| Coolant flush | every 100,000 miles | $200-$300 |
| Hybrid transaxle fluid (500h) | every 100,000 miles | $250-$400 |
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