Subaru BRZ Premium MT vs Lexus LC 500h

2025 Lexus LC 500h studio car image
Lexus

LC 500h

2025 · Hybrid Coupe

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Lexus LC 500h 4.7 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Power winner Lexus LC 500h 359 hp Runner-up: 228 hp
Cargo winner Lexus LC 500h 197 L Runner-up: 196 L
Price winner Subaru BRZ Premium MT $30,295 Runner-up: $99,550

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT against the 2025 Lexus LC 500h. Both belong to the coupe class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Lexus LC 500h has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.7 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT. 2025 Lexus LC 500h has the higher listed output at 359 hp; 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT is rated at 228 hp, a difference of 131 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Lexus LC 500h at 348 Nm and 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT at 249 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Lexus LC 500h provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 197 litres versus 196 litres, a difference of 1 litres. 2025 Lexus LC 500h is 505 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT has the lower listed starting price at $30,295, compared with $99,550 for 2025 Lexus LC 500h. 2025 Lexus LC 500h leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Subaru BRZ Premium MT2026 Lexus LC 500h2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s4.7 s
Top Speed226 km/h250 km/h
Power228 hp359 hp
Torque249 Nm348 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank50 L82 L
Efficiency8.9 L/100km7.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions203 g/km178 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,265 mm4,770 mm
Ground Clearance130 mm125 mm
Cargo196 L197 L
Curb Weight1,270 kg2,020 kg
Seats44
Turning Circle10.8 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$30,295$99,550

Subaru BRZ Premium MT vs Lexus LC 500h questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2025 Lexus LC 500h is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.7 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2025 Lexus LC 500h has the higher listed top speed at 250 km/h (155 mph), compared with 226 km/h (140 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2025 Lexus LC 500h has more power at 359 hp, a 131 hp advantage over 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2025 Lexus LC 500h has more listed cargo space at 197 litres (7.0 cu ft), versus 196 litres (6.9 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2025 Lexus LC 500h is heavier at 2,020 kg (4,453 lb), while 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT is listed at 1,270 kg (2,800 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $30,295 USD, compared with $99,550 USD for 2025 Lexus LC 500h. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Subaru BRZ Premium MT or the 2025 Lexus LC 500h?

2025 Lexus LC 500h leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.