MPGTerminal
48/100
2023Subcompact CarsPremium

2023 Lexus LC 500h

EPA ID: 46122
26
City MPG
29
Combined MPG
29MPG· Average
33
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2023 Lexus LC 500h achieves an EPA-estimated 29 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 26 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 3.5L 6-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (av-s10), this subcompact cars features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2023 LC 500h produces approximately 304 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this LC 500h performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,400, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $1,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSubcompact Cars
Fuel TypePremium
Engine3.5L 6-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S10)
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions304 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score6/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$2,400
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $1,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

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Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
28.7
Impact vs EPA
+$16
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$601/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$17,500
48.5%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$9,052
25.1%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
25.3%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.1%
Total 5-Year Cost$36,077

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$2,400
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $1,250

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City26 MPG
Highway33 MPG
Combined29 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

60.8 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 75 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 5.1 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.