Lexus LC Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2026 Lexus LC as a Minicompact Cars / Subcompact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2026):
The Lexus LC is classified by the EPA as a Minicompact Cars / Subcompact Cars.
Lexus LC Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2026 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 29 |
| 2025 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2025 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 29 |
| 2024 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2024 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 29 |
| 2023 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2023 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 29 |
| 2022 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2022 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 29 |
| 2021 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Minicompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2021 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 30 |
| 2020 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 30 |
| 2019 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2018 | Auto (AV-S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 30 |
| 2018 | Auto (S10), 8 cyl, 5.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Lexus LC Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Lexus LC?
The EPA classifies the Lexus LC as a Minicompact Cars / Subcompact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Lexus LC considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Minicompact Cars, Subcompact Cars), the Lexus LC is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.