The Lexus LC500 Convertible makes its global debut in Los Angeles

With a focus on providing the same dynamic and luxurious driving performance for which the flagship LC500 coupe is known, the 2021 Lexus LC500 Convertible makes its global debut at the 2019 Los Angeles International Auto Show.

Expanding the aspirational two-door LC family, the LC500 Convertible offers an additional way to stimulate the senses - with the top down. The exterior of the new LC Convertible stylishly blends the coupe's unique roofline with the character of a convertible, achieving an exquisite profile with the top open or closed.

Drivers of the front engine, rear-wheel drive LC Convertible can expect similar breath-taking performance to the coupe, thanks to the powerful drivetrain combination of the 5.0-litre V8 engine paired with a seamless 10-speed automatic transmission.

The naturally aspirated, direct-injection V8 is rated to produce 470bhp at 7,100rpm and 540Nm of torque at 4,800 rpm.

The LC Convertible's soft-top design features an innovative folding mechanism that includes a tonneau cover for when it is stored. The design allowed engineers to focus on accentuating the sleek lines of the convertible without significant intrusions to the trunk and cabin space that can come with a heavier, bulkier hard top.

The silhouette of the convertible is also highlighted through a few key changes. At the rear, the trunk is accentuated with a 'kicked up' design that lifts its profile slightly, while the surface of the spoiler is laterally broadened to emphasise the low and wide stance of the car.

The centre brake light is also now integrated into the trunk lid, unlike the coupe where it rests on the top of the rear windshield.

The roof can be opened or closed at speeds up to 50km/h, while an animated display on the instrumentation panel shows the top's progress. One of the most impressive aspects is the time it takes - approximately 15 seconds to open and approximately 16 seconds to close.

The new 2021 LC Convertible will come standard with Lexus Safety System+, which includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Lane Keep Assist, All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control and Intelligent High Beams. Also, like the LC500 coupe, the Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert comes as standard.