Lexus LC Hokkaido special lands

Lexus has produced a new limited-run Hokkaido Edition of its 2022 Lexus LC sports car for Europe that takes inspiration from Japan's most northern island.

Just 80 examples of the special-edition will be produced, made up of 40 LC coupes and 40 convertibles.

Famed for its volcanoes, Hokkaido is the location for much of the Japanese car-maker's cold-weather testing as well as the Lexus Shibetsu proving ground, where the Lexus LFA supercar was developed.

Available in Flare Red, Sonic Platinum, F White or Graphite, all LC Hokkaido models come with 21-inch wheels and an exclusive black grille.

LED headlights and afterburner-style tail-lights are also present, while the convertible can be specified with either a bright red or black fabric roof.

Inside, the cabin is said to be volcano-themed, with black leather combined with a dark rose-coloured transmission tunnel, driver console and driver's door card.

The passenger side of the cabin, meanwhile, has a darker, moodier black finish that is claimed to be "more calming" .

Under the bonnet the Lexus LC Hokkaido Edition is available with either the 351kW/540Nm naturally-aspirated 5.0-litre V8 or the 264kW/350Nm 3.5-litre V6 petrol-electric hybrid.

On sale in Europe from April 2022, there's no word yet on pricing, nor if the special might be offered in the Australian market.

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