History/Overview
Lexus introduced the RC in 2015 as a coupe companion to the IS compact sedan. It ostensible replaces the brand’s previous entry-level two-door model, the IS C convertible, whose folding hardtop attempted to emulate a coupe’s cozy interior.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
New for 2022 is standard blind spot monitoring, which was optional in last year’s model.
Available Trims
Lexus offers its compact coupe as the RC 300 and RC 350, both of which use a 3.5L V6 engine tuned for different levels of performance. A six-speed automatic transmission and AWD are standard with both.
Standard Features
The RC 300 comes with a 10-speaker stereo, a 7.0-inch infotainment display, passive keyless entry, heated/ventilated/power-adjustable front seats, NuLuxe upholstery, dual-zone A/C, and a heated steering wheel with power adjustments. You also get auto-dimming mirrors, auto-levelling LED headlights, a sunroof, and 19-inch wheels.
Safety features include blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane departure alert with steering assist, forward collision mitigation, automatic high beams, and radar cruise control.
RC 350 adds a 17-speaker sound system, a 10.3-inch display, navigation, adaptive variable suspension, active sound control, parking assist, and full digital gauges.
Key Options
The RC 300 offers an F Sport 2 package of upgraded headlights, adaptive suspension, active sound control, a 10.3-inch infotainment screen, full digital gauges, and F Sport wheels.
Fuel Economy
Lexus’s fuel consumption estimates for the RC 300 and RC 350 are 12.2/9.0 L/100 km (city/highway).
Competition
The Lexus RC competes for compact coupe buyers with the BMW 4 Series, Audi A5, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Infiniti Q60.
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