2022 Lexus RC
RC 350 RWD
What the RC 350 adds over the RC 300
| Spec | RC 300 | RC 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3737 lbs | 3748 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4ST) | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4S) |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 311 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L Turbo in-Line 4 Cylinder | 3.5L V6 |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4820 lbs | 4828 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 30 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Tire size | 235/45 R18 | 235/40 R19 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 19 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS), DOHC 24 valve with VVT-iW (intake) and VVT-l (exhaust), 3.5 liter, 260 hp @ 6,600 rpm (AWD) / 311 hp @ 6,600 rpm (RWD/AWD)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | Four-wheel power-assisted ventilated discs |
| Rear brake type | Four-wheel power-assisted ventilated discs |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 82 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 54.9 in |
| Overall length | 185 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3456 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4S) |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L V6 |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 311 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 37.8 in |
| Third-row headroom | 34.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 45.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 27.3 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 54.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 50.8 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent, double wishbone type with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Independent, multilink with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/40 R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3748 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4828 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety2 std · 0 opt
- Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
- Four-wheel power-assisted ventilated discs, with Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
Infotainment1 std · 0 opt
- Eight-speed Sport Direct-shift automatic with paddle shift and manual mode
Exterior4 std · 1 opt
- 18-in Split-5-Spoke Alloy Wheels with 235/45 R18 All Season Tires (Standard Wheels and Tires)
- 19-in Split-5-Spoke Alloy Wheels with 235/40 R19 Summer or All Season Tires (F SPORT Standard)
- Coefficient of Drag (Cd): .31 (300 RWD/350 RWD), .32 (300 AWD/350 AWD)
- 19-in Split 10-spoke alloy wheels with 235/40 R19 (front) and 265/35 R19 (rear) Summer Tires (Optional) optional
- Spare Tire/Wheel Standard
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- 0-60 mph Acceleration (mfg. est.): 7.3 sec (300 RWD), 6.3 sec (300 AWD), 5.8 sec (350 RWD), 6 sec (350 AWD)
- 3.5L V6 (2GR-FKS), DOHC 24 valve with VVT-iW (intake) and VVT-l (exhaust), 3.5 liter, 260 hp @ 6,600 rpm (AWD) / 311 hp @ 6,600 rpm (RWD/AWD)
- Eight-speed Sport Direct-shift automatic (AA81E)
- Eight-speed Sport Direct-shift automatic / 6-speed Electronically Controlled automatic transmission
- Lexus Estimated Fuel Economy (City/Hwy/Combined): 21/30/24 mpg (300 RWD), 18/24/21 mpg (300 AWD), 20/28/23 mpg (350 RWD), 18/24/21 mpg (350 AWD)
- Top Track Speed: 143 mph (300 RWD/350 RWD), 130 mph (300 AWD/350 AWD)
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Electronic Power Steering (EPS) System, 2.8 turns lock to lock
- Independent, double wishbone type with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar (Front Suspension)
- Independent, multilink with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar (Rear Suspension)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 RC. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the RC 350
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Lexus RC RC 350 add over the RC 300?
Against the RC 300, 1 feature becomes standard that the RC 300 does not and 15 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.