2023 Lexus RC
RC F RWD
What the RC F adds over the RC 300
| Spec | RC 300 | RC F |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.4 cu-ft | 10.1 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3737 lbs | 3946 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 1998 cc | 4969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI, D-4ST) | gdi mpi |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 472 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 395 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L Turbo in-Line 4 Cylinder | V8, 90-degree with aluminum block and cylinder heads |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.5 gal | 17.4 gal |
| Front headroom | 37.8 in | 36.5 in |
| Third-row headroom | 34.8 in | 34.6 in |
| MPG (city) | 21 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 30 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Overall height | 54.9 in | 54.7 in |
| Overall length | 185 in | 185.4 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in | 72.6 in |
| Front shoulder room | 54.7 in | 50.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 50.8 in | 46.1 in |
| Steering type | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) | Electric Power Steering (EPS): Vehicle speed-sensing coaxial rack and pinion, F sport mode adjustable |
| Front suspension type | Independent, double wishbone with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS); Double wishbone with high-mount upper arms, high-rate coil springs w/ bound stopper, Hitachi shocks, large-diameter hollow stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Independent, multilink with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS); Multilink with low-mount upper arms, high-rate coil springs w/ bound stopper, Hitachi shocks, large-diameter stabilizer bar |
| Tire size | 235/45R18 | 255/35R19 front / 275/35R19 rear |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 19 x 9 in. front / 19 x 10 in. rear forged aluminum wheels (BBS® manufactured for Lexus), Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), Brembo® front and rear disc brakes (manufactured for Lexus) with six-piston front / four-piston rear opposed aluminum calipers, D-4S direct-to-cylinder injection with secondary port injectors, Electronic limited-slip differential (e-LSD), TORSEN® Limited-Slip rear differential, Tire inflation kit (in lieu of spare), V8, 90-degree with aluminum block and cylinder heads (5.0L 2UR-GSE)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 381 mm |
| Front brake type | 15.0-in. ventilated rotors with six-piston opposed aluminum calipers (Brembo manufactured for Lexus) |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | 13.6-in. ventilated rotors with four-piston opposed aluminum calipers (Brembo manufactured for Lexus) |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 10.1 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 79.4 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.1 in |
| Overall height | 54.7 in |
| Overall length | 185.4 in |
| Overall width | 72.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 4969 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | V8, 90-degree with aluminum block and cylinder heads |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 472 hp |
| Torque | 395 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 16 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 36.5 in |
| Third-row headroom | 34.6 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 45.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 27.3 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 50.7 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 46.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS): Vehicle speed-sensing coaxial rack and pinion, F sport mode adjustable |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS); Double wishbone with high-mount upper arms, high-rate coil springs w/ bound stopper, Hitachi shocks, large-diameter hollow stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS); Multilink with low-mount upper arms, high-rate coil springs w/ bound stopper, Hitachi shocks, large-diameter stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 255/35R19 front / 275/35R19 rear |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 2.9 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3946 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged aluminum (BBS manufactured for Lexus) |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety6 std · 0 opt
- Rear-view camera with dynamic gridlines
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brembo® front and rear disc brakes (manufactured for Lexus) with six-piston front / four-piston rear opposed aluminum calipers
- Four-wheel power-assisted disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
- Traction Control (TRAC)
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
Infotainment1 std · 0 opt
- Paddle shift
Convenience1 std · 0 opt
- Push-button start with Smart Key system
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Integrated Memory System (IMS) for driver's seat and outside mirrors
- 2-way power lumbar support (driver)
- 8-way power adjustable front passenger's seat
- Leather-trimmed seats
Interior2 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Exterior10 std · 0 opt
- Power tilt/slide moonroof
- Power-folding outside mirrors
- 19 x 9 in. front / 19 x 10 in. rear forged aluminum wheels (BBS® manufactured for Lexus)
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED daytime running lights
- LED rear combination lamps
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Reverse tilt-down outside mirrors
- Tire inflation kit (in lieu of spare)
- Rear window defroster
Powertrain8 std · 0 opt
- 8-speed Sport Direct Shift automatic transmission
- D-4S direct-to-cylinder injection with secondary port injectors
- Drive Mode Select (Eco / Normal / Sport / Sport+)
- Electronic limited-slip differential (e-LSD)
- Front engine, rear-wheel drive
- LEV III – ULEV70 emission certification with OBD
- TORSEN® Limited-Slip rear differential
- V8, 90-degree with aluminum block and cylinder heads (5.0L 2UR-GSE)
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS)
- Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- Independent multilink rear suspension with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 RC. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the RC F
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2023 Lexus RC RC F add over the RC 300?
Against the RC 300, 8 features become standard that the RC 300 does not and 28 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.