Lexus RC (XC10) Coupe (2014-2018)

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Product Overview

Lexus RC (chassis code XC10) is a compact executive coupe in production from 2014 to 2018, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of inline-4, V6, and V8 engines that displaced 2.0 to 5.0 liters.
Combining elements of the Lexus GS and IS, the RC has a very sporty exterior design. While many have doubts about the spindle grille, this fascia fits the RC exceptionally well. As usual, the RC is available with a range of highly reliable engines, the most attractive among which is the 2UR-GSE in the RC F.
Lexus has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Lexus RC comes with double-wishbone at the front and multi-link at the rear. Combined with RWD, this setup provides one of the best handling characteristics and tuning capabilities. Another plus is the small 10.4m (34.1ft) turning circle.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 88% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Superb, sexy exterior styling
  • Great engine reliability
  • Good 0.28 drag coefficient
  • Small turning circle
Cons
  • Low cargo capacity

What external reviewers found***

External score 51% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Gorgeous interior
  • Lots of fun to drive
Cons
  • Not as fast as the M4
  • Fiddly infotainment system
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Specifications

RC 300 / RC 200tRC 300 AWDRC 350RC F

Capacity

Cargo Capacity294 L / 10.4 cu-ft294 L / 10.4 cu-ft294 L / 10.4 cu-ft286 L / 10.1 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity66.0 L / 17.4 gal
Passengers4
Payload491 kg / 1082 lbs480 kg / 1058 lbs490 kg / 1080 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearMulti-link
Tire Size235/45 R18 94Y, 235/40 R19 96Y, 265/35 R19 94Y235/45 R18 94Y, 235/40 R19 96Y, 265/35 R19 94Y235/45 R18 94Y, 235/40 R19 96Y, 265/35 R19 94Y255/35 ZR19, 275/35 ZR19
Turning Circle10.4 m / 34.1 ft10.6 m / 34.8 ft10.4 m / 34.1 ft10.8 m / 35.4 ft

Construction

Body Style2-door Coupe

Dimensions

Ground Clearance135 mm / 5.3 in135 mm / 5.3 in135 mm / 5.3 in130 mm / 5.1 in
Size | Height1394 mm / 54.9 in1340 mm / 52.8 in1340 mm / 52.8 in1390 mm / 54.7 in
Size | Length4695 mm / 184.8 in4695 mm / 184.8 in4695 mm / 184.8 in4705 mm / 185.2 in
Size | Width1840 mm / 72.4 in | 2070 mm / 81.5 in (mirror unfolded)1840 mm / 72.4 in | 2070 mm / 81.5 in (mirror unfolded)1840 mm / 72.4 in | 2070 mm / 81.5 in (mirror unfolded)1845 mm / 72.6 in | 2070 mm / 81.5 in (mirror unfolded)
Track Width | Front1580.0 mm / 62.2 in1580.0 mm / 62.2 in1580.0 mm / 62.2 in1555.0 mm / 61.2 in
Track Width | Rear1570.0 mm / 61.8 in1570.0 mm / 61.8 in1570.0 mm / 61.8 in1560.0 mm / 61.4 in
Weight1695.0 kg / 3736.8 lbs1765.0 kg / 3891.2 lbs1700.0 kg / 3747.9 lbs1795.0 kg / 3957.3 lbs
Wheel Size8J x 18, 8J x 198J x 18, 8J x 198J x 18, 8J x 199J x 19
Wheelbase2730 mm / 107.5 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h7.5 sec7.5 sec7.5 sec7.5 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph7.1 sec7.1 sec7.1 sec7.1 sec
CO2 Emission166 ~ 168 g/km166 ~ 168 g/km166 ~ 168 g/km166 ~ 168 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.2850.3040.2920.33
Fuel Economy9.4 L/100km / 25.0 MPG (combined) | 10.6 L/100km / 22.2 MPG (urban) | 7.3 L/100km / 32.2 MPG (highway)11.2 L/100km / 21.0 MPG (combined) | 12.3 L/100km / 19.1 MPG (urban) | 9.0 L/100km / 26.1 MPG (highway)10.6 L/100km / 22.2 MPG (combined) | 12.3 L/100km / 19.1 MPG (urban) | 8.4 L/100km / 28.0 MPG (highway)12.3 L/100km / 19.1 MPG (combined) | 14.7 L/100km / 16.0 MPG (urban) | 9.4 L/100km / 25.0 MPG (highway)
Top Speed230.0 km/h / 142.9 mph209.0 km/h / 129.9 mph230.0 km/h / 142.9 mph274.0 km/h / 170.3 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6 W
Engine8AR-FTS2GR-FKS2GR-FKS
Engine | Bore86.1 mm / 3.4 in94.0 mm / 3.7 in94.0 mm / 3.7 in94.0 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.0:111.8:111.8:112.3:1
Engine | Displacement2.0 L / 122.0 cu-in / 1999.0 cc3.5 L / 211.0 cu-in / 3458.0 cc3.5 L / 211.0 cu-in / 3458.0 cc5.0 L / 303.2 cu-in / 4969.0 cc
Engine | Power241.0 hp / 179.7 kW @ 5800 rpm260.0 hp / 193.9 kW @ 6600 rpm311.0 hp / 231.9 kW @ 6600 rpm467.0 hp / 348.2 kW @ 7100 rpm
Engine | Specific Output120.6 hp/L / 2.0 hp/cu-in75.2 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in89.9 hp/L / 1.5 hp/cu-in94.0 hp/L / 1.5 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke86.1 mm / 3.4 in83.0 mm / 3.3 in83.0 mm / 3.3 in89.5 mm / 3.5 in
Engine | Torque350 Nm / 258.1 lb-ft @ 1650-4400 rpm320 Nm / 236.0 lb-ft @ 2000-4800 rpm380 Nm / 280.3 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm527 Nm / 388.7 lb-ft @ 4800-5600 rpm
Engine | TypeTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V6 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V8 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears8-speed6-speed8-speed8-speed
Transmission | TypeAutomatic

Production

Availability2015 ~ 20182015 ~ 20182014 ~ 20182014 ~ 2018

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External Reviews

carmagazine[1]

Reviewer score 51%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The RC F is the first performance car from Lexus since the incredible LFA supercar. It bucks the current turbo trend with a traditional naturally aspirated V8. But has it got the goods to outmuscle BMW's M4? It's based on the RC coupe which US dealers get very soon, but which we won't get in the UK until next year.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Gorgeous interior
  • Lots of fun to drive
Cons
  • Fiddly infotainment system
  • Not as fast as the M4

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References

  1. ^ Lexus RC F (2014) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lexus/lexus-rc-f-2014-review/. 2014-09-05. Retrieved 2022-05-05.

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