The Lexus RC is ideal if you’re looking for a thrilling performance. Its two rows of seats can accommodate up to four people, which is perfect for a night out with friends or someone special. To help you learn more about the power, speed, and luxury amenities of the 2024 Lexus RC, our team at Lexus of Stevens Creek in San Jose, California, compiled this guide on the trim levels, as well as their performance and key features.
About the Lexus RC
Lexus first introduced the RC trims in 2015, much to the delight of those looking for an affordable luxury two-door coupe. Today, this exhilarating car comes with contemporary features and styling that will appeal to you if you’re a sports car fan. Let’s explore the trims, their performance, and their zero-to-60-mph ratings to help you decide which one best fits your adventurous lifestyle.
Trims and Performance of the Lexus RC
Lexus offers this sophisticated luxury coupe in six trims, each with unique features and amenities.
RC 300
The base RC 300 has a starting MSRP of $45,945 and is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission, delivering 241 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque. With this engine, the RC 300 can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds and reach a top track speed of 143 mph. This trim comes standard with rear-wheel drive.
The RC 300’s interior features perforated NuLuxe trim, a leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob, and multi-adjustable power front-row seats. The Lexus multimedia infotainment system features an 8-inch touch screen that comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. Notable features include a Wi-Fi hotspot, optional dynamic navigation, and a 17-speaker Mark Levinson premium sound system.
RC 300 F Sport
The RC 300 F Sport trim features the same powertrain and drivetrain as its predecessor. It adds Lexus’s F Sport adaptive variable suspension system, a G-force and turbo-boost display, and the drive mode select function with Sport S+ and Custom modes. Options for this trim include a limited-slip rear differential, orange brake calipers, specialized F Sport heated and ventilated front seats, and an F Sport heated steering wheel. The starting MSRP for this trim is $50,565.
RC 300 AWD
The RC 300 AWD trim’s MSRP starts at $48,635. It has a 3.5-liter V-6 engine that produces 260 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. This engine is coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission and comes standard with all-wheel drive. This allows the coupe to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds with a top track speed of 130 mph. Inside, the RC 300 AWD has wood trim, heated front seats, and the option to have a heated steering wheel.
RC 300 F Sport AWD
The RC F Sport AWD offers the same performance specs as the RC 300 AWD trim with an MSRP starting price of $52,855. It shares many features with the F Sport trim, such as F Sport seats, a black headliner, and aluminum sports pedals. Additional features include the Lexus memory system for the driver’s seat and a power tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel.
RC 350
The RC 350 trim has the same 3.5-liter V-6 engine, but the horsepower increases to 311, and the torque rating climbs to 280 lb-ft. You can get this trim with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The rear-wheel-drive version comes with an eight-speed sport direct-shift automatic transmission, while the all-wheel-drive version offers a six-speed automatic transmission. With the rear-wheel drive configuration, the RC 350 accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds, which increases to 6 seconds in all-wheel drive. The top track speed for rear-wheel drive is 143 mph and 130 mph with all-wheel drive.
The RC 350 all-wheel-drive trim offers heated front seats, a specialized all-wheel-drive terrain management system, and optional 19-inch split 10-spoke alloy wheels with a Silver Metallic finish. The starting MSRP for the rear-wheel drive RC 350 is $48,875 and $51,040 for the all-wheel-drive version.
RC 350 F Sport
The RC 350 F Sport builds on its predecessor with the same drivetrain and powertrain, including the same zero-to-60-mph and top track speeds. For extra traction, you can also get this trim in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The MSRP for the rear-wheel-drive RC 350 F Sport starts at $53,495 and $55,220 for the all-wheel-drive version. This trim also offers many of the features found in the lower F Sport trims.
RC F
The RC F edition has a 5.0-liter V-8 engine that delivers 472 horsepower and 396 lb-ft of torque. This high-performance trim can go from zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds with a top track speed of 168 mph. The RC F is equipped with an F-adaptive variable suspension system, launch control, and paddle shifters for precise handling. This powerful engine is paired with an eight-speed sport direct automatic transmission. The RC F starts at an MSRP of $68,320.
RC F Track Edition
If you’re looking for even more performance and speed, you can opt for the RC F Track Edition. Although this trim has the same engine as the RC F, it can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds with a top track speed of 168 mph. Both the RC F and the Track Edition come standard with rear-wheel drive and a Torsen limited-slip rear differential. The RC F Track Edition starts at an MSRP of $101,695.
Take the Exciting Lexus RC Coupe for a Test Drive Today
If you’re to hit the road or track with the adrenaline-pumping Lexus RC, we invite you to visit Lexus of Stevens Creek in San Jose, California, to learn more about this luxury coupe and take one for a test drive. You can also browse our online inventory to see all our new vehicles for sale. We look forward to helping you find the perfect RC trim for your preferences and lifestyle.
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