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2016 Lexus RC 200t

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Rating8.0

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Compact Coupe
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$39,995
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive mileage

Rivals are much quicker

Reshuffled feature packages and upgraded tech features

Sporty and appealing exterior design

Infotainment is a setback

Well-crafted interior with features brimming

Comfy seats for long driving

Specs & Features

$39,995

price

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

horsepower

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the compact coupe segment, the 2016 Lexus RC 200t Coupe is a direct competitor to the BMW 4 Series Coupe, the Audi A5 Coupe, and the Cadillac ATS Coupe. With standalone trim, the 2016 Lexus RC 200t starts off at an MSRP of $39,995. It is offered with a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 241 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the RC 200t manages a 0-60 of 7.3 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 26 MPG.

Buying Advice

While the RC 200t offers many features, it lacks some essential safety and driver assistance. As a result, we recommend getting the optional Premium and Navigation Package to get all the features that are missing in the standard package.

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Comparative Analysis against Competition

 

Features
9.0/10

 

Fuel Economy
6.0/10

 

Safety
8.0/10

 

Competition

Final Verdict

 

Trims

    Base
    $39,995 onwards
    • Sliding glass Sunroof

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8.0
2016 Lexus RC 200t

Price

$39,995

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.95

Horsepower

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

Capacity

4

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389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

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2016 Lexus RC 300

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2016 Lexus RC 200t vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.3 sec--
    2016 BMW M4

    Ranked #1

    		3.9 sec12.1 sec155 mph
    		4.4 sec12.5 sec-
    		4.5 sec13.1 sec-
    2016 Audi TTS

    Ranked #5

    		4.6 sec13.3 sec155 mph
    2016 Audi S5

    Ranked #6

    		4.9 sec13.5 sec155 mph
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    2016 Lexus RC 200t vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      2016 Audi TTS

      Ranked #1

      		23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.- -
      2016 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      		22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.354.2/515.2 mi.
      		22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.338/507 mi.
      		19 mpg28 mpg22 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/487.2 mi.
      		19 mpg26 mpg21 mpg17.4 gal.330.6/452.4 mi.

      2016 Lexus RC 200t vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		184.8 in.72.4 in.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.
        		192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.
        		185.2 in.72.6 in.54.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.
        		184.8 in.72.4 in.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.
        		184.8 in.72.4 in.55.1 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.
        2016 BMW M4

        Ranked #4

        		184.5 in.73.6 in.54.4 in.4.8 in.110.7 in.

        2016 Lexus RC 200t vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		10.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.-
          2016 BMW M4

          Ranked #1

          		-103.3 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          		10.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.
          2016 Audi TTS

          Ranked #3

          		-125.3 cu.ft.50.3 cu.ft.
          		11 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          		9.2 cu.ft.86 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.

          2016 Lexus RC 200t vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		-10.4 cu.ft.--
            2016 BMW M4

            Ranked #2

            		68.5 cu.ft.-11 cu.ft.-
            		66.3 cu.ft.10.4 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.-
            		14.6 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.-
            2016 Audi TTS

            Ranked #5

            		50.3 cu.ft.-50.3 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		-10.4 cu.ft.--

            2016 Lexus RC 200t vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		700 lbs.3737 lbs.
              2016 Audi S5

              Ranked #1

              		882 lbs.3858 lbs.
              2016 BMW M4

              Ranked #1

              		860 lbs.3530 lbs. -
              		700 lbs.3891 lbs.
              		700 lbs.3958 lbs.
              		-4145 lbs.

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