2016 Lexus RC F

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Rating8.4

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Compact Coupe
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$62,805
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Quality and well-designed interior

Latency in power output

Upgraded infotainment feature

Smooth handling

Cabin is not as spacious as you would want it to be

Available Lexus inform service connect

Refined V8 powertrain

New orange brake calipers are added

Specs & Features

$62,805

price

467 hp @ 7100 rpm

horsepower

389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

5.0L 8cyl RWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Lexus RC F Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the compact coupe class. With 1 trim on offer, the Lexus RC F has a base MSRP of $62,805, competing directly with the Cadillac ATS-V Coupe, BMW M4 Coupe, and sits close to the Jaguar F-Type Coupe. Only a 5.0L V8 gas engine is offered, mated to an 8-speed automatic. Together, they produce 467 horsepower and 389 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.4 seconds, the Lexus RC F maintains a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. Lexus offers the Lexus RC F in 7 stunning colors, with the molten pearl being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The Lexus RC F is a decent compact coupe, offering a powerful engine but with a slight delay in power output. The Lexus RC F is offered in one trim offering all the features for the price. Packages like the Navigation System w/Mark Levinson Premium Audio ($2,610) and the leather package ($800) will really make your experience better.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

 

Features
8.0/10

 

Engine and Performance
8.5/10

 

Fuel Economy
7.1/10

 

Safety
9.0/10

 

Competition
7.0/10

Final Verdict

 

Trims

    Base
    $62,805 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Nuluxe interior trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$62,805

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.44

Horsepower

467 hp @ 7100 rpm

Torque

389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

4

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$42,900- $51,900

Gasoline

7.95

220 hp @ 4500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

-

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$53,100- $67,350

Gasoline

8.78

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

4

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$40,500- $50,200

Gasoline

8.78

220 hp @ 4450 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

4

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$65,700- $133,205

Gasoline

7.5

425 hp @ 5500 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1850 rpm

4

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$25,700- $48,300

Gasoline

8.37

275 hp @ 5600 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

4

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$65,000- $165,000

Gasoline

8.29

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

332 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

2

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$42,780- $45,015

Gasoline

8.25

306 hp @ 6400 rpm

277 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

4

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$42,610

Gasoline

8.76

255 hp @ 6400 rpm

236 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

4

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$39,995

Gasoline

7.95

241 hp @ 5800 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1650 rpm

4

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2016 Lexus RC F vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.4 sec12.5 sec-
    2016 BMW M4

    Ranked #1

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

    Ranked #5

    4.6 sec13.3 sec155 mph
    4.9 sec13.0 sec-

    2016 Lexus RC F vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg17.4 gal.278.4/435 mi.
      2016 Audi TTS

      Ranked #1

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.- -
      22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      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.
      22 mpg30 mpg24 mpg19 gal.399/570 mi.

      2016 Lexus RC F vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        185.2 in.72.6 in.54.7 in.5.1 in.107.5 in.
        192.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.4 in.115.8 in.

        2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

        Ranked #2

        188.9 in.75.9 in.54.2 in.5 in.107.1 in.
        188.3 in.74.7 in.53.1 in.4 in.110.7 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 Lexus RC F vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          10.1 cu.ft.79.4 cu.ft.-
          9.1 cu.ft.81.4 cu.ft.7.1 cu.ft.
          2016 BMW M4

          Ranked #2

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

          Ranked #4

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

          2016 Lexus RC F vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -10.1 cu.ft.--
            2016 Audi A5

            Ranked #2

            8.8 cu.ft.12.2 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.232 ft.
            14.6 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.-
            2016 BMW M4

            Ranked #4

            68.5 cu.ft.-11 cu.ft.-
            -10.4 cu.ft.--
            2016 Audi S5

            Ranked #6

            -12.2 cu.ft.-76 ft.

            2016 Lexus RC F vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              700 lbs.3958 lbs.
              2016 Audi A5

              Ranked #1

              882 lbs.3483 lbs.
              700 lbs.3737 lbs.
              2016 Audi S5

              Ranked #1

              882 lbs.3858 lbs.
              -4145 lbs.
              2016 Audi TTS

              Ranked #1

              794 lbs.- -

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