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2017 Lexus RC F

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Rating6.7

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Compact Coupe
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$64,165
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on February 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A well-appointed interior despite being a performance-oriented coupe

Some competitors are more powerful

New Caviar exterior paint

Impressive braking distance aids a lot on track

Drive is not as fun the German rivals

Default adaptive variable suspension

Hunky engine and brawny exhaust sound

Scout GPS Link is now standard

Specs & Features

$64,165

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

Competing in the compact coupe segment, the 2017 Lexus RC F is a direct competitor to the Cadillac ATS-V, the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63, and the BMW M4. With standalone trim, the RC F carries an MSRP of $64,165. It is offered with a 5.0L V8 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, producing 467 horsepower and 389 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the RC F manages a 0-60 of 4.6 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG.

Buying Advice

The $3,240 Premium Package, $280 All-Weather Package, and $2,550 Navigation System with Mark Levinson Premium Audio System come under optional cache that you should consider as there is no alternative trim available.

Trims

    Base
    $64,165 onwards
    • Adaptive LED headlights
    • Dual-Zone automatic climate control
    • Front & rear parking sensors
    • Heated and Ventilated front and rear seats
    • Mark levinson premium audio system
    • Rear cross traffic alert

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$64,165

Engine

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Rating

6.68

Horsepower

467 hp @ 7100 rpm

Torque

389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

4

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2017 Lexus RC F vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.4 sec12.5 sec-
    		3.1 sec11.2 sec172 mph
    2017 BMW M4

    Ranked #2

    		4 sec12.3 sec155 mph
    		4.4 sec-96 mph
    		4.5 sec13.0 sec186 mph
    2017 Audi TTS

    Ranked #5

    		4.6 sec13.3 sec155 mph
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    2017 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.
      		22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      2017 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      		21 mpg32 mpg26 mpg16.1 gal.370.30/515.20 mi.
      2017 Audi TTS

      Ranked #2

      		23 mpg27 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.326.6/383.4 mi.
      		22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg20 gal.440/600 mi.
      		22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14.3 gal.300.3/400.4 mi.

      2017 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.
        		194.2 in.75.4 in.53.3 in.5 in.115.8 in.
        		184.8 in.72.4 in.55.1 in.5.3 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.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.
        		184.4 in.72.8 in.54.9 in.4.9 in.112.2 in.

        2017 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.-
          		10.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.
          		14.4 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          2017 Audi TTS

          Ranked #3

          		12 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          2017 BMW M4

          Ranked #4

          		15.7 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.41 cu.ft.
          		4.4 cu.ft.44 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.

          2017 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.--
            		10.1 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.-
            2017 Audi A5

            Ranked #3

            		8.8 cu.ft.12.2 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.232 ft.
            		-10.4 cu.ft.--
            		9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.9.2 cu.ft.-
            		8.7 cu.ft.8.7 cu.ft.8.7 cu.ft.-

            2017 Lexus RC F vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		700 lbs.3958 lbs.
              		1023 lbs.3727 lbs.
              		694 lbs.3803 lbs.
              		700 lbs.3748 lbs.
              2017 Audi TTS

              Ranked #1

              		794 lbs.3263 lbs.
              		-4365 lbs.

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