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2018 Lexus RC F

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Rating7.3

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Compact Coupe
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$64,650
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on February 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Super-powerful, refined, and great-sounding V8 powertrain

Slow downshifting transmission

New optional 10.3-inch navigation screen

Excellent set of standard safety tech

Manual transmission isn't offered

Standard Lexus Safety System+ package

Exceptionally well-made interior with premium quality materials all around

Competitors are more efficient while being more fun to drive

Specs & Features

$64,650

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 luxury coupe segment, the 2018 Lexus RC F Coupe is a direct competitor to the Audi RS 5 Coupe, the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 Coupe, and the BMW M4 Coupe. With a single trim in the lineup, the RC F Coupe starts off at an MSRP of $64,650. 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 Coupe manages a 0-60 of 4.4 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. 

Buying Advice

The 2018 Lexus RC F Coupe is a luxurious, powerful, and value-for-money car in its segment. There is only one trim offered and we would recommend adding the Premium Package to it. It adds some extra features including a speed-activated rear spoiler, blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert, parking sensors, heated and ventilated front seats, and carbon-fiber interior trim. 

Trims

    Base
    $64,650 onwards
    • Chrome billet-style grille
    • Chrome front/rear endcaps
    • Front/Rear mudguards
    • Halogen fog lights
    • HD Radio andamp; SiriusXM
    • Rear Under-Seat Storage
    • Seven-inch touch-screen display

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7.3
2018 Lexus RC F

Price

$64,650

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.34

Horsepower

467 hp @ 7100 rpm

Torque

389 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

4

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2018 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
    		3.6 sec12.2 sec155 mph
    2018 BMW M4

    Ranked #3

    		3.7 sec12 sec174 mph
    		4.4 sec12.6 sec-
    2018 Audi S5

    Ranked #4

    		4.4 sec13.1 sec155 mph
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    2018 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.
      2018 Audi A5

      Ranked #1

      		24 mpg33 mpg29 mpg15.3 gal.367.2/504.9 mi.
      		22 mpg32 mpg26 mpg17.4 gal.382.8/556.8 mi.
      		23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg18.5 gal.425.5/555 mi.
      		22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg20 gal.440/600 mi.
      2018 Audi TTS

      Ranked #3

      		23 mpg27 mpg25 mpg14.5 gal.326.6/383.4 mi.

      2018 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.

        2018 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.5 in.110.7 in.
        		187.4 in.75.6 in.53 in.5.2 in.113 in.
        		184.8 in.72.4 in.54.9 in.5.3 in.107.5 in.

        2018 Lexus RC F vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          2018 Lexus RC F

          Ranked #12

          		10.1 cu.ft.79.4 cu.ft.-
          		9.1 cu.ft.77 cu.ft.7.1 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi A5

          Ranked #2

          		11.6 cu.ft.100.6 cu.ft.79.2 cu.ft.
          		10.4 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.66.3 cu.ft.
          		12 cu.ft.125.3 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.
          2018 Audi S5

          Ranked #4

          		11.6 cu.ft.116.6 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.

          2018 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.--
            2018 Audi S5

            Ranked #2

            		57.5 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		10.5 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.-
            2018 BMW M4

            Ranked #4

            		41 cu.ft.15.7 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            		10.1 cu.ft.4.4 cu.ft.10.1 cu.ft.-
            		81.4 cu.ft.9.1 cu.ft.7.1 cu.ft.121 ft.

            2018 Lexus RC F vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		700 lbs.3958 lbs.
              		694 lbs.3803 lbs.
              		-4365 lbs.
              		700 lbs.3748 lbs.
              		-3354 lbs.
              2018 Audi A5

              Ranked #1

              		882 lbs.3549 lbs.

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