Lexus RC

Name: 2018 Lexus RC
Brand: Lexus

EPA MPG: 22 mpg

RECALL ALERT: There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

RECALL ALERT: There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

CR's Take

This aggressively styled coupe offers seating for four passengers of diminutive stature. Essentially a coupe version of the IS sedan, the RC uses a 3.5-liter V6 engine hooked up to an eight-speed automatic. An all-wheel-drive version is available with a six-speed automatic. Top-trim RC F versions come with a 467-hp, 5.0-liter V8. That prodigious output is routed to the rear wheels. The RC F is super-quick, with a loud exhaust bark. The various driving modes sharpen throttle and steering response, but the car's weight ultimately compromises its agility. The Lexus Safety System+ is standard and includes automatic emergency braking and lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist. Blind-spot monitoring is optional.

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

Good

IIHS Side Crash

Good

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

Good

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

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IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

Good

IIHS Side Crash

Good

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Features & Specs

coupe

2 front, 2 rear

AWD, Rear

2-liter 4 turbo (241 hp)
3.5-liter V6 (311 hp)
3.5-liter V6 (260 hp)
5-liter V8 (467 hp)

8-speed automatic
6-speed automatic

In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.