Lexus RC F vs Lexus LC
Overview | |
MSRP$64,750 | MSRP$93,050 |
Average price | Average price$78,510 |
Listings100 | Listings350 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryRear-wheel-drive coupes have a place in every car enthusiast's heart, but they don't have a spot in every enthusiast's garage, because children and spouses and college loans have built up a natural resistance. When a Lexus RC is on your shopping list, it's safe to say you've cleared those hurdles. The RC is nice enough, but the RC F is its own beast. It's the alternative to a Mercedes-AMG C63, BMW M4, Audi RS 5, or Jaguar F-TYPE R. Why snag a Lexus sports car? A naturally aspirated V8 with more than 460 horsepower, snug bucket seats, a carbon-fiber roof, and brake calipers so orange they could squeeze out juice are just some of the reasons. | |
Reviews SummaryThrough the years, Lexus has often offered a range-topping coupe. Its first offering was the SC 300, which then became the SC 400. This was replaced by the SC 430 in 2000. But Lexus has never offered a coupe quite like the LC 500. It is a true flagship coupe, designed as a grand tourer. This means it has plenty of power on tap, but the focus is not singularly performance. The 2021 Lexus LC 500 is about comfortable luxurious driving. And the introduction of the convertible variant for the 2021 model year emphasizes that focus. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine5.0L 467 hp V8 | Engine5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower467 hp @ 7100 rpm | Horsepower471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name5.0L 467 hp V8 | Engine Name5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Torque389 lb-ft @ 5600 rpm | Torque398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower467 hp @ 7100 rpm | Horsepower471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway25 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.1 cu ft | Cargo Space5.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3958 lbs | Curb Weight4340 lbs |
Height54.7 in | Height53.0 in |
Length185.2 in | Length187.4 in |
Width81.5 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase107.5 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload700 lbs | Maximum Payload720 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $64,750 | $93,050 |
Average price | $78,510 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 5.0 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Rear-wheel-drive coupes have a place in every car enthusiast's heart, but they don't have a spot in every enthusiast's garage, because children and spouses and college loans have built up a natural resistance. When a Lexus RC is on your shopping list, it's safe to say you've cleared those hurdles. The RC is nice enough, but the RC F is its own beast. It's the alternative to a Mercedes-AMG C63, BMW M4, Audi RS 5, or Jaguar F-TYPE R. Why snag a Lexus sports car? A naturally aspirated V8 with more than 460 horsepower, snug bucket seats, a carbon-fiber roof, and brake calipers so orange they could squeeze out juice are just some of the reasons. | Through the years, Lexus has often offered a range-topping coupe. Its first offering was the SC 300, which then became the SC 400. This was replaced by the SC 430 in 2000. But Lexus has never offered a coupe quite like the LC 500. It is a true flagship coupe, designed as a grand tourer. This means it has plenty of power on tap, but the focus is not singularly performance. The 2021 Lexus LC 500 is about comfortable luxurious driving. And the introduction of the convertible variant for the 2021 model year emphasizes that focus. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 5.0L 467 hp V8 | 5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 467 hp @ 7100 rpm | 471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 5.0L 467 hp V8 | 5.0L 471 hp V8 |
Torque | 389 lb-ft @ 5600 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 467 hp @ 7100 rpm | 471 hp @ 7100 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 25 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.1 cu ft | 5.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3958 lbs | 4340 lbs |
Height | 54.7 in | 53.0 in |
Length | 185.2 in | 187.4 in |
Width | 81.5 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 700 lbs | 720 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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