Lexus RC F – Review, Specs, Pricing, Features, Videos and More
| Price | $67,845 - $100,720 |
| Engine | 5.0-liter 8-cylinder |
| Power | 472 hp |
| Torque | 395 lb-ft. |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
Lexus’ performance halo sports coupe is the RC F. It bucks the turbocharged trend dominating the marketplace these days and sticks to a sweet sounding naturally aspirated V8 engine. Although it may give up a bit of power to its rivals, few match the visceral thrill of running the 5.0-liter unit to red line.
The RC F features wider body work than regular RC models. And for those that want the ultimate version, there is the wild Track Edition.
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2021 Lexus RC F Fuji Speedway Edition Review: What’s in a Name?
It’s no secret that the Lexus RC F had long been a far cry from a performance car.
It could be considered a cruiser, a great daily driver, and a long-distance coupe, but setting lap times had never been the Lexus coupe’s forte. And there are a few good reasons for that.
Lexus didn’t design the RC as a performance car from the outset. It’s essentially an IS coupe but shares its platform with the IS and the GS. And like most Lexus cars, its forte was getting from A to B with minimal effort. And until the LC came along, it was the only GT car in Lexus’ lineup. Due to its rather conservative demeanor, it was frequently taken to task for its lack of performance. But Lexus had had enough of everyone poking fun at its V8 coupe and decided to give it a little tune-up.
The result is the RC F Fuji Speedway Edition (or Track Edition, as this tester is called in Canada). Yes, it’s a little late to the party; the BMW M4 has had a generation change and the Mercedes C 63 now makes enough horsepower to power the moon. Lexus has gone around the RC F saving weight and sharpening its responses, but has it made a difference?
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Detailed Specs
| Price | $67,845 - $100,720 |
| Engine | 5.0-liter 8-cylinder |
| Power | 472 hp |
| Torque | 395 lb-ft. |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Transmission | 8AT |
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 16 mpg / 24 mpg |
| Cargo Capacity | 10.1 cu ft. |
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