Lexus RC alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Lexus RC, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 3 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Lexus RC and are good next research steps.

from $39,600

BMW 2 Series

Price : 39,600 - 52,600 $
Body Type : Coupe
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 255 - 382 HP
FuelEconomy City : 22 - 26 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 32 - 35 MPG
Seats : 4
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 295 - 369 lb-ft
Model : 2 Series
Modell : M240i Coupe, 230i Coupe, 230i xDrive Coupe, M240i xDrive Coupe
Trim Level : M240i Coupe, 230i Coupe, 230i xDrive Coupe, M240i xDrive Coupe
Engine Displacement : 2 - 3 L
Curb weight : 3,519 - 3,871 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 13.7 gal
Trunk Volume : 10 cu. ft.
Length : 179 - 179.4 in.
Width : 72.4 in.
Height : 54 - 55 in.
Brand : BMW

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only slightly more trunk space
moderately cheaper
slightly more power
a bit more efficient
only slightly lighter

from $40,100

Lexus IS

Price : 40,100 - 63,400 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 241 - 472 HP
FuelEconomy City : 17 - 21 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 25 - 31 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 236 - 395 lb-ft
Model : IS
Modell : IS 300 RWD, IS 300 AWD, IS 350 F SPORT Design RWD, IS 350 F SPORT RWD, IS 350 F SPORT Design AWD, IS 350 F SPORT AWD, IS 300 F SPORT Design RWD, IS 300 F SPORT RWD, IS 300 F SPORT Design AWD, IS 300 F SPORT AWD, IS 500 F SPORT Performance RWD, IS 500 F SPORT Performance Premium RWD
Trim Level : IS 300 RWD, IS 300 AWD, IS 350 F SPORT Design RWD, IS 350 F SPORT RWD, IS 350 F SPORT Design AWD, IS 350 F SPORT AWD, IS 300 F SPORT Design RWD, IS 300 F SPORT RWD, IS 300 F SPORT Design AWD, IS 300 F SPORT AWD, IS 500 F SPORT Performance RWD, IS 500 F SPORT Performance Premium RWD
Engine Displacement : 2 - 5 L
Curb weight : 3,715 - 3,891 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.4 gal
Trunk Volume : 10.8 cu. ft.
Length : 185.4 - 187.3 in.
Width : 72.4 in.
Height : 56 in.
Brand : Lexus

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Quick data check: Lexus IS

moderately cheaper
noticeably more power
only slightly lighter
very slightly more trunk space

from $32,700

Subaru WRX

Price : 32,700 - 44,200 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Manual, Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 271 HP
FuelEconomy City : 18 - 19 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 25 - 26 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 258 lb-ft
Model : WRX
Modell : Manual, Premium Manual, Premium CVT, Limited Manual, Limited CVT, GT CVT, TR Manual
Trim Level : Manual, Premium Manual, Premium CVT, Limited Manual, Limited CVT, GT CVT, TR Manual
Engine Displacement : 2.4 L
Curb weight : 3,329 - 3,569 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 16.6 gal
Trunk Volume : 12.5 cu. ft.
Length : 183.8 in.
Width : 71.9 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Subaru

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Quick data check: Subaru WRX

slightly more power
marginally more efficient
clearly cheaper
a bit lighter
moderately more trunk space

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Lexus RC alternatives & comparisons

Alternative models

BMW 2 Series

Quick data check: BMW 2 Series

Lexus IS

Quick data check: Lexus IS

Subaru WRX

Quick data check: Subaru WRX

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