2015 Lexus RC F vs. 2015 BMW M4
When comparing the 2015 Lexus RC F's and the 2015 BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Lexus RC F has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2015 BMW M4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Lexus RC F's and the 2015 BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Lexus RC F is a better car than the 2015 BMW M4.
2015 Lexus RC F vs. 2015 BMW M4 Pricing
A used 2015 Lexus RC F ranges from $33,435 to $49,991 while a used 2015 BMW M4 is priced between $30,925 to $48,996.
2015 Lexus RC F vs. 2015 BMW M4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Lexus RC F loses 32.1 percent of its value and the 2015 BMW M4 loses 38.4 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Lexus RC F retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 BMW M4.
2015 Lexus RC F vs. 2015 BMW M4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RC F is 7.8 out of 10 while the BMW M4's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RC F being ranked 7 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the BMW M4 being ranked 19 out of 33. Out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the Lexus RC F is ranked 10 and the BMW M4 is ranked 22.
2015 Lexus RC F vs. 2015 BMW M4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RC F is 7.5 out of 10. For the BMW M4 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RC F a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW M4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Lexus RC F’s base engine makes 467 horsepower, and the 2015 BMW M4 base engine makes 425 horsepower. The RC F is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 435 miles. The M4 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 411 miles.This gives the 2015 BMW M4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Lexus RC F the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
33435 - 49991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.321302
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
30925 - 48996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.384002
Lexus RC F Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RC F Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
23 out of / 40BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 23Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Lexus RC F Trim Levels
Base
2015 BMW M4 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
467 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
389 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.118 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
425 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.120 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 435 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
269 / 411 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3958 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
185.2 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3530 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
54.4 inches
Length:
183.9 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/40R18