Ford Mustang vs. Lexus RC F
In comparing the Ford Mustang to the Lexus RC F, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The Lexus RC F has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang versus the Lexus RC F, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Lexus RC F.
Ford Mustang versus Lexus RC F Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Ford Mustang ranges from $26,996 to $93,983 while a used Lexus RC F from the same model year range is priced between $67,949 to $95,869. For a new model, the Ford Mustang's price is between $30,374 and $96,922, with the Lexus RC F priced between $77,069 and $106,974.
Ford Mustang versus Lexus RC F Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Mustang is 8.4 out of 10 while the Lexus RC F's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford Mustang being ranked 1 out of 14 Best Sports Cars and the Lexus RC F being ranked 10 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Lexus RC F base engine makes 472 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The RC F is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 418 miles. The Mustang uses regular unleaded, and the RC F uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the Ford Mustang has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus RC F has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,374 - $96,922
Used Asking Price:
$26,996 - $93,983
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
21%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$77,069 - $106,974
Used Asking Price:
$67,949 - $95,869
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
3 out of / 14iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 40Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
EcoBoost, GT Premium, EcoBoost Premium
Trim Levels
Base, Fuji Speedway Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
472 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
395 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.121 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3515 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
80.7 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
