Lexus IS F vs. Lexus RC 350
In comparing the Lexus IS F's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS F has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus IS F's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS F is a better car than the Lexus RC 350.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus IS F’s base engine makes 416 horsepower, and the Lexus RC 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The IS F is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 389 miles. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. This gives the Lexus RC 350 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus IS F. The IS F uses gasoline, and the RC 350 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus IS F has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$53,470 - $62,235
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.3%
Lexus IS F Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RC 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus IS F Rankings
Not yet available
Lexus RC 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus IS F Trim Levels
Base
Lexus RC 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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):
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:
416 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
371 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 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 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 389 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
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:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3780 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3748 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
