Lexus RC 300 vs. Dodge Challenger
When we compare the Lexus RC 300's and the Dodge Challenger's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 300 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The Dodge Challenger has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RC 300's and the Dodge Challenger's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Challenger is a better car than the Lexus RC 300.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Dodge Challenger Pricing
For a new model, the Lexus RC 300's price is between $46,503 and $56,799, with the Dodge Challenger priced between $31,749 and $95,527.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Dodge Challenger Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RC 300 loses 32.6 percent of its value and the Dodge Challenger loses 24.4 percent of its value. This means the Dodge Challenger retains 8.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lexus RC 300.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Dodge Challenger Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RC 300 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Dodge Challenger's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RC 300 being ranked 15 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Dodge Challenger being ranked 5 out of 15 Best Sports Cars.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Dodge Challenger Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RC 300 is 7.0 out of 10. For the Dodge Challenger the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Challenger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 300.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RC 300’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the Dodge Challenger base engine makes 303 horsepower. The RC 300 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles. The Challenger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles.This gives the Lexus RC 300 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Dodge Challenger the advantage in maximum range. The RC 300 uses premium unleaded, and the Challenger uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Dodge Challenger, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus RC 300, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Dodge Challenger has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
46503 - 56799
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.325958
Pricing
New Asking Price:
31749 - 95527
Used Asking Price:
29267 - 139999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.244452
Lexus RC 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Challenger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.947192 / 10
Reliability:
7.994384 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RC 300 Rankings
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1 out of / 36Ranking
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2 out of / 30Ranking
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7 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
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15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 33Dodge Challenger Rankings
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1 out of / 15Ranking
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1 out of / 11Ranking
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5 out of / 15Ranking
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7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
10 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RC 300 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Dodge Challenger Trim Levels
GT, R/T, R/T Scat Pack, SRT Hellcat Jailbreak, SRT Hellcat Redeye, SRT Hellcat Redeye Jailbreak, SRT Super Stock, SXT
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
241 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
303 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 543 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3737 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3841 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
197.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18