Lexus RC 300 vs. Lexus RC 350
When comparing the Lexus RC 300's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 300 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Lexus RC 300 and Lexus RC 350 have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RC 300's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 300 is a better car than the Lexus RC 350.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Lexus RC 350 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 Lexus RC 350 loses 32.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RC 350 retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lexus RC 300.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Lexus RC 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RC 300 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Lexus RC 350's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RC 300 being ranked 3 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 14 out of 33. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Lexus RC 300 is ranked 13 and the Lexus RC 350 is ranked 17. The Lexus RC 300 is also ranked 14 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars while the Lexus RC 350 is ranked 19 out of 36.
Lexus RC 300 vs. Lexus RC 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RC 300 is 7.0 out of 10. For the Lexus RC 350 the reliability rating is 6.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RC 300 an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 350.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RC 300’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the Lexus RC 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The RC 300 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 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 300 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus RC 350. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$53,470 - $62,235
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.3%
Lexus RC 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
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 RC 300 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
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4 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 33Lexus RC 350 Rankings
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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
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RC 300 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
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:
4 years
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:
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:
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:
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:
3.5 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
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:
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
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:
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
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 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:
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:
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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
