Nissan 370Z vs. Lexus RC 350

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan 370Z and Lexus RC 350 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Nissan 370Z and the Lexus RC 350.

In comparing the Nissan 370Z's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Nissan 370Z's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z is a better car than the Lexus RC 350.

Pricing: A used 2020 Nissan 370Z ranges from $26,628 to $44,494 while a used 2020 Lexus RC 350 is priced between $31,936 to $43,243.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan 370Z loses 31.9 percent of its value and the Lexus RC 350 loses 32.2 percent of its value. This means the Nissan 370Z retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lexus RC 350.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan 370Z is 8.3 out of 10 while the Lexus RC 350's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the Nissan 370Z being ranked 4 out of 15 Best Sports Cars and the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 19 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan 370Z is 8.0 out of 10. For the Lexus RC 350 the reliability rating is 6.0 out of 10. This gives the Nissan 370Z an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 350.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan 370Z’s base engine makes 332 horsepower, and the Lexus RC 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles.This gives the Lexus RC 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan 370Z the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Lexus RC 350, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space.