2021 Lexus RC 300 review
Lexus RC 300 highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
18 city, 24 highway, 21 combined
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What is new for the 2021 Lexus RC 300?
- RC 300 trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel and Parking Sensors as standard equipment this year.
- The Base trim now comes with Blind Spot Monitor and CD Audio as standard equipment.
2021 Lexus RC 300 trims
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- 241-hp, 258-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- 260-hp, 236-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Cruise Control
- Power Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Smart Key
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- Automated Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
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F-Sport:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Memory Seats
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Navigation System
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Lexus RC 300 features and specs
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Base 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Heated Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- A/C Seat(s)
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leatherette Seats
- Mark Levinson Sound
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
241
Torque (ft-lbs)
258
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
17.4
Wheelbase
107.5"
Overall length
185"
Width
72.4"
Height
54.9"
Leg room
F 45.4"/R 27.3"
Head room
F 39"/R 34.8"
Front tires
P235/45VR18
Rear tires
P235/45VR18
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Lexus RC 300 FAQ
The 2021 Lexus RC 300 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- F-Sport: 21 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
Here is what's new for the 2021 Lexus RC 300:
- Parking Sensors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Blind Spot Monitor
- CD Audio
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