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2016 Lexus RC 350 review

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Pros

  • Beautiful styling inside and out
  • Smooth, quiet ride
  • Responsive steering

Cons

  • Small backseat
  • Awkward touchpad controller
  • Navigation system is optional

Mileage (EPA estimate)

19 city, 26 highway, 21 combined

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Sophisticated, sporty coupe

The 2016 Lexus RC 350 coupe exudes luxury. If you're shopping for another sports car to add to the garage or simply need a daily driver that's got pizzazz, keep on reading. First, the exterior styling will catch your eye, and then the plethora of modern features in the cabin will keep you in the driver's seat. This coupe comes in one trim with multiple stand-alone options or package upgrades to enhance the vehicle. New for 2016, the Lexus RC 350 has optional automated parking features.

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What is new for the 2016 Lexus RC 350?

  • Automated Parking features are now available as options on select trims.

5 reasons to buy the 2016 Lexus RC 350

1. Opulent F Sport package 

If you want your 2016 Lexus RC 350 to have all the sporty bells and whistles, look for a model with the F Sport package. The nose of the car gets a mesh grille and unique front fascia. When it's time to put the pedal down, you'll appreciate the adaptive sport-tuned suspension dampers, sport front seats, a power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and leather upholstery. If you love the sunshine, choose a model with the optional power sunroof. 

2. Robust engine 

Under the hood of the 2016 Lexus RC 350, you'll discover a 3.5L V6 with 306 hp paired with rear-wheel drive, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and responsive paddle shifters for manual operation. All-wheel drive is optional and pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission. Curious how this ride will fair at the gas pump? The 2016 Lexus RC 350 with rear-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated 19 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

3. Modern technology 

Standard equipment on the 2016 Lexus RC 350 includes a rearview camera, LED headlights and taillights, keyless entry/ignition, a 10-way power driver's seat, and,  an eight-way power front passenger seat. If you're in an all-wheel drive model, you also enjoy heated seats. When it's time to play your favorite music or stream a podcast from your smartphone, you'll appreciate the Bluetooth® phone and audio connectivity, 10-speaker sound system, HD Radio, and available satellite radio.

4. Smooth driving 

Get behind the wheel of the base trim 2016 Lexus RC 350 for a test drive and you'll quickly see why this luxury sports coupe gets attention. When fitted with the eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, this car is strong and responsive on the open highway. As a bonus, there's very little wind or road noise audible in the cabin. For an even smoother suspension, choose a model with the F Sport package. Is this car road trip-worthy? Yes! 

5. Cargo room 

You may not expect to find much storage space in a coupe, but the Lexus RC 350 does have a usable trunk! You can easily tuck weekend overnight bags for two in the 10.4 cu-ft of storage space. The backseats can also fold flat thanks to the 60/40 split, opening up more space for longer items, like folding chairs or a collapsed tent. Let the adventures begin! 

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Lexus RC 350 features and specs

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Base 2WD 2D Coupe

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Mark Levinson Sound
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Sunroof(s)

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.5L

Horsepower

306

Torque (ft-lbs)

277

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

17.4

Wheelbase

107.5"

Overall length

184.8"

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

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