2020 Lexus RC Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2020 Lexus RC (19–24 MPG combined) across 5 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S6), Automatic (S8)
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 5.0 L; 6-cyl, 3.5 L; 4-cyl, 2.0 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 19–24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,400–$4,350
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$9,750 to −$5,000 more than average
- EPA scores
- Fuel economy 3–5/10 · GHG 3–5/10
- Configurations
- 5
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · All-Wheel Drive | 18–19 | 24–26 | 21 | $3,900 | 422 g/mi |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 | 363 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.5 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 | 388 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 5.0 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 | 459 g/mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RC 300 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0 | Premium Gasoline | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,400 | −$5,000 | 5 | 5 |
| RC 300 AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,900 | −$7,500 | 4 | 4 |
| RC 350 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | 5 | 5 |
| RC 350 AWD | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 6 | 3.5 | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,900 | −$7,500 | 4 | 4 |
| RC F | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 8 | 5.0 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,350 | −$9,750 | 3 | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2020 Lexus RC?
According to EPA data, the 2020 Lexus RC is rated at 19–24 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2020 Lexus RC have?
The EPA data lists 4, 6, and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2020 Lexus RC use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2020 Lexus RC?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,400 to $4,350.
How much will the 2020 Lexus RC cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2020 Lexus RC 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$9,750 to −$5,000 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).