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2020 Lexus RC 300 RWD

The 2020 Lexus RC 300 RWD is a 241-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged with an aa81e 8-speed sport direct-shift automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $41,295 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$41,295
MSRP with Destination$42,320
Destination Charge$1,025
Engine
Engine Type8AR-FTS 2.0L Turbocharged In-Line 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-valve
Displacement2 L
Horsepower241 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650–4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve with VVT-iW (intake) and VVT-i (exhaust)
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.39 x 3.39 in.)
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeD-4ST (Direct injection + port injection, turbocharged)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Differential TypeOpen differential; FD ratio 3.133
Transmission
TransmissionAA81E 8-speed Sport Direct-shift automatic with paddle shift
1st Gear4.596
2nd Gear2.724
3rd Gear1.863
4th Gear1.464
5th Gear1.231
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.824
8th Gear0.685
Reverse4.056
Final Drive3.133
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium 91 octane or higher
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent, double wishbone with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent, multilink with coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake DiscFour-wheel power-assisted ventilated discs with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 in.
Wheels Rear18 in.
Tires Front235/45R18
Tires Rear235/45R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length185 in
Width72.4 in
Height54.9 in
Wheelbase107.5 in
Front Track62.2 in
Rear Track63 in
Cargo Volume10.4 ft³
Curb Weight3,737 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)54% / 46%
Interior
Headroom Front37.8 in
Headroom Rear34.8 in
Legroom Front45.4 in
Legroom Rear27.3 in
Shoulder Room Front54.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear50.8 in
Hip Room Front53.9 in
Hip Room Rear44.9 in
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