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2021 Lexus RC 300 RWD

The 2021 Lexus RC 300 RWD is a 241-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an aa81e 8-speed sport direct-shift automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $42,220 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$42,220
MSRP with Destination$43,245
Destination Charge$1,025
Engine
Engine Type8AR-FTS I4 2.0L DOHC 16-valve twin-scroll turbo, VVT-iW (intake) / VVT-i (exhaust)
Displacement2 L
Horsepower241 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650-4400 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 16-valve
Bore and Stroke86.1 x 86.1
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeD-4ST (Direct + Port, turbo)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-engine, Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission
TransmissionAA81E 8-speed Sport Direct-shift automatic with paddle shifters
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 unleaded
Tank Capacity17.5 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone, coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multilink, coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 in Split-5-Spoke (standard); 19 in Split-10-Spoke (F SPORT / optional)
Wheels Rear18 in Split-5-Spoke (standard); 19 in Split-10-Spoke (F SPORT / optional)
Tires Front235/45R18 all-season (standard); 235/40R19 summer (19-in)
Tires Rear235/45R18 all-season (standard); 265/35R19 summer (19-in staggered)
Dimensions & Weight
Length185 in
Width72.4 in
Height54.9 in
Wheelbase107.5 in
Front Track62.2 in
Rear Track61.8 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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