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2018 Lexus RC 350 Trims Comparison

2018 RC 350 trim level differences

The 2018 Lexus RC 350 is the most powerful version of the RC luxury sport coupe. It's supported by the less expensive RC 300, which is reviewed separately. Standard features are mostly identical among these variants, with the engine the most significant difference. The RC 350 is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 (311 horsepower, 280 pound-feet of torque) paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission for rear-wheel-drive models. A six-speed automatic comes with all-wheel-drive versions.

Standard feature highlights include 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, a rearview camera, power-adjustable front seats, heated seats (AWD models only), simulated-leather upholstery, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, Bluetooth, a 7-inch color display, voice controls, and a 10-speaker sound system with satellite radio. Also standard is adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and mitigation, lane departure warning and lane keeping assist, and Lexus Enform communication and remote services.

A number of option packages are offered, although availability can vary depending on where you live. The Premium package adds heated and ventilated front seats and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The Luxury package includes those items plus automatic wipers, perforated-leather upholstery, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel (with a heated rim on AWD models) and driver-seat memory settings. The All-Weather package offers headlight washers, a windshield wiper de-icer, water-repellent front door windows and a supplementary electric cabin heater.

Other options include a navigation system (with a console-mounted touchpad controller, upgraded voice controls, a 10.3-inch display, and smartphone app integration with Destination Search, Yelp, Pandora and iHeartRadio) and a 17-speaker Mark Levinson surround-sound audio system.

The F Sport package fits the RC with appearance items such as a mesh grille and a unique front fascia along with substantive bits including 19-inch wheels with summer (RWD) or all-season (AWD) tires, adaptive sport-tuned suspension dampers, upgraded front brake pads (RWD only) and sport front seats. F Sport models also get perforated-leather upholstery and trim, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel (with a heated rim on AWD models), driver-seat memory settings and a special instrument cluster.

Stand-alone options include a sunroof, upgraded headlights, LED foglights, blind-spot monitoring, variable-ratio steering with a four-wheel steering system (RWD F Sport only), a limited-slip differential (RWD F Sport only), and front and rear parking sensors.

Which 2018 RC 350 trim does Edmunds recommend?

For the RC 350, it's at its best if you stick with the standard rear-wheel-drive configuration and add the optional F Sport package. Besides sporty cosmetic touches inside and out, it also adds an adaptive suspension, which helps improve the car's overall ride comfort and handling capabilities. Don't bother with the Variable Gear Ratio Steering option, though. The car's steering doesn't feel natural, and the RC is less enjoyable to drive because of it.

Compare 2018 RC 350 trims side-by-side

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Clermont, FL
Vehicle
RC 350 Base
Vehicle
Base
3.5L 6cyl 8A
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Features

Bluetooth
standard
Navigation
standard
Satellite radio
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
Cruise control
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
Parking assistance
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
Heated seats
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
Sunroof
optional
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Specifications

Country of final assembly
N/A
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
Engine power
311 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Engine torque
277 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm
Engine displacement
3.5 l
Engine configuration
v6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
235/45R18
Wheel size
18 X 8.0-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
20 / 28 / 23 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
348 / 487 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Turning circle
34.2 ft.
Curb weight
3,748 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
81.5 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
72.4 in.
Height
54.9 in.
Length
184.8 in.
Wheelbase
107.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
10.4 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
39.0 in.
Front Leg Room
45.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.7 in.
Rear Head Room
34.8 in.
Rear Leg Room
27.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
50.8 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
Not Available
Average Cost Per Mile
Not Available
Depreciation
Not Available
Financing
Not Available
Taxes & Fees
Not Available
Fuel
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Insurance
Not Available
Maintenance
Not Available
Repairs
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Colors

Interior
Flaxen, leather
Flaxen, leatherette
Stratus Gray, leather
Black, leather
Black, leatherette
Playa, leatherette
Rioja Red, leatherette
Stratus Gray, leatherette
Playa, leather
Exterior
Silver Lining Metallic
Nebula Gray Pearl
Atomic Silver
Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0
Flare Yellow
Caviar
Eminent White Pearl
Ultra White
Infrared
Obsidian