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Used 2021 Lexus RC 350 Coupe Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2021 Lexus RC 350 is available in two trim levels: base and F Sport. Both are powered by a 3.5-liter non-turbocharged V6 engine (311 hp, 280 lb-ft) that sends power to the rear wheels through an eight-speed automatic. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available on both models. The turbocharged four-cylinder RC 300 and high-performance RC F are reviewed separately.

Base
The base RC 350 comes fairly well equipped from the get-go. Standard features include:

  • 18-inch wheels
  • LED headlights and taillights
  • Keyless entry with push-button start
  • 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, eight-way power-adjustable passenger seat
  • Heated front seats (all-wheel-drive models)
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 7-inch infotainment screen
  • Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa and Android Auto integration
  • Two USB ports
  • In-car Wi-Fi with three-month subscription
  • 10-speaker audio system

Standard driver aids include:

  • Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
  • Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
  • Automatic high beams

Lexus offers a handful of options such as:

  • Black Line Special Edition
    • Triple-beam LED headlights
    • 19-inch black chrome wheels
    • Black upholstery with silver stitching
    • Wood interior trim
    • Zero Halliburton luggage
  • Navigation package
    • 10.3-inch infotainment screen
    • Navigation
    • In-dash CD and DVD player
  • Navigation/Mark Levinson Premium Audio package
    • Navigation package features
    • 17-speaker audio system with subwoofer
    • Aluminum control knobs
  • Premium package
    • Heated and ventilated seats
    • Heated, auto-dimming exterior mirrors
    • Rain-sensing wipers
    • Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
  • Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
  • Moonroof
  • Heated steering wheel

F Sport
The F Sport builds on the standard RC 350 with features including:

  • F Sport-tuned adaptive suspension
  • Upgraded brakes
  • 19-inch wheels
  • F Sport steering wheel
  • F Sport front seats
  • Heated and ventilated seats
  • Heated, auto-dimming exterior mirrors
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
  • Aluminum pedals
  • Black headliner

Options include those available on the base RC 350, but the F Sport also offers a few performance options such as:

  • Lexus Dynamic Handling System (upgrades suspension and adds rear-wheel steering for improved handling)
  • Torsen limited-slip rear differential for improved traction (rear-wheel-drive models)

Which RC 350 trim does Edmunds recommend?

The 2021 RC 350 is available in two trims, and we suggest going with the top-level F Sport model with rear-wheel drive. It adds features such as an adaptive suspension, and it's available with performance options including a limited-slip differential that helps the RC 350's handling match its sharp styling.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Columbus, OH
Vehicle
RC 350 Base
RC 350 F SPORT
Vehicle
Base
3.5L 6cyl 8A
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Features

Features

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

Specifications

Country of final assembly
N/A
N/A
Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
311 hp @ 6,600 rpm
311 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Engine torque
280 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm
280 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpm
Engine displacement
3.5 l
3.5 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
Transmission
8-speed shiftable automatic
8-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
235/45R18
235/40R19 (FRONT) 265/35R19 (REAR)
Wheel size
18 X 8.0-in
19 X 8.0-in (Front) 19 X 9.0-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

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

Dimensions

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

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$49,408
$54,552
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.66
$0.73
Depreciation
$10,477
$12,467
Financing
$5,025
$5,703
Taxes & Fees
$2,031
$2,281
Fuel
$14,331
$14,331
Insurance
$4,339
$5,521
Maintenance
$10,375
$11,419
Repairs
$2,830
$2,830
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Glazed Caramel NuLuxe, leatherette
Playa, leatherette
Black, leatherette
White, leatherette
Black and Yellow, leatherette
Circuit Red, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Exterior
Grecian Water
Infrared
Atomic Silver
Caviar
Obsidian
Eminent White Pearl
Flare Yellow
Infrared
Ultra White
Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0
Atomic Silver
Caviar
Obsidian
Cloudburst Gray