2017 Lexus RC 300: What's New

Vehicle Overview

What it is: This aggressively styled four-seat coupe debuted for 2015 as the RC 350 with a 306-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine and a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive. It was another step in Lexus’ ongoing effort to attract younger buyers. The various versions of the RC compete with the Audi A5, BMW 4 Series and Cadillac ATS. The high-performance V-8-powered RC F is covered separately in the Cars.com Research section.
New for 2017
The base grille has a new black finish and the rear-drive RC 350 now uses Yamaha performance shocks. Triple-beam LED headlights are now available.
Significant Standard Features

• 241-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (RC 200t)
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• Rear-wheel drive
• LED headlights and running lights
• Heated side mirrors
• Keyless entry with push-button start
• Automatic climate control
• Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
• 60/40-split folding backseat
• Bluetooth streaming audio
• CD stereo with 7-inch dashboard screen and USB/iPod connectivity
• Backup camera
• Safety Connect emergency communication system with trial subscription
• Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

• 255-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (RC 300)
• 306-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (RC 350)
• Six-speed automatic transmission (all-wheel drive)
• Navigation system
• Mark Levinson surround-sound audio system
• Heated and ventilated front seats
• Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
• Precollision system with adaptive cruise control
• Power moonroof
• Adaptive suspension