2025 Lexus RC

The 2025 Lexus RC is a rear-wheel-drive luxury coupe offered in five trims, from the RC 300 through the F Final Edition. At Nalley Lexus Smyrna in Smyrna, GA, shoppers can explore its range of engines, performance figures, fuel economy, dimensions, and pricing before choosing a direction. The RC spans 241 to 472 horsepower, with starting MSRP ranging from $45,270 to $92,825, and every version uses an automatic transmission with premium unleaded fuel required. This page also outlines how the Lexus RC compares with select 2025 rivals, explains its configuration, and connects shoppers with live new-vehicle inventory and dealership resources.

Starting MSRP

$45,270

Horsepower

241–472 hp

EPA MPG

16–21 city / 24–31 hwy

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

Fuel

Premium Unleaded (Required)

Body Style

Coupe

How the 2025 Lexus RC Compares With Competitors

Pricing, power, fuel economy, seating, and drivetrain choices create useful differences among luxury coupes. The 2025 Lexus RC starts at $45,270; MSRP excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees.

Compared with the 2025 BMW 2 Series, the Lexus RC starts at $45,270 versus $39,600 and offers 241–472 horsepower versus 255–382 hp. The BMW lists 23–26 city / 32–35 highway MPG, while the RC spans 16–21 city and 24–31 highway MPG; the BMW offers rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, favoring shoppers seeking those drivetrain choices, while the RC is configured with rear-wheel drive.

Compared with the 2025 BMW 4 Series, the Lexus RC starts at $45,270 versus $51,150 and spans 241–472 horsepower versus 255–386 hp. The BMW offers rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and seats 4–5, while the RC uses rear-wheel drive and is a coupe, giving shoppers distinct drivetrain and vehicle-format considerations.

Compared with the 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE, the Lexus RC starts at $45,270 versus $58,000 and offers 241–472 horsepower versus 255 hp. The Mercedes-Benz lists 24 city / 33 highway MPG, all-wheel drive, and seating for four, while the RC spans 16–21 city and 24–31 highway MPG with rear-wheel drive.

2025 Lexus RC Specifications and Configuration

The Lexus RC is a rear-wheel-drive coupe with an automatic transmission available across its five-trim range. Engine layouts include inline and V configurations, with four to eight cylinders, engine sizes from 2.0 to 5.0 liters, and displacement from 1,998 to 4,969 cc.

Performance varies by trim from 241 to 472 horsepower and 258 to 395 lb-ft of torque. Peak power arrives between 5,200 and 7,100 rpm, while peak torque arrives between 1,650 and 4,800 rpm. Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph ranges from 4.2 to 7.3 seconds.

Fuel economy ranges from 16 to 21 city MPG and 24 to 31 highway MPG, with premium unleaded required. The RC measures 185 to 185.4 inches long, 72.4 to 72.6 inches wide, and 54.7 to 54.9 inches high, with a 107.5-inch wheelbase. Curb weight ranges from 3,737 to 3,902 pounds, fuel capacity from 17.4 to 17.5 gallons, and cargo space behind the rear seats from 9.9 to 10.4 cubic feet.

Buying a 2025 Lexus RC in Smyrna, GA

Nalley Lexus Smyrna serves shoppers near 2750 Cobb Parkway SE in Smyrna, GA. The store receives vehicles on a rolling basis, so the best way to review current choices is to search inventory for live new-vehicle listings.

For purchase planning, shoppers can begin with value your trade resources and contact Nalley Lexus Smyrna at (770) 618-7908. Trim selection can be guided by the RC 300 and 350 configurations, F SPORT variants, or the F Final Edition.

What to Weigh Before Buying

Trim selection changes the RC's engine layout, cylinder count, output, acceleration, fuel economy, and cargo capacity. The RC 300 and 300 F SPORT use a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine with 241 horsepower, while the F Final Edition uses a 5.0-liter V8 with 472 horsepower.

Fuel planning matters because premium unleaded is required, and city fuel economy ranges from 16 to 21 MPG. Cargo capacity ranges from 9.9 to 10.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats, while every trim uses rear-wheel drive and automatic transmission.