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2015 Lexus RC MPG & fuel economy

The 2015 Lexus RC is a subcompact car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG. Among 36 subcompact cars rated for 2015, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,693 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,693 15,000 mi/yr · $17.95 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2015 #25 of 36 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2015 Lexus RC's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2811.98.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2015 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1BMW i3124 MPGe $729
  2. 2Chevrolet Spark EV119 MPGe $764
  3. 3Fiat 500e116 MPGe $788
  4. 4BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid117 MPGe + 39 MPG $905
  5. 5Scion iQ37 MPG $1,257
  6. 25Lexus RC22 MPG $2,693
  7. 36Aston Martin DB915 MPG $3,950
2015 RCOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,279/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

RC MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic
RC 350
Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
RC 350 AWD
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
84 cu ft
Cargo volume
10 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
401 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2015 Lexus RC?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 21 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2015 Lexus RC use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2015 Lexus RC?

The 2015 Lexus RC's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Lexus RC per year?

About $2,693 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.95 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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