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2023 Lexus RC MPG & fuel economy

The 2023 Lexus RC is a subcompact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 25 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2022 model. Among 31 subcompact cars rated for 2023, it ranks 17th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,370 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 21 MPG city · 31 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,370 15,000 mi/yr · $15.80 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2023 #17 of 31 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2023 Lexus RC's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway3113.27.6
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2023 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1BMW i4113 MPGe $805
  2. 2MINI Cooper EV110 MPGe $829
  3. 3Audi A3 Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4MINI Cooper32 MPG $1,852
  5. 5Ford Mustang25 MPG $1,860
  6. 17Lexus RC25 MPG $2,370
  7. 31Mercedes-Benz SL-Class16 MPG $3,703
2023 RCOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,370/yr

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

RC MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
RC 300		 Gas 21 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
RWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic
RC 350		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
RC 300 AWD		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic
RC F		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
84 cu ft
Cargo volume
10 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
355 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2023 Lexus RC vs. rivals

vs Audi S5 24 MPG · $2,469/yr RC saves $99/yr vs Audi S3 26 MPG · $2,279/yr S3 saves $91/yr vs BMW 8 Series 24 MPG · $2,469/yr RC saves $99/yr vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class 25 MPG · $2,370/yr Same fuel cost vs BMW 4 Series Hybrid 27 MPG · $2,194/yr 4 Series Hybrid saves $176/yr vs Audi RS 23 MPG · $2,576/yr RC saves $206/yr vs BMW 2 Series 29 MPG · $2,043/yr 2 Series saves $327/yr vs Audi TTS Coupe 26 MPG · $2,279/yr TTS Coupe saves $91/yr vs Audi A5 Hybrid 28 MPG · $2,116/yr A5 Hybrid saves $254/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Hybrid 26 MPG · $2,279/yr E-Class Hybrid saves $91/yr vs BMW M 19 MPG · $3,118/yr RC saves $748/yr vs Audi A3 Hybrid 32 MPG · $1,453/yr A3 Hybrid saves $917/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2023 Lexus RC?

Up to 25 MPG combined (21 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 19 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2023 Lexus RC use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2023 Lexus RC?

The 2023 Lexus RC's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Lexus RC per year?

About $2,370 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $15.80 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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