2016 Lexus RC 350 F SPORT: New Kid on the Block

Published on August 26, 2016 in Test Drives by Danny Geraghty

Test drive report
Test model 2016 Lexus RC
Trim level 350 F Sport
Price range $60,999 – $98,000
Price as tested 64 290 $
Warranty (basic) N/A
Warranty (powertrain) N/A
Fuel economy (city/highway/observed) N/A / N/A / 14,0 L/100km
Options N/A
Competitive models Audi A5, BMW 4 Series, Cadillac ATS, Infiniti Q60, Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Strong points
  • Great looks
  • Fancy colour
  • Attention grabber
  • Lexus quality
Weak points
  • Infotainment system
  • Curb weight
  • Feels underpowered
  • No soul
Editor's rating
Fuel economy 3.0/5 Could be better
Comfort 3.5/5 Firm seats are great for curves, but not so much for daily driving
Performance 3.0/5 Gets the job done
Infotainment 2.0/5 A sore spot for Lexus
Driving 4.0/5 Still a blast to drive
Overall 3.5/5 Great looks, but performance doesn't match
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