The Lexus RC and RC F are sporty senior citizens, but they’re not ready to give up their Canasta. Quite the opposite as they’re heading into 2024 with a handful of minor updates.
There isn’t much to report, but the standard model gains a new Cloudburst Gray paint color. The RC F Sport now offers 19-inch Enkei wheels, while the 2024 RC F Track Edition can now be had in Caviar, Cloudburst Gray, or Ultra White.
The 2024 RC and RC F are slated to arrive at U.S. dealerships later this year and pricing starts at $45,920. That’s $100 more than its predecessor and the entry-level RC 300 should come equipped with LED lighting units and 18-inch alloy wheels.
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Drivers can expect to find an upscale interior with perforated NuLuxe upholstery, wood trim, and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. They should be joined by a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a dual-zone climate control system, power front seats, and a 10-speaker audio system.
The Lexus Safety System+ 2.5 suite of driver assistance systems comes standard and includes All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Tracing Assist (Lane Centering), and a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection. Buyers will also find Road Sign Assist, Intelligent High Beams, and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist.
Motivation is provided by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 241 hp (180 kW / 244 PS) and 258 lb-ft (349 Nm) of torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. This setup enables the coupe to run from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in around 7.3 seconds before hitting a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h).
An all-wheel drive RC 300 is available for $48,610 and it features a 3.5-liter V6, which is paired to a six-speed automatic. This particular variant packs 260 hp (194 kW / 264 PS) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of torque.
A 3.5-liter V6 also resides in the RC 350, which begins at $48,850. However, it’s more powerful in this application as the engine develops 311 hp (232 kW / 315 PS) and 280 lb-ft (379 Nm) of torque.
Of course, the real enchilada is the $68,295 RC F. It features a host of upgrades with the most notable being a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 with 472 hp (352 kW / 479 PS) and 395 lb-ft (535 Nm) of torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed transmission, which enables the car to rocket from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in four seconds and hit a top speed of 168 mph (270 km/h).
If that’s not exclusive enough, Lexus noted 2024 serves as the final year for the RC F Track Edition. The model costs $101,170 and features carbon fiber body panels as well as a fixed rear wing. Other highlights include a two-tone Alcantara interior, Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, and Hitachi shocks.