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2015-2025 Lexus RC MPG & Fuel Cost
11 model years · 19–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 small car configurations, MY2025. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2015-2025 Lexus RC at a glance
The 2015-2025 Lexus RC covers 11 model years in the EPA database (50 configurations in all), rated 19–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2025, costs about $3,240 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD (25 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
2015-2025 Lexus RC by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Gas | 19–25 MPG | $3,240–$4,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas | 19–25 MPG | $3,240–$4,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas | 19–25 MPG | $3,230–$4,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas | 19–25 MPG | $3,250–$4,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas | 19–25 MPG | $3,250–$4,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,310–$4,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,280–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 19–26 MPG | $3,120–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 21–26 MPG | $3,120–$3,770 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 21–26 MPG | $3,120–$3,780 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 21–22 MPG | $3,600–$3,760 | First year |
What the 2025 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$270
$3,240 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.40
Per 100 miles
$21.60
Five years
$16,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$290more a year
Class median $2,950 a year, MY2025
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Lexus RC MPG
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,240.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,240 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,500 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,180 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2024 Lexus RC MPG
19–25 MPG · $3,240–$4,180/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,230 to $3,240, $10 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,240 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,500 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,180 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Lexus RC MPG
19–25 MPG · $3,230–$4,180/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,250 to $3,230, $20 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,230 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,500 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,180 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Lexus RC MPG
19–25 MPG · $3,250–$4,180/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,250.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,250 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,500 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,180 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2021 Lexus RC MPG
19–25 MPG · $3,250–$4,180/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,310 to $3,250, $60 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 31 | 25 | $3,250 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,500 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,180 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 Lexus RC MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,310–$4,180/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,280 to $3,310, $30 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,310 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,520 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,180 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Lexus RC MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,280–$4,230/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration moves from 26 to 24 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,120 to $3,280, $160 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,280 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,520 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,740 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,740 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Lexus RC MPG
19–26 MPG · $3,120–$4,230/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,120.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,120 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,520 |
| 300 3.5L 6-cyl | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 21 | $3,830 |
| F | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2017 Lexus RC MPG
21–26 MPG · $3,120–$3,770/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,120.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200t (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,120 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,620 |
| 300 | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,770 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,770 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2016 Lexus RC MPG
21–26 MPG · $3,120–$3,780/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 26 MPG, up 4. Its annual cost goes from $3,600 to $3,120, $480 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200t (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,120 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,620 |
| 300 | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,780 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Lexus RC MPG
21–22 MPG · $3,600–$3,760/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,600 |
| 350 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,760 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $3,860 in California and $2,810 in Texas, a $1,050 difference.
- California $3,860
- Washington $3,630
- New York $3,200
- Florida $2,960
- Texas $2,810
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2025 small car models.
Generations
- 2015-2025 (2015)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2015-2025 Lexus RC get?
EPA rates the 2015-2025 Lexus RC at 19–26 MPG combined across 50 configurations and 11 model years. The most efficient version, the 2018 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 26 MPG (22 city, 32 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2015-2025 Lexus RC?
The 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2016, 2017 and 2018. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2015.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2015-2025 Lexus RC?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Lexus RC per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,240 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $3,240–$4,180 a year. That is a $940 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2025 Lexus RC 100 miles?
About $21.60 per 100 miles for the 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $21.60 and $27.87 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2025 Lexus RC more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 21 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 10 MPG.
How does the 2025 Lexus RC compare with other small car configurations?
The 300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,240 a year to fuel, $290 more than the class median of $2,950, and less than 4 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 218 rated small car configurations for MY2025, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2025 Lexus RC different from the 2024 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,240. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2025 against 5 configurations for 2024. See the 2024 Lexus RC for that year.