What are the trim levels for the Lexus RC 300?
The Lexus RC 300 is offered primarily in two trims in the United States for the current lineup: RC 300 Base and RC 300 F SPORT. The two trims share the same engine, but differ in styling, suspension tuning, and available features depending on the model year and market.
Trim levels
The RC 300’s two main trims are described below. Availability and exact content can vary by year and region.
RC 300 (Base)
The base trim provides the essential RC 300 experience with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and standard comfort, technology, and safety features. Optional packages allow for added content and upgrades.
- Engine and drivetrain: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine with an automatic transmission; available in rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive depending on year and market.
- Standard content: core comfort and tech features; additional features can be added via packages.
- Pricing point: entry point within the RC 300 lineup, designed to be a value-focused option with upgrade paths.
In brief, the RC 300 (Base) is the entry point for the RC 300 line, offering essential features with opportunities to customize through packages.
RC 300 F SPORT
The F SPORT trim emphasizes performance-oriented styling and handling, with sport-tuned suspension and unique exterior/interior details, while preserving the RC 300’s engine.
- Performance and handling: sport-tuned suspension (and in some years, adaptive dampers) with larger wheels and distinct F SPORT styling cues.
- Interior and styling: F SPORT branding, sport seats, and exclusive interior trim accents.
- Features: typically includes many base features plus F SPORT enhancements; some items may be bundled in packages for the year.
Overall, the RC 300 F SPORT adds sport-focused styling and handling enhancements to differentiate it from the base trim while sharing the same engine.
Summary: The Lexus RC 300 lineup centers on two trims — RC 300 Base and RC 300 F SPORT — with the F SPORT offering sport-oriented styling and performance tweaks and the base trim delivering essential features with upgrade options. Always verify year-specific configurations with a dealer or Lexus’s official specs, as features and availability can change by model year and market.
What are the trims for the Lexus RC?
The 2024 Lexus RC is available in three versions: RC 300, RC 350 and RC F. The RC 300 and RC 350 are further offered in either Base or F Sport trims. The RC 300 comes with the choice of two available powertrains.
Is the Lexus RC 300 being discontinued?
The final model year RCs and RC Fs will be landing in dealers starting in the first quarter of 2025. After this year, the RCs are discontinued.
What are the RC 300's common problems?
The most common recall is: Fuel Pump Inside Fuel Tank Fails Causing Engine Stall While Driving.
What is the difference between Lexus is300h luxury and F Sport?
The main differences between the IS 300 and IS 300 F SPORT are in the styling and design elements added into the F SPORT model. When you upgrade to the 2017 Lexus IS 300 F SPORT you get additional luxuries like a standard Electronic Parking Aid Camera.
