What engine does the RC300 have?
The RC300 is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine.
In practice this engine produces about 241 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, and it is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Drivetrain configuration varies by market and trim, with rear-wheel drive as standard on many versions and all-wheel drive offered on select models.
Engine details
The following figures summarize the core specs of the RC300’s powerplant, which Lexus routes through different regional configurations over the model years.
- Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
- Displacement: approximately 1,998 cc
- Power: ~241 hp (varies slightly by market and model year)
- Torque: ~258 lb-ft (350 Nm)
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: rear-wheel drive standard; all-wheel drive available in some markets
These numbers reflect typical RC300 configurations; exact outputs may vary with emissions tuning, model year, and regional specifications.
Markets and variations
Across different regions, the RC300 badge has sometimes replaced the earlier RC200t branding, but the underlying engine remains the 2.0-liter turbocharged four. The RC350 and RC F sit above it with larger powerplants—the RC350 uses a 3.5-liter V6, and the RC F uses a 5.0-liter V8—while the RC300 sits between them as the compact turbo option.
Performance and experience
Prospective buyers typically notice strong mid-range torque and smooth turbo response, aided by the eight-speed automatic. The availability of AWD in certain markets adds versatility in varying weather or road conditions, without sacrificing the coupe’s sporty characteristics.
Summary
The Lexus RC300’s engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 delivering around 241 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic and offering RWD or AWD configurations depending on market and trim. This places it as the turbocharged entry in the RC lineup, distinct from the RC350’s V6 and the RC F’s V8.
Is the Lexus RC 300 fast?
With this engine, the RC 300 can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds and reach a top track speed of 143 mph.
Is the Lexus RC 350 V6 or V8?
V6
RESPONSIVE V6 POWER
The 3.5-liter V6 engines of the RC 300 AWD and RC 350 deliver 260 and 311 horsepower,* respectively.
What engine is in RC 300?
The RC 200t (now called RC 300), featuring a 2.0-liter 8AR-FTS I4 turbocharged petrol engine, was added to the range in late 2015. All-wheel drive is offered for the RC 300h and RC 350.
How much horsepower does a RC 300 V6 have?
260 horsepower
3.5-liter V6 with 260 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque (RC 300 AWD)
