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Ford Tourneo Connect vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (27,300 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Connect or Lexus RC?

Ford Tourneo Connect vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Ford Tourneo Connect

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat lighter
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lexus RC

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tourneo Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Tourneo Connect is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,300 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,986 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Connect uses 0.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 11.3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RC offers substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Ford Tourneo Connect takes 10.1 s. That’s about 5.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers visibly more torque with 520 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Tourneo Connect

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Ford Tourneo Connect offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Connect is somewhat lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Tourneo Connect offers considerably more boot space – 1,720 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 1,354 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Tourneo Connect carries noticeably more – 818 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 283 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Connect holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £27,300
Tourneo Connect

Ford Tourneo Connect

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 116 - 119 km
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Ford Tourneo Connect

The Ford Tourneo Connect is a practical, surprisingly polished people-mover that balances family-friendly flexibility with car-like driving manners. With clever storage, sliding doors and a bright, airy cabin it’s a smart choice for buyers who want sensible versatility without sacrificing everyday comfort — and it’s oddly enjoyable to drive for its size.

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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Lexus RC

Costs and Consumption
Price
27,300 - 41,900 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
116 - 119 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
11 - 164 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,542 - 1,781 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
1,213 - 1,720 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
-
Length
4,710 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
-
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
563 - 818 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
220 - 350 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Ford Tourneo Connect?

The Ford Tourneo Connect is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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