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Jaguar I-Pace vs Lexus RC comparison

Compare performance (400 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (79,200 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Jaguar I-Pace or Lexus RC?

Jaguar I-Pace vs Lexus RC: Key differences

Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • considerably more trunk space
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Lexus RC

  • slightly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

I-Pace

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Jaguar I-Pace is very slightly cheaper – starting at 79,200 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,128 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RC offers slightly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Jaguar I-Pace takes 4.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is clearly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Jaguar I-Pace tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar I-Pace delivers noticeably more torque with 696 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 176 Nm more.

I-Pace

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Jaguar I-Pace offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is clearly lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,226 kg. The difference is around 511 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Jaguar I-Pace offers considerably more boot space – 638 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 272 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries slightly more – 535 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar I-Pace is decisively ahead 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 £79,200
I-Pace

Jaguar I-Pace

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 400 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 25.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 469 km
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Jaguar I-Pace

The Jaguar I-Pace pairs instantaneous electric shove with graceful, feline looks, so it never feels like you're piloting a refrigerator with style. Inside it serves proper Jaguar luxury and clever packaging, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want EV convenience without losing personality.

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Reviews Jaguar I-Pace

3.7 (2 Reviews)
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Stefan
3 Apr 2026, 10:23:27

The Ipace is a tragedy. Looks nice..but the quality is very low. After 30000km I changed the charger, I changed the heater..aprox 8000 euro cost. Not recomend in any eay. Avoid it!

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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
79,200 - 85,500 £
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
25.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
469 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
84.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
268 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
2,226 kg
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Trunk capacity
638 L
Trunk capacity
366 L
Length
4,682 mm
Length
4,710 mm
Width
2,011 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Height
1,566 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,453 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
444 kg
Payload
535 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
400 HP
Power HP
464 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
270 km/h
Torque
696 Nm
Torque
520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
294 kW
Power kW
341 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Jaguar
Brand
Lexus
What drive types are available for the Jaguar I-Pace?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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