Compare performance (464 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric is considerably cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 75,480 £.
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 clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 456 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Lexus RC offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 1,157 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers significantly more boot space – 366 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 303 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries clearly more – 535 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 393 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric stands well ahead of its rival 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
268 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4
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Seats
2
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Doors
3
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Length
4,710 mm
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Length
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Width
1,845 mm
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Width
1,388 mm
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Height
1,390 mm
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
535 kg
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Payload
142 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
464 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
520 Nm
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Torque
40 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Lexus
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Brand
Vauxhall
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