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Lexus RC vs Rolls-Royce Spectre comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 333,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Rolls-Royce Spectre?

Lexus RC vs Rolls-Royce Spectre: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • significantly cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Rolls-Royce Spectre

  • markedly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Lexus RC is significantly cheaper – starting at 82,300 £ , while the Rolls-Royce Spectre costs 333,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 251,100 £.

Spectre

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Rolls-Royce Spectre offers markedly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 121 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Rolls-Royce Spectre takes 4.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Rolls-Royce Spectre delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

RC

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is substantially lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,890 kg. The difference is around 1,175 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries barely more – 535 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus RC 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 £82,300
RC

Lexus RC

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 464 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11.8 L/100km
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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
333,400 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
530 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
3
Doors
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,890 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
2,017 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
900 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
430 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Rolls-Royce
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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