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Lexus RC vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Subaru BRZ?

Lexus RC vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru BRZ is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,337 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru BRZ uses 8.8 L/100km and is visibly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 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 clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 229 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is somewhat faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 44 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lexus RC delivers substantially more torque with 520 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 270 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, Subaru BRZ is markedly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers clearly more boot space – 366 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 129 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries noticeably more – 535 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 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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The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
3
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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