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Lexus RC vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Toyota Corolla?

Lexus RC vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • substantially more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly 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

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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.

Toyota Corolla is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,751 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 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 178 HP. That’s roughly 286 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 Toyota Corolla takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is visibly faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

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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: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Corolla is visibly lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers barely more boot space – 366 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries moderately more – 535 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 85 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla 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.

from £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Excellent car, very good suspension comfort, winter consumption 4.2, summer 3.7, 40,000 km, no problems

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
535 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Lexus RC have?

The Lexus RC is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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