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Lexus RC vs Toyota Prius comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Toyota Prius?

Lexus RC vs Toyota Prius: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Toyota Prius

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Toyota Prius is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,908 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 11.3 L/100km.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 241 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lexus RC is noticeably faster – reaching 270 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 93 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Toyota Prius offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is barely lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 95 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RC offers noticeably more boot space – 366 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 82 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries noticeably more – 535 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 160 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius is far ahead overall 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 £39,400
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Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 - 86 km
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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 Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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Toyota Prius

Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
12 - 17 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
284 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
4,599 mm
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 kg
Payload
365 - 375 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Plug-in 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
223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
177 km/h
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
164 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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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