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Lexus RC vs Toyota RAV4 comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 309 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Toyota RAV4?

Lexus RC vs Toyota RAV4: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • clearly more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota RAV4

4.8 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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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:

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

Toyota RAV4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,623 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 10.5 L/100km.

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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 Lexus RC offers clearly more power – delivering 464 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RC is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.3 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 5.8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

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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 RAV4 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is only slightly lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 60 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers visibly more boot space – 514 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries somewhat more – 610 kg compared to 535 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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 £37,700
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Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 133 - 137 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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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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4.8 (8 Reviews)
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Mariana González
5 Jan 2026, 23:15:27

I love it — it’s super comfortable, I’ve never had any trouble with it, very reliable and stable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
133 - 137 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
268 g/km
co2
30 - 121 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
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Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 kg
Payload
515 - 610 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
185 - 309 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
520 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
136 - 227 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, 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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