“After putting a total of 3,500 miles on the car in the past month the car overall is very impressive. The navigation system is one of the worst systems I have ever used. It was not able to figure routing correctly on several trips while in New Mexico & Colorado. It will get you lost quick.”
2015 Lexus RC: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Lexus RC is an all-new model and the first year of Lexus’s stand-alone coupe line in the U.S. The range debuts with the V6-powered RC 350 and the more track-focused, V8-powered RC F.
About the 2015 Lexus RC
1st generation RC, first year (all-new US launch).
Lexus positioned the RC as a dramatic luxury coupe that blends eye-catching design, high cabin quality, and everyday comfort with rear-drive coupe character. It is less about being the rawest car in the class and more about giving shoppers a stylish two-door with Lexus craftsmanship, quiet-road manners, and smooth performance. Within that formula, the RC 350 serves as the refined V6 model, while the RC F pushes the same coupe into serious V8 performance territory.
The RC 350 blends dramatic coupe styling with everyday luxury, using a 306-horsepower V6, LED lighting, power front seats, and a color infotainment screen. The RC F is the serious performance version, pairing a 467-horsepower V8 with high-performance Brembo brakes, a speed-activated rear wing, and a digital instrument display with a lap timer.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The debut lineup consists of the RC 350 with a 306-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 and the RC F with a 467-horsepower 5.0-liter V8. Both use paddle-shift automatic transmissions.
Styling
The RC arrives with its own bold coupe body, LED headlamps and daytime running lights, plus a driver-focused cabin influenced by the Lexus LFA supercar.
Structural
Lexus developed an ultra-stiff structure specifically for the new RC rather than making it a two-door version of an existing sedan.
2015 Lexus RC specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Manual | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 467 hp | 306 hp |
| Torque | 389 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10.1 cu-ft | 10.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 27.3 in | 27.3 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Interior Trim | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Memory Front Seats | ||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2015 the first year of the Lexus RC?
Yes. The 2015 model year marks the U.S. debut of the Lexus RC as a stand-alone coupe line, with the RC 350 and RC F forming the initial range.
How are the 2015 Lexus RC 350 and RC F different?
The RC 350 is the luxury-focused version with a 306-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, while the RC F is the track-focused performance model with a 467-horsepower 5.0-liter V8, stronger Brembo brakes, and a speed-activated rear wing.
Is there a 2014 Lexus RC to compare with the 2015 model?
No. The RC begins with the 2015 model year, so there is no 2014 Lexus RC predecessor. It launched as a distinct coupe rather than as a two-door version of a Lexus sedan.
What performance equipment does the 2015 Lexus RC F have?
The 2015 RC F has a naturally aspirated 467-horsepower V8, an eight-speed paddle-shift automatic, Brembo brakes, a limited-slip rear differential, a speed-activated rear wing, and a digital display with a G-meter and lap timer.
What cabin features stand out in the 2015 Lexus RC 350?
The 2015 RC 350 has LFA-inspired interior styling, synthetic leather upholstery, a 10-way power driver seat, an eight-way power passenger seat, and a color infotainment screen with Bluetooth and Siri Eyes Free.
2015 Lexus RC Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Lexus RC.
4.4
2015 Lexus RC
(172 reviews)
“RCF A limited edition model with a lot of power and great handling, not for anyone that hasn't driven a performance car, easy to get in over your head. Love this car.”
“The RC F is an absolutely awesome car! Love the RC F. It is awesome to look at and especially to drive. Attracts lots of attention. Sounds great too.”
Sources
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2015 Lexus Rc 350 Unforgettable Luxury
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2015 Lexus Rc F Product News
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2016 Lexus Rc Three Engines
- pressroom.lexus.com — 2016 Lexus Rc F Track
- lexus.com — Models / 2015 / Lexus RC Brochure
- lexus.com — Models / 2015 / MY15 RCF Brochure ZMagSetting