Another model under the Lexus “Radical Coupe” series is the Lexus RC F, a leveled up version always ready to compete. From its handsome front to its well-designed rear, every detail in its sculpted exterior is engineered to assist its superb and proven aerodynamic powers. Inside, it is equipped with the latest innovations in safety, convenience, and comfort to ensure a memorable riding experience. The Lexus RC F is locally offered in White Nova Glass Flake, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black Glass Flake, Red Radiant Contrast Layering, Naples Yellow, and Radiant Blue Contrast Layering.
Launch
The Lexus RC F was introduced at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Sales in the US and other parts of the world started in the same year.
In 2018, a limited edition Nebula Gray Lexus RC F was made available to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Lexus F high-performance line. Ultra-rich leather with a blue tone and carbon fiber highlights dominated the cabin of the coupe.
In 2019, a Lexus RC F Track Edition was revealed at the 2019 North American International Auto Show. The leveled-up release offered in gray and white with red dominated interior featured carbon-ceramic brake rotors, 19-inch wheels, exhaust pipes, carbon fiber details, a titanium muffler, and a lighter body.
In the same year, a newly-fitted Lexus RC F was launched by Lexus Manila, Inc. at their grand showroom in the Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
A luxurious coupe designed for performance
Exterior
The Lexus RC F measures 4,710mm long, 2,050mm wide, 1,390mm tall with a 2,730mm wheelbase. It comes with a well-sculpted, athletic body painted with high vibrance exudes a refined sophistication the Japanese company is widely known for. Highlights include a domed hood, sleek auto-leveling LED headlamps, LED daytime running lights, a more defined spindle grille, F-shaped LED tail lights, LED fog lamps, flared fenders, efficient cooling ducts, and quad tailpipe diffuser. Supporting this gorgeous coupe is a set of sturdy 19-inch aluminum wheels with Michelin Pilot Super Tires.
Interior
If you like staring at the detailed body of the Lexus RC F, you’ll love staying inside its luxuriously packed interior. It is furnished with notable fixtures such as Sports steering wheel in perforated leather, carbon-cloth interior trim, comfortable seats wrapped in semi-aniline material, eight-way adjusting front seat with three memory, seat heater, and dual-zone air conditioning system, and a 4.2-inch multi-information display system.
Technology & Safety Features
Providing entertainment and other necessary functions is a 7-inch electro multi-vision display with navigation and Bluetooth connectivity.
In terms of safety, the Lexus RC F comes with eight SRS airbags, hill start assist, anti-lock braking system, brake assist, vehicle stability control, traction control, child lock protection, sensors for clearance and reverse, back guide monitor, and rain-sensing wipers.
Platform & Chassis
The Lexus RC F is a rear-wheel-drive vehicle built with a front Double Wishbone suspension and a rear multi-link suspension. Its braking power is assisted by a 380mm front ventilated disc and rear 345mm ventilated disc.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the Lexus RC F is a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is guaranteed to produce 472 horsepower with 530 Newton meters.