Item: 2018 Lexus RC F
Rating: 7.9
Author: Andrew Chesterton

Lexus RC F 2018 review: snapshot

The RC F is the angriest member of the RC family. (image: Andrew Chesterton)

The rear spoiler is an integrated lip that forms part of the boot. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

It cuts a fine and athletic figure on the road. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

The RC looks terrific. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

The F Sport range scores quad pipes, separated by a slinky rear diffuser. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

The boot has a fixed 423 litres of space. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

Climb inside, and you'll find a quality - if slightly dated interior. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

Climb into the back and you'll find the space cramped for anyone but kids. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

The RC F packs a 5.0-litre V8 engine that will fire 351kW/530Nm toward the rear wheels. (image: Andrew Chesterton)

Step up to the F Sport Trim and you'll get bigger 19-inch alloys. (RC F pictured) (image: Andrew Chesterton)

The RC F is the angriest member of the RC family, packing a 5.0-litre V8 engine that will fire 351kW/530Nm toward the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic.

It can be had in two guises; the standard RC F ($138,100) and the RC F Carbon ($152,300), both of which arrive with adaptive suspension, along with the best equipment from the regular RC range (Mark Levinson stereo, 19-inch alloy wheels, heated and ventilated seats, etc). The Carbon edition than focuses on further weight savings, through lightweight roof and body panels, as well as an active rear wing.

Standard safety across the RC range includes dual front and front-side airbags, as well as front airbags for the second row. You'll also find a knee airbag for both driver and front-seat passenger. Forward collision warning with AEB (and pedestrian protection) is standard fit, too, and so are front and rear parking sensors and a parking camera.

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Lexus RC F 2018: Carbon

Engine Type	V8, 5.0L
Fuel Type	Premium Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency	10.9L/100km (combined)
Seating	4
Price From	$57,860 - $66,550

Range and Specs

Vehicle	Specs	Price*
rc-f Base	5.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$50,380 - $57,970
rc-f Carbon	5.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$57,860 - $66,550
rc-f Special Edition (10TH Anni)	5.0L, Premium Unleaded Petrol, 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC	$77,990 - $89,650

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*Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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