Lexus RC 350 — All Years
We have Lexus RC 350 specifications on file for 11 model years, 2015–2025, covering coupe trims. EPA data lists a single engine, the 3.5L 6-cyl. Combined fuel economy runs from 25 to 28 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 26–28 | 239 | — | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 26–28 | 239 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 26–28 | 239 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 26–28 | 239 | — | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 26–28 | 239 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 25–28 | 241 | — | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 25–28 | 241 | — | 3 | 4 |
| 2018 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 25–28 | 241 | — | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 25–26 | 246 | — | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 25–26 | 246 | — | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Premium Gasoline | 25–26 | 249 | — | 2 | 13 |
Best and Worst Lexus RC 350 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 7 Lexus RC 350 model years from 2015 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 2 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 3.5L 6-cyl — 2015–2025
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Lexus RC 350 covered on this site?
We have data for 11 model years of the Lexus RC 350, from 2015 to 2025.
What engines does the Lexus RC 350 come with?
EPA data lists: 3.5L 6-cyl (2015–2025).
Which Lexus RC 350 year has the best fuel economy?
The 2025 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 28 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Lexus RC 350 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Lexus RC 350 model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2019 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (3), and the 2015 has the most owner complaints (13). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2022 and 2025. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Lexus RC 350?
The Lexus RC 350 is classed as a coupe on this site.
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