Does the 2020 Lexus RC need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$300extra a year
- Premium listed for the 300 RWD.
- All 10 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 93% of 29 coupes (2020) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 300 AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| 350 RWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 300 F SPORT RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| 350 AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| 300 F SPORT AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| 350 F SPORT RWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 350 F SPORT AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| RC F RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| RC F Track Edition RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Lexus RC | 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2020 INFINITI Q60 | 3.0t Pure RWD | Premium |
| 2020 Lexus RC-F | RC RC 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2020 Audi TT | AWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree