Does the 2021 Lexus RC need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$288extra 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 (2021) 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 | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 300 AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| 350 RWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 300 F SPORT RWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 350 AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| 300 F SPORT AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| 350 F SPORT RWD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| 350 F SPORT AWD | 3.5L | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| RC F RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| RC F Fuji Speedway Edition RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Lexus RC | 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Lexus RC-F | RC RC 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2021 INFINITI Q60 | PURE RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Toyota Supra | GR 2.0 Auto RWD | Premium |
| 2021 BMW 4 Series | 430i RWD | Premium |
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