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2021 Lexus

RC 300

Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Lexus RC 300: best and worst years
2021 Lexus RC 300 (photo 1 of 3)

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Overview

Body
Subcompact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
25 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
357 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
185 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
72 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
55 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
107 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,891 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
0
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

46 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Feb 14, 2023EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)LSB004319

    OBSOLETE NOTICE February 14, 2023: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-23

  • Feb 14, 2023EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)LSB000723

    TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation reset while entering a destination. ?Voice command does not recognize Starbucks. ??Unable to establish audio connection? message, and Alexa is unable to resume after Android AutoTM interruption. ?Soft buttons grayed Out during panoramic view monitor transition. ?HV

  • Jun 27, 2022POWER TRAINLSB001522

    TSB: Some 2013 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with a 2WD drivetrain and the F Sport package may exhibit a clicking noise from the front wheel area during slow (parking lot) speed turns. The clicking noise that can be heard during sharp turns is a normal condition for certain vehicles originally equipped with a lightweight two-piece aluminum rotor assembly. For customers who find this objectionable, an alternative steel rotor is available. Before performing the repair in this bulletin,

  • Jun 20, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGLSB002121Rev1

    TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

  • Jun 7, 2022EQUIPMENTTECHNICAL INSTRU

    TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS.

  • May 13, 2022COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICSLTT031622

    TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.

  • May 11, 2022ELECTRICAL SYSTEMService Campaign

    DP: Due to improper programming of the Data Communication Module (DCM), which provides cellular communication in various situations, including emergencies, the driver and Safety Connect operator may not be able to hear each other?s voices during a Safety Connect call

  • Apr 27, 2022EQUIPMENT22LC01 Technical

    TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 22LC01 DATA COMMUNICATION MODULE (DCM) REPROGRAMMING CERTAIN 2021 MODEL YEAR IS300, IS350, LC500, LC500h, LC500C, LS500, LS500h, NX300, NX300h, RC300, RC350, RC F CERTAIN 2021-2022 RX350, RX350L, RX450h, RX450hL CERTAIN 2022 GX460

  • and 38 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
1 yr / 10k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 150k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.