Lexus RC 2018 300
Lexus RC 2018 2.0 petrol description
Coupe Lexus RC 2018 300 is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 241 horsepower and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1650 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Twin Scroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 180 up to 300 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Lexus RC 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.9 litres.
Lexus RC 2018 300 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
Lexus RC 2018 300 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
Lexus RC 2018 300 fuel consumption is 9.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Lexus RC 2018 version, city fuel economy - 11.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
Lexus RC 2018 300 technical data
| Model: | Lexus RC 300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 241 HP | Torque: | 350 NM ON 1650 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 11.2 (urban) 7.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.71m (length) 1.39m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
| Seats: | 4 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 294 litres | ||
Lexus RC 2018 300 engine 8AR-FTS
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1998 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Lexus RC 2018 300 oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.9 litres (5.2 quarts) |
| Power | 231 - 245 HP |
| Torque | 350 NM ON 1650 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Toyota |
| Start of production (year) | 2014 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Lexus IS Lexus RX Lexus GS Lexus NX |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Lexus RC coupe [2018 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lexus RC 2018 2.0 300
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 241 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Lexus RC 2018 3.5 300 V6 4x4 | 3.5 Petrol | 260 HP | 11.2 l/100km | All wheel |
| Lexus RC 2018 3.5 350 V6 | 3.5 Petrol | 311 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Lexus RC 2018 3.5 350 V6 4x4 | 3.5 Petrol | 311 HP | 11.2 l/100km | All wheel |
|
Lexus RC 2018 F Track Edition 5.0 V8
Most powerfull version (472 HP) |
5.0 Petrol | 472 HP | 12.3 l/100km | Rear wheel |