Car leasing: 2016 Lexus RC
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.1 to 11.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.1 to 11.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2016 Lexus RC for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2016 Lexus RC specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.6 L/100 km | 12.3 L/100 km | 12.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.4 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 216 g/km | 246 g/km | 258 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $15.93 | $18.55 | $19.43 |
2016 Lexus RC: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 22 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 28 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 26 | 25 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 283 L (10 cu ft) | 283 L (10 cu ft) | 283 L (10 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,150 | US$3,750 | US$3,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,186 | $3,710 | $3,886 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2016 Lexus RC
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel/propulsion system (2), unknown or other (2) and vehicle speed control (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V222000 | 2026-04-08 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail. |
| 18V107000 | 2018-02-14 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lexus GS F, 2018 LC500, and 2015-2018 Lexus RC F vehicles, equipped with 5.0L V8 2UR-GSE engines with two high pressure fuel pumps. Specific operating conditions may result in damage to the pulsation damper in one of the high pressure... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2016 Lexus RC for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2016 Lexus RC for sale by us right now. CarmaCars is not a leasing company. You can rent month to month and stop at the end of any booking. This page puts the 2016 Lexus RC in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other and vehicle speed control; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Engine and fuel
It runs the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with rear-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
Its combined rating is 9.1 L/100 km, which means roughly 27 litres for 300 km. For 1,000 km, budget about $159.30 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,150 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends.
Living with the RC
As a small car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Its 283 litres of luggage space fit about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the RC first, and buy only if it fits your life. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Narrowing it down
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,150 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular.
Make a request
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2016 Lexus RC from us first.
Ask us about the 2016 Lexus RC
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2016 Lexus RC for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2016 Lexus RC
Does CarmaCars sell the 2016 Lexus RC?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2016 Lexus RC before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2016 Lexus RC have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2016 Lexus RC cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,150 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3186.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.