Compared to the first day, the second day at any auto show is usually much more... Well, boring. But not this year-- this year Lexus saw fit to un-cage perhaps the most refined beast on display in Detroit: The striking RC F Coupe.
To start, the RC F is based on the much less aggressive RC 350 coupe (which is itself based on the midsize IS luxury sedan), and is designed to give the likes of the BMW 4-Series and Audi A5 series a run for their money. But that's really like comparing apples to oranges; the RC F is in a whole other league all together.
The story of the RC F is defined by combinations of letters and numbers, and most loudly by its 5.0-liter V-8 engine, which produces more than 450 horsepower-- a leader in the segment.
To start, the RC F is based on the much less aggressive RC 350 coupe (which is itself based on the midsize IS luxury sedan), and is designed to give the likes of the BMW 4-Series and Audi A5 series a run for their money. But that's really like comparing apples to oranges; the RC F is in a whole other league all together.
The story of the RC F is defined by combinations of letters and numbers, and most loudly by its 5.0-liter V-8 engine, which produces more than 450 horsepower-- a leader in the segment.
The move to use a traditional V-8 in an era when many manufacturers are downsizing engine sizes for the sake of fuel economy is a bold one, but one that had to be made. That's not to say, however, that the powerplant will make liberal use of fuel; we fully expect a full range of industry leading fuel saving tech to make an appearance in the RC F. Also worth noting is the silky smooth eight-speed automatic that routes power through the rear wheels.
Most noticeably, though, are the car's looks. It blends graceful curves with an aggressive stance to create a body style that caught almost everyone's eye at the Detroit Auto Show. Style, power, and luxury-- these are the things that define a Lexus, and the RC F is a paragon of these ideals. We can't wait to have you test drive one!
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