Lexus RC vs Subaru BRZ
Overview
| Models Car models are the different versions or designs of cars made by a manufacturer, each with unique features, styles, and configurations. | RC 300 BRZ Premium |
| Year typically refers to the model year of a vehicle, which indicates its design and production cycle rather than the actual manufacturing date. | 2025 2025 |
| Combined MPG Combined MPG is the average number of miles a vehicle can travel per gallon of fuel, calculated by blending city and highway driving figures. | 25 MPG 22 MPG |
| Drive Type A car's drive type refers to which wheels receive power from the engine. For example, front-wheel drive (FWD) powers the front wheels, rear-wheel drive (RWD) powers the rear, and all-wheel drive (AWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) power all four wheels. | rear wheel drive rear wheel drive |
| Total Seating Car total seating refers to the maximum number of passengers a car can accommodate, including the driver. | 4 4 |
| Cargo Capacity Car cargo capacity is the measurement of the space available in a vehicle for storing items, typically given in cubic feet or liters. | 10.4 cu.ft. 6.3 cu.ft. |
| Curb Weight Car curb weight is the weight of a vehicle with all standard equipment, fluids, and a full tank of fuel, but without passengers or cargo. | 3,737 lbs. 2,820 lbs. |
| Basic Warranty A Basic Warranty is a manufacturer’s promise to repair or replace parts of a product if they prove defective within a specified period. | 4 yr./ 50,000 mi. 3 yr./ 36,000 mi. |
| Dealerships Car dealerships are businesses that sell new or used vehicles directly to consumers, often providing financing, trade-ins, and maintenance services. |
10025 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, United States Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) |
Fuel & MPG / Battery & Range
| Fuel type Fuel type refers to the kind of energy source used to power an engine or appliance, such as gasoline, diesel, electricity, or alternative fuels. | Premium unleaded (required) Premium unleaded (required) |
| EPA city/highway MPG EPA city/highway MPG refers to the estimated miles per gallon a car gets in city driving and on highways, as measured by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. | 21/31 MPG 20/27 MPG |
| EPA combined MPG EPA combined MPG stands for Environmental Protection Agency Combined Miles per Gallon. It estimates a vehicle’s fuel efficiency by averaging its performance in both city and highway driving conditions. | 25 MPG 22 MPG |
| Range in miles (city/hwy) Car range refers to the distance a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel (or a full battery charge) and is usually measured separately for city driving—which often gives a lower range due to stop-and-go traffic—and highway driving, where steady speeds generally result in a higher range. | 367.5/542.5 mi. 264.0/356.4 mi. |
| Fuel tank capacity A car's fuel tank capacity is the maximum amount of fuel it can hold, usually measured in liters or gallons. | 17.5 gal. 13.2 gal. |
| CO2 Emissions Car CO₂ emissions refer to the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere by a vehicle’s engine as it burns fuel. | 5.8 tons 6.3 tons |
Engine
| Base engine size The car’s base engine size usually refers to its engine displacement, which is the total volume of all the cylinders (measured in liters or cubic centimeters). | 2.0 L 2.4 L |
| Cylinders Car cylinders are the chambers in an engine where the combustion of fuel occurs, driving pistons to create mechanical power. | Inline 4 Flat 4 |
| Base engine type A car’s base engine type refers to its fundamental design—typically the configuration (like inline, V-type, or boxer) and the fuel it uses (gasoline, diesel, etc.). | Gas Gas |
| Horsepower Car horsepower is a unit of power that measures how much work an engine can perform, with one horsepower roughly equal to 746 watts. | 241 hp @ 5,200 rpm 228 hp @ 7,000 rpm |
| Torque Car torque is a measure of the engine's twisting force, indicating its ability to accelerate the vehicle and overcome resistance. | 258 lb-ft @ 1,650 rpm 184 lb-ft @ 3,700 rpm |
| Valves Car valves are engine components that control the intake of air and fuel and the exhaust of combustion gases. | 16 16 |
| Cam type generally refers to the configuration of an engine’s camshaft(s). For example, engines can have a single overhead cam (SOHC) or dual overhead cam (DOHC) layout, each affecting valve timing and engine performance differently. | Double overhead cam (DOHC) Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Valve timing Valve timing is the process of precisely controlling when the engine's intake and exhaust valves open and close to optimize performance and efficiency. | Variable Variable |
| Dual fuel injection | Standard Standard |
Towing & Hauling
| Max Towing Capacity | N/A N/A |
Drivetrain
| Transmission A car transmission is the system that transfers power from the engine to the wheels, using different gear ratios to control speed and torque. | 8-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual |
| Drive Type A car's drive type refers to which wheels receive power from the engine. For example, front-wheel drive (FWD) powers the front wheels, rear-wheel drive (RWD) powers the rear, and all-wheel drive (AWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) power all four wheels. | Rear wheel drive Rear wheel drive |
| Rear limited slip differential | Standard |
Suspension
| Four-wheel independent suspension | Standard Standard |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | Standard Standard |
Dimensions
| Length | 185.0 in. 167.9 in. |
| Overall width with mirrors | 80.6 in. |
| Overall width without mirrors | 72.4 in. 69.9 in. |
| Height | 54.9 in. 51.6 in. |
| Wheelbase A car's wheelbase is the distance between the centers of its front and rear wheels. | 107.5 in. 101.4 in. |
| EPA interior volume | 94.2 cu.ft. 83.5 cu.ft. |
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 10.4 cu.ft. 6.3 cu.ft. |
| Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time | 7.3 seconds |
| Turning circle The car turning circle is the smallest circular path a vehicle can complete, reflecting its maneuverability. | 34.2 ft. 35.4 ft. |
| Ground clearance he distance from the lowest part of the car to the ground. This measurement is important because it determines how well a car can handle rough or uneven terrain. | 5.1 in. |
| Curb Weight Car curb weight is the weight of a vehicle with all standard equipment, fluids, and a full tank of fuel, but without passengers or cargo. | 3,737 lbs. 2,820 lbs. |
| Gross weight Car gross weight is the total weight of the vehicle including passengers, cargo, fuel, and all additional equipment. | 4,820 lbs. |
| Country of final assembly A car’s country of final assembly is the nation where the vehicle is put together into its final form, regardless of where its parts were produced. | Japan Japan |
Front Seat Dimensions
| Leatherette | Standard |
| Front head room | 39.0 in. 37.0 in. |
| Front leg room | 45.4 in. 41.5 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 54.7 in. 53.6 in. |
| Front hip room | 53.9 in. 52.4 in. |
| Cloth | Standard Standard |
| Bucket front seats | Standard Standard |
| 8-way power driver seat | Standard |
| Height adjustable driver seat | Standard Standard |
| Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support | Standard |
| 6-way power passenger seat | Standard |
| Height adjustable passenger seat | Standard Standard |
| Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support | Standard |
| Multi-level heated driver seat | Standard |
| Multi-level heated passenger seat | Standard |
Rear Seat Dimensions
| Rear head room | 34.8 in. 33.5 in. |
| Rear leg room | 27.3 in. 29.9 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 50.8 in. 51.7 in. |
| Rear hip room | 44.9 in. 45.2 in. |
| Reclining rear seats | Standard |
| Folding center armrest | Standard |
In-Car Entertainment
| Display size | 8.0" 8.0" |
| Total speakers | 10 6 |
| AM/FM stereo | Standard Standard |
| Surround audio surround audio (discrete) | Standard |
| Android Auto/Apple CarPlay | Standard Standard |
| USB connection | Standard Standard |
| USB with external media control | Standard Standard |
| Satellite radio satellite radio | Standard |
| 3 months of provided satellite radio service | Standard Standard |
Power Feature
| 4 one-touch power windows | Standard |
| Hands-free entry | Standard Standard |
| Heated mirrors | Standard Standard |
Instrumentation
| Trip computer | Standard Standard |
| Compass | Standard Standard |
| External temperature display | Standard Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
Tires & Wheels
| Alloy wheels | Standard |
| Painted alloy wheels | Standard |
| Tires Size | 235/45R18 215/45R W |
| Wheels Size | 18 x 8.0 17 x 7.5 |
| All season tires | Standard |
Telematics
| Emergency Service | Standard N/A |
| Airbag Deployment Notification | Standard |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance | Standard |
| Roadside Assistance | Standard |
Warranty
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50,000 mi. 3 yr./ 36,000 mi. |
| Drivetrain | 6 yr./ 70,000 mi. 5 yr./ 60,000 mi. |
| Rust | 6 yr./ unlimited mi. 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 yr./ 36,000 mi. |
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