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Lexus · Sports Car · 2015–2025

Lexus RC F XC10

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
4.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

477–479 PS

5.0L V8 Benzin

NA V8 meets Lexus reliability — against 300 kg of ballast

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

299–316 PS

3.5L V6 D-4S Benzin

3 weaknesses

Good Choice

Engine Overview

The Lexus RC F XC10 is available with one engine variant at 238 hp.

RC F · Petrol· 472 PS
2015 2025
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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The Lexus RC F (Petrol, 472 PS) has the 2UR-GSE (5.0L V8) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Touchpad infotainment: ergonomic nightmare

Remote Touch trackpad is a major distraction. Input is awkward and imprecise, especially during navigation entry. Replaced by touchscreen from 2024.

Symptoms: Erratic inputs, cursor jumps, significant driver distraction
●Display coating peeling

Anti-glare coating on infotainment display can peel, leaving matte spots. Lexus TSB L-SB-0002-16 covers display lens replacement.

Symptoms: Matte/cloudy spots on display, coating flakes off
from 40,000 km
Ad Lexus multi-display lens RC
 Low
●Active rear spoiler motor failure

Active rear spoiler actuator motor can fail. Spoiler won't deploy or shows error. Replacement motor ~$280.

Symptoms: Spoiler won't raise, clunking noise, 'Rear Spoiler Malfunction' error
from 80,000 km
Ad 8576024010 rear spoiler motor RC F
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
9 complaints · 2015–2025
Fuel System
3
Other
3 ⚠ 1
Body Structure
1
Fuel System
1
Gasoline
1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Fuel System (3 complaints)
⚠ Other (3 complaints)
⚠ Body Structure (1 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Above Average
12 complaints · 2015–2025
Fuel System
4
Seats
3
Other
2
Brakes
2
Airbags
1

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Fuel System (4 complaints)
⚠ Seats (3 complaints)
⚠ Other (2 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 30 weaknesses have been documented for the Lexus RC F XC10 (2015–2025) — 14 engine-related and 16 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, HVAC, Body, Interior. Considered reliable: 2UR-GSE (5.0L V8), 2GR-FKS (3.5L V6 D-4S).

What to watch out for with the Lexus RC F? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Lexus RC F XC10 have? +
The Lexus RC F XC10 has 14 known engine weaknesses and 16 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Lexus RC F XC10? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 2UR-GSE (5.0L V8), 2GR-FKS (3.5L V6 D-4S). The most reliable engine is the 2GR-FKS (3.5L V6 D-4S) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the 2UR-GSE (5.0L V8).
Which Lexus RC F XC10 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Lexus RC F XC10. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Lexus RC F XC10 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Lexus RC F XC10 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} The 2UR-GSE is one of the last big NA V8s in an affordable sport coupe. 472 hp, 7,100 rpm redline, and a sound that ends every argument past 4,000 rpm. Problem: 3,902 lbs. The RC F isn't a surgical instrument like an M4 — it's the hammer that's guaranteed never to break. Track use demands better brakes. Anyone looking for an emotional GT with zero maintenance worries has found their car.
Is the Lexus RC F XC10 worth buying used? +
The Lexus RC F XC10 is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 4 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Lexus RC F XC10? +
The Lexus RC F XC10 is available with engine variants from 238 to 479 hp. Petrol: 2GR-FSE (3.5L V6 D4-S), 8AR-FTS (2.0L Turbo), 2UR-GSE (5.0L V8), 2GR-FKS (3.5L V6 D-4S).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee