2021 BMW 4-Series vs 2021 Lexus RC

2021 BMW 4-Series

2021 Lexus RC

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430i Convertible

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
4 Series 430i Convertible	24	33	$49,885	$53,100
4 Series 430i Coupe	26	34	$42,910	$45,600
4 Series 430i xDrive Coupe	24	33	$44,770	$47,600
4 Series M440i Convertible	23	31	$60,020	$64,000
4 Series M440i xDrive Coupe	22	31	$54,905	$58,500
M4 Competition Coupe	16	23	$69,970	$74,700
M4 Coupe	16	23	$67,275	$71,800

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RC 300 AWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
RC RC 300 AWD	19	26	$41,766	$44,910
RC RC 300 F SPORT AWD	19	26	$45,445	$48,865
RC RC 300 F SPORT RWD	21	31	$43,423	$46,690
RC RC 300 RWD	21	31	$39,263	$42,220
RC RC 350 AWD	19	26	$44,002	$47,315
RC RC 350 F SPORT AWD	19	26	$47,644	$51,230
RC RC 350 F SPORT RWD	20	28	$46,146	$49,620
RC RC 350 RWD	20	28	$41,991	$45,150
RC F RC F RWD	16	24	$61,359	$65,975
RC F RC F Track RWD	16	24	$90,392	$97,200

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$49,885

$41,766

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$53,100

$44,910

Monthly Payment Estimate

$885 / month

$749 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

6.8

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6.0

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The redesigned 2021 BMW 4-Series has evolved into a technology powerhouse with wonderfully responsive powertrains, but the coupe lacks playfulness.

The 2021 Lexus RC sports coupe dials up the fun while still being affordable.

TCC Likes

Responsive, powerful engines
Ride/handling balance
Quality interior

F Sport looks
Powertrain choices
Well-equipped

TCC Dislikes

Options add up quickly
No manual, except in M4
Front grille is divisive

Rear seat best when folded down
F Sport cancels RC F
Odd-duck turbo-4

Fuel Economy

City

24 mpg

19 mpg

Highway

33 mpg

26 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Subcompact Cars

Interior Dimensions

Second Shoulder Room (in)

43.9

50.8

Front Head Room (in)

40.6

Front Shoulder Room (in)

55.1

54.7

Passenger Capacity

Second Leg Room (in)

32.5

27.3

Front Leg Room (in)

41.8

45.4

Second Head Room (in)

36.1

34.8

Passenger Volume (ft³)

83.8

Second Hip Room (in)

44.9

Front Hip Room (in)

53.9

Exterior Dimensions

Track Width, Front (in)

62.3

62.2

Length, Overall (in)

187.9

185

Height, Overall (in)

54.6

55.1

Track Width, Rear (in)

62.7

Wheelbase (in)

112.2

107.5

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

72.9

72.4

Min Ground Clearance (in)

5.3

Brakes

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

13.7

13.2

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

13.6

12.2

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

15.6

17.4

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

34.8

Tires

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Front Tire Order Code

258

Spare Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Size

P225/45HR18

P235/45VR18

Rear Tire Order Code

258

Front Tire Size

P225/45HR18

P235/45VR18

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3918

3891

Wheels

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

18 X 7.5

18 X 8

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

Front Wheel Size (in)

18 X 7.5

18 X 8

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Compact

Engine

Engine Type

Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4

Premium Unleaded V-6

Fuel System

Gasoline Direct Injection

Port/Direct Injection

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

295 @ 1550

236 @ 2000

Engine Order Code

Displacement

2.0 L/122

3.5 L/211

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

255 @ 5000

260 @ 6600

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

Transmission

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

3.36

2.04

Trans Order Code

2TB

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.72

1.00

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

0.82

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

0.58

First Gear Ratio (:1)

5.25

3.52

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

3.15

3.77

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

2.17

1.40

Trans Type

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.14

0.71

Trans Description Cont. Again

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.64

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.71

3.22

Summary

Vehicle Name

BMW 4 Series

Lexus RC

Body Style

Convertible

Coupe

Suspension

Suspension Type - Rear

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

Multi-Link

Suspension Type - Front

Strut

Double Wishbone

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

Strut

Double Wishbone

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

6.5

8.1

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³)

10.4

Electrical

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

100

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