2016 Lexus RC coupe expands its lineup with new turbocharged engines

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Lexus has announced that their RC luxury sport coupe will be getting new engine variants this coming 2016. The Japanese luxury car manufacturer is expanding the RC lineup with the new RC 200t and RC 300 AWD. The growing RC coupe lineup gives drivers more horsepower options that will suit their driving needs.

The Lexus RC coupe will be getting two new powertrain options.

The first addition is the RC 200t model, which will be available as a rear-wheel drive only. The new model is propelled by a 2.0-liter twin-scroll turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The new engine provides 241 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds and has a top speed of 143 mph. Fuel economy is estimated at 26 mpg combined, 22 mpg for city driving and 26 mpg for highway driving. 

The car company will also offer an optional F Sport package for the RC 200t. Price for the RC 200t starts at $40,935.

Lexus has also added the RC 300 AWD. It is a more affordable version of the RC 350 and is priced at $43,550. It comes as an all-wheel drive propelled by a 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It provides 255 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. It can go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds and has a top speed of 130 mph. In terms of fuel economy, Lexus estimates its rating at 21 mpg combined, 19 mpg for city driving and 26 mpg for highway driving. 

Aside from the engine upgrades, the 2016 Lexus RC lineup will also be getting other optional features including orange brake calipers, limited slip differential and performance dampers. Lexus is also introducing a new Eminent White Pearl exterior paint color that will replace the Starfire Pearl paint color. 

Drivers can also purchase the Enform Service Connect that allows them to remotely view information about their car from their mobile devices. Information includes maintenance alerts, warning light notifications and a vehicle health report. Push notifications will send diagnostic information and required maintenance reminders. The Enform Service Connect also comes with a one-year complimentary subscription. 

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