Lexus RC Coupe
When you delve into the lives of the rich and famous and you experience a little of their top-tier transport tastes, like I have, the thought of climbing back into my rusty old banger came with certain trepidation, but I still dig her, because she gets me from A to B with spluttering regularity.
But, let's talk Lexus. Wow. What a vehicle. What a range of vehicles offering consummate style, premium performance and refined class, plus a little extra, that is not found in the BMW and Mercedes ranges. Why I don’t quite know, but I would choose a Lexus over each of these competitor brands. Smart people purchase from the Lexus brand. Smart people with style!
The RC coupe is a sexy beast with sleek distinctive, if not edgy, lines which showcase the large spindle grille below its angular headlights with LED incorporation, all of which accentuate the smooth, flowing contours of its curvacious design. The RC has similar dimensions to the IS sedan, yet as a coupe, it will be pitted against the likes of the Audi A5 and the BMW 4-series.
Lexus makes a bold statement with the introduction of their coupe and if their sedan range is anything to go by, this vehicle should become another winner.
Rims and tyres come in two formats with either an 18-inch or 19-inch choice that will allow your butt to properly feel the road underneath you and add that all-important grip when putting her through her paces. I don't know why I am calling the Lexus RC Coupe a her, but I suppose it's a continuation from my vehicle which is nicknamed Sizza.
In the engine compartment, recently showcased at the Tokyo Motor Show, the RC will come with two engine variants, which are the 234kW 3.5-litre V6 engine teamed with an eight-speed sequential transmission and the RC 300h hybrid which will be manufactured with a 131kW 2.5-litre petrol unit (total system output is 220kW) mated to an ECVT transmission linked to an electric motor. No performance figures are available yet, but it is clear that this vehicle will be quick. More details will be available at launch time from the Lexus dealers.
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