Lexus RC 300 AWD

20162025 · 10 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
22
Best
22

The Lexus RC 300 AWD has been tested by the EPA across 10 different configurations spanning model years 2016 through 2025. Over this period, the RC 300 AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 22 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2025
22
2024
22
2023
22
2022
22
2021
22
2020
21
2019
21
2018
21
2017
21
2016
21

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (RC 300 AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Lexus RC 300 AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Lexus Lexus RC grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
16
Total Deaths
11

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
18.8%
Fire Occurrence
18.8%
Speeding Involved
56.3%
DUI Involved
37.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
8%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2021
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2020
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2019
1
2018
1
2016
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory