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2017 Lexus RC Consumer Reviews

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4.5
(633 reviews)
2017 Lexus RC
5
85%
4
1%
3
2%
2
2%
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11%
85%
Recommend this vehicle
Value
4.4
Performance
4.5
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.4
Reliability
4.5
Styling
4.5
2017 RC Overview
Among the 633 owners who provided feedback on the 2017 Lexus RC for Kelley Blue Book, consumer sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with 85% recommending the vehicle. As a whole, consumers found the vehicle's performance and quality to be its strongest features and value to be its weakest. 537 out of 633 of owners (85% of them) rank the 2017 RC five out of five stars. Overall, consumers seem aligned in their opinions of the 2017 Lexus RC. Is it the right vehicle for for you? Check out Kelley Blue Book's consumer reviews and see for yourself.
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Most Helpful Reviews

Positive Review

"Stylish and it's fun"

I, been always happy with my car. Bought this new. Warranty coverages are great. Absolutely no problem's at all with this car. It gets good gas mileage. I, have to use premium, but this car to me.. I'm not complaining. It's a nice luxury sports car and looks good.


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Critical Review

"Pointless!!"

Not as fun as I thought after awhile. This car drives nice, but it's expensive for repairs. Being a luxury lexus it's cost is high. Awd rear system going out bad clinking sound, had to get the car towed for the repairs. I'm also noticing the market value depreciation is dropping as well. Maybe it's time to trade it in.

2017 RC Reviews

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Taylor
4/7/2025
Fast and luxurious
Pros

Fast, reliable

Cons

Hard to find with limited production

Most of the bad reviews aren't for the RCF, which is different than the RC F-Sport. The RCF has a 5.0L v8 with 472hp. Plenty of power, quick shifting transmission, and great quality/build.

Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Cargirl24
9/10/2024
Great Performance and Reliability

Having previously owned a Toyota, returning to the brand with an upscale model has been incredibly exciting. Toyota's Lexus continues to impress with its effortless performance and unwavering reliability, giving me peace of mind about potential breakdowns. Maintenance is minimal, covering only the essentials without any unnecessary extras. This car offers a smooth, quiet, and agile driving experience. Yet, it also has a playful side, delivering impressive speed and a satisfying sound when you need it.

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Cramer
8/16/2024
Forget this vehicle
Pros

No

Cons

Trade in value, two door coupe

Very bad resale value drop. One of the most unpopular vehicles ever made. They don't hold there value reputation. Two door coupe V6 terrible fuel mileage. It's not worth getting involved with this vehicle.

Value
1.0
Performance
1.0
Quality
1.0
Comfort
1.0
Reliability
1.0
Styling
1.0
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Bern
7/5/2024
Bad reputation
Cons

Complete Lemon

Value is very low on these cars. They are not comfortable, back seat is useless. Fuel mileage not good. Performance is under powered. Not impressive enough after awhile.

Value
1.0
Performance
1.0
Quality
1.0
Comfort
1.0
Reliability
1.0
Styling
1.0
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Roland
6/17/2024
"Value to be it's weakest"
Pros

Not really much

Cons

Value is terrible

"The value doesn't hold" It drops down really fast. As for the performance, there is none. This car is slow. The toyota camry trd is quicker than this vehicle. This TV has a nice body design. Quality is so,so it could be better. The front seats are comfy, just forget the rear seating. The stereo is nice, but the mouse touch pad sucks. It's just old school with no newer updates. I, personally wouldn't buy this car again. The four door sedan is a better choice.

Value
1.0
Performance
1.0
Quality
1.0
Comfort
1.0
Reliability
1.0
Styling
1.0
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Vander
6/13/2024
Complete Lemon
Pros

No

Cons

Value sucks, reliability sucks

Bad resale value, not reliable enough. Not impressive after awhile. Uncomfortable seats, no performance. Sluggish transmission. Not a good choice car.. 2 door coupe

Value
1.0
Performance
1.0
Quality
1.0
Comfort
1.0
Reliability
1.0
Styling
1.0
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Rodrigo B
6/11/2024
Rc 350 F sport
Pros

Everything

Cons

Not the v8.

Amazing car.. need a RC F after owing this.... The looks & gauge + the blue mecca hits different. Can't wait for the F !

Value
5.0
Performance
4.0
Quality
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
5.0
Styling
5.0
Recommends this vehicle
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Carli
6/11/2024
POOR QUALITY
Cons

Entire car experience

You get what you pay for, Cheap Quality!! Resale value drops very fast. Terrible fuel mileage, high cost maintenance up keep. Transmission is cheap standard garbage. Leather already cracking for being a newer car. Having a coupe 2 doors sucks.

Value
1.0
Performance
1.0
Quality
1.0
Comfort
1.0
Reliability
1.0
Styling
1.0
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