2020 Lexus RC F Full Review: Frankenstein's Monster (V8)

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4 жыл бұрын

Complete car review of the Lexus RC F, one of the most underrated luxury coupes on the market, primarily because it has a face only a mother could love... BUT, it carries the naturally aspirated V8 torch for the luxury segment -- not insignificant -- and other than it's visage, it's quite good looking, especially in F trim. It certainly deserved more respect than it gets. What do you think?
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@ZS-xi4xk 4 жыл бұрын

I love Lexus front ends, I don't understand the hate they get. Definitely looks better than the new BMW 4 series.

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

You're correct. The new 4 series front end is hideous.

@BlackstarSI 3 жыл бұрын

100%!👌🏾

@davidding8814 3 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 Yes, but the old one was boring and generic looking as well. Looks are subjective, and to me the RC F looked way better than the indistinguishable BMW sedans and coupes.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

@@davidding8814 I agree in some ways. I think the overall balance of the RCF's design falls short, not the Lexus grill by itself. The LC500 and new IS prove that the grill designcan be elegant and evocative when proportioned correctly. The new M4 is a nightmare from every angle.

@2ZZGE100 3 жыл бұрын

Good review. People sometimes take the whole chassis being built using existing design of three different cars out of context. It is just the design. Chassis is built all as unibody from scratch. Lexus figured, the existing available chassis were not good enough for them to put in their leading sports compact car competing against the M4. Also, Lexus wanted to homologate the RCF for GT3 racing (which it does now and wins). There is so much work that was done to make it the most rigid chassis Lexus had built up until that point (this side of the LFA). Lexus said, it was 50% more rigid than the GS and IS chassis back in 2015. There are braces added everywhere. Underneath, engine bay, behind the rear seats, doors, sills, underbody etc to give it an exceptionally stiff and sporty chassis. Despite being 3900 lbs, it can put almost 1.00 g down on the skidpad as per C&D test. The chassis was designed using existing components, but it is a ground-up built chassis and the suspension was designed just for the RCF. For example, RCF's suspension is 80% different than the RC350's chassis. Rest of it was good review. The throttle response and best transmission shifts happen in sport+ with manual mode on. If one has the TVD then slalom mode is the best one.

@NewShockerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Welp, just bought the RCF... love it so far. It's comfortable and quick. A lot of these reviews saying it's slow or sluggish. I can get that for on the track but honestly on the streets this is WAY more than anything anyone needs . I'm hoping it's typical lexus/toyota quality and maintenance it I hope to be driving it for many years. It's nice having an 8 cylinder. This is my first n/a 8.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Congrats, I think you'll really love it. Thanks for watching!

@hirise9419 4 ай бұрын

@NewShockerGuy Give us an update! 🙌🏿

@NewShockerGuy 4 ай бұрын

@@hirise9419 Still have the car. Enjoy it. Beautiful to look at. I put an Invidia catback exhaust so it sounds like how it should have from the factory. Isn't obnoxious at all. I also added power folding mirrors. That was an expensive mod but totally worth it. I'm now looking at getting a 992 GTS...lol. I'll still keep the RCF. It's a wonderful car that you don't see everywhere.

@twanjr 4 жыл бұрын

This intro is amazing! The RC F and the GS F are very underrated.

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! And, yes, they are!

@AutoAcademics 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic edits, JAX. I think the grille works with the bulging fender flares of this RCF. And you're correct, the powertrain is sweet! Aging (read: old?) technology on this one, but still a great drive that you want to drive everyday...all day. I call it Lexus Magic.👍🏾

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah, the Lexus ride has to be experienced to be believed. Really well done!

@raafidk 4 жыл бұрын

I swear this is the most underrated youtube channel out there, its unfortunate because these videos are SO GOOD!!!

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it! I just keep grinding. The views will come... eventually 😜

@mattkleinjr.5075 9 ай бұрын

Good job with the review, I've owned the 2015 perf package black on black RC F for last five years, with great reliability and that masterpiece of an engine.

@jax1079 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! And thanks for watching 🙏🏻

@sm-zn8xm 4 жыл бұрын

Give it 5 to 6 more years more people going to want the rc f with this v8 for the fun of it

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely right, and it’ll still work, too.

@KLRGT500KR 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 Lexus RCF carbon fiber/TVD model (the highest upgrade below the TE) and your review is pretty much spot on. I have had it for 3 years and the engine never gets old. The added rigidity has both its good side and bad side. The added weight is because of the reinforcements in the doors, sills, in the trunk and also underbody. It is around 3900 lbs, but everything these days weighs more because of all of the engineering, but it is only a few tenths slower than the M4 around most of the tracks. Anyway, good review overall and I get lots of compliments from everyone in real life of how it looks.

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻 Yeah, it’s a really fun car, and I think any performance difference between the RC F and the M4 will be made up in trips to the dealer and long term reliability. 😉

@KLRGT500KR 4 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 Yes, I had zero problems in 3 years of ownership. Regarding question of the GSF, I drove the GSF as well. It is a great car as well. Major difference between the two cars, is the size. RCF is a lot smaller than GSF so it feels more nimbler and more responsive with the short wheelbase and also somewhat stiffer chassis/suspension. It is also lighter by around 100 lbs. However, you get a lot more practicality in the GSF in return and TVD comes standard. Also, the car has a jekyll and hyde personality. In order to get everything most aggressive, it needs to be in sport+ and manual. It stiffens up everything. The steering, throttle response, AVS (Mine is a 2016 so it is stiff all the time) etc. Also, when you keep it in high rpms, it will be the most responsive since it assumes you are at the track since one is always in high rpms on the race track. Cheers!

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

KLRGT500KR Thanks for the info! Makes me want to drive it even more. Maybe I can pick up a good used one down the road... 😉👍🏻

@kchen101 3 жыл бұрын

@@KLRGT500KR does the car rev more like an old school honda with VTEC?

@KLRGT500KR 3 жыл бұрын

@@kchen101 It revs very fast and most of the power is in the high rpms. However, the powerband is very broad. The power is available from 4000 rpm all the way to just under 7500 rpm. It is a flat powerband with a surge at the top rpm. So, it is not like VTEC where power is only at high rpm and nothing below it. However, it does surge at the top rpm and also the engine is very rev happy and revs very freely considering it is a big 5.0 Liter V8. It feels like a much smaller engine.

@TRIOStories 4 жыл бұрын

As always, the cinematography is beautiful! I AM HERE for the swap from day to night as well. Such a good job, love it.

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks! Also, fun fact: those were two completely different shots from different days that just happened to work like that. When I was editing and noticed it, I was like “yes please!” 🤣

@TRIOStories 4 жыл бұрын

JAX I LOVE it when that happens. It's my favourite thing. 😂I'm like "people will legit think I came up with this".

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Fake it until you make it! 😎

@nacho7614 3 жыл бұрын

Your intro! Man thought it was a Lexus commercial. Best review of the RCF by far. Your humor and articulation translates loud and clear. Hope you get to drive a GSF. I test drove one and went 0-60 at each light. haha. But felt like a boat to me so didn’t go with it. It was the RCF for me. I prefer the small cabin feel and have never owned a two door either. Def subscribed hope to see more content man! Cheers.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! I appreciate the kind words, and I'm glad you're enjoying the RCF. Thanks for watching!

@minimcewen 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Never been to your channel--love it. Great quality--dialog--images. Ditto--had to see it in person and it changed my opinion on the looks, very distinctive. Colors are unique--hard to compare to others. Thanks for making the video---great aid in decision making.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! And thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

@veeman2939 4 жыл бұрын

ha..this guy is the anti Doug Demuro...5 stars!

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

@LoLPhuocDat 3 жыл бұрын

wait those opening cinematics are so good and that intro about your beard and the infinity is so funny wtffff who are you how have I not heard about you yet !!?

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Now you have 😉👍🏻 Thanks for watching!

@LCculater 7 ай бұрын

Great intro and awsome review as expected 😂 my favorite is th LC 500 yellow coupe 👍

@jax1079 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@jaman2366 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing review. Lexus Rcf is an amazing car

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

It's pretty darn good! Thanks for watching!

@davidwade7681 4 жыл бұрын

Badass introduction love it

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

@georgeg1126 3 жыл бұрын

Saw an RCF at a car meet and I feel in love.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Got the track edition right now, so stay tuned for that video 😉👍🏻 Thanks for watching!

@georgeg1126 3 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 awesome man

@snowcountry322 3 жыл бұрын

You r too hard on yourself and the car. The grille is amazing!

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! Thanks for the vote of confidence, and thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

@snowcountry322 3 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 which color do you think looks best on RCF? I have only seen blue and red.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

@@snowcountry322 I'm a big fan of red, but I actually really liked the metallic sort of pearl white of this test car, especially with the gorgeous matching carbon fiber inserts inside. If it was available, I think a dark grey color helps compliment the lines better, but this white and the blue look really nice and bold. Red is probably my least favorite on this particular model.

@snowcountry322 3 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 thanx! Torn bet. e53 and rc f...

@_MIKIMOTO_ 3 жыл бұрын

ＭＡＤＥＩＮＪＡＰＡＮ 🇯🇵

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Yes 😜

@thoopra Жыл бұрын

Amazing intro!

@jax1079 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏🏻

@wayneh1562 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen this in person,very good looking car

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Not bad, huh? Thanks for watching!

@TeXasDadBod 3 жыл бұрын

“Infinities whatever who cares “has me rolling hahaha so true !

@justin2icy 4 жыл бұрын

“Infiniti’s whatever who cares” 😂😂

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 😉👍🏻

@thonebaimanisaeng938 3 жыл бұрын

If you dont like Infiniti then you dont know shit about cars in general. They shit on all American cars and Europeans any day.

@justin2icy 3 жыл бұрын

@@thonebaimanisaeng938 lmao ok bud. If that makes you feel better

@DLPTonyATL 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a four time Lexus owner and currently have a ‘16 350 FSport. I love, Love, LOVE the front end design of these cars! Other than that, we’re on the same page. 😎👍🏽 By the way, the cinematography is first class on this video. I think it rivals Savage Geese’s skill set and it’ll definitely make me check out more from you.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏🏻 I appreciate it. And thanks for watching!

@DLPTonyATL 3 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 You bet, just subscribed. Much respect from Midtown Atlanta!

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Heck yeah! ATL represent!

@anusaek6643 3 жыл бұрын

Peter Mckinnon's Intro Raw, but nice review

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And I politely "borrowed" his intro music after he was done with it 🤣

@t.l.arnold773 4 жыл бұрын

Taking delivery of one next week

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you like it! Thanks for watching!

@t.l.arnold773 4 жыл бұрын

@@jax1079 enjoyed the video and commentary. might include more footage from inside cabin on next video.

@NewShockerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It's funny I think the front end on the RSF is actually one of the nicest out of the Lexus line. My wife has an NX and that front end is so ugly to me. Even the GSF looks like the front end isn't as nice. I just wish the exhaust note was louder. For a NA 8 cylinder making over 400hp it just seems underwhelming. Doesn't have to sound AMG like but open it up somewhat lexus or give variable exhaust button like most other manufactures. Also how tall are you. I'm wondering about the headrest since it's not movable how it would be for a taller person?

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

The front end does work well here, and I think it fits the overall character of the car better than it does on some other models (like the NX). Thanks for watching!

@romeundernero 3 жыл бұрын

Says let’s not beat the dead horse of making fun of the front then proceeds to make fun of the front

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

I'm always super consistent sometimes.

@TeXasDadBod 3 жыл бұрын

Also the face isn’t that bad lol canon it’s not a 2021 buck tooth BMW I don’t like the wheels though they could have been more concave and wider and also the cars weight even though it’s a Gt could be reduced . I have a fully optioned out RCF with carbon fiber roof and wing which doesn’t do anything for the weight but looks way better haha . The exhaust is also extremely heavy and muffled when you add a full aftermarket exhaust it sounds like a built American muscle car . Mustang and Camaro drivers look at me like they are tripping balls and hearing something that shouldn’t be real . One thing I don’t get is why all the car reviewers only try sport mode ?? It also has a Sport + , slalom and track mode . And when you combine the sport + with track mode then turn off traction all the way you unlock expert mode . Which will pop up on the screen . This allows the tires to spin no electronic interruptions quicker throttle more weighted steering and stiffer suspension. Some RCFs have torque vectoring like mine which make a huge difference in cornering . Just saying try the expert mode next time . One more thing when you think you have it floored you actually need to push a bit further till you feel a button of sorts to go down then your actually at full throttle if you look under the gas pedal you see it .

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Good points! Maybe I need to get my hands on an RCF again... 😉👍🏻 Thanks for watching!

@LCculater 2 ай бұрын

You should have your wife drive this machine as she is soooo funny ❤

@jax1079 2 ай бұрын

If we can get our hands on one 😉👍🏻

@umersuleman94 3 жыл бұрын

They just need to get rid of all that poor quality plastic in the interior and I'm ready to make the jump.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

It's pretty high quality plastic, but there's a lot of it. Too much for the price in my opinion, but it's not offensive, just not very stylish in some areas.

@psumiz 4 жыл бұрын

The seats looks wide AF until u sit on it. It doesnt look as wide as the photos

@jax1079 4 жыл бұрын

They’re really great seats! Although it must be noted that I’m 6’6” 230lbs, so they might fit an average sized person a little differently. 😉👍🏻

@thonebaimanisaeng938 3 жыл бұрын

The front end is what makes it look good. Without it it would just look like a normal car. It is the essence of the rc and or lexus. I think its only you that don't like the front not the masses. In that case I dont know why you made this elaborated video on this car if you dont even like the front end. I know i wouldn't and waste my time on it.

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Then why are you wasting your time commenting on it...? 🤔

@Manc-fh5we 3 жыл бұрын

I’d love one but what is a V8 dinosaur going to be worth in 5 years time? 😢

@jax1079 3 жыл бұрын

Hard to say, actually. You could also look at it as a bit of a unicorn since it's still naturally aspirated, which would make it even more desirable. If you're not using it as a daily, it might retain some level of value in the next decade. Only time will tell. Thanks for watching! 🙏🏻

@lexusrc3507 4 жыл бұрын

I think this would be a wonderful opportunity to pause for a moment and give thanks for the great contributions of the Black community to our society. Their peaceful and generous nature make them ideal neighbors, lending testimony to their dedication to exceptional civic values, stable traditional families, parenting skills unrivaled by any other culture and their unflagging pride in maintaining exemplary clean, neat and orderly homes. Their commitment to academic excellence enriches our schools and serves as an example to all who hope to achieve prominence as a people. Property values are boosted and energized by the entry of African Americans into an area thanks to the caring and sincere respect they show for these communities, their absolute dedication to lives of law abiding peaceful neighborliness, and the examples of all they have achieved through their enthusiasm for self improvement by hard work and a self-reliant, can-do culture of integrity and honor. Without their industrious and creative drive, we would be poorer as a nation.

@VividFizzy 4 жыл бұрын

Don’t feed the trolls kids