2025 Ford Mustang vs 2025 Lexus RC

$31,920 · Coupe

$45,620 · Coupe

Comparison Overview

The comparison between the 2025 Ford Mustang and the 2025 Lexus RC highlights a significant $13,700 MSRP disparity, with the Mustang starting at $31,920 versus the Lexus RC's $45,620. Performance metrics favor the Mustang, offering 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, substantially eclipsing the Lexus RC's 241 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with the Mustang achieving 26 combined MPG compared to the RC's 25 combined MPG. Dimensionally, the Mustang is wider at 75.4 inches versus 72.4 inches for the RC, and offers superior practicality with 13.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to the RC's 10.4 cu ft. Both vehicles employ rear-wheel drive and utilize 10-speed (Mustang) and 8-speed (RC) automatic transmissions, but the power differential remains the defining specification.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Ford Mustang

The 2025 Ford Mustang wins for commuters due to its substantially lower MSRP of $31,920 and slightly better combined MPG of 26.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Ford Mustang

Car1 offers a more practical configuration for occasional use, evidenced by its superior 13.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to Car2's 10.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Ford Mustang

The 2025 Ford Mustang provides significantly higher output with 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque compared to the Lexus RC's 241 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Ford Mustang

The Mustang delivers 74 more horsepower for a price that is $13,700 less expensive than the Lexus RC.

Choose the Ford Mustang if...

You prioritize maximum horsepower per dollar, as the Mustang delivers 315 hp at a lower entry cost.
Your budget necessitates an MSRP under $32,000.
You require the extra storage space provided by the Mustang's 13.5 cu ft of cargo capacity.

Choose the Lexus RC if...

You prefer the Lexus brand refinement despite the $13,700 price increase over Car1.
You strictly prefer the Lexus engineering, utilizing an 8-speed automatic transmission instead of Car1's 10-speed unit.
You are content with 241 hp and require premium fuel to be mandatory rather than just recommended.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Ford Mustang	Lexus RC
Length	189.4"	185.0"
Width	75.4"	72.4"
Height	55.0"	54.9"
Wheelbase	107.0"	107.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Brake Assist	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Headrests	—	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	2.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	315 hp @ 5500 rpm	241 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	350 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—

Fuel

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/33 MPG	21/31 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	26 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	352.0/528.0 mi.	367.5/542.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.0 gal.	17.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Ford	Lexus
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Infotainment Display	—	8.0 in
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Ford	Lexus
One-Touch Power Windows	2	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Front Head Room	37.6 in.	39.0 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	45.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.3 in.	54.7 in.
Front Hip Room	54.9 in.	53.9 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Rear Head Room	34.8 in.	34.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	29.0 in.	27.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	52.2 in.	50.8 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	44.9 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/50R18	235/45R18
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Ford	Lexus
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Ford Mustang and 2025 Lexus RC.

What is the major performance difference between the 2025 Mustang and the 2025 Lexus RC?

The 2025 Ford Mustang (Car1) offers superior raw performance metrics, generating 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. This significantly outpaces the 2025 Lexus RC (Car2), which produces 241 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

How does the cargo capacity compare for practical use?

The Ford Mustang provides notably more utility with 13.5 cubic feet of cargo space. The Lexus RC is tighter, offering only 10.4 cubic feet, which may limit luggage capacity for longer trips.

Is one vehicle significantly more fuel-efficient than the other?

No, efficiency is closely matched; the Mustang achieves 26 combined MPG (22 city/33 highway), while the Lexus RC achieves 25 combined MPG (21 city/31 highway).

Which car has the greater initial purchase price?

The 2025 Lexus RC carries a substantially higher starting MSRP of $45,620. The 2025 Ford Mustang undercuts this price by $13,700, starting at just $31,920.

Are the driving dynamics fundamentally different based on the drivetrain?

Both vehicles utilize a rear-wheel drive platform, suggesting similar fundamental handling characteristics. However, the Mustang employs a 10-speed automatic transmission, whereas the Lexus RC uses an 8-speed automatic.