BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2009 Lexus RC Lexus RC 2015

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

BMW 1-Series vs. Lexus RC Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

BMW 1-Series vs. Lexus RC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $40,095

BMW 1-Series 128i   
Difference: $10,875

Lowest Total Invoice: $37,030

BMW 1-Series 128i   
Difference: $10,372

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092015
Model1-Series1-SeriesRC
Trim128i135i350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $29,400 $35,850 $42,790
Base Invoice $27,230 $33,160 $39,796
Navigation system 2,100 2,100  
Premium Package 3,700 3,400  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475  
HD radio 350 350  
iPod integration 400 400  
Proximity key 500 500  
Obstacle detection, rear 350 350 500
Heated front seats 500 500  
Xenon HID headlights 900    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 595 595  
All Weather Package     220
Navigation Package     1,530
Luxury Package     2,700
Sunroof     1,100
235/40VR19     795
Fog lights     410
Navigation system 1,910 1,910  
Premium Package 3,365 3,095  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 430 430  
HD radio 315 315  
iPod integration 365 365  
Proximity key 455 455  
Obstacle detection, rear 320 320 460
Heated front seats 455 455  
Xenon HID headlights 820    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 540 540  
All Weather Package     201
Navigation Package     1,416
Luxury Package     2,484
Sunroof     1,012
235/40VR19     732
Fog lights     376
Options (change) 9,870 8,670 7,255
Options (change) 8,975 7,885 6,681
Destination 825 825 925
Total Price $40,095 $45,345 $50,970
Total Invoice $37,030 $41,870 $47,402

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW 1-Series dealer quotes or Lexus RC dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Lexus RC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 1-Series 128i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,055
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,749
Model Year200920092015
Model1-Series1-SeriesRC
Trim128i135i350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine230hp I6300hp I6306hp V6
TransmissionM6M6T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10?, 10256, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/40-18235/40-19
Total Price$40,095$45,345$50,970
Adjustments for Features0-250-2,820
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,095$45,095$48,150
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,000$0
Total Invoice$37,030$41,870$47,402
Adjustments for Features0-231-2,623
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$37,030$41,639$44,779
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,609$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Lexus RC

Model Year200920092015
Model1-Series1-SeriesRC
Trim128i135i350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300
RWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Remote app  $25
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Rearview camera  $200
Temporary spare tire  $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15 
Residual heat$50$50 
Wiper de-icer  $25
Exterior 
Rear spoiler $200 
Infotainment 
App support  $0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
DVD-compatible player  $0
Handwriting recognition  $200
iPod integration$100$100 
Media drive$15$15 
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250 
Siri Eyes Free support  $0
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Traffic + travel information  $25
Traffic information$25$25 
USB port  $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock  $25
Compass$0$0 
Cornering lights$50$50 
Headlight washers $50$50
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Upholstered instrument cluster hood  $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$2,055$2,305$4,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$250$2,820
Value of Feature Adjustments0-231-2,623

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Lexus RC

Model Year20092015
Model1-SeriesRC
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase104.7 in107.5 in
Length171.7 in184.8 in
Width68.8 in72.4 in
Height56.0 in54.9 in
Curb Weight3,253 lb.3,749 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in39.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in45.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in50.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in44.9 in
Row 2 Legroom32.0 in27.3 in
Cargo Volume10.0 ft310.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested303090%
Total Not Requested35010%

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested273089%
Total Not Requested35011%

Option Package Details
Lexus RC 350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested25063%
Total Not Requested15037%
All Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Headlight washers50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
App support0No
Total Requested67575%
Total Not Requested22525%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested157566%
Total Not Requested80034%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.