| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | |
| Model | Lexus IS | Lexus RC | |
| Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 416 hp@6600 371 lb-ft@5200 |
5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 467 hp@7100 389 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,731 mm | 2,731 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,636 mm | 4,694 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,801 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,889 kg | 1,795 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 66 L | -1 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 973 mm | 991 mm | -18 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,120 mm | 1,153 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 884 mm | 33 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,100 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,135 mm | 1,140 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 658 mm | 693 mm | -35 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,778 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,847 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 306 L | 294 L | 12 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lexus IS.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Lexus RC.