Lexus RC Lexus RC 2016 BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2013

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

Join Us

Lexus RC vs. BMW 1-Series 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.

Lexus RC vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,355

BMW 1-Series 135is   
Difference: $20,070

Lowest Total Invoice: $46,520

BMW 1-Series 135is   
Difference: $18,983

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162013
ModelRC1-Series
TrimF135is
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $62,805 $43,250
Base Invoice $58,408 $39,970
Navigation Package 1,530  
Sunroof 1,100  
Leather seating surfaces 800  
Premium Package F 3,240  
Technology Package   2,350
Premium Package   2,400
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Obstacle detection, rear   380
Heated front seats   500
6-speed manual   0
Navigation Package 1,416  
Sunroof 1,012  
Leather seating surfaces 736  
Premium Package F 2,981  
Technology Package   2,140
Premium Package   2,185
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Obstacle detection, rear   345
Heated front seats   455
6-speed manual   0
Options (change) 6,670 6,180
Options (change) 6,145 5,625
Destination 950 925
Total Price $70,425 $50,355
Total Invoice $65,503 $46,520

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 Lexus RC dealer quotes or BMW 1-Series 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: Lexus RC vs. BMW 1-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 1-Series 135is
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,904
Model Year20162013
ModelRC1-Series
TrimF135is
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine467hp V8320hp I6
TransmissionT8M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/25 MPG20/28 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)256, 10180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19215/40-18
Total Price$70,425$50,355
Adjustments for Features-3,3100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$67,115$50,355
Total Invoice$65,503$46,520
Adjustments for Features-3,0790
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$62,424$46,520

Return to top

Features Comparison: Lexus RC vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20162013
ModelRC1-Series
TrimF135is
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Electronic engine sound enhancement$0 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $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 
Tires, run-flat $150
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row high console$250 
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Residual heat $50
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Drivetrain 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter $0
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Infotainment 
Handwriting recognition$200 
iPod integration $100
Media drive $15
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Siri Eyes Free support$0 
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
USB port$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights $125
Headlight washers $50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
LED headlights$1000 
Performance meter$150 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Carbon fiber trim$200 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding second row seats $300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede$200 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$6,540$3,230
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,310$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,0790

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Lexus RC vs. BMW 1-Series

Model Year20162013
ModelRC1-Series
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase107.5 in104.7 in
Length184.8 in172.2 in
Width72.4 in68.8 in
Height54.9 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,958 lb.3,373 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom45.4 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom34.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.8 in53.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room44.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom27.3 in32.0 in
Cargo Volume10.4 ft310.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Lexus RC F

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0Yes
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Premium Package F
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Water-repellent front-door glass15No
Carbon fiber trim200No
LED headlights250No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested92541%
Total Not Requested131559%

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135is

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
App support0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested110099%
Total Not Requested151%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested178086%
Total Not Requested30014%

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 Coupes
See TrueDelta's information for all Lexus models.