How does the RC F work on a Lexus?
Turn the knob one click left and the car will reduce the AC usage, put a little push back under the gas pedal, and do some other things with the transmission to make your ride less pleasurable. You will save a thimble of gas. There are actually two RC Fs in case you were not aware of that.
What kind of car is the 2015 Lexus RC F?
The 2015 Lexus RC F is a V8 powered track beast that can also coddle you on a commute. Part of the way that the car is able to achieve these multiple personalities is with what are termed “selectable drive modes.”
What does VDIM do on Lexus RC F?
Suddenly, you are in a race car. Lexus says that at this setting the Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) systems comes into play. This is the system that regulates the car’s traction control (TRAC) and stability control (VSC). The VDIM holds the key to changing the personality of the RC F from Hugh Jackman to full Wolverine.
How does the RC F drive mode work?
The transmission will also hold its gear a bit longer, and it will downshift the car when you slow, so there is more power when you get back on the gas. Finally, the power steering changes a bit and the steering is a little more direct. This mode would work well on some back-roads driving at mostly legal speeds.
The RC F is a high-performance version of Lexus’ new rear-wheel-drive coupe, the 2015 RC 350 — not to be confused with the mildly souped-up version that’s confusingly named the RC 350 F Sport. Based on price and specifications, the RC F compares to the BMW M4 (the renamed M3 Coupe) and the new 2016 Cadillac ATS-V.
What kind of paint job does a Lexus RC F have?
Though Lexus’ new design movement is divisive, the RC F was pretty well received among passers-by, especially the one with a deep-blue Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0 paint job. As an option, shoppers can opt for a Performance Package that adds a visible carbon fiber rear spoiler and carbon fiber roof.
What’s the quarter mile time for a Lexus RC F?
In our drag-strip testing, the RC F did zero to 60 mph in 4.88 seconds and the quarter mile in 13.12 seconds at 109.11 mph. The ATS-V was quicker, hitting 60 mph in 4.32 seconds and the quarter mile in 12.41 at 115.62 mph.