2015 Lexus RC F F

The RC F is Lexus's high-performance coupe, the one that goes after the BMW M4 and Mercedes-AMG C63. It's a big, heavy GT that hides its weight well, with a sharp throttle and a soundtrack that makes every drive an event. The ride is firm, especially in the sportier modes, but it settles down nicely on the highway. The cabin is a nice place to spend time, with supportive seats and high-quality materials throughout. The RC F is the only trim of this coupe, so you get the full 467 horsepower from the 5.0L V8 and the sport-tuned chassis that makes it a genuine M4 rival. The 5.0L V8 pairs with an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive, delivering a muscular, linear pull that rewards a heavy right foot, and it returns 19 mpg combined. The standard torque-vectoring differential lets you rotate the rear end on corner exit, which makes the RC F feel lighter than its 3,958 pounds suggests.