Lexus RC 2020 running costs in Germany
Official UK VCA merged archive figure for the 2020 Lexus RC: 6.1 L/100km, 141 g/km CO₂. At Germany prices (€2.24/L petrol), driving 15,000 km a year costs about €2,046 — €0.14 per kilometre, priced on petrol (a plug-in hybrid also uses electricity, which is cheaper per km on home charging).
Official figures — 2020 Lexus RC
| Fuel type | Plug In Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 6.1 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 141 g/km |
| Configurations in source data | 1 |
| Data source | UK VCA merged archive — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in Germany
| Plug In Hybrid (6.1 L/100km) | €2,046/year |
|---|---|
| HU/AU (TÜV) | €160/year |
| Typical annual road tax | €180/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | €2,386/year ≈ €199/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average Germany prices shown above (EU Oil Bulletin (DG ENER) week 31 Aug 2026: E95 €2.236/L). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other plug in hybrid cars in Germany
The average plug in hybrid car in our Germany dataset uses 5.9 L/100km. The 2020 Lexus RC uses 6.1 L/100km — about 3.4% more than that average, or roughly €67.08 extra a year at 15,000 km.
2020 Lexus RC — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plug In Hybrid | 6.1 L/100km | 141 g/km | — | — | 1 versions · WLTP · median 46 mpg (UK) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK VCA merged archive, grouped across 1 configuration. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.