2015 Audi A6 vs. 2015 Lexus IS 350
When comparing the 2015 Audi A6's and the 2015 Lexus IS 350's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2015 Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Audi A6's and the 2015 Lexus IS 350's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Lexus IS 350 is a better car than the 2015 Audi A6.
2015 Audi A6 vs. 2015 Lexus IS 350 Pricing
A used 2015 Audi A6 ranges from $11,499 to $23,792 while a used 2015 Lexus IS 350 is priced between $18,517 to $29,978.
2015 Audi A6 vs. 2015 Lexus IS 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value and the 2015 Lexus IS 350 loses 38.3 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Lexus IS 350 retains 19.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Audi A6.
2015 Audi A6 vs. 2015 Lexus IS 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A6 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Lexus IS 350's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2015 Audi A6 vs. 2015 Lexus IS 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A6 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Lexus IS 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Audi A6’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the 2015 Lexus IS 350 base engine makes 306 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 653 miles. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. This gives the 2015 Audi A6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2015 Lexus IS 350. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Audi A6, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Lexus IS 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Audi A6 and the 2015 Lexus IS 350 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11499 - 23792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18517 - 29978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.38324
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.332138 / 10
Reliability:
8.996416 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Lexus IS 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Prestige, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
2015 Lexus IS 350 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
306 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
277 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
495 / 653 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
331 / 487 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
193.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3593 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17