2020 Audi A5 vs. 2020 Lexus RC 350
When comparing the 2020 Audi A5's and the 2020 Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Audi A5's and the 2020 Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Audi A5 is a better car than the 2020 Lexus RC 350.
2020 Audi A5 vs. 2020 Lexus RC 350 Pricing
A used 2020 Audi A5 ranges from $30,056 to $39,345 while a used 2020 Lexus RC 350 is priced between $36,504 to $47,880.
2020 Audi A5 vs. 2020 Lexus RC 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Audi A5 loses 46.3 percent of its value and the 2020 Lexus RC 350 loses 32.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Lexus RC 350 retains 14.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Audi A5.
2020 Audi A5 vs. 2020 Lexus RC 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A5 is 8.9 out of 10 while the Lexus RC 350's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi A5 being ranked 8 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 24 out of 33. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Audi A5 is ranked 11 and the Lexus RC 350 is ranked 18. The Audi A5 is also ranked 12 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars while the Lexus RC 350 is ranked 20 out of 36.
2020 Audi A5 vs. 2020 Lexus RC 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A5 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Lexus RC 350 the reliability rating is 6.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 350.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Audi A5’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the 2020 Lexus RC 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. This gives the 2020 Audi A5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Lexus RC 350. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the 2020 Audi A5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
30056 - 39345
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463451
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
36504 - 47880
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.322896
Audi A5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.933333 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RC 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 25Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
30 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 33Lexus RC 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Audi A5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
2020 Lexus RC 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 487 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
53.9 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3748 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18