Audi A8 L vs. Lexus LS 500
When we compare the Audi A8 L's and the Lexus LS 500's specifications and ratings, the Audi A8 L has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. The Lexus LS 500 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A8 L's and the Lexus LS 500's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LS 500 is a better car than the Audi A8 L.
Audi A8 L vs. Lexus LS 500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A8 L loses 60 percent of its value and the Lexus LS 500 loses 46.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LS 500 retains 13.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A8 L.
Audi A8 L vs. Lexus LS 500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A8 L is 7.8 out of 10 while the Lexus LS 500's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi A8 L being ranked 6 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Lexus LS 500 being ranked 5 out of 24.
Audi A8 L vs. Lexus LS 500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A8 L is 8.7 out of 10. For the Lexus LS 500 the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A8 L a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus LS 500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A8 L’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Lexus LS 500 base engine makes 416 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Audi A8 L has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus LS 500 has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
96264 - 106460
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.599678
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.462658
Audi A8 L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.821102 / 10
Reliability:
8.742204 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LS 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.230645 / 10
Reliability:
7.96129 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A8 L Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Lexus LS 500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
14 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A8 L Trim Levels
quattro 55 TFSI
Lexus LS 500 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:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
416 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4762 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
58.3 inches
Length:
209.5 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4696 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
206.1 inches
Wheelbase:
123 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19