Audi Q3 vs. Lexus NX 200t
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi Q3 and Lexus NX 200t contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi Q3 and the Lexus NX 200t.
When comparing the Audi Q3's and the Lexus NX 200t's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q3 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lexus NX 200t has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q3's and the Lexus NX 200t's specifications and ratings, the Lexus NX 200t is a better car than the Audi Q3.
Pricing: A used 2017 Audi Q3 ranges from $11,999 to $22,997 while a used 2017 Lexus NX 200t is priced between $18,536 to $28,078.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi Q3’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Lexus NX 200t base engine makes 235 horsepower. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. The NX 200t is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 445 miles.This gives the Lexus NX 200t the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Audi Q3 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Audi Q3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$34,891
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$22,990 - $51,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$35,285
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$39,935
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$32,880 - $53,300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,327
Price Range:
$11,999 - $22,997
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$20,842
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
$14,684 - $38,002
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
91
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,799
# Good or Great Deals:
40
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$23,305
Price Range:
$18,536 - $28,078
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$20,862
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$17,625 - $30,138
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
188
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
77,995
# Good or Great Deals:
76
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus NX 200t Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi Q3
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
5.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
4.1 - 5.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
9.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus NX 200t
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
5.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.7 - 6.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
15.9%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
2.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Subcompact SUVs)
1.6 - 8.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 27.4
Audi Q3 Rankings
Ranking
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2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 59Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
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10 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
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24 out of / 68Ranking
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31 out of / 68Ranking
43 out of / 68Ranking
44 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Ranking
58 out of / 68Ranking
61 out of / 68Lexus NX 200t Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi Q3 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T Prestige, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
Lexus NX 200t 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 445 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
79.5 inches
Height:
62.6 inches
Length:
172.8 inches
Wheelbase:
102.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3940 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Hainan Blue Metallic / Utopia Blue Metallic
Gray
Florett Silver Metallic / Monsoon Gray Metallic
Red
Misano Red Pearl Effect
Silver
Cuvee Silver Metallic
White
Cortina White / Glacier White Metallic
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Obsidian
Blue
Blue Vortex Metallic
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver / Silver Lining Metallic
White
Eminent White Pearl
Brown
Autumn Shimmer
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Chestnut Brown
Gray
Rock Gray
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black w/Dark Umber Trim / Black w/Linear Black Shadow Wood Trim
Brown
Flaxen w/Dark Umber Trim
Gray
Not available
Beige
Creme w/Dark Umber Trim / Creme w/Linear Black Shadow Wood Trim
