Audi Q5 vs. Lexus RX 450h
In comparing the Audi Q5's and the Lexus RX 450h's specifications and ratings, the Audi Q5 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q5's and the Lexus RX 450h's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 450h is a better car than the Audi Q5.
Audi Q5 vs. Lexus RX 450h Pricing
For a new model, the Audi Q5's price is between $62,560 and $73,965, with the Lexus RX 450h priced between $54,501 and $64,236.
Audi Q5 vs. Lexus RX 450h Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi Q5 loses 57.3 percent of its value and the Lexus RX 450h loses 44.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 450h retains 13 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q5’s base engine makes 362 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 450h base engine makes 308 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 443 miles. The RX 450h is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. This gives the Lexus RX 450h the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi Q5. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi Q5 and Lexus RX 450h are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus RX 450h has an average safety rating of 4.34 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
62560 - 73965
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.573197
Pricing
New Asking Price:
54501 - 64236
Used Asking Price:
48998 - 59978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443415
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RX 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.974554 / 10
Reliability:
9.343663 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Audi Q5 Rankings
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21 out of / 28Lexus RX 450h Rankings
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27 out of / 28Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Audi Q5 Trim Levels
e quattro S line Prem Pl 55 TFSI, e quattro S line Premium 55 TFSI, e quattro S line Prestg 55 TFSI
Lexus RX 450h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT, F SPORT Handling
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):
4.34 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 28 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
533 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
25.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
32.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4740 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18