Audi Q7 vs. Lexus RX 450h
When we compare the Audi Q7 to the Lexus RX 450h, the Audi Q7 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q7 versus the Lexus RX 450h, the Lexus RX 450h is a better car than the Audi Q7.
Audi Q7 versus Lexus RX 450h Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Audi Q7 ranges from $35,998 to $54,492 while a used Lexus RX 450h from the same model year range is priced between $41,940 to $53,715. For a new model, the Audi Q7's price is between $63,170 and $79,046, with the Lexus RX 450h priced between $54,511 and $65,981.
Audi Q7 versus Lexus RX 450h Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q7 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 450h's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q7 being ranked 5 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Lexus RX 450h being ranked 1 out of 17 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi Q7’s base engine makes 261 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 450h base engine makes 308 horsepower. The Q7 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. The RX 450h is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Audi Q7 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Lexus RX 450h.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Audi Q7 has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 450h, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.70 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$63,170 - $79,046
Used Asking Price:
$35,998 - $54,492
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$54,511 - $65,981
Used Asking Price:
$41,940 - $53,715
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
9.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.4 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
13 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium 55 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 55 TFSI, quattro Prestige 55 TFSI
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.70 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 563 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.6 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:
4817 lbs
Width:
87.1 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
199.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 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 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
