Audi RS 5 vs. Lexus LC 500
When we compare the Audi RS 5's and the Lexus LC 500's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and reliability. The Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 5's and the Lexus LC 500's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LC 500 is a better car than the Audi RS 5.
Audi RS 5 vs. Lexus LC 500 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi RS 5's price is between $85,791 and $94,595, with the Lexus LC 500 priced between $102,971 and $112,550.
Audi RS 5 vs. Lexus LC 500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi RS 5 loses 42.5 percent of its value and the Lexus LC 500 loses 36.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LC 500 retains 5.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi RS 5.
Audi RS 5 vs. Lexus LC 500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi RS 5 is 7.3 out of 10 while the Lexus LC 500's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Audi RS 5 being ranked 9 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Lexus LC 500 being ranked 18 out of 33.
Audi RS 5 vs. Lexus LC 500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi RS 5 is 7.9 out of 10. For the Lexus LC 500 the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi RS 5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus LC 500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 5’s base engine makes 444 horsepower, and the Lexus LC 500 base engine makes 471 horsepower. The RS 5 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 383 miles. The LC 500 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles.This gives the Audi RS 5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus LC 500 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus LC 500, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and front leg room. The Audi RS 5, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
85791 - 94595
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.424953
Pricing
New Asking Price:
102971 - 112550
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.368131
Audi RS 5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LC 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.05 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi RS 5 Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 23Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
15 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 40Ranking
28 out of / 40Lexus LC 500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS 5 Trim Levels
2.9T quattro
Lexus LC 500 Trim Levels
Base
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:
444 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
442 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.111 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
471 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.109 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
275 / 383 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
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:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49 inches
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4340 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
53 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R21