Audi S3 vs. Lexus ES 350
When comparing the Audi S3's and the Lexus ES 350's specifications and ratings, the Audi S3 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The Audi S3 and Lexus ES 350 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi S3's and the Lexus ES 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the Audi S3.
Audi S3 vs. Lexus ES 350 Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S3's price is between $53,063 and $62,355, with the Lexus ES 350 priced between $45,414 and $56,804.
Audi S3 vs. Lexus ES 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S3 loses 44.2 percent of its value and the Lexus ES 350 loses 40.6 percent of its value. This means the Lexus ES 350 retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S3.
Audi S3 vs. Lexus ES 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S3 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Lexus ES 350's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Audi S3 being ranked 1 out of 6 Best Luxury Subcompact Cars and the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Audi S3 vs. Lexus ES 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S3 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Lexus ES 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S3’s base engine makes 306 horsepower, and the Lexus ES 350 base engine makes 302 horsepower. The S3 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. This gives the Lexus ES 350 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Audi S3. The S3 uses premium unleaded, and the ES 350 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus ES 350, a midsize car, 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, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi S3 and the Lexus ES 350 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
53063 - 62355
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442254
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45414 - 56804
Used Asking Price:
44979 - 55944
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Audi S3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Audi S3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Lexus ES 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S3 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Design, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Ultra Luxury
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
306 hp @ 5450 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
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 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 509 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
8.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
87.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3527 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
177.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3690 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17