Audi TTS vs. Lexus RC 350
When we compare the Audi TTS's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Audi TTS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and reliability. The Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi TTS's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 350 is a better car than the Audi TTS.
Audi TTS vs. Lexus RC 350 Pricing
A used 2023 Audi TTS ranges from $54,570 to $63,983 while a used 2023 Lexus RC 350 is priced between $46,894 to $60,656. For a new model, the Audi TTS's price is between $63,891 and $66,252, with the Lexus RC 350 priced between $56,392 and $62,240.
Audi TTS vs. Lexus RC 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi TTS loses 41.8 percent of its value and the Lexus RC 350 loses 32.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RC 350 retains 9.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi TTS.
Audi TTS vs. Lexus RC 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi TTS is 7.6 out of 10 while the Lexus RC 350's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Audi TTS being ranked 4 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 24 out of 33.
Audi TTS vs. Lexus RC 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi TTS is 8.4 out of 10. For the Lexus RC 350 the reliability rating is 6.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi TTS an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 350.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi TTS’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the Lexus RC 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The TTS is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles.This gives the Audi TTS the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus RC 350 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus RC 350, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Audi TTS, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of rear leg room cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
63891 - 66252
Used Asking Price:
54570 - 63983
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.418371
Pricing
New Asking Price:
56392 - 62240
Used Asking Price:
46894 - 60656
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.322896
Audi TTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RC 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi TTS Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 23Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 40Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
21 out of / 25Ranking
23 out of / 40Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 40Ranking
30 out of / 33Ranking
37 out of / 40Lexus RC 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi TTS Trim Levels
2.0T quattro
Lexus RC 350 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):
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:
288 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 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 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 450 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
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 Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
33.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
47.9 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
74.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3263 lbs
Width:
77.4 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
165 inches
Wheelbase:
98.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3748 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/30R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18