INFINITI Q60 vs. Lexus LC 500

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the INFINITI Q60 and Lexus LC 500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the INFINITI Q60 and the Lexus LC 500.

When comparing the INFINITI Q60's and the Lexus LC 500's specifications and ratings, the INFINITI Q60 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI Q60's and the Lexus LC 500's specifications and ratings, the Lexus LC 500 is a better car than the INFINITI Q60.

Pricing: A used 2022 INFINITI Q60 ranges from $33,933 to $58,791 while a used 2022 Lexus LC 500 is priced between $76,419 to $93,148.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the INFINITI Q60 loses 43.8 percent of its value and the Lexus LC 500 loses 37.7 percent of its value. This means the Lexus LC 500 retains 6.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the INFINITI Q60.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI Q60 is 7.0 out of 10 while the Lexus LC 500's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI Q60 being ranked 28 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the Lexus LC 500 being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI Q60 is 6.3 out of 10. For the Lexus LC 500 the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus LC 500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI Q60.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the INFINITI Q60’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Lexus LC 500 base engine makes 471 horsepower. The Q60 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The LC 500 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles. This gives the INFINITI Q60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus LC 500. 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 rear leg room. The INFINITI Q60, a sports car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.