INFINITI Q60 vs. Lexus RC 350

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the INFINITI Q60 and Lexus RC 350 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 RC 350.

When comparing the INFINITI Q60's and the Lexus RC 350'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, reliability and interior volume. The Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI Q60's and the Lexus RC 350's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 350 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 RC 350 is priced between $40,960 to $49,980.

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 RC 350 loses 32.2 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RC 350 retains 11.6 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 RC 350's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI Q60 being ranked 28 out of 41 Best Luxury Sports Cars and the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 19 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI Q60 is 6.3 out of 10. For the Lexus RC 350 the reliability rating is 6.0 out of 10. This gives the INFINITI Q60 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC 350.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the INFINITI Q60’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Lexus RC 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The Q60 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 560 miles. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles.This gives the Lexus RC 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the INFINITI Q60 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The INFINITI Q60, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus RC 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space.