Lexus ES 350 vs. Audi A5
When we compare the Lexus ES 350 to the Audi A5, the Lexus ES 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, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Lexus ES 350 and Audi A5 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus ES 350 versus the Audi A5, the Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the Audi A5.
Lexus ES 350 versus Audi A5 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Lexus ES 350 ranges from $33,300 to $43,997 while a used Audi A5 from the same model year range is priced between $39,937 to $52,940. For a new model, the Lexus ES 350's price is between $43,140 and $55,507, with the Audi A5 priced between $54,360 and $66,233.
Lexus ES 350 versus Audi A5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.2 out of 10 while the Audi A5's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi A5 being ranked 6 out of 27 Best Luxury Convertibles.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus ES 350’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the Audi A5 base engine makes 261 horsepower. The ES 350 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 509 miles. The A5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 474 miles. The ES 350 uses regular unleaded, and the A5 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus ES 350, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Audi A5, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus ES 350 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Lexus ES 350 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,140 - $55,507
Used Asking Price:
$33,300 - $43,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
40.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$54,360 - $66,233
Used Asking Price:
$39,937 - $52,940
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 8iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 27Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Ultra Luxury, F SPORT Handling, F SPORT Design
Trim Levels
quattro Premium 45 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 45 TFSI, quattro Prestige 45 TFSI
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
261 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
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
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):
24 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
367 / 474 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3990 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54.5 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
