Lexus IS 350 vs. Audi A4
When comparing the Lexus IS 350's and the Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus IS 350's and the Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the Lexus IS 350 is a better car than the Audi A4.
Lexus IS 350 vs. Audi A4 Pricing
For a new model, the Lexus IS 350's price is between $46,339 and $57,716, with the Audi A4 priced between $44,893 and $54,403.
Lexus IS 350 vs. Audi A4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus IS 350 loses 38.3 percent of its value and the Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value. This means the Lexus IS 350 retains 14.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A4.
Lexus IS 350 vs. Audi A4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus IS 350 is 9.3 out of 10 while the Audi A4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Lexus IS 350 is ranked 1 and the Audi A4 is ranked 3.
Lexus IS 350 vs. Audi A4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus IS 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Audi A4 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus IS 350’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the Audi A4 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. This gives the Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus IS 350. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Audi A4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room. The Lexus IS 350 and Audi A4 are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus IS 350 and the Audi A4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
46339 - 57716
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.38324
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44893 - 54403
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Lexus IS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.332138 / 10
Reliability:
8.996416 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus IS 350 Trim Levels
F SPORT, F SPORT Design
Audi A4 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line 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:
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:
311 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
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):
348 / 487 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
10.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3748 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17