Lexus NX 350 vs. Audi Q5
When comparing the Lexus NX 350's and the Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the Lexus NX 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 and base engine power. The Audi Q5 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus NX 350's and the Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the Lexus NX 350 is a better car than the Audi Q5.
Lexus NX 350 vs. Audi Q5 Pricing
A used 2024 Lexus NX 350 ranges from $45,285 to $57,672 while a used 2024 Audi Q5 is priced between $50,571 to $59,081. For a new model, the Lexus NX 350's price is between $46,391 and $57,985, with the Audi Q5 priced between $49,095 and $60,599.
Lexus NX 350 vs. Audi Q5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus NX 350 loses 34 percent of its value and the Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the Lexus NX 350 retains 16.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus NX 350’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the Audi Q5 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The NX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. This gives the Audi Q5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus NX 350. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Audi Q5 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
46391 - 57985
Used Asking Price:
45285 - 57672
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.340096
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49095 - 60599
Used Asking Price:
50571 - 59081
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507732
Lexus NX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Lexus NX 350 Rankings
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59 out of / 68Audi Q5 Rankings
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2 out of / 27Ranking
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10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
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13 out of / 29Ranking
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17 out of / 54Ranking
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20 out of / 29Ranking
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48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Lexus NX 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Premium
Audi Q5 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):
Not yet available
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:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
305 / 406 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):
23 / 29 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 537 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
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
22.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
25.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4035 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
65.8 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4079 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18