Lexus RC F vs. Audi S5
When comparing the Lexus RC F's and the Audi S5's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC F has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Audi S5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RC F's and the Audi S5's specifications and ratings, the Audi S5 is a better car than the Lexus RC F.
Lexus RC F vs. Audi S5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RC F loses 32.1 percent of its value and the Audi S5 loses 43.7 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RC F retains 11.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi S5.
Lexus RC F vs. Audi S5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RC F is 7.8 out of 10 while the Audi S5's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RC F being ranked 7 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the Audi S5 being ranked 2 out of 33. Out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars, the Lexus RC F is ranked 10 and the Audi S5 is ranked 2.
Lexus RC F vs. Audi S5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RC F is 7.5 out of 10. For the Audi S5 the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Audi S5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RC F.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RC F’s base engine makes 472 horsepower, and the Audi S5 base engine makes 349 horsepower. The RC F is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 418 miles. The S5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. This gives the Audi S5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus RC F. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the Audi S5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus RC F has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.321302
Pricing
New Asking Price:
64290 - 72715
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436559
Lexus RC F Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
9.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RC F Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
15 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
16 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
23 out of / 40Audi S5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 23Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
23 out of / 40Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
35 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RC F Trim Levels
Base, Track Edition
Audi S5 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
472 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
395 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.121 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated 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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
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:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
80.7 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
54 inches
Length:
184.9 inches
Wheelbase:
108.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19