Lexus RX 350 vs. Audi Q3
In comparing the Lexus RX 350's and the Audi Q3's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Audi Q3 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 350's and the Audi Q3's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the Audi Q3.
Lexus RX 350 vs. Audi Q3 Pricing
A used 2024 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $53,018 to $67,863 while a used 2024 Audi Q3 is priced between $39,481 to $45,720. For a new model, the Lexus RX 350's price is between $53,743 and $67,270, with the Audi Q3 priced between $42,756 and $49,717.
Lexus RX 350 vs. Audi Q3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RX 350 loses 34.7 percent of its value and the Audi Q3 loses 46.2 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 350 retains 11.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi Q3.
Lexus RX 350 vs. Audi Q3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 9.2 out of 10 while the Audi Q3's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 2 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Audi Q3 being ranked 10 out of 61. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus RX 350 is ranked 3 and the Audi Q3 is ranked 15.
Lexus RX 350 vs. Audi Q3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Audi Q3 the reliability rating is 6.8 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 350 an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 350’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the Audi Q3 base engine makes 184 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Audi Q3 has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 350, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.46 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
53743 - 67270
Used Asking Price:
53018 - 67863
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.346895
Pricing
New Asking Price:
42756 - 49717
Used Asking Price:
39481 - 45720
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.461597
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.167888 / 10
Reliability:
9.043663 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Audi Q3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RX 350 Rankings
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1 out of / 21Ranking
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60 out of / 68Audi Q3 Rankings
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3 out of / 13Ranking
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61 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Premium, Premium+
Audi Q3 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 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):
4.46 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:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
221 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 516 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet 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:
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:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
29.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
23.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
107.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4155 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
176.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R18