Audi A3 vs Lexus IS300
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Lexus IS300
Overview
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 300 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,800 (best) | $40,535 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 37 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 241 hp (best) |
| Torque | 221 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.9 cu ft (best) | 10.8 cu ft |
| Payload | 860 lbs | 975 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,329 lbs (best) | 3,715 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 110.2 in (best) |
| Length | 176.9 in | 185.4 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 56.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A3Premium | Lexus IS300300 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi A3 | Lexus IS300 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $35,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 300 $40,535 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $39,400 MSRP | 300 $42,535 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 300 F SPORT Design $42,505 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 300 F SPORT Design $44,545 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 300 F SPORT $44,580 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 300 F SPORT $46,620 MSRP |