Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lexus RX350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus RX350
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 350 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,100 | $49,725 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 17.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp | 275 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 53.1 cu ft (best) | 46.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 4,400 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs | 4,155 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 185.7 in | 192.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 75.6 in (best) |
| Height | 65.5 in | 67.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| 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 Q5 Sportback | Lexus RX350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 $49,725 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $57,800 MSRP | 350 $51,325 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $62,800 MSRP | 350 Premium $51,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 350 Premium $53,500 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 350 F SPORT Design $54,230 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 350 F SPORT Design $55,830 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 350 Premium Plus $55,390 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 350 Premium Plus $56,990 MSRP |
| 9 | — | 350 F SPORT Handling $58,500 MSRP |
| 10 | — | 350 Luxury $60,445 MSRP |
| 11 | — | 350 Luxury $62,045 MSRP |