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 | $51,225 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $31,097 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $60,423 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $70,118 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 11 (best) | 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 $51,225 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $57,800 MSRP | 350 $52,825 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $62,800 MSRP | 350 Premium $53,400 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 350 Premium $55,000 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 350 F SPORT Design $55,730 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 350 F SPORT Design $57,330 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 350 Premium Plus $56,890 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 350 Premium Plus $58,490 MSRP |
| 9 | — | 350 F SPORT Handling $60,000 MSRP |
| 10 | — | 350 Luxury $61,945 MSRP |
| 11 | — | 350 Luxury $63,545 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lexus RX350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Lexus RX350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lexus RX350 starts lower at $51,225. Live Audi Q5 Sportback listings start at $31,097.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- The 2026 Lexus RX350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,225).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- The 2026 Lexus RX350 leads on horsepower in this comparison (275).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Lexus RX350?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).