Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lexus RX350h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus RX350h
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 350h |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $55,100 | $53,525 (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 RX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 36 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 37 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 17.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 246 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 233 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Lexus RX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1,110 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs (best) | 4,480 lbs |
| 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 RX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RX350h |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350h $53,525 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $57,800 MSRP | 350h Premium $55,700 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $62,800 MSRP | 350h F SPORT Design $58,030 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 350h Premium Plus $59,190 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 350h Luxury $64,245 MSRP |
Live inventory
Audi Q5 Sportback11 for sale
See all
New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
Prestige
District Green Metallic•Murillo Brown11 mi$68,118Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
Prestige
Glacier White Metallic•Pearl Beige8 mi$70,118Jack Hanania Audi Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
2.0T Premium Plus
Mythos Black Metallic•Black5 mi$61,555Audi Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
Used2023 Audi Q5 Sportback
45 S line Premium quattro
Daytona Gray Pearl•Atlas Beige21,755 mi$34,423Jack Hanania Audi Orange Park
Jacksonville, FL
New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
Premium Plus quattro
Tambora Gray Metallic•Black12 mi$60,423Jack Hanania Audi Orange Park
Jacksonville, FL
Used2022 Audi Q5 Sportback
S line Premium Plus
Mythos Black Metallic•Black20,958 mi$31,097Fred Anderson Toyota of Greer
Greer, SC
Audi Q5 Sportback vs Lexus RX350h FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350h?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2026 Lexus RX350h 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 RX350h?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lexus RX350h starts lower at $53,525. Live Audi Q5 Sportback listings start at $31,097.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350h?
- The 2026 Lexus RX350h leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (53,525).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350h?
- The 2026 Lexus RX350h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350h?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2026 Lexus RX350h?
- 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 RX350h?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).