Audi S4 vs Lexus GS450h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Lexus GS450h
Overview
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | 450h |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $54,900 (best) | $63,635 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 349 hp (best) | 338 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 13.2 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | 1,013 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,880 lbs (best) | 4,112 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 187.5 in | 192.1 in (best) |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 57.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi S4Premium | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 S4 | Lexus GS450h |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 450h $63,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $58,800 MSRP | 450h F SPORT $68,680 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $61,500 MSRP | — |