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Compare Audi A5 Coupe vs Lexus RC

Audi A5 Coupe
2019 Audi A5 Coupe
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$44,200
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8.6
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Lexus RC
2020 Lexus RC
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$41,295
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.4
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Overview

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Seating Capacity
4 seater
Trunk Volume
11.6 ft³
Trunk Volume
10.4 ft³

Photos

Audi A5 Coupe
2018-2019 Audi A5 Coupe Rear Three-Quarter Right Side View
2018-2019 Audi A5 Coupe Steering Wheel
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Lexus RC
2019-2020 Lexus RC Side View
2019-2020 Lexus RC Driver Seat
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0-liter Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
248 hp @ 5000 rpm
241 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.7 ft
34.2 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/40HR18
P235/45VR18
Rear Tire
P245/40HR18
P235/45VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
24 MPG
City
23 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.5 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
351.9 miles
365.4 miles
Cruising Range Highway
520.2 miles
522 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184 in
184.8 in
Height
54 in
54.9 in
Max Width
72.7 in
72.4 in
Front Width
62.5 in
62.2 in
Rear Width
61.7 in
63 in
Wheelbase
108.8 in
107.5 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
4 seater
4 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
45.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
39 in
39 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.3 in
54.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
53.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
32.7 in
27.3 in
Rear Seat Headroom
36.1 in
34.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
50.7 in
50.8 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
44.9 in

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,605 lbs
3,737 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
11.6 ft³
10.4 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Brilliant Black
  • Ibis White
  • Atomic Silver
  • Blue Vortex Metallic
  • Caviar
  • Eminent White Pearl
  • Infrared
  • Nebula Gray Pearl
  • Obsidian

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Ascari Blue Metallic
  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • Florett Silver Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Manhattan Gray Metallic
  • Matador Red Metallic
  • Monsoon Gray Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Nougat Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Glazed Caramel, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Playa, NuLuxe Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Optional
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Optional
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Optional

Comfort

Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Not Available
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
Maintenance
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
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