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Compare 2023 Audi RS5 Sportback vs Lexus IS 500

2023 Audi RS5 Sportback
2023 Audi RS5 Sportback
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$78,200
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.9
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Lexus IS 500
2023 Lexus IS 500
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$58,270
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
Engine
5.0L V8 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 25 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 17 MPG
Hwy: 25 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
10.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
35 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

2023 Audi RS5 Sportback
2021-2024 Audi RS5 Sportback Rear-Facing View
2021-2024 Audi RS5 Sportback Central Console
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Lexus IS 500
2022-2023 Lexus IS 500 Rear Angle View
2022-2023 Lexus IS 500 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.9L Twin-Turbo V6 Gas
5.0L V8 Gas
Horsepower
444 hp @ 6700 rpm
472 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque
442 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
395 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,079 lbs
3,891 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
21 MPG
20 MPG
City
18 MPG
17 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
25 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.4 Tons/yr
8.9 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
17.4 gallons
Cruising Range City
275.4 miles
295.8 miles
Cruising Range Highway
382.5 miles
435 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
188.3 in
187.3 in
Height
55.1 in
56.5 in
Max Width
73.5 in
72.4 in
Front Width
62.9 in
62.2 in
Rear Width
62.5 in
63.2 in
Wheelbase
111.3 in
110.2 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
5.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
44.8 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.8 in
38.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.7 in
55.9 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
54.3 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.1 in
32.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37 in
36.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.5 in
53.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
54 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
10.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
21.8 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
35 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
19" x 9"
19" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
19" x 9"
19" x 9.5"

Suspension

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

Tires

Front Tire
P265/35YR19
P235/40YR19
Rear Tire
P265/35YR19
P265/35YR19
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Nardo Gray
  • Atomic Silver
  • Caviar
  • Cloudburst Gray
  • Grecian Water
  • Infrared
  • Iridium
  • Ultra White
  • Ultrasonic Blue Mica 2.0

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Ascari Blue Metallic
  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Tango Red Metallic
  • Sebring Black Crystal Effect
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Crescendo Red, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Rock Gray, Fine Nappa Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black w/Super Black, Pearl Nappa/Dinamica Seating Surfaces
  • Black, F SPORT NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Circuit Red, F SPORT NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • White, F SPORT NuLuxe Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Standard
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Standard
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
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
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Seat-Massage
Standard
Not Available
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
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Optional
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
Optional
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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