2024 Audi SQ5 vs. 2024 Lexus NX 350h Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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2024 Lexus
NX 350h

MSRP*: $43,465 to $49,605
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MPG - City 19 MPG 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 240 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Audi SQ5 offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Lexus NX 350h. The Audi SQ5 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350h, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
With the Lexus NX 350h, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Audi SQ5, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi SQ5 is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus NX 350h.

Dimensions
The Audi SQ5 is a little wider than the Lexus NX 350h, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. When looking at overall length, the Audi SQ5 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus NX 350h.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus NX 350h, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi SQ5 is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350h for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Audi SQ5 greatly out-muscles the Lexus NX 350h.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Audi SQ5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Lexus NX 350h.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi SQ5 and the Lexus NX 350h. The Audi SQ5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Lexus NX 350h.