2024 Audi SQ5 vs. 2023 Lexus GX 460 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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2023 Lexus
GX 460

MSRP*: $58,875 to $69,530
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MPG - City 19 MPG 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 64.7 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 301-hp, 4.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 301 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 6,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 192.1 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 74.2 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 34.1 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 38.0 in
Rear 40.4 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 GX 460. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi SQ5 and the Lexus GX 460.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi SQ5 as you will with the Lexus GX 460, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi SQ5 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus GX 460.

Dimensions
The Audi SQ5 is about the same width as the Lexus GX 460. The Audi SQ5 is slightly shorter than the Lexus GX 460, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has the same turning radius as the Lexus GX 460, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus GX 460 is clearly the choice over the Audi SQ5 for pulling heavy loads. The Audi SQ5 has a little more horsepower than the Lexus GX 460.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Audi SQ5 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Lexus GX 460.

Utility
The Audi SQ5 has less seating than the Lexus GX 460, making the Lexus GX 460 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi SQ5 has less cargo space than the Lexus GX 460, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.