Comparison - Audi RS 3 Quattro 2019 - vs - Lexus RX 450h Black Line 2022

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
$
56,200
Updated: 
21 Mar 2019
$
48,720
Updated: 
07 Aug 2021
Car Type: 
Car
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2022
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
7-speed dual-clutch
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.50gals
17.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Nardo gray
#6B6B6B
Glacier White
#D2D2D0
Tango red
#AE080F
Daytona gray
#454648
Mythos black
#121212
Ara blue
#0655B4
Color: 
Atomic Silver
#ABAAB8
Matador Red Mica
#720D14
Eminent White Pearl
#F2F2F2
Caviar
#2E2E2E
Nightfall Mica
#1A2D51
Nebula Gray Pearl
#4F5052
Nori Green Pearl
#535739

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 Audi RS 3 comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automated manual.Minor adjustments to package features.Fixed sport suspension now available as stand-alone option.

Pros
Potent acceleration and heaps of traction
Well-trimmed cabin
Enough practicality to serve everyday use
Attractive, easy-to-use infotainment system

Cons
Snug back seat and small cargo area
Ride quality might be too firm for casual drivers
Front seats sit too high for tall occupants
Some driver assistance systems, such as adaptive cruise, are optional

By: 
edmunds.com

Overall, an excellent car, even considering the high price given the size. It has a well-rounded set of features, and when performance is taken into account, some would even argue that it is good value for money. Definitely well worth a drive!

pros
Excellent power and performance;
Five-cylinder exhaust sound is unique;
Interior fit and finish typical high Audi quality;
Chuckability around tight roads;
Sharp looks both inside and out

Cons
Turbo lag (which may be a pro for some!);
Transmission logic in Comfort mode;
Software bugs in engine and transmission control units;
Lack of electric seat adjustability;
No puddle lights

By: 
caradvice.com.au

Pros
Awesome turbo five-cylinder,
planted yet playful chassis,
lovely cabin.

Cons
More engine noise please,
big price for a small car,
cramped back seat.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Limited-edition Black Line variant returns

Pros
Impeccably crafted, attractively designed cabin
Generous passenger room
Supremely quiet interior
Smooth power delivery

Cons
Below-average cargo capacity
Relatively slow acceleration
Touchpad controller is distracting to use
Subpar real-world fuel economy

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Classy cabin
Long list of standard and optional features
Well-balanced ride and handling

Cons
Unimpressive cargo space
Cramped optional third-row seats
Some distracting infotainment controls

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
19.00mpg
31.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
20
24
Cylinders: 
5
Inline
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.50L
3.50L
Torque: 
354ft-lbs
at 1 700rpm
Horsepower: 
394hp
at 5 850rpm
308hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.10Feet
38.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
no
Seatback Storage: 
no
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Igniton
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Cargo Floor Mats
Keyless Ignition
adaptive cruise control
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
176.30in
192.50in
Width: 
70.70in
74.60in
Height: 
55.00in
67.70in
Ground Clearance: 
8.20in
Front Track: 
61.40in
Rear Track: 
60.20in
Wheel Base: 
103.60in
109.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
36.50
39.40
Rear Head Room: 
36.10
38.20
Front Leg Room: 
41.20in
44.10in
Rear leg room: 
35.10in
38.00in
Front Hip Room: 
56.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
54.80in
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
56.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
53.00in
57.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
32.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
10.00cu.ft
16.00cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
17.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
24.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
3593.00lbs
4740.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
4 one-touch power windows
Hands-free entry
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Premium Leather
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
4 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Reclining rear seats
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual zone front climate control
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Memory Card Slot
10 Total Speakers
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
180 Watts Stereo Output
Auxiliary Audio Input
9 total speakers
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Memory card slot
Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio
3 Months of provided satellite radio service

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19 In.
18 x 7.5 in.
Wheels more: 
Performance Tires
Painted Alloy Wheels
All season tires
Temporary spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
no
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
High Pressure Washers Headlamps
LED Headlamp
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
4-wheel ABS
LED headlamp
Turn signal mirrors
Rear height adjustable headrests
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages: 
Driver Assistance Package
Dynamic Package
Technology Package
Black Optic Package
RS Design Package
Black Line Special Edition
Towing Prep Package
Luxury Package
Cold Weather Package
Cold Weather Package
Premium Package
Exterior Options: 
Carbon Fiber Caps
Carbon Fiber Mirror Caps
Winter Wheel And Tire Package
Premium Paint
Power Tilt/Slide Moonroof w/Aluminum Roof Rails
20" Dark Silver Alloy Wheels w/Machined Finish
Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps w/Adaptive Front Lighting System
Paint Protection Film by 3M
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Fog Lamps
Door Edge Guards
Touch-Free Power Rear Door w/Kick Sensor
Mudguards
Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps
Panoramic Moonroof w/Aluminum Roof Rails
Body-Side Moldings
Running Boards
Door Edge Film by 3M
Interior Options: 
Audi Cargo Box
Leather Care Kit
Audi First Aid Kit
Audi Guard All Weather Floor Mats
USB Cables
Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Wood and Leather Heated Steering Wheel
Cargo Net
Key Gloves w/Lexus Logo
All-Weather Cargo Mat
Carpet Cargo Mat
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Front Seats
12.3" Navigation System w/Multimedia Display
Color Heads-Up Display
Power Folding Heated Rear Seats w/Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
Illuminated Door Sills
Universal Tablet Holder
12.3" Navigation System w/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package
All-Weather Floor Mats
All-Weather Floor Liners

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black w/Crescendo Red Stitching, premium leather
#282828
Black w/Rock Gray Stitching, premium leather
#282828
Color: 
Black w/White Accents, leatherette
#252525
Black, Premium leather
#000000
Birch, leatherette
#BCBCB7
Black, leatherette
#252525
Glazed Caramel, Premium leather
#9B6849
Birch, Premium leather
#BBBBB6
Parchment, Premium leather
#C2AD95
Glazed Caramel, leatherette
#9B6849
Parchment, leatherette
#C2AD95