Comparison - Lexus RX 450hL Luxury 2021 - vs - Audi SQ5 Sportback 2021

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
$
57,310
Updated: 
22 Sep 2019
‎£
57,705
Updated: 
21 Dec 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
6
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.20gals
18.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Matador Red Mica
#720D14
Caviar
#2E2E2E
Nori Green Pearl
#535739
Nebula Gray Pearl
#4F5052
Nightfall Mica
#1A2D51
Moonbeam Beige Metallic
#A49D93
Obsidian
#090909
Eminent White Pearl
#F2F2F2
Atomic Silver
#ABAAB8

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

For 2021 Some previously optional features are now standard.Wireless device charging pad is now available.

Pros
Impeccable cabin finished with top-quality materials
Advanced safety features come standard
High fuel economy for a luxury crossover SUV

Cons
Third-row space is tight for anyone other than small kids
Less overall cargo capacity than competitors
Touchpad controller is distracting to use

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Lexus RX Hybrid's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. Currently the Lexus RX Hybrid has a score of 7.8 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 29 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Silky ride
Lengthy features list
Opulent cabin

Cons
Less nimble than rivals
Limited cargo space
Finicky Remote Touch infotainment interface
Miniscule third row

By: 
usnews.com

Is 2021 your year to make the step to a hybrid? The Lexus RX450h Luxury makes it a comfortable and easy journey, albeit a rather unexciting one.

Pros
The best looking Lexus (aside from LC500) - modern and stylish inside and out
Effortless hybrid drivetrain
Plenty of kit
Quiet and comfortable in every environment

Cons
Thirsty V6 offset by hybrid, but not as much as you'd like
CVT dulls the driving experience
Getting pretty spendy for a car that starts in the $70k range
1990s rear-view camera needs to go

By: 
caradvice.com.au

Like the regular Q5, the high-performance SQ5 receives a host of exterior updates, including an all-new Sportback variant, for 2021 to freshen its look. New exterior lighting elements, a tweaked grille and bumpers, and new wheel designs differentiate it from last year's model. The top-spec Prestige gets OLED taillights as standard, and two new colors join the palette: Ultra Blue and District Green.

Pros
Handsomely-equipped cabin,
comfortable ride,
decent fuel economy for a performance SUV.

Cons
Not overly spacious,
turbo V-6 doesn't match rivals' horsepower,
handling not as sharp as it could be.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Sportier Sportback does well to not compromise on practicality, but you’ll pay a premium for odd looks.

Pros
Impressively practical despite the roof,
interior is still top of the class

Cons
It will give you an existential crisis.
What is it all for?

By: 
topgear.com

All-new model for 2021.Has a sleeker style than the regular SQ5.Comes standard with an adaptive sport suspension.Part of the first Q5 Sportback generation introduced 2021.

Pros
Impressively comfortable ride for a sport-tuned SUV
Luxurious but restrained interior design
Nimble handling

Cons
Infotainment system is distracting to use
Less overall storage space than standard SQ5

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
29.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
Cylinders: 
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
Torque: 
247ft-lbs
at 4 600rpm
516ft-lbs
at 3 250rpm
Horsepower: 
308hp
at 6 000rpm
336hp
at 3 950rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
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: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Multi-function steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather And Wood Steering Wheel
Adaptive Cruise Control

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
196.90in
Width: 
74.60in
Height: 
67.70in
Ground Clearance: 
7.90in
Wheel Base: 
109.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.70
Rear Head Room: 
37.90
Front Leg Room: 
41.40in
Rear leg room: 
30.90in
Front Hip Room: 
55.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.30in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
58.50cu.ft
51.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
7.50cu.ft
17.60cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
4905.00lbs
4431.00lbs

Instruments

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

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Premium Leather
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Reclining Rear Seats
Folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
3-zone deluxe automatic air conditioning
Exterior mirrors, electrically adjustable, heated and folding, automatically dimming on both sides

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Memory Card Slot
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
9 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 X 7.5 In.
20"
Wheels more: 
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R20
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
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 Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Post-Collision Safety System
Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System
LED Headlamp
4-Wheel ABS

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
Exterior Options: 
Paint Protection Film By 3M
Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps
Door Edge Guards
Premium Paint
Running Boards
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Door Edge Film By 3M
Body-Side Moldings
Touch-Free Power Rear Door W/Kick Sensor
Mudguards
Interior Options: 
Color Heads-Up Display
12.3" Navigation System W/Multimedia Display
Illuminated Door Sills
Universal Tablet Holder
Wireless Charger
Carpet Cargo Mat
Key Gloves W/Lexus Logo
12.3" Navigation System W/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package
All-Weather Cargo Mat
Cargo Net
All-Weather Floor Liners

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, premium leather
#000000
Glazed Caramel, premium leather
#9B6849
Birch, premium leather
#BCBCB7
Parchment, premium leather
#D7D1C1