2022 Lexus RX vs 2022 Audi Q5: Worth checking out

There are quite a few options out there if you’re in the market for a luxury sport utility vehicle. One of the most popular models on the market is the 2022 Lexus RX which is technically larger than the Q5 and one segment above, but its starting price and value make it very similar to the Audi compact SUV. In other words, if you thought the Lexus RX wasn’t a possibility, think again.

2022 Lexus RX vs Audi Q5 Engine Comparison

The new 2022 Lexus RX puts the focus first and foremost on refinement and luxury. It’s one of the most comfortable, quiet luxury SUVs qui can buy in its segment and thanks to the optional Lexus RX L configuration, you can also seat 7 passengers in the RX. Despite the model you ultimately buy, however, you still get plenty of interior space in the new RX.

The Q5, on the other hand, is more of a sporty SUV. There’s nothing wrong with that, but the Lexus RX is the more balanced option of both SUVs according to most experts. That said, the new RX does have significant power coming from its 3.5-liter V6 engine that delivers 295 horsepower, more than the Audi Q5 by nearly 40 horsepower. That means slightly quicker accelerations and more confident passing.

Another interesting element of the 2022 Lexus RX is the availability of a hybrid model which you won’t find in the Audi Q5. Called the Lexus RX450h, it features 308 horsepower and averages less than 9.0 liters per 100 kilometers in terms of fuel consumption.

The Lexus RX is the vehicle you buy if you want a quiet ride, the latest safety and connectivity technologies, and more connectivity and safety features. It is also one of the most reliable and dependable luxury SUVs you can buy. The 2022 Lexus RX has consistently outperformed other luxury SUVs in the J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study.

To learn more about the 2022 Lexus RX and how it compares to the new Audi Q5, contact us today at Lexus of Lakeridge.