2024 Audi A3 vs. 2025 Lexus ES 350 Review

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2024 Audi
A3

MSRP*: $35,800 to $37,800
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2025 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
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MPG - City 27 - 29 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 37 MPG 31 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 201-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 302-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 201 hp 302 hp
Exterior Length 176.9 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 71.5 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.8 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
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 350 than the Audi A3, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lexus ES 350 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Audi A3.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A3 as you will with the Lexus ES 350, as they get the same number of miles per 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). Based on MSRP, the Audi A3 is clearly a better financial choice over the Lexus ES 350.

Dimensions
Since the Audi A3 is much slimmer than the Lexus ES 350, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi A3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lexus ES 350.

Handling
The Audi A3 has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus ES 350, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A3 is significantly less powerful than the Lexus ES 350. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
With its lower torque, the Audi A3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lexus ES 350.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Audi A3 and the Lexus ES 350.