2024 Audi A4 vs. 2025 Lexus ES 350 Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi A4

2024 Audi
A4

MSRP*: $41,900 to $44,100
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2025 Lexus ES 350

2025 Lexus
ES 350

MSRP*: $42,040 to $50,930
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 35 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)
  • 261-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
Horsepower 201 - 261 hp 302 hp
Exterior Length 187.5 in 195.9 in
Exterior Width 72.7 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 35.7 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 37.3 in
Rear 37.4 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 A4, due to its greater head- and legroom. Offering just a little more front head- and legroom than the Audi A4, drivers may find the Lexus ES 350 a little roomier and somewhat more comfortable.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi A4 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Audi A4 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus ES 350.

Dimensions
The Audi A4 is about the same width as the Lexus ES 350. The Audi A4 is slightly shorter than the Lexus ES 350, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Audi A4 has about the same turning radius as the Lexus ES 350, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Audi A4 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 A4 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 A4 and the Lexus ES 350.