2024 Audi
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2025 Lexus
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| MPG - City | 27 - 29 MPG | 43 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 34 - 37 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | Info not available |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 215 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 39.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 36.8 in
Rear 36.6 in |
Front 37.5 in
Rear 37.4 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus ES 300h than the Audi A3, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Lexus ES 300h 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 300h, 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 300h.
Dimensions
Since the Audi A3 is much slimmer than the Lexus ES 300h, 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 300h.
Handling
The Audi A3 has a smaller turning radius than the Lexus ES 300h, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Audi A3 has less horsepower than the Lexus ES 300h, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Audi A3 does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Lexus ES 300h.
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 300h.