If you're in need of a way to reenergize your daily drive, then surely you've been curious about what a new luxury sports coupe could do for you. Two of the most popular options in this segment are the Audi S5 and the Lexus RC. Both offer the performance, technology, and comfort needed to take your daily commute to the next level. But which one best complements your lifestyle? To help you decide, the product experts at Audi Hoffman Estates have compared the Audi S5 vs. Lexus RC in the following page.
Specifically, we've compared the 2019 Audi S5 Premium, starting at $52,400 MSRP, and the 2019 Lexus RC 300 F SPORT AWD, starting at $51,060 MSRP.
If you'd like to speak with a representative at our Audi dealership in Schaumburg, IL, please give us a call at (888) 548-6440 or contact us online.
Audi S5 vs. Lexus RC: Performance
If thrilling performance is what you demand, then the Audi S5 is the luxury sports coupe you need to take home. The Lexus RC offers dynamic performance, but the Audi S5 provides nearly a hundred more horsepower and over 130 lb.-ft. more torque.
Audi S5 | Luxury Sports Coupe | Lexus RC |
3.0L Turbocharged V6 | Engine | 3.5L V6 |
349 HP | Horsepower | 260 HP |
369 lb.-ft. | Torque | 236 lb.-ft. |
4.4 seconds | 0-60 MPH Acceleration | 6.3 seconds |
155 MPH | Top Speed | 130 MPH |
Audi S5 vs. Lexus RC: Interior Features
While Lexus certainly offers a connected and comfortable driving experience, the Audi S5 has been painstakingly developed to provide a true cockpit experience. From driver-focused features like virtual cockpitâ„¢ to advanced audio, the Audi S5 comes with several exclusive features you simply won't find on the Lexus RC, including:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Tri-zone automatic climate control
- 7-in. MMI® center infotainment display
- 7-in. color driver information display
- 10-speaker Audi sound system
Audi S5 vs. Lexus RC: Safety Features
Both the Audi S5 and the Lexus RC come equipped with the most up-to-date active and passive safety features you can find. However, our experts agree that Audi provides a far more comprehensive safety suite. Key safety features you'll find on the Audi S5 include:
- Adaptive multistage front airbags
- Audi pre sense® basic
- Audi pre sense® city
- Audi drive select
- Audi connect CARE assistance
Finance or Lease a 2019 Audi S5 near Schaumburg, IL Today
Now that you know the Audi S5 surrounds you with the elegance, power, and confidence you demand from your daily drive, then it's time to see how you can take one home from Audi Hoffman Estates. Delve into our lease offers and finance specials to take your next step towards ownership today. If you have any questions for the team at our Audi dealership in Schaumburg, IL, please give us a call at (888) 548-6440 or contact us online.