2025 Audi SQ7 vs 2025 Lexus LX

$90,800 · Crossover

$106,000 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant quantifiable difference between the 2025 Audi SQ7 and the 2025 Lexus LX is the $15,200 MSRP gap, with the SQ7 starting at $90,800 versus the LX's $106,000 entry price. This cost disparity is reflected in performance metrics; the SQ7 produces a substantial 500 hp and 568 lb-ft of torque, significantly outperforming the LX's 409 hp and 479 lb-ft. However, the LX offers marginally better fuel economy, achieving 19 MPG combined compared to the SQ7's 17 MPG combined rating, despite both requiring premium unleaded fuel. Dimensions show the LX is notably taller at 74.2 inches versus 68.5 inches for the Audi. Furthermore, cargo space is lower in the Lexus at 11 cu ft compared to the SQ7's 14.2 cu ft. While the LX utilizes a 10-speed automatic transmission, the SQ7 employs an 8-speed unit, demonstrating different engineering approaches across these premium rivals.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Audi SQ7

The 2025 Audi SQ7 offers superior fuel efficiency for stop-and-go driving with 15 MPG in the city versus the Lexus LX's 17 MPG highway rating.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Audi SQ7

The Audi SQ7 provides more usable interior storage with 14.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Lexus LX's 11.0 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Audi SQ7

The Audi SQ7 provides a definitive performance advantage with 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, exceeding the LX's 409 hp and 479 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Audi SQ7

The Audi SQ7 offers 91 more horsepower for a price difference that is $15,200 less than the Lexus LX.

Choose the Audi SQ7 if...

You prioritize outright acceleration and have a budget below $100,000, as the SQ7 starts at $90,800.
You require slightly more accessible storage space, benefiting from 14.2 cu ft of cargo capacity over the competitor.
Your driving style demands higher power figures, specifically benefiting from the 500 hp and 568 lb-ft output.

Choose the Lexus LX if...

You prefer the added stability and stature provided by the Lexus LX's greater height of 74.2 inches.
You value the smoothness of a 10-speed automatic transmission over the SQ7's 8-speed unit.
Your usage profile favors slightly better highway driving economy, achieving 22 MPG versus the SQ7's 21 MPG.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Audi SQ7	Lexus LX
Length	199.6"	200.5"
Width	77.6"	78.3"
Height	68.5"	74.2"
Wheelbase	118.0"	112.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	3.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	500 hp	409 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	568 lb-ft	479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Locking
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Hi-Lo
Locking Hubs	—	Automatic

Fuel

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/21 MPG	17/22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	19 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/472.5 mi.	358.7/464.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	21.1 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cooled Storage Compartment	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Bang & Olufsen	—
Stereo Power	755W	—
Speaker System	19	10
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Audi	Lexus
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	37.8 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.5 in.	61.4 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	59.6 in.
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Rear Head Room	38.8 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.8 in.	36.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.5 in.	58.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	58.8 in.
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	21 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	✓	✓
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.
Spare Tire Type	—	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Front Suspension Type	—	Independent
Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Audi	Lexus
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ 10000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Audi SQ7 and 2025 Lexus LX.

How do the base MSRPs of the 2025 Audi SQ7 and Lexus LX compare?

The 2025 Audi SQ7 has a lower starting MSRP of $90,800. In contrast, the 2025 Lexus LX begins at $106,000, creating a $15,200 price gap between the two premium SUVs.

Is there a significant performance disparity between the two models?

Yes, the Audi SQ7 delivers 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque, substantially more than the Lexus LX's output of 409 hp and 479 lb-ft. This results in a 91 horsepower advantage for the Audi.

Which vehicle offers better fuel economy for daily driving?

The Lexus LX is slightly more efficient, achieving a combined 19 MPG (17 city/22 highway). The Audi SQ7 lags slightly behind with a combined rating of 17 MPG (15 city/21 highway).

How do the exterior dimensions and practicality compare?

The Lexus LX is significantly taller at 74.2 inches compared to the SQ7's 68.5 inches. However, the SQ7 provides superior rear storage with 14.2 cu ft of cargo space versus the LX's 11.0 cu ft.

Do both vehicles use the same drive system and transmission type?

Both utilize sophisticated drivetrains; the SQ7 uses an 8-speed shiftable automatic paired with all-wheel drive. The LX features a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission combined with four-wheel drive capability.