2025 Lexus LC vs 2026 Audi RS 7

$99,750 · Coupe

$132,700 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Lexus LC dazzles with stunning, near-exotic design and a pure RWD Grand Touring feel, commanding attention despite its 471 hp output. Contrastingly, the 2026 Audi RS 7 unleashes outright ballistic performance with a staggering 621 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque delivered via sophisticated AWD. The significant $32,950 price gap makes the decision fascinating; the Lexus starts at $99,750 while the Audi pushes performance boundaries near $132,700. While both demand premium fuel, the LC offers slightly better efficiency at 18 combined MPG compared to the RS 7's 16 MPG. The Lexus remains compact at 187.4 inches long, but the voluminous RS 7 sedan boasts over four times the cargo space at 24.6 cu ft versus the LC's scant 5.4 cu ft, highlighting their fundamentally different missions despite their shared segment prestige.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lexus LC

The Lexus LC, with its slightly better 18 combined MPG and smaller footprint, is marginally more manageable for daily ingress and egress than the larger Audi RS 7.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Audi RS 7

The Audi RS 7's sedan body style offers a massive 24.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the LC's minimal 5.4 cu ft, making it practical for carrying passengers and gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Audi RS 7

The 2026 Audi RS 7 delivers superior straight-line dominance with 621 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque, a massive advantage over the LC's 471 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lexus LC

The 2025 Lexus LC offers striking design and engaging RWD dynamics for a starting price nearly $33,000 less than the high-performance Audi RS 7.

Choose the Lexus LC if...

You prioritize head-turning, low-slung exotic styling above outright power figures.
You appreciate the purer engagement of a rear-wheel-drive platform for spirited driving.
You want an entry into true luxury performance while keeping the MSRP below the $100,000 mark.

Choose the Audi RS 7 if...

You require usable rear seats and over 24 cubic feet of practical cargo space.
You demand the brute force acceleration provided by 621 horsepower and standard AWD grip.
You are willing to pay a premium for segment-leading power figures exceeding 600 horsepower.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lexus LC	Audi RS 7
Length	187.4"	197.2"
Width	75.6"	76.8"
Height	53.0"	56.1"
Wheelbase	113.0"	115.3"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lexus	Audi
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	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Integrated Headrests	—	✓
Rear Fixed Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Base Engine Displacement	5.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	471 hp @ 7100 rpm	621 hp
Torque	398 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm	627 lb-ft
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	16/24 MPG	14/21 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	18 MPG	16 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	347.2/520.8 mi.	270.2/405.3 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.7 gal.	19.3 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	12	—
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Bang & Olufsen
Surround Audio	—	Discrete

Power Feature

Feature	Lexus	Audi
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Fixed Glass	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Front Head Room	37.2 in.	37.0 in.
Front Leg Room	42.0 in.	41.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	57.2 in.
Front Hip Room	54.1 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	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-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
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Rear Head Room	32.2 in.	37.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	32.5 in.	37.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	49.0 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	43.7 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Painted Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Wheel Size	21 x 9.5 in.	21 in
Tire Size	275/35R21	275/35R21
Run Flat Tires	✓	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Tire Type	—	Performance

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Lexus	Audi
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 10000 mi.	3 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lexus LC and 2026 Audi RS 7.

How much more power does the Audi RS 7 have than the Lexus LC?

The 2026 Audi RS 7 possesses significantly more power, boasting 621 horsepower, which is a substantial 150 hp more than the 471 hp produced by the 2025 Lexus LC.

Is the Lexus LC practical for carrying luggage compared to the Audi RS 7?

The Lexus LC is severely compromised for utility, offering only 5.4 cu ft of cargo space; conversely, the Audi RS 7 sedan provides a much more generous 24.6 cu ft, making it far superior for hauling.

What is the key mechanical difference affecting all-weather driving?

The Audi RS 7 comes standard with an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system for superior traction in adverse conditions, whereas the Lexus LC utilizes a dedicated Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) configuration.

How large is the price disparity between these two luxury machines?

There is a notable $32,950 difference in starting MSRP, with the Lexus LC beginning at $99,750 and the Audi RS 7 starting significantly higher at $132,700.

Which car is more fuel-efficient for long-distance cruising?

The Lexus LC holds a slight edge in efficiency, achieving 18 combined MPG versus the RS 7’s 16 combined MPG, meaning fewer trips to the premium fuel pump.

Do both vehicles use high-performance transmissions?

Yes, both utilize performance-oriented automatic transmissions; the Lexus LC employs a 10-speed unit, while the Audi RS 7 is paired with an 8-speed shiftable automatic.