2021 Lexus NX 300 vs 2021 Audi Q3

2021 Lexus NX 300 vs 2021 Audi Q3

The Lexus NX 300 and Audi Q3 are two of the top SUVs in the compact sports utility competition. They have been competing for the top spot with their intense head-to-head battle. The Audi Q3 has high standards and sets the bar high, but the Lexus NX 300 is the superior SUV. Both could be an ideal SUV for your next purchase, but see why the Lexus NX 300 ranks higher than the Audi Q3.

2021 Lexus NX 300

With a starting price of $37,610, the Lexus NX 300 is priced very reasonably. The number of features equipped within the NX 300 will change the way you view luxury SUVs forever. When driving in the Lexus NX 300, the adventure will be unlike any other you’ve experienced.

To start, the NX 300 is fitted with a handful of technological advancements. The NX 300 is the most advanced Lexus NX that has ever been created. You can now enjoy Enjoy smartphone connectivity and Amazon Alexa* compatibility. It also has a convenient touchscreen and an available audio system that rivals six-figure home systems. With the touchscreen, you can access the navigation system, along with climate and audio controls. You can now manage your vehicle through the Lexus app. This allows you to remote start the car and pre-sets the climate, so the interior is at your desired comfort zone before entering.

Besides the advanced interior technology, the Lexus NX 300 is fitted with a state-of-the-art safety system. The NX 300 was designed to make sure the passengers and others on the road are kept safe. The safety features which are here to protect you consist of a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alerts, adaptive headlights, parking assist adaptive headrest to prevent whiplash, and a Lexus Safety System 2.0. It is also fitted with backup cameras that have dynamic guidelines and a panoramic bird’s eye view. The Lexus NX 300 has the most advanced safety system Lexus has ever created.

With the advanced technology and safety features, there’s no shock that the vehicle’s performance aspects are also highly advanced. With a potent 2.5-liter engine and powerful electric motors, the all-wheel-drive NX delivers smooth, instant acceleration. It also has a class-leading 31-MPG combined. The NX is equipped with variable driving modes to maximum performance regardless of the road conditions.

2021 Audi Q3

The Audi Q3 is one of the top competitors of the Lexus NX 300. It has a starting price of $33,300, which is slightly less than the NX 300. When paying less, you can expect to receive less, and this is precisely what happens when purchasing an Audi Q3.

To start, the Audi Q3 is fitted with standard technology features that most vehicles are equipped with. It has a touchscreen navigation system and smartphone connectivity. The Q3 also has heated seats and a leather interior with ambient interior lighting.

The safety features for the Audi Q3 are similar to the Lexus NX 300 but not as advanced. It is fitted with driver assistance features like pedestrian detection and parking assist. It is also equipped with a rearview camera and adaptive cruise control.

When it comes to performance features, the Audi Q3 cannot compete with the Lexus NX 300. It is fitted with a 2.0L four-cylinder engine that only produces 184 HP. The Audi Q3 has a combined MPG of 23, significantly less than the Lexus NX 300.

Why Buy a Lexus NX 300 over an Audi Q3

After reviewing the information about the two vehicles, it should make your decision easy. The Lexus NX 300 is easily the more advanced SUV. It may cost slightly more, but the amount of safety features and technological advancements completely overshadows the Audi Q3. The Lexus NX 300 has everything the Audi Q3 has and more. Visit Rallye Lexus in Glen Cove today, and test drive a new Lexus NX 300!