Lexus GS 450h vs. Audi S6 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Audi to the dealership as the Lexus. With respect to fuel economy, the Lexus GS 450h bests the Audi S6. Producing an exact fuel economy evaluation is so tough that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Lexus GS 450h is the winner with respect to fuel economy. When it comes to MSRP, the Lexus GS 450h costs substantially less than the Audi S6. The Lexus GS 450h will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Audi S6.

Utility
The Lexus GS 450h and the Audi S6 can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll quite certainly have to take the Audi S6 for a fill-up more often than the Lexus GS 450h because of its tank size and gas mileage.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Lexus GS 450h offers a bit more head room than the Audi S6, there really isn't much of a difference. The Audi S6 is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the GS 450h.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Audi S6 than the Lexus GS 450h because of its bigger tank. The Lexus GS 450h and the S6 compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Audi S6 packs quite a punch and will knock the Lexus GS 450h down a few rungs. However, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Lexus GS 450h and the Audi S6 most definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Audi S6's engine is significantly more sizeable than the Lexus GS 450h's. Remember that more massive engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. The Audi S6 packs quite a punch compared to the Lexus GS 450h when it comes to torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.

Warranty
The Audi S6 and the Lexus have the same basic warranty.