2022 Audi A8 vs. 2022 Lexus LC

The 2022 Lexus LC is a Japanese marvel, with a spectacular design, dynamic V8 engine and responsive chassis that gives it a near six figure price tag. But what happens when it goes up against the 2022 Audi A8, an executive car with mammoth power of its own, a refined interior/exterior and the best technology that the industry has to offer?

Design & Style

The Audi A8 has been classified as a full sized sedan. It is considered by many to be one of the world’s most extravagant vehicles, as it displays trapezoidal grilles, supple Valetta leather in the cabin, carbon fiber, aluminum and wooden trim. Crisp lines can be seen in the exterior, with seats inside that can massage the back and be powered twenty two different ways.

The Lexus LC is sharp, sporty and considered a roadster. However, it can be purchased in convertible and coupe form. Its leather has a lovely fragrance and passengers within the cabin will be presented with ten inch touch displays. Its outer silhouette is sleek with exhaust pipes that have been integrated and tailpipes which are quite intricate.

Technology & Safety

The Lexus LC is outfitted with the automobile industry’s newest safety functions. These include lane departure notifications, cruise control that is adaptive, a heads up style display, automated parking and blind area monitoring. However, it dispenses of the hands free operation that is seen in some of its rivals, and perks within its cabin include an audio system from Mark Levinson, climate control, heated/cooled seats and Amazon Alexa.

The Audi A8 comes with every safety feature found in the Lexus LC, and some it doesn’t have. In addition to automated emergency brakes and lane departure notifications the A8 also has the ability to recognize traffic signs, provides driver assistance which manages the throttle and brake, and also has Predictive Active Suspension which can detect incoming collisions, prompting the suspension to elevate the vehicle’s side 3.1 inches which allows it to absorb then dissipate the impact. Its luxury features include climate control which covers 4 zones, an audio system from Bang & Olufsen and panoramic sunroof.

Performance

Those that go all out and purchase the Audi S8 will get a dual turbo V8, 4 liter engine that can generate 563 horsepower, enabling it to accelerate from zero to sixty in 3.8 seconds. The Lexus LC also offers a V8 engine which is 5 liter, but only capable of generating 471 horsepower.

The Bottom Line

While the engineers at Lexus did a respectable job on the LC, the Audi outclasses it across the board. The A8 has better safety credentials and superior performance, making it the victor.

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