Head-to-head
2025 Audi RS vs 2025 Toyota Crown Signia
The Toyota Crown Signia wins clearly, 87.9 to 81.1, on fuel & range, space & cargo. The Audi RS is ahead on price and performance.
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2025 Audi RS
The 2025 Audi RS is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact wagon with 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the RS 3, is EPA-rated at 23…
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B2025 Toyota Crown Signia
The 2025 Toyota Crown Signia is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid compact SUV. The most efficient version, the Crown Signia AWD, is EPA-rated at 38 mpg combined. NHT…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Toyota Crown Signia
Clear winThe Toyota Crown Signia wins clearly, 87.9 to 81.1, on fuel & range, space & cargo. The Audi RS is ahead on price and performance.
Fuel & range 2025 Toyota Crown Signia leads by 47
Space & cargo 2025 Toyota Crown Signia leads by 45.2
Price 2025 Audi RS leads by 12.4
| Category · weight | 2025 Audi RSoverall 81.1 | 2025 Toyota Crown Signiaoverall 87.9 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 87.6 | |||||||||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 53 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 82.2 | 75.1 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 54.8 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 84.8 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 90.8 | 86.8 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 81.1 | 87.9 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 6 of 7 categories compared
Audi RS: base trim A3 quattro AWD · Toyota Crown Signia: base trim XLE AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia wins
- It lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 5.
- It costs $1,800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,750 against $3,550).
- It holds 25.8 cu ft behind the second row against 8.3.
Where the 2025 Audi RS answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (2 against 14 filed with NHTSA).
- It is covered for 50,000 miles basic against 36,000.
What they share
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
53 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $38,200 | $43,590 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1,984 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L TFSI 4 cyl | 2.5-Liter Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder with EV Mode |
| Fuel injection system | — | D-4S |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | DOHC 16-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 188 hp |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 24 mpg | 39 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 38 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.167 / 3.125 | Front: 3.412 / Rear: 10.781 |
| Transmission speeds | 7 | — |
| Transmission type | S-tronic | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 6.7 in |
| Overall height | 56.2 in | 64 in |
| Overall length | 177 in | 194 in |
| Overall width | 71.5 in | 74 in |
| Wheelbase | 104 in | 112 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 68.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 8.3 cu-ft | 25.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | — | 99.3 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 36.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 38.9 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.6 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.2 in | 42.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 37.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.2 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 4,210 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,461 lbs | 4,210 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 5,180 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Mcpherson strut front axle | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Four-link rear suspension | Multi-link with stabilizer bar |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance | Electric Power Steering (EPS); rack parallel-type |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 36.5 ft | 19.8 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 306 mm | 328 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | Electro-mechanical | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | 272 mm | 318 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/45 R17 91H | 225/55R19 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal | 14.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Toyota Connected Services |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | — | 120 months |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 12 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 54.8 in | 57 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 55 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
86 features · differences first, then sharedSafety26 differ · 28 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System | — | std |
| Front and rear curtain shield airbags | — | std |
| Safe Exit Alert (SEA) | — | std |
| 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver's-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) on all passenger seatbelts | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Brake Hold function | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage battery | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger knee airbags | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening (WIL) seats | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) | — | std |
| Electro-mechanical parking brake | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column | — | std |
| Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones | — | std |
| Front Brakes: 306mm (12.0") x 26mm ventilated | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | std |
| Rear Brakes: 272mm (10.7") x 10mm solid | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Side-impact door beams | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0) — Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA) | — | std |
| Vehicle Proximity Notification System (VPNS) | — | std |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | — | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | std |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — Includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility | — | std |
| 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with 6-speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription | — | std |
| Drive Connect — Includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Five USB-C charge ports — two front/two rear/one in console | — | std |
| Qi-compatible vertical wireless smartphone charging with full-charge indicator light | — | std |
| Remote Connect — Remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Safety Connect® — Includes Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Service Connect — Receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
Convenience4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Height-adjustable hands-free power liftgate with jam protection | — | std |
| Smart Key System on all doors and liftgate with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock and panic functions, and remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| One 12V/120W auxiliary power outlet in front console | — | std |
| Power window with auto up/down and jam protection | — | std |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control system with dust and pollen filter, and rear-seat vents | — | std |
Seating7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with memory function and lumbar support | — | std |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | — | std |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | — | std |
| Heated rear seats | — | std |
| 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats with extension board and adjustable headrest and center armrest with cup holders | — | std |
| 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets | — | std |
Interior9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Heated leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, infotainment and driver-assist controls | — | std |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | — | std |
| 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster with selectable gauges | — | std |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Dual extendable sun visors and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed shift knob | — | std |
| LED front and rear reading lights and cargo area light | — | std |
| Overhead console with map lights and Safety Connect® button | — | std |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front-door and one rear bottle holder | — | std |
Exterior18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams (AHB) and auto on/off | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and power-folding feature | — | std |
| 17" 10-V-spoke design wheels (standard) | std | — |
| 18" 5-double-spoke design wheels, bicolor finish (optional) | opt | — |
| 19-in. multi-spoke machine-finished two-tone alloy wheels | — | std |
| 225/40 R18 92H XL all-season tires (optional) | opt | — |
| 225/45 R17 91H all-season tires (standard) | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing windshield and driver and front passenger side windows | — | std |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and power-folding feature | — | std |
| Heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, and power-folding feature | — | std |
| High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | — | std |
| LED taillights and stop lights | — | std |
| Low-profile roof rails | — | std |
| Spare Tire/Wheel — Tire Repair Kit | — | std |
| Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wiper | — | std |
| Rear liftgate window defogger | — | std |
Powertrain6 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 16-valve DOHC with Audi valvelift and variable timing | std | — |
| 2.0L TFSI 4 cyl engine | std | — |
| 7-speed S-tronic® transmission | std | — |
| Comprehensive warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first | std | — |
| EPA Class: Midsize Car AWD | std | — |
| Powertrain warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first | std | — |
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive | std | std |
Chassis3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Electromechanical steering with speed-dependent power assistance | std | — |
| Four-link rear suspension | std | — |
| Mcpherson strut front axle | std | — |
Cargo1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo area tonneau cover | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPAudi RS
Safety Signal 97 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / ★★★★★
Recalls 1
Owner complaints 2 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (1), Service Brakes (1), Forward Collision Avoidance (1)
Top recalls
- minor Back Over Prevention 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles
Toyota Crown Signia
Safety Signal 87 B
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / —
Recalls 3
Owner complaints 14 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (4), Unspecified (4), Forward Collision Avoidance (3)
Top recalls
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V179000 · 8,230 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $38,200 (base trim) | $43,590 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $38,200 – $63,400 3 trims | $43,590 – $47,990 2 trims |
| Powertrains | HEV, GAS | HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | RS 3 | Crown Signia AWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 23 | 38 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,550 | $1,750 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Audi RS or the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia?
The Toyota Crown Signia wins clearly, 87.9 to 81.1, on fuel & range, space & cargo. The Audi RS is ahead on price and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia scores 87.9 and the 2025 Audi RS 81.1. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2025 Audi RS or the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2025 Audi RS starts lower — $38,200 against $43,590, a gap of $5,390 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Audi RS or the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia?
2025 Audi RS: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2025 Toyota Crown Signia: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Audi RS and the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia?
Where the 2025 Toyota Crown Signia wins: it lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 5, costs $1,800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,750 against $3,550), and holds 25.8 cu ft behind the second row against 8.3. Where the 2025 Audi RS answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (2 against 14 filed with NHTSA) and is covered for 50,000 miles basic against 36,000. What they share: 5 seats.