Head-to-head
2026 Audi RS vs 2026 Toyota Crown Signia
The Toyota Crown Signia wins clearly, 95.2 to 68.8, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, safety. The Audi RS is ahead on price and performance.
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2026 Audi RS
The 2026 Audi RS is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas compact wagon with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the RS 3, is EPA-rated at 23…
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The 2026 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
2026 Toyota Crown Signia
Clear winThe Toyota Crown Signia wins clearly, 95.2 to 68.8, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, safety. The Audi RS is ahead on price and performance.
Tech & comfort 2026 Toyota Crown Signia leads by 94.6
Fuel & range 2026 Toyota Crown Signia leads by 47
Safety 2026 Toyota Crown Signia leads by 22.4
| Category · weight | 2026 Audi RSoverall 68.8 | 2026 Toyota Crown Signiaoverall 95.2 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 100 | 90.1 | |||||||||||||||
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 | 77.6 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
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 & comfortw 3 | 5.4 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 90.8 | 86.8 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 68.8 | 95.2 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · all 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 2026 Toyota Crown Signia wins
- It lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 5.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (37 points against 2 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It costs $1,800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,750 against $3,550).
Where the 2026 Audi RS answers
- It is covered for 50,000 miles basic against 36,000.
- It is covered 4 years basic against 3.
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) | $40,100 | $44,490 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| 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 | TFSI | 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 | 7-speed 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 | — | 96.5 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 36.8 in | 37.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 38.1 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) | 3,461 lbs | 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 | 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
106 features · differences first, then sharedSafety27 differ · 29 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) | — | std |
| Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | — | 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 |
| Brake Hold function | — | std |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage battery | — | std |
| Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening (WIL) seats | — | std |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | — | 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 |
| Rear Brakes: 272mm (10.7") x 10mm solid | std | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | — | std |
| Side-impact door beams | — | 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 |
| 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 |
Infotainment13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Connect® — Includes Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Remote Connect — Remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Depending on grade, allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Remote Connect — Remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Depending on grade, allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. 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 |
| Wi-Fi Connect — Includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | — | std |
| Remote Connect — Remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Depending on grade, allows you to lock/unlock doors, start and stop the vehicle, locate your last parked location, check vehicle status and monitor guest drivers. 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 |
| 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with 6-speakers, wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription | — | std |
| 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-flat rear seats with extension board and adjustable headrest and center armrest with cup holders | — | std |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | — | std |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with memory function and lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| Heated rear seats | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with memory function and lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with memory function and lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
Interior14 differ · 14 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 |
| Base MSRP (USD): $130,700 (RS 6 Avant performance); $73,100 (A6 allroad); $40,100 (A3 quattro); $52,000 (S3); $66,100 (RS 3) | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | — | std |
| Heated leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio, infotainment and driver-assist controls | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed shift knob | — | std |
| New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 4 year / 50,000 mi whichever occurs first | std | — |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front-door and one rear bottle holder | — | std |
| Dual extendable sun visors and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Dual extendable sun visors and illuminated vanity mirrors | — | std |
| Leather-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with memory function and lumbar support; 8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat | — | std |
| LED front and rear reading lights and cargo area light | — | std |
| Overhead console with map lights and Safety Connect® button | — | std |
Exterior22 differ · 22 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 |
| 19-in. multi-spoke machine-finished two-tone alloy wheels | — | 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 |
| Curb Weight (lbs): 4,916 (RS 7 performance); 4,486 (A6 allroad); 4,982 (RS 6 Avant performance); 3,461 (A3 quattro); 3,549 (S3); 3,627 (RS 3) | std | — |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd.): 0.35 (RS 7 performance); 0.29 (A6 allroad); 0.36 (RS 6 Avant performance); 0.29 (A3 quattro); 0.31 (S3); 0.32 (RS 3) | 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 |
| Tires (Optional): 225/40 R18 92H XL all-season | opt | — |
| Tires (Standard): 225/45 R17 91H all-season | std | — |
| Unitary steel body construction | std | — |
| Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wiper | — | std |
| Wheels (Optional): 18" 5-double-spoke design, bicolor finish | opt | — |
| Wheels (Optional): 18" 5-Y-double spoke design, black metallic finish | opt | — |
| Wheels (Standard): 17" 5-V-spoke design | std | — |
| Rear liftgate window defogger | — | std |
Powertrain10 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-60 mph (sec): 3.3 (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 5.1 est. (A6 allroad); 6 est. (A3 quattro); 4.4 est. (S3); 3.6 est. (RS 3) | std | — |
| 7-speed S-tronic® transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive | std | — |
| Engine Type: 4.0 TFSI®, 8 CYL (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 3.0L turbocharged V6 (A6 allroad); 2.0L TFSI 4 cyl (A3 quattro / S3); 2.5L TFSI 5 cyl (RS 3) | std | — |
| EPA-estimated City mpg: 14 (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 21 (A6 allroad); 24 (A3 quattro); 23 (S3); 20 (RS 3) | std | — |
| EPA-estimated Combined mpg: 16 (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 24 (A6 allroad); 28 (A3 quattro); 26 (S3); 23 (RS 3) | std | — |
| EPA-estimated Highway mpg: 21 (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 30 (A6 allroad); 34 (A3 quattro); 31 (S3); 29 (RS 3) | std | — |
| Fuel Tank (gal): 19.3 (RS 7 performance / A6 allroad / RS 6 Avant performance); 14.5 (A3 quattro / S3 / RS 3) | std | — |
| Horsepower (SAE): 621 hp (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 335 hp (A6 allroad); 201 hp (A3 quattro); 328 hp (S3); 394 hp (RS 3) | std | — |
| Maximum torque, lb-ft: 627 (RS 7 performance / RS 6 Avant performance); 369 (A6 allroad); 236 (A3 quattro); 295 (S3); 369 (RS 3) | std | — |
| Top Track Speed: 155 mph / optional 190 mph (RS 6 Avant performance); 130 mph (A6 allroad); 130 mph (A3 quattro); 155 mph (S3); 155/180 mph (RS 3) | std | — |
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive | std | std |
Chassis4 differ · 4 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 | — |
| Turning Circle (ft, curb to curb): TBD (RS 7 performance); 40 (A6 allroad); 39.7 (RS 6 Avant performance); 36.5 (A3 quattro / S3); 39.4 (RS 3) | 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 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Wheels (1)
Top recalls
- minor Back Over Prevention 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles
Toyota Crown Signia
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Audi RSA3 quattro AWD | Toyota Crown SigniaXLE AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $40,100 (base trim) | $44,490 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $40,100 – $130,700 6 trims | $44,490 – $48,890 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 2026 Audi RS or the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The Toyota Crown Signia wins clearly, 95.2 to 68.8, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, safety. The Audi RS is ahead on price and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia scores 95.2 and the 2026 Audi RS 68.8. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2026 Audi RS or the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
The 2026 Audi RS starts lower — $40,100 against $44,490, a gap of $4,390 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Audi RS or the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
2026 Audi RS: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall. 2026 Toyota Crown Signia: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 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 2026 Audi RS and the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia?
Where the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia wins: it lists 26 standard driver-assist features against 5, lists more comfort and tech equipment (37 points against 2 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and costs $1,800 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($1,750 against $3,550). Where the 2026 Audi RS answers: it is covered for 50,000 miles basic against 36,000 and is covered 4 years basic against 3. What they share: 5 seats.