Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus IS Price Comparison
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For the Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus IS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the A6 / S6 vs. IS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the A6 / S6 and IS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus IS 350's price is $10,615 lower than the Audi A6 / S6 3.0T's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus IS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus IS 350 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 10,615 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 12,630 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | A6 / S6 | IS |
| Trim | 3.0T | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 310hp V6 | 306hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 21/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 630, 14 | 300, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | 59,130 | 44,315 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,200 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 54,930 | 44,315 |
| Total Invoice | 55,054 | 38,514 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,910 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 51,144 | 38,514 |
Invoice Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus IS
Price Comparison (MSRP): Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus ISThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Lexus IS 350 | ||
| Difference: 14,815 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus IS 350 | ||
| Difference: 16,540 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | A6 / S6 | IS |
| Trim | 3.0T | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | 49,900 | 35,440 |
| Base Invoice | 46,408 | 31,186 |
| Sport Package | 1,000 | 3,695 |
| Prestige Package | 6,880 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,990 | |
| Headlight washers | 100 | |
| Sport Package | 2,956 | |
| Prestige Package | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 400 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,302 | |
| Headlight washers | 80 | |
| Total options | 8,355 | 8,285 |
| Total options | 7,771 | 6,738 |
| Destination | 875 | 590 |
| Total Price | 59,130 | 44,315 |
| Total Invoice | 55,054 | 38,514 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Audi A6 / S6
| Price of the Audi A6 / S6: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Pricey, especially with options, but no more so than its direct competition. Still cheaper than an equivalent M-B or BMW. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Not a lot of 26 year olds in my town are driving the car i have so i get looks allll the time. but anyway, Depending how much money you have to put down and make, will determine if u have a 500 $ payment since i was 11k upside down on my trade in. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Price is high...but all cars in this class have a high price. You get what you pay for. :) |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Over $10k more than V70 |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Full price - no discounts or concessions |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 265-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | it is a pricey car in an absolute sense but a good value vs. bmw 540 |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.2L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | The car is was very expensive, and hence payments high. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.7L V6 6-speed manual AWD | It can be quite expensive, though a used A6 over 5 years old will drop in price dramatically and become an excellent deal. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Lexus IS
| Price of the Lexus IS: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Price is definitely fair. |
| 2001 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Cheaper to buy than 3 series, much cheaper to own. |
| Price of the Lexus IS: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD | Very high price for effciency, needs premium fuel |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD | After considering discounts, the IS-F was more expensive than the M3. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Even this entry level Lexus was expensive compared to peers. |
Features Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | A6 / S6 | IS |
| Trim | 3.0T | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $200 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Media drive, large | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| WIFI hotspot | $150 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,255 | $2,055 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,200 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,910 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A6 / S6 vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | A6 / S6 | IS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 107.5 in |
| Length | 193.9 in | 180.1 in |
| Width | 73.8 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,045 lb. | 3,527 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 43.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.4 in | 30.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.1 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
3.0T
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| 245/45HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Interior lights, additional | 0 | No |
| Cornering lights | 25 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Unique exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Bose, 630W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| Media hard drive | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 50 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 200 | No |
| WIFI hotspot | 150 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| 245/45HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3350 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 34% |
Option Package Details
350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 22% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Heated | 300 | Yes |
| Cooled | 300 | Yes |
| Alloy pedals | 75 | No |
| 255/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2075 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 23% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Audi A6 / S6 Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Audi A6 / S6: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Tiny, precise, panel gaps in both the interior and exterior. Quiet ride, fantastic interior - period. |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very well assembled with top notch materials |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Interior quality amazing. All switches are damped, very high quality soft touch plastics, fabric panels. Quiet smooth ride, with plenty of power and excellent all-weather handling. Superb ski car. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent. Every year their cars somehow get better and better. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Soft, supple leather, stitched really well. Everything feels solid in my hand. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fit and finish was top quality |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Top class material. Everything looks new still after 3 years and zero creaks and groan. It is clear that the designer has put their heart when they design this cabin. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 265-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Reputation for quality - interiors especially look very high class. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.2L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Solid, wear well, continue to look good with wear. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
All of the German brands have a reputation for excellent build quality and usually offer the newest safety and convenience features. Audi has always been known for the safety and security of its Quattro all-wheel drive system. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.7L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
high quality materials used throughout. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Interior trim, fit and finish are excellent, except for the rubber on the side light switch, temperature control switches which is peeling off. Car has 63k miles and in many respects feels like new. Sporty and luxurious at the same time. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.7L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
The car is built using only high-quality materials and is extremely well-made. Audi even has a lifetime rust warranty on the body of the car. Regardless of its age or warranty status, Audi will repair/replace ANY rusted body panels at their expense. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Subtle luxury |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Perfect fit and finish throughout |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Audi A6 / S6: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Actually I wouldnt know because i have not had to take it to a Audi Shop for anything serious. I do always have to reset my auto power windows and the service engine is on alot,the gas gage sometimes doesnt move, and seems like the fan in running all time |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Audi woud not try to repair until a system or part totally failed. I was eventualy informed that they wait to replace something that fails so they can send it back to the manufacturer for a credit. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Lexus IS Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Lexus IS: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It's a Lexus and the interior finishes are nice for this price point. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Car feels very well put together. No rattles or squeaks. Gaps around the hood and doors are even and small. |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The IS250 all wheel drive has been flawless in 6100 miles (to date) in fit and finish. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Smooth ride, no problems so far, liking it more the longer I own it. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The doors close like a refrigerator, seriously. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The car was well build and had not problems during the 15 months that we owned it. |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent interrior craftsmanship, leather is comfortable and sturdy; knobs/features are solid and not junky. |
| 2002 | 4dr Wagon 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rattles! Doors solid and heavy. Gearshift lever has satisfying snick. Germanic feeling buttons and switches for a Japanese car. Good quality paint, wheels, etc. No steering, suspension or driveline wear is noticeable to date. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lexus, need I say more? Feels like a much more expensive vehicle. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Lexus IS: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This is the Achilles heel to Lexus. The 2009 RX 350 and now our 2010 IS 250 both have lousy build and workmanship. Cheap, pieces falling off, cheesy interior. Very inferior to many other vehicles in same league. Last several years quality has cratered |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The leather was not as soft as in our previos Lexus. There is no wood trim. It is simply not as refined as Lexus is with most of their vehicles. |
