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Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS Price Comparison

Audi A8 / S8 vs Lexus LS Price Comparison:
Audi A8 / S8 vs Lexus LS Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the A8 / S8 vs. LS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the A8 / S8 and LS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus LS 460L's price is $9,710 lower than the Audi A8 / S8 A8 L's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the A8 / S8 vs. LS Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Lexus LS 460L, the Audi A8 / S8 A8 L includes additional features worth $4800. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $4800 adjustment for the Audi A8 / S8 A8 L's additional features, the Lexus LS 460L is $9,710 less than the Lexus LS 460L.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus LS 460L
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 9,710
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 13,824
Model Year20122009
ModelA8 / S8LS
TrimA8 L460L
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine372hp V8360hp V8
TransmissionT8T8
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/28 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers630, 14?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19235/50-18
Total Price105,47590,965
Adjustments for Features-4,8000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price100,67590,965
Total Invoice98,15679,865
Adjustments for Features-4,4670
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice93,68979,865

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Invoice Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS

Price Comparison (MSRP): Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS

The 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.

Lowest Total Price: Lexus LS 460L
Difference: 14,510
Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus LS 460L
Difference: 18,291
Model Year20122009
ModelA8 / S8LS
TrimA8 L460L
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price84,70073,735
Base Invoice78,77265,623
Driver Assistance Package3,000 
Executive Rear Seat Package12,500 
Premium Package2,000 
Suede-like headliner1,500 
Laminated side glass600 
Heated steering wheel300 
AWD 3,525
Radar-based collision preparation system 2,850
Executive Class Seating Package 9,980
Driver Assistance Package 0
Executive Rear Seat Package 0
Premium Package 0
Suede-like headliner 0
Laminated side glass 0
Heated steering wheel 0
AWD 3,103
Radar-based collision preparation system 2,280
Executive Class Seating Package 7,984
Total options19,90016,355
Total options18,50913,367
Destination875875
Total Price105,47590,965
Total Invoice98,15679,865

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Features Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS

Model Year20122009
ModelA8 / S8LS
TrimA8 L460L
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control $850
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$1450 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200 
Forward collision alert$200 
Front seat active head restraints$50 
Lane departure warning system$200 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Refrigerated storage compartment$250 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Air purifier $50
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$1200 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
Handwriting recognition$200 
HD radio$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
iPod integration$150 
Media drive, large$100 
Rear HVAC unit $400
Residual heat$50 
SD Card slot$25 
Surround sound$250 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass $25
Cornering lights$25 
Fog light, rear$100 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Foldaway tray table, second row $75
Footrests, second row$25 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Massage, driver seat$100 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats$225 
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver$100 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats $150
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical$750 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1250 
Total Value of Features$11,140$6,340
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,800$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,4670

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Lexus LS

Model Year20122009
ModelA8 / S8LS
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase122.9 in121.7 in
Length207.4 in202.8 in
Width76.7 in73.8 in
Height57.9 in58.1 in
Curb Weight4,453 lb.4,712 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.22.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.8 in56.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom42.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume13.2 ft318.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
A8 L

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed1200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Automatic braking, high-speed150Yes
Forward collision alert200No
Total Requested55023%
Total Not Requested180077%
Executive Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled second row seats200Yes
Second-row buckets500Yes
Second-row high console250Yes
Massage, second row seats150Yes
Refrigerated storage compartment200No
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200No
Power legrest, right second row seat500Yes
Footrests, second row25No
Heated second row seats200Yes
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat100Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150Yes
Power recliner, second row seats150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats225No
Memory system, second row seats150Yes
Rear dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested247560%
Total Not Requested165040%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim, expanded coverage0No
Cooled front seats300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested30033%
Total Not Requested60067%

Option Package Details
460L

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
4.6L V8
DOHC-4v
357 hp@6400
344 lb-ft@4100		1000Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system500Yes
Adaptive cruise control600Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed150Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Executive Class Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim, expanded coverage0No
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
Second-row buckets500Yes
Second-row console250Yes
Massage150Yes
Foldaway tray table75No
Power legrest, right seat500Yes
Rear HVAC unit400No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150Yes
Power sunshades, second row225Yes
Rear seat audio controls100No
Rear dual-zone climate control125Yes
Air-conditioned storage compartment50Yes
Air purifier50No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Alcantara / Ecsaine headliner1000Yes
Rear side airbags300Yes
Cooled200Yes
Power recline150Yes
Memory system150Yes
Power headrests75No
Power upper seatback recline150No
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Total Requested525086%
Total Not Requested85014%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Audi A8 / S8

Price of the Audi A8 / S8: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Sedan, ext. 330-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 NO PROBLEM HERE CONSIDERING WHAT YOU GET.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Lexus LS

Price of the Lexus LS: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan, ext. 357-horsepower 4.6L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 These are expensive cars to buy.
2005 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 4.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Was expensive used compared to Germans, Lexus dealers hard to negotiate with.

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