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Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS Price Comparison

Audi R8 vs Lexus IS Price Comparison:
Audi R8 vs Lexus IS Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the R8 vs. IS Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the R8 and IS will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Lexus IS 250's price is $89,656 lower than the Audi R8 4.2's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the R8 vs. IS 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 IS 250, the Audi R8 4.2 includes additional features worth $2640. 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 $2640 adjustment for the Audi R8 4.2's additional features, the Lexus IS 250 is $89,656 less than the Lexus IS 250.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus IS 250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 89,656
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 85,459
Model Year20082007
ModelR8IS
Trim4.2250
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine430hp V8204hp V6
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/20 MPG20/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 7194, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-x-
Total Price127,25034,954
Adjustments for Features-2,6400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price124,61034,954
Total Invoice118,56030,641
Adjustments for Features-2,4600
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice116,10030,641

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Invoice Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Price Comparison (MSRP): Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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Lowest Total Price: Lexus IS 250
Difference: 92,296
Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus IS 250
Difference: 87,919
Model Year20082007
ModelR8IS
Trim4.2250
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price109,00030,255
Base Invoice101,37026,623
Convenience Package3,500 
Metallic paint (extra cost)650 
Navigation system2,0002,550
6-speed shiftable automatic9,000 
Obstacle detection, rear 500
Cargo net 59
Xenon HID headlights 875
6-speed manual 0
Sunroof 0
Convenience Package 0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0
Navigation system 2,168
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Obstacle detection, rear 400
Cargo net 35
Xenon HID headlights 700
6-speed manual 0
Sunroof 0
Total options15,1503,984
Total options14,0903,303
Destination1,000715
Gas Tax2,1000
Total Price127,25034,954
Total Invoice118,56030,641

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Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20082007
ModelR8IS
Trim4.2250
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input $100
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents $100
Satellite radio$200 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Retractable rear spoiler$500 
Sunroof $900
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Compass$25 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Powertrain 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats$300 
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
Suede-like inserts in leather seats$0 
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical$750 
Total Value of Features$5,770$3,130
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,640$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,4600

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Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20082007
ModelR8IS
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in107.5 in
Length174.5 in180.1 in
Width75.0 in70.9 in
Height49.3 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,605 lb.3,455 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.1 in43.9 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume3.5 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
4.2

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Cargo net40Yes
Hill ascent control75No
Total Requested114088%
Total Not Requested15012%

Option Package Details
250

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems100No
Total Requested90090%
Total Not Requested10010%

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Price of the Lexus IS: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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.

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