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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 F's price is $72,342 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 F, the Audi R8 4.2 includes additional features worth $0. 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, after a $1135 adjustment for the Lexus IS F's additional features, the Lexus IS F is $72,342 less than the Audi R8 4.2.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus IS F
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 72,342
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 69,993
Model Year20122009
ModelR8IS
Trim4.2F
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine430hp V8416hp V8
TransmissionT6T8
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/21 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 7194, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-x-
Total Price132,07560,868
Adjustments for Features0-1,135
Feature-Adjusted Total Price132,07559,733
Total Invoice123,03654,051
Adjustments for Features0-1,008
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice123,03653,043

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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 F
Difference: 71,207
Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus IS F
Difference: 68,985
Model Year20122009
ModelR8IS
Trim4.2F
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price114,20056,610
Base Invoice106,20650,382
6-speed shiftable automatic9,100 
Convenience Package2,100 
Navigation system2,1002,570
Metallic paint (extra cost)650 
Illuminated door sill trim plates875 
iPod integration100299
Obstacle detection, rear 500
Cargo net 64
6-speed shiftable automatic 0
Convenience Package 0
Navigation system 2,166
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0
iPod integration 239
Obstacle detection, rear 400
Cargo net 39
Total options14,9253,433
Total options13,8802,844
Destination1,250825
Gas Tax1,7000
Total Price132,07560,868
Total Invoice123,03654,051

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Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20122009
ModelR8IS
Trim4.2F
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Compact spare tire $75
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Aux input $100
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Satellite radio$200 
SD Card slot$25 
Traffic information$50 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Body kit $350
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$500 
Sunroof $900
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$25 
Fog lights $125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Powertrain 
Launch control$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Memory system, passenger seat $150
No leather in second row$-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 door panels, leather $250
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical$750 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$5,245$6,380
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,135
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,008

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Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20122009
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.3,780 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?
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Hill start assist75No
Total Requested89092%
Total Not Requested758%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information50No
Total Requested70093%
Total Not Requested507%

Option Package Details
F

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rearview monitor200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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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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