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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 250C's price is $97,610 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 250C, 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 $120 adjustment for the Lexus IS 250C's additional features, the Lexus IS 250C is $97,610 less than the Audi R8 4.2.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus IS 250C
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 97,610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 92,461
Model Year201220112011
ModelR8ISIS
Trim4.2250C350C
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine430hp V8204hp V6306hp V6
TransmissionT6M6T6
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/21 MPG20/27 MPG20/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers140, 7?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-x-x-
Total Price145,57548,08553,535
Adjustments for Features0-120-1,170
Feature-Adjusted Total Price145,57547,96552,365
Cost Above Minimum004,400
Total Invoice135,59143,23848,142
Adjustments for Features0-108-1,052
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice135,59143,13047,090
Cost Above Minimum003,960

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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.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Lexus IS 250C
Difference: 97,490
Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus IS 250C
Difference: 92,353
Model Year201220112011
ModelR8ISIS
Trim4.2250C350C
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price127,70041,19046,640
Base Invoice118,76137,07241,976
Convenience Package2,100  
Navigation system2,1002,4652,465
6-speed shiftable automatic9,100  
Metallic paint (extra cost)650  
iPod integration100  
Illuminated door sill trim plates875  
Luxury Package 3,0553,055
Obstacle detection, rear 500500
Convenience Package 00
Navigation system 2,2332,233
6-speed shiftable automatic 00
Metallic paint (extra cost) 00
iPod integration 00
Illuminated door sill trim plates 00
Luxury Package 2,6282,628
Obstacle detection, rear 430430
Total options14,9256,0206,020
Total options13,8805,2915,291
Destination1,250875875
Gas Tax1,70000
Total Price145,57548,08553,535
Total Invoice135,59143,23848,142

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Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Model Year201220112011
ModelR8ISIS
Trim4.2250C350C
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100
6-speed manual $150 
AWD$1700  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200$200
Proximity key $250$250
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350
Wind blocker, small$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500  
Compact spare tire $75$75
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Second-row low console $100$100
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100
Aux input $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Rear air vents $100$100
SD Card slot$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar $350$350
Traffic + travel information $50$50
Traffic information$50  
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door$100  
Power convertible top$750  
Power retractable hardtop $2750$2750
Retractable rear spoiler$500  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$25  
Fog lights $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Powertrain 
Launch control$100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled front seats $300$300
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Metal pedals$75  
No leather in second row$-300  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suede-like inserts in leather seats$0  
Upholstered door panels, leather $250$250
Upholstered instrument panel$300  
Wood trim $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical$750  
Total Value of Features$6,610$6,730$7,780
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$120$1,170
Value of Feature Adjustments0-108-1,052

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Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20122011
ModelR8IS
Body2dr Convertible2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase104.3 in107.5 in
Length174.5 in182.5 in
Width75.0 in70.9 in
Height49.3 in55.7 in
Curb Weight3,605 lb.3,912 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in38.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.1 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in43.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in44.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in25.9 in
Cargo Volume3.5 ft310.8 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 net40No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Hill start assist75No
Total Requested85088%
Total Not Requested11512%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information50Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
250C

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for infotainment system100Yes
Traffic + travel information50No
Total Requested90095%
Total Not Requested505%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Wood trim300No
Heated front seats300Yes
Cooled front seats300No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Illuminated door sill trim plates200Yes
Total Requested125056%
Total Not Requested97544%

Option Package Details
350C

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for infotainment system100Yes
Traffic + travel information50No
Total Requested90095%
Total Not Requested505%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Wood trim300No
Heated front seats300Yes
Cooled front seats300No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Illuminated door sill trim plates200Yes
Total Requested125056%
Total Not Requested97544%

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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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