Acura RL Acura RL 2008 Lexus LS Lexus LS 2014

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Acura RL vs. Lexus LS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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.

Acura RL vs. Lexus LS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,615

Acura RL   
Difference: $25,444

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,520

Acura RL   
Difference: $24,503

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082014
ModelRLLS
TrimBase460
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $46,280 $72,140
Base Invoice $41,560 $66,368
Technology Package 3,620  
AWD   2,945
Cargo net   64
Technology Package 3,245  
AWD   2,707
Cargo net   38
Options (change) 3,620 3,009
Options (change) 3,245 2,745
Destination 715 910
Total Price $50,615 $76,059
Total Invoice $45,520 $70,023

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Acura RL dealer quotes or Lexus LS dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Lexus LS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura RL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,754
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,947
Model Year20082014
ModelRLLS
TrimBase460
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6360hp V8
TransmissionT5T8
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)260, 10?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-17235/50-18
Total Price$50,615$76,059
Adjustments for Features0-1,690
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,615$74,369
Total Invoice$45,520$70,023
Adjustments for Features0-1,556
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,520$68,467

Return to top

Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Lexus LS

Model Year20082014
ModelRLLS
TrimBase460
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0 
Heated steering wheel $100
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Sunshades, second row$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Laminated front side windows $200
Self-repairing paint $0
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Headlight washers $50
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat $100
Power-folding mirrors $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Heated front seats$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Wood trim $300
Wood trim, alternative type$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,025$6,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,690
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,556

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Lexus LS

Model Year20082014
ModelRLLS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.2 in116.9 in
Length193.6 in200.0 in
Width72.2 in73.8 in
Height57.1 in58.1 in
Curb Weight4,012 lb.4,651 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.4 gal.22.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in43.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom36.3 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft318.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Acura RL

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested1075100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lexus LS 460

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
4.6L V8
DOHC-4v
360 hp@6400
347 lb-ft@4100
1000Yes
Headlight washers50No
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested100085%
Total Not Requested17515%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Acura models.