Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
Model | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 | LS | LS |
Trim | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 | 460L | 600h L |
Engines | ||||
Transmissions | ||||
Drivetrains | ||||
Tires | ||||
Audio Systems | ||||
Accessories | ||||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | ||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort. | ||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||
Decklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade. | ||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades. | ||||
Homelink. | ||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Monitors the direction of the driver's face and sounds warning, briefly applies brakes if an object is detected ahead while the driver is facing away from the road. | ||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | ||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | ||||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | ||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||
Cargo Management | ||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | ||||
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage. | ||||
Second-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions. | ||||
Climate Control | ||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | ||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||
Electric heater element to start heating cabin before engine warmed up. Often included with diesels and hybrids. | ||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls. | ||||
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents. | ||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows. | ||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | ||||
Drivetrain | ||||
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling. | ||||
Engine / Motor | ||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||||
Exterior | ||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||
Glass panel power-tilts up for ventilation but does not retract. | ||||
A highly elastic resin within the clearcoat enables the paint to automatically eliminate minor scratches. | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||
Infotainment | ||||
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output. | ||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||
Entertainment system able to play Blu-Ray discs. | ||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||
Includes CD player. | ||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||
A DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones. | ||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | ||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | ||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||
Audio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks. | ||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | ||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | ||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | ||||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | ||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | ||||
Coordinates seat heaters (and ventilated seats and/or heated steering wheel, if present) with climate control system. | ||||
Coordinates rear seat heaters (and possibly ventilation, if present) with climate control system. | ||||
Erects between the seats; in vans stows against a seat to open up walk through; in sedans stows in a console. | ||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||
Power lumbar, rollers, or vibration used to massage lower back. | ||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||
Like having an easy chair in the car. | ||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back. | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Stainless steel trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | ||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | ||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||||
No additional value over wood trim because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | ||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors. | ||||
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting. | ||||
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | ||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||
Transmission | ||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. | ||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. |
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