Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
Model | Flex | Flex | Flex | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 | 911 |
Trim | SE | SEL | Limited | Carrera | Carrera S | Targa | Targa S | GT3 | Turbo | Turbo S |
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. | ||||||||||
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad. | ||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel. | ||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||||||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | ||||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||||
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||||
Ceramic composite brake rotors. | ||||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | ||||||||||
Slows vehicle down when it senses that the vehicle is going too fast for a curve. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Outboard rear shoulder belts inflate in a collision. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Sounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated. | ||||||||||
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 | ||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||||
Individual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume. | ||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | ||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||||
Automatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer. | ||||||||||
Additional features for stability control, such as performance calibration. | ||||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||||
Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | ||||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||||||
Includes side rails and crossbars. | ||||||||||
No crossbars. | ||||||||||
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage. | ||||||||||
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||||
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents. | ||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||||
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | ||||||||||
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off. | ||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||||
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows. | ||||||||||
Drivetrain | ||||||||||
Can vary engine mount stiffness to maximize performance or comfort. | ||||||||||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Prevents oil starvation in extremely hard cornering. | ||||||||||
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
The engine is located behind the rear axle. | ||||||||||
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy. | ||||||||||
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | ||||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||||
Front spoiler can retract to increase clearance or extend to reduce lift. | ||||||||||
Additional spoiler feature (value on top of spoiler type). Rear spoiler can lower to reduce drag or rise up and/or tilt to increase downforce. | ||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||||
Spoiler mounted beneath the nose of the car, to increase downforce. | ||||||||||
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | ||||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||||||||
Spans width of car, providing much of the effect of a convertible. | ||||||||||
Spoiler extends automatically at high speeds. Otherwise flush with body. Can be manually extended and retracted. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Lets no light in when closed. | ||||||||||
Large spoiler stands well above the trunk or hatch. | ||||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
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 DVD-Audio discs. | ||||||||||
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | ||||||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Enables navigation even without roads. Requires and does not include the value of a navigation system. | ||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | ||||||||||
Stopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock. | ||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | ||||||||||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||||
Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot. | ||||||||||
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 | ||||||||||
All-weather floormats. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||
The rear seats fold to provide a solid surface for cargo, but without creating an opening to the trunk. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | ||||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||
Seats tumble forward at the press of a button. Must be returned to upright position manually. | ||||||||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | ||||||||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns. | ||||||||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | ||||||||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | ||||||||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Seat powers into a well completely beneath the floor level to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual stowing seat, and includes the value of that feature. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Seat stows in a well completely beneath the floor level. | ||||||||||
Suede-like trim on the door panels. | ||||||||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | ||||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||||||||||
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | ||||||||||
Third-row seat can be flipped over to face out the rear of the vehicle, for use with the tailgate open. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | ||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||
Motors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning. | ||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||||||
Front of chassis can be raised to increase ground clearance at low speeds. | ||||||||||
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | ||||||||||
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau | ||||||||||
The rear wheels steer to improve steering responsiveness at high speeds and reduce the turning circle at low speeds. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||
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 | ||||||||||
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | ||||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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