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Ford Taurus vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Taurus vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,600 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $450 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,866 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $1,160 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | SHO | A4 3.2 | S4 | RS4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,155 | $36,300 | $48,610 | $66,910 |
| Base Invoice | $35,025 | $33,761 | $45,207 | $62,227 |
| Package 402A | 3,100 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,550 | 2,100 | 1,950 | |
| S Line Package | 900 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,700 | 2,125 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 550 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 500 | 500 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 400 | 400 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 225 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Premium Package | 4,000 | |||
| Package 402A | 2,697 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,349 | 1,953 | 1,813 | |
| S Line Package | 838 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,580 | 1,977 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 512 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 466 | 466 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 325 | 325 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 373 | 373 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 209 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,720 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,650 | 6,975 | 6,025 | 4,000 |
| Options (change) | 4,046 | 6,490 | 5,606 | 3,720 |
| Destination | 795 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $43,600 | $44,050 | $57,110 | $73,785 |
| Total Invoice | $39,866 | $41,026 | $53,288 | $68,822 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,180 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,656 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | SHO | A4 3.2 | S4 | RS4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 255hp V6 | 340hp V8 | 420hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | CVT-7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 150, 10 | 215, 10 | 215, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 235/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $43,600 | $44,050 | $57,110 | $73,785 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,730 | 0 | -950 | -1,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,870 | $44,050 | $56,160 | $72,235 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $12,110 | $28,185 |
| Total Invoice | $39,866 | $41,026 | $53,288 | $68,822 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,496 | 0 | -886 | -1,446 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,370 | $41,026 | $52,402 | $67,376 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $11,376 | $26,350 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | SHO | A4 3.2 | S4 | RS4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Hydraulically cross-linked dampers | $500 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,470 | $3,740 | $4,690 | $5,290 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,730 | $0 | $950 | $1,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,496 | 0 | -886 | -1,446 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 180.6 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 3,550 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 34.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 48% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 A4 3.2
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 115% |
| Total Not Requested | -100 | -15% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| 235/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 59% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 16% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 S4
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 120% |
| Total Not Requested | -100 | -20% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 RS4
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1775 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 22% |
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