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Ford Taurus vs. Audi A8 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 A8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,385 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $47,940 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,900 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $45,304 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | A8 |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | A8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,155 | $38,155 | $78,750 |
| Base Invoice | $29,635 | $35,025 | $73,237 |
| Package 303A | 2,800 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,850 | 1,550 | |
| Multicontour seats | 595 | 595 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | 1,195 | |
| Sunroof | 995 | ||
| Package 402A | 3,100 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 800 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 3,000 | ||
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | ||
| Package 303A | 2,436 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,610 | 1,349 | |
| Multicontour seats | 518 | 518 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,040 | 1,040 | |
| Sunroof | 866 | ||
| Package 402A | 2,697 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 744 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,860 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,790 | ||
| Convenience Package | 2,698 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,435 | 6,440 | 8,700 |
| Options (change) | 6,470 | 5,604 | 8,092 |
| Destination | 795 | 795 | 875 |
| Total Price | $40,385 | $45,390 | $88,325 |
| Total Invoice | $36,900 | $41,424 | $82,204 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,580 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,523 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | A8 |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | A8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 372hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 630, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $40,385 | $45,390 | $88,325 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,225 | -8,360 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,385 | $43,165 | $79,965 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,780 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,900 | $41,424 | $82,204 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,031 | -7,781 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,900 | $39,393 | $74,423 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,493 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A8
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | A8 |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | A8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,795 | $6,020 | $12,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,225 | $8,360 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,031 | -7,781 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Audi A8
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | A8 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 117.8 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 202.2 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 76.7 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 57.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 4,410 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Package 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 30% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2375 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 25% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 45% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 69% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 53% |
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