Lexus ES Lexus ES 2012 Audi A3 Audi A3 2008

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

Join Us

Lexus ES vs. Audi A3 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.

Lexus ES vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $41,225

Audi A3 3.2 S line   
Difference: $2,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $38,393

Audi A3 3.2 S line   
Difference: $2,410

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelESA3
Trim3503.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $36,725 $34,915
Base Invoice $34,400 $32,471
Ultra Luxury Package 3,535  
Navigation system 2,465 1,950
Metallic paint (extra cost)   450
Rear side airbags   350
Bluetooth cell phone link   435
Heated front seats   450
Xenon HID headlights   800
Panoramic sunroof   1,100
Ultra Luxury Package 3,251  
Navigation system 2,277 1,813
Metallic paint (extra cost)   418
Rear side airbags   325
Bluetooth cell phone link   405
Heated front seats   418
Xenon HID headlights   745
Panoramic sunroof   1,023
Options (change) 6,000 5,535
Options (change) 5,528 5,147
Destination 875 775
Total Price $43,600 $41,225
Total Invoice $40,803 $38,393

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 Lexus ES dealer quotes or Audi A3 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: Lexus ES vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 3.2 S line
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,810
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,881
Model Year20122008
ModelESA3
Trim3503.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine268hp V6250hp V6
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/28 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)86, 7195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/45-17
Total Price$43,600$41,225
Adjustments for Features-5650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,035$41,225
Total Invoice$40,803$38,393
Adjustments for Features-5290
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$40,274$38,393

Return to top

Features Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Audi A3

Model Year20122008
ModelESA3
Trim3503.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
FWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic + travel information$25 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog light, rear $100
Heated mirrors$25 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Wood trim$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$5,930$5,365
Value of Feature Adjustments$565$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5290

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Lexus ES vs. Audi A3

Model Year20122008
ModelESA3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase109.3 in101.5 in
Length191.1 in168.7 in
Width71.1 in69.5 in
Height57.1 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,580 lb.3,660 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.7 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.754.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Lexus ES 350

Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Panoramic sunroof300Yes
Full-size spare tire75No
Total Requested100050%
Total Not Requested100050%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested600120%
Total Not Requested-100-20%

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 Lexus models.