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Lexus IS vs. Audi A3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lexus IS vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $38,580

Lexus IS 350   
Difference: $1,045

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,944

Lexus IS 350   
Difference: $2,961

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062008
ModelISA3
Trim3503.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $35,440 $34,915
Base Invoice $31,186 $32,471
Navigation system 2,550 1,950
Metallic paint (extra cost)   450
Bluetooth cell phone link   435
Panoramic sunroof   1,100
Navigation system 2,168 1,813
Metallic paint (extra cost)   418
Bluetooth cell phone link   405
Panoramic sunroof   1,023
Options (change) 2,550 3,935
Options (change) 2,168 3,659
Destination 590 775
Total Price $38,580 $39,625
Total Invoice $33,944 $36,905

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price: Audi A3 3.2 S line
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Lexus IS 350
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $790
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,252
Model Year20062008
ModelISA3
Trim3503.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine306hp V6250hp V6
TransmissionT6S6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/28 MPG18/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)194, 12195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$38,580$39,625
Adjustments for Features0-1,835
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,580$37,790
Total Invoice$33,944$36,905
Adjustments for Features0-1,709
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,944$35,196

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Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Audi A3

Model Year20062008
ModelISA3
Trim3503.2 S line
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automated manual $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rearview camera$200 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Fog light, rear $100
Heated mirrors$25 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Folding second row seats $300
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
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 tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,080$5,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,835
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,709

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See a complete comparison of Lexus IS vs. Audi A3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Audi A3

Model Year20062008
ModelISA3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase107.5 in101.5 in
Length180.1 in168.7 in
Width70.9 in69.5 in
Height56.1 in56.0 in
Curb Weight3,527 lb.3,660 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.7 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in34.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.0 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		13.054.6 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Lexus IS vs. Audi A3 specs.

Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Total Requested70070%
Total Not Requested30030%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested47595%
Total Not Requested255%

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