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Lexus IS vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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.
Lexus IS vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,750 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| Difference: $6,698 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,512 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| Difference: $3,124 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $30,855 | $36,305 | $56,000 | $25,095 |
| Base Invoice | $27,151 | $31,948 | $49,280 | $24,091 |
| Navigation system | 2,550 | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| X-Package | 1,394 | 1,394 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 875 | 875 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 99 | 99 | 99 | 235 |
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio | 486 | 486 | 486 | |
| Cargo mat | 69 | 69 | 69 | |
| Rear spoiler | 355 | 355 | ||
| Driver's Edition | 4,600 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| X-Package | 1,135 | 1,135 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 700 | 700 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 59 | 59 | 59 | 185 |
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio | 389 | 389 | 389 | |
| Cargo mat | 41 | 41 | 41 | |
| Rear spoiler | 246 | 246 | ||
| Driver's Edition | 4,416 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,828 | 5,828 | 3,204 | 4,835 |
| Options (change) | 4,720 | 4,720 | 2,639 | 4,601 |
| Destination | 765 | 765 | 765 | 820 |
| Total Price | $37,448 | $42,898 | $59,969 | $30,750 |
| Total Invoice | $32,636 | $37,433 | $52,684 | $29,512 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,933 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,586 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 | 416hp V8 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 194, 12 | 194, 12 | 194, 12 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $37,448 | $42,898 | $59,969 | $30,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,765 | -2,715 | -4,190 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,683 | $40,183 | $55,779 | $30,750 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,500 | $20,096 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $32,636 | $37,433 | $52,684 | $29,512 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,538 | -2,369 | -3,681 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,098 | $35,064 | $49,003 | $29,512 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,966 | $17,905 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | IS | IS | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 250 | 350 | F | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,730 | $4,680 | $6,155 | $1,965 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,765 | $2,715 | $4,190 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,538 | -2,369 | -3,681 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | IS | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,456 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.9 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.7 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 30.6 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 30% |
| X-Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | Yes |
| 255/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 30% |
| X-Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | Yes |
| 255/40YR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS F
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 115 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver's Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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