Lexus LS Lexus LS 2012 Audi A5 / S5 Audi A5 / S5 2012

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

Join Us

Lexus LS vs. Audi A5 / S5 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 LS vs. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $55,350

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $22,875

Lowest Total Invoice: $51,540

Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T   
Difference: $20,497

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelLSA5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim460A5 2.0TS5 4.2
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $67,630 $37,100 $53,900
Base Invoice $62,219 $34,504 $50,128
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system 1,500    
Comfort Package 2,035    
Sport Package 6,185 1,000  
Adaptive cruise control   2,100 2,100
Upgraded leather upholstery   1,000  
Prestige Package   9,200 6,300
Audi Drive Select Package   2,950 3,950
Wood trim   350 500
Sunshade, rear, power   300 300
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475 475
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system 1,380    
Comfort Package 1,872    
Sport Package 5,691 930  
Adaptive cruise control   1,954 1,954
Upgraded leather upholstery   930  
Prestige Package   8,556 5,860
Audi Drive Select Package   2,743 3,673
Wood trim   325 466
Sunshade, rear, power   280 280
Metallic paint (extra cost)   443 443
Options (change) 9,720 17,375 13,625
Options (change) 8,943 16,161 12,676
Destination 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 1,300
Total Price $78,225 $55,350 $69,700
Total Invoice $72,037 $51,540 $64,979

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 LS dealer quotes or Audi A5 / S5 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 LS vs. Audi A5 / S5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,100
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,862
Model Year201220122012
ModelLSA5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim460A5 2.0TS5 4.2
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine380hp V8211hp I4354hp V8
TransmissionT8M6M6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/24 MPG17/26 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10505, 14505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$78,225$55,350$69,700
Adjustments for Features-1,7750-500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$76,450$55,350$69,200
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$13,850
Total Invoice$72,037$51,540$64,979
Adjustments for Features-1,6350-466
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$70,402$51,540$64,513
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$12,973

Return to top

Features Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year201220122012
ModelLSA5 / S5A5 / S5
Trim460A5 2.0TS5 4.2
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300  
6-speed manual $150$150
RWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Power door closers$300  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power trunk closer$350  
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200$200
Forward collision warning $200$200
Full-size spare tire$225  
Obstacle detection, front$150  
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Second-row low console $100$100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50  
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rear air vents$100  
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250$250
Water-repellent front-door glass$15  
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Power-venting glass roof panel $300$300
Self-repairing paint$0  
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
iPod integration $100$100
Media drive $15$15
SD Card slot $25$25
Surround sound $250$250
Traffic + travel information$25  
Traffic information $25$25
USB port$25  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog light, rear $100$100
Headlight washers$50  
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Folding second row seats $300$300
Heated second row seats$200  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000  
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Total Value of Features$6,580$4,805$5,305
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,775$0$500
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,6350-466

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Lexus LS vs. Audi A5 / S5

Model Year20122012
ModelLSA5 / S5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase116.9 in108.3 in
Length198.0 in182.1 in
Width73.8 in73.0 in
Height58.1 in54.0 in
Curb Weight4,244 lb.3,882 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.2 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.7 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.0 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume18.0 ft312.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Lexus LS 460

Comfort Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350No
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested47525%
Total Not Requested145075%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Body kit0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
245/45YR19 tires400No
Traffic + travel information25No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000No
Active steering1000Yes
Total Requested280063%
Total Not Requested167537%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Upgraded leather upholstery
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested50071%
Total Not Requested20029%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
HD radio50No
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested320076%
Total Not Requested101524%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active steering1000Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested150088%
Total Not Requested20012%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 4.2

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Audi Drive Select Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Active rear differential500No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active steering1000Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200No
Total Requested150068%
Total Not Requested70032%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
HD radio50No
Blind spot warning system200No
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested157565%
Total Not Requested86535%

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.