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Sedans Audi A4 Lexus IS 250 AWD vs. Audi A4 2.0 quattro
30 messages, Last post on Sep 01, 2008 at 11:23 AM
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and I am an IS350 owner. I have no input on the performance of IS250 AWD and A4 Quattro since I have driven neither before. However, interior wise, hands down goes to the IS. The IS interior utilizes higher quality material and looks more "modern". The only area that the A4 is on par with the IS is the fit-n'-finish. Also, I don't like the 4 banger turbo, the turbo-lag is horrible. It maybe faster than the IS but the 2.5L V6 is definitely smoother (I have driven the IS250 before, just not the AWD version).
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Replying to: louiswei (Aug 06, 2007 8:34 pm)
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Replying to: sjaieve (Aug 07, 2007 6:07 am) 1. The Audi dealer couldn't find any A4 2.0T's with navigation. He asked me if I would instead go with the 3.0 "for a few thousand more". Thousands more, worse gas mileage, and power I really didn't need in the first place...hmmm, enticing. 2. Lexus reliability. I just cannot get beyond the fact that the A4 2.0T's don't last long. I remember someone in the Audi finance office once telling me that if I wanted to purchase the A4 instead of leasing, I should get the extended warranty "because the turbos eventually break down". I wanted my next car to be nice but something I keep for many years and eventually save money on. 3. Rear view camera, smart key...very cool features which I find myself using and enjoying. 4. Lexus dealerships/service are first rate. The dealer service dept in our area is open 365 days a year until 9 pm. Loaner Lexus car for $5.00/day (the Audi dealer offers a piece of crap Enterprise rental). Service waiting area is cush cush cush. May sound frivolous, but having a pleasant dealer experience means more to you after bad dealer experiences (not with Audi, they are OK). Both interiors I really like; while they are very different they are both high quality. Power is the same, let's face it. Each goes 0-60 in about 8.0-8.3 sec. As a matter of fact I read that the IS AWD may be a fraction of a sec faster, but who cares. I love the car, do not regret my purchase for one moment. Were I leasing again I might have gone with the Audi, but for a $35K purchase I am happy. |
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Clearly you can't go wrong with the Lexus, reliability is a guarantee materials are top notch, and it holds its value well. The downside is that in my opinion, after have driven both Lexus and Toyota models, they feel so vanilla, compared to the Audi I feel like I have a connection. However, if this doesn't bother you the Lexus should make you happy. The last complaint I have with the Lexus is the fact that its rear looks awful with the over protruding wheel arches. I don't think the IS has sold particularly well, but I would offer 7000 off the MSRP not including tax title and registration.
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Replying to: britcrlvr (Aug 08, 2007 8:05 pm) |
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Replying to: taruky (Aug 09, 2007 5:48 am) 
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Replying to: sjaieve (Aug 09, 2007 11:42 am) Here is the link for the A4; http://www.jdpower.com/autos/reviews/review.aspx?ID=929 Here is the link for the IS 250; http://www.jdpower.com/autos/reviews/review.aspx?ID=883 The information is at the bottom of each page. Hope that helps.
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Replying to: taruky (Aug 09, 2007 7:33 pm) |
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| does anyone one know where information can be found on the total number of each individual car model is produced by the manufacturer. | |
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Replying to: taruky (Aug 09, 2007 7:33 pm) |
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