Lexus or Audi?

[Kathy]

I'm going to get my own car soon (1-2 months) and I've narrowed it down to either a Lexus or an Audi.

The Lexus would most likely be a 2008-2011 IS250 and the Audi would be a 2009-2011 A4. Which one is better? I've heard a lot about Audi's not being reliable and expensive to maintain. My parents have a Lexus, and it's really reliable.

I'm honestly stuck.

[AlexOnToast]

Hmmm I just happen to like Audi's more because my next door neighbour has one...As to which is the better car....I honestly don't know

[PinkFloyd]

I think Audi looks way better than Lexus because Lexus is just a Toyota with nicer seats and design... However, because of that, they are all very reliable because of how reliable Toyota is.

While Audis look awesome, they need repairs which are expensive. Most Audis also need premium fuel which is a lot more than regular unleaded.

Since your parents are going to buy you an expensive upscale car, money doesn't seem to be too big of a factor from my point of view... I don't know your family though, so I can't really make that assumption.

In a nutshell, get the Audi if money isn't a big deal. If money does matter, then get the Lexus. Both are great cars.

[Romaana]

Lexus has more features but thats purely because of the model its jut got a better build. But none of the cars can be converted to gas. Shame.

[Cognizant]

I think Audi looks way better than Lexus because Lexus is just a Toyota with nicer seats and design... However, because of that, they are all very reliable because of how reliable Toyota is.

While Audis look awesome, they need repairs which are expensive. Most Audis also need premium fuel which is a lot more than regular unleaded.

Since your parents are going to buy you an expensive upscale car, money doesn't seem to be too big of a factor from my point of view... I don't know your family though, so I can't really make that assumption.

In a nutshell, get the Audi if money isn't a big deal. If money does matter, then get the Lexus. Both are great cars.

I have to agree with Rob.

While I would absolutely love and hope to buy an Audi one day, I think it really almost narrows down to your driving habits. Sorry for assuming here, but I think if you're going to be getting a luxury car, you're gonna be using it more than to just get to/from school or work; you might go driving around for your daily errands, doing stuff with friends, and maybe the occasional road or day trip, about 100+ miles/2.5 hours one way in my book. I'm no car expert, but I personally think that Toyota/Lexus' engines are some of the most reliable out there. My mom has a '00 Camry, still running fine, minus some worn out brakes (compared to our '07 Suburban that had a few problems with the engine and a tranny replacement). If you're planning on using your car as more of a commuter vehicle than a "recreation" vehicle, I'd definitely go with the Lexus as you could easily put 250k miles on the engine. The Audi's are really nice too, but as Rob said they aren't *as* reliable as the Lexus. I think the A4's interiors and exteriors surpass the Lexus IS line, but I probably personally wouldn't buy one if I was planning on using it as a commuter vehicle.

[Cygnus]

Audi dude, I believe Audi's work well, but giving them service could be way more expensive than service for a Lexus so keep that in mind.

[ksdnfkfr]

Audi seems like a younger persons car
and Lexus an older persons car.

[PythonProject]

Audi, German cars are just reliable.

[LifeOfLove]

So I have an Audi.
With an Audi you'll get one of two things, you'll get a good one, or you'll get a bad one.
If you get a good one, it will be super reliable, you'll hardly have issues, but the things that wear out will be expensive to fix, brakes can be a few thousand dollars, timing belts are stupid expensive ect. All stuff that wears out, not "repairs" but more maintenance.

Now if you get a "bad" Audi, being one that isn't reliable, you're life will be a living hell. Period. Always in the shop. Tons of issues. $$$$$$$$$$$

The Lexus doesn't have that factor. You either get a good Lexus, or you get a good Lexus.

I have a 2008 RS4, so basically the same as the A4. I've been lucky, I got a "good" one. It's been very reliable and I've really only had to do the general maintenance on it.
That said, my dad, who is an Audi master tech, also has a 2008 RS4. Completely different story. The only reason he still has it is because he can fix it all himself. If he had to take that thing into a shop, it'd be gone FAST. Even just parts, he probably spends close to $500 a month to keep the thing on the road, not including the stuff that wears out over time.

If I was choosing, and didn't have a mechanic in the family, Lexus. Reliability is key. You don't want to be a young girl driving home from a friend's house on a dark lonely road at midnight and have your car die. That just blows.

[XZoDiaCX]

Well i lve in Greece and i dont know about Lexus car so icant say a sure thing but i love Audi especily Audi A4.... You would be so lucky to have one

p.s If you get audi A4 please let me drive it please please please

[XxPipezillaxX]

Audi it a better made (German) car. Much better than the mass produced (Japanese) Lexus

+ I own an Audi A5

[Canadian Dream]

I think Audi looks way better than Lexus because Lexus is just a Toyota with nicer seats and design... However, because of that, they are all very reliable because of how reliable Toyota is.

While Audis look awesome, they need repairs which are expensive. Most Audis also need premium fuel which is a lot more than regular unleaded.

Since your parents are going to buy you an expensive upscale car, money doesn't seem to be too big of a factor from my point of view... I don't know your family though, so I can't really make that assumption.

In a nutshell, get the Audi if money isn't a big deal. If money does matter, then get the Lexus. Both are great cars.

Pretty much this. To support it, my family only buys Toyota since, as Purple Floyd said, they are really reliable cars.

[fordgtguy]

I think Audi looks way better than Lexus because Lexus is just a Toyota with nicer seats and design... However, because of that, they are all very reliable because of how reliable Toyota is.

While Audis look awesome, they need repairs which are expensive. Most Audis also need premium fuel which is a lot more than regular unleaded.

Since your parents are going to buy you an expensive upscale car, money doesn't seem to be too big of a factor from my point of view... I don't know your family though, so I can't really make that assumption.

In a nutshell, get the Audi if money isn't a big deal. If money does matter, then get the Lexus. Both are great cars.

But audis are just VW's

[Plane And Simple]

But audis are just VW's

Yup, but Tech advances come way faster to Audi than VolksWagen. VAG develops the stuff for the highest cache brand >> Audi, and after it's been on the market for some time, then it gets implemented in VW, Sköda, and Seat.

If you get an Audi you won't be disappointed. It doesn't need repairs as often, telling you because we have a 2001 A4 and it's got over 200000 miles with just a Caudalimeter change covered under warranty.

Audi's TDIs are the very best, solid as rocks, so if you decide to go for an Audi you may want to consider the Diesel 2.0l 184Hp engine, and they start right up in thec old not like those 4.5l huge engines there, so don't be afraid

[fordgtguy]

Yup, but Tech advances come way faster to Audi than VolksWagen. VAG develops the stuff for the highest cache brand >> Audi, and after it's been on the market for some time, then it gets implemented in VW, Sköda, and Seat.

If you get an Audi you won't be disappointed. It doesn't need repairs as often, telling you because we have a 2001 A4 and it's got over 200000 miles with just a Caudalimeter change covered under warranty.

Audi's TDIs are the very best, solid as rocks, so if you decide to go for an Audi you may want to consider the Diesel 2.0l 184Hp engine, and they start right up in thec old not like those 4.5l huge engines there, so don't be afraid

But 184hp is nothing lol young guys like to have fun you need to have atleast 250+ hp then the fun starts. Go look at the new nissan sentra nismo its a 1.8l turbo with 240+hp connected to a 6 speed manual or a cvt(which is gay) but whatever

[XxPipezillaxX]

But 184hp is nothing lol young guys like to have fun you need to have atleast 250+ hp then the fun starts. Go look at the new nissan sentra nismo its a 1.8l turbo with 240+hp connected to a 6 speed manual or a cvt(which is gay) but whatever

Yes but my Audi A5 would blow that Nissan out of the water plus my Audi is more sporty and probably faster and Audi comes stock AWD that sets the standard for all other AWD sports cars

[PinkFloyd]

But audis are just VW's

That is true, but I think VW is more of a luxury car than a Toyota.

[XxPipezillaxX]

Audis r not just VWs... yes they are both German but that's all they have in common and Audis are safer than most other cars other than Saab

[fordgtguy]

Audis r not just VWs... yes they are both German but that's all they have in common and Audis are safer than most other cars other than Saab

You don't know vw makes Audi? Who you think makes the Bugatti? That would be vw also the Bugatti is just 2 Audi r8 v8 engines so learn your stuff

[fordgtguy]

Yes but my Audi A5 would blow that Nissan out of the water plus my Audi is more sporty and probably faster and Audi comes stock AWD that sets the standard for all other AWD sports cars

Also a Nissan gtr will shit on your a5

[XxPipezillaxX]

Also a Nissan gtr will shit on your a5

First of all u didn't say a gtr and yes they own it but vw and Audi a 2 completely different cars u learn ur stuff buddy!

[XxPipezillaxX]

Also r8 us Lamborghini v10s in the new models

[Plane And Simple]

Fordgtguy (too lazy to quite on phone)

Lol. This is why I don't post in this subforum anymore. I'm gonna let you live your so happy life. Have a tip: Calm it down.

[fordgtguy]

First of all u didn't say a gtr and yes they own it but vw and Audi a 2 completely different cars u learn ur stuff buddy!

I know my stuff nice try though r8 v10 is the same engine as the gallardo just slightly detuned and pretty much the same chassis

[baseballfan]

Lexus is the better choice.

[TheLivingLie]

The second I saw this post I almost stabbed myself cause for me there is no competition. Audi will always win it by a landslide. For me at least. German cars are usually quite good (e.g BMW)

[Shaundi]

Dude, stick JDM, Lexus!

[Radike]

I prefer Audis overall but the Lexus LFA is incredible :)

[Jtyler]

Honestly, coming from an enthusiast(no joke) I would get the lexus even though the audi may look better they are expensive to maintain and reliability can be an issue. Lexus's are reliable and are ok with the styling and performance

[baseballjock]

team audi

[isaiah]

LEXUS is the best nice refined and it actually beat out the Audi and BMW in a comparison test on motor trend and they said it had the best ride best interior and great steering and handling