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Audi A4 vs Lexus IS200t

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2020 Audi A4

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2017 Lexus IS200t

Overview

SpecAudi A4PremiumLexus IS200t200t
Selected trimPremium200t
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed automated manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202017

Pricing & market

SpecAudi A4PremiumLexus IS200t200t
MSRP$37,400 (best)$37,825
Lowest listing price$14,423 (best)
Median listing price$19,314 (best)
Highest listing price$20,801 (best)
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi A4PremiumLexus IS200t200t
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)26 MPG
City MPG27 MPG (best)22 MPG
Highway MPG35 MPG (best)32 MPG
Fuel tank15.3 gal17.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi A4PremiumLexus IS200t200t
Horsepower188 hp241 hp (best)
Torque236 lb-ft258 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi A4PremiumLexus IS200t200t
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12 cu ft (best)10.8 cu ft
Payload1,047 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,417 lbs (best)3,583 lbs
Ground clearance5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in (best)110.2 in
Length187.5 in (best)184.3 in
Width72.7 in (best)71.3 in
Height56.2 in56.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi A4PremiumLexus IS200t200t
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)32 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi A4Lexus IS200t
1

Premium

$37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

200t

$37,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$41,000 MSRP

3

Prestige

$46,950 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi A4 vs Lexus IS200t FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Audi A4 or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Audi A4 vs 2017 Lexus IS200t on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Audi A4 or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Audi A4 starts lower at $37,400. Live Audi A4 listings start at $14,423.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Audi A4 or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,400).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Audi A4 or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
The 2020 Audi A4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Audi A4 or 2017 Lexus IS200t?
The 2017 Lexus IS200t leads on horsepower in this comparison (241).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Audi A4 vs 2017 Lexus IS200t?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A4 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Lexus IS200t (5/5 NHTSA overall).