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2026 Lexus IS vs 2026 Audi A3

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 22 MPG vs 28 MPG combined — Audi A3 is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $3700 vs $2900 — Audi A3 saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Premium Gasoline vs Premium Gasoline
Specification 2026 Lexus IS 2026 Audi A3
Year20262026
ClassCompact CarsSubcompact Cars
Fuel TypePremium GasolinePremium Gasoline
DriveRear-Wheel DriveAll-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)Automatic (AM-S7)
Cylinders64
Displacement (L)3.52.0
City MPG1924
Highway MPG2734
Combined MPG2228
Annual Fuel Cost$3700$2900
CO₂ (g/mile)403.0323.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score4/105/10
EPA GHG Score4/105/10
🚗 2026 Lexus IS

Compact Cars with 22 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2026 Audi A3

Subcompact Cars with 28 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. All-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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