2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Lexus IS 300
In comparing the 2005 BMW 3 Series's and the 2005 Lexus IS 300's specifications and ratings, the 2005 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2005 Lexus IS 300 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2005 BMW 3 Series's and the 2005 Lexus IS 300's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Lexus IS 300 is a better car than the 2005 BMW 3 Series.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Lexus IS 300 Pricing
A used 2005 BMW 3 Series ranges from $3,325 to $9,779 while a used 2005 Lexus IS 300 is priced between $3,980 to $14,350.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Lexus IS 300 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2005 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value and the 2005 Lexus IS 300 loses 40.3 percent of its value. This means the 2005 Lexus IS 300 retains 11.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2005 BMW 3 Series.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Lexus IS 300 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.7 out of 10 while the Lexus IS 300's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Lexus IS 300 being ranked 2 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the BMW 3 Series is ranked 6 and the Lexus IS 300 is ranked 2.
2005 BMW 3 Series vs. 2005 Lexus IS 300 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW 3 Series is 8.4 out of 10. For the Lexus IS 300 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 3 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 BMW 3 Series’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the 2005 Lexus IS 300 base engine makes 215 horsepower. The 3 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The IS 300 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. This gives the 2005 BMW 3 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2005 Lexus IS 300. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2005 BMW 3 Series and the 2005 Lexus IS 300 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3325 - 9779
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3980 - 14350
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.403418
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.202163 / 10
Reliability:
8.70649 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Lexus IS 300 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
2005 Lexus IS 300 Trim Levels
Base, SportCross
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
218 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
10.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3219 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3255 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
176.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45ZR17