2018 Lexus LC 500 vs. 2018 BMW M4
When comparing the 2018 Lexus LC 500's and the 2018 BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 BMW M4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Lexus LC 500's and the 2018 BMW M4's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW M4 is a better car than the 2018 Lexus LC 500.
2018 Lexus LC 500 vs. 2018 BMW M4 Pricing
A used 2018 Lexus LC 500 ranges from $57,999 to $78,991 while a used 2018 BMW M4 is priced between $41,867 to $57,511.
2018 Lexus LC 500 vs. 2018 BMW M4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Lexus LC 500 loses 36.8 percent of its value and the 2018 BMW M4 loses 38.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Lexus LC 500 retains 1.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 BMW M4.
2018 Lexus LC 500 vs. 2018 BMW M4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 8.1 out of 10 while the BMW M4's quality rating is 7.3 out of 10. This results in the Lexus LC 500 being ranked 18 out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes and the BMW M4 being ranked 19 out of 33.
2018 Lexus LC 500 vs. 2018 BMW M4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus LC 500 is 7.0 out of 10. For the BMW M4 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the BMW M4 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus LC 500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Lexus LC 500’s base engine makes 471 horsepower, and the 2018 BMW M4 base engine makes 425 horsepower. The LC 500 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 564 miles. The M4 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 395 miles.This gives the 2018 BMW M4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Lexus LC 500 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 BMW M4, a sports car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Lexus LC 500, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
57999 - 78991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.368131
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
41867 - 57511
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.384002
Lexus LC 500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.05 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LC 500 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 33Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 33Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 29BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 23Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
18 out of / 33Ranking
19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 40Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Lexus LC 500 Trim Levels
Base
2018 BMW M4 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
471 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
425 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.119 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 564 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
269 / 395 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.9 inches
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
85.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4280 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
53 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3565 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R18