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BMW 5 Series vs. Lexus ES 250

In comparing the BMW 5 Series to the Lexus ES 250, the BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Lexus ES 250 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. The BMW 5 Series and Lexus ES 250 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW 5 Series versus the Lexus ES 250, the Lexus ES 250 is a better car than the BMW 5 Series.

BMW 5 Series versus Lexus ES 250 Pricing

For a new model, the BMW 5 Series's price is between $58,260 and $88,966, with the Lexus ES 250 priced between $46,389 and $52,172.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the BMW 5 Series’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Lexus ES 250 base engine makes 203 horsepower. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 594 miles. The ES 250 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 541 miles. The 5 Series uses premium unleaded, and the ES 250 uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are midsize cars, the Lexus ES 250 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room and rear leg room. The BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, and trunk space.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Lexus ES 250 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 BMW 5 Series

2023 Lexus ES 250

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$58,260 - $88,966

Used Asking Price:

$56,511 - $83,042

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

59.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$46,389 - $52,172

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

43.9%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.8 / 10

Reliability:

8.7 / 10

Retained Value:

7.0 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.7 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars

4 / 29
13 / 29

Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

26 / 29

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 29

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive

Trim Levels

Base, F SPORT Design, Luxury, Ultra Luxury

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

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):

Not yet available

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:

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

257 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.066 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

203 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque:

184 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.054 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

25 / 33 / 28

Range (city/hwy):

450 / 594 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

25 / 34 / 28

Range (city/hwy):

398 / 541 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

14 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

99.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54.3 inches

Cargo Space:

13.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

99.9 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3783 lbs

Width:

83.7 inches

Height:

58.2 inches

Length:

195.8 inches

Wheelbase:

117.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.5 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3780 lbs

Width:

73.4 inches

Height:

57.1 inches

Length:

195.9 inches

Wheelbase:

113 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

245/45R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

215/55R17