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BMW 8 Series vs. Lexus LC 500

When we compare the BMW 8 Series to the Lexus LC 500, the BMW 8 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and fuel efficiency. The Lexus LC 500 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW 8 Series versus the Lexus LC 500, the two cars are fairly comparable.

BMW 8 Series versus Lexus LC 500 Pricing

For a new model, the BMW 8 Series's price is between $91,175 and $117,121, with the Lexus LC 500 priced between $102,695 and $111,260.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the BMW 8 Series’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Lexus LC 500 base engine makes 471 horsepower. The 8 Series is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. The LC 500 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 543 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are midsize cars, the Lexus LC 500 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The BMW 8 Series has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and trunk space.

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2023 BMW 8 Series

2023 Lexus LC 500

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$91,175 - $117,121

Used Asking Price:

$82,228 - $104,840

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

47.2%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$102,695 - $111,260

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

36.8%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.4 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

7.0 / 10

Retained Value:

9.1 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

7 / 29

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Luxury Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 29
9 / 29

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize Cars

15 / 29

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Body Styles

Coupe

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive

Trim Levels

Base

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):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

335 hp @ 5000 rpm

Torque:

368 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm

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

0.086 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

471 hp @ 7100 rpm

Torque:

398 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

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

0.109 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

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

21 / 29 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

378 / 522 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

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 / 25 / 19

Range (city/hwy):

347 / 543 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Standard

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

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:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

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:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.2 inches

Rear Head Room:

33.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

29.5 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

46.9 inches

Cargo Space:

14.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

81.0 cubic feet

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

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3902 lbs

Width:

84.1 inches

Height:

53 inches

Length:

191.2 inches

Wheelbase:

111.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

4.8 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4340 lbs

Width:

75.6 inches

Height:

53 inches

Length:

187.4 inches

Wheelbase:

113 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.2 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

245/40R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 8.5 inches

Wheel Type:

polished aluminum

Tire Size:

245/45R20