BMW M3 vs. Lexus RC F
In comparing the BMW M3 to the Lexus RC F, the BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Lexus RC F has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing The BMW M3 and Lexus RC F have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M3 versus the Lexus RC F, the BMW M3 is a better car than the Lexus RC F.
BMW M3 versus Lexus RC F Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M3's price is between $78,232 and $105,240, with the Lexus RC F priced between $74,492 and $107,381.
BMW M3 versus Lexus RC F Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW M3 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Lexus RC F's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW M3 being ranked 12 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Lexus RC F being ranked 10 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M3’s base engine makes 473 horsepower, and the Lexus RC F base engine makes 472 horsepower. Both the M3 and the RC F are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 359 and 418 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW M3, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus RC F, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$78,232 - $105,240
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$74,492 - $107,381
Used Asking Price:
$54,200 - $70,303
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
32.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 39iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 40Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Competition, Competition xDrive, Base
Trim Levels
Fuji Speedway Edition, 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:
473 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 2650 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.123 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
472 hp @ 7100 rpm
Torque:
395 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.121 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 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 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 418 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
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:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3840 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
80.7 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
185.4 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19
