Lexus RC 350 vs. BMW 2 Series
When comparing the Lexus RC 350's and the BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW 2 Series has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RC 350's and the BMW 2 Series's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RC 350 is a better car than the BMW 2 Series.
Lexus RC 350 vs. BMW 2 Series Pricing
For a new model, the Lexus RC 350's price is between $53,470 and $62,445, with the BMW 2 Series priced between $42,681 and $60,413.
Lexus RC 350 vs. BMW 2 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RC 350 loses 32.3 percent of its value and the BMW 2 Series loses 42.6 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RC 350 retains 10.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 2 Series.
Lexus RC 350 vs. BMW 2 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RC 350 is 7.7 out of 10 while the BMW 2 Series' quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RC 350 being ranked 20 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the BMW 2 Series being ranked 22 out of 36. Out of 33 Best Luxury Coupes, the Lexus RC 350 is ranked 24 and the BMW 2 Series is ranked 26.
Lexus RC 350 vs. BMW 2 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RC 350 is 6.0 out of 10. For the BMW 2 Series the reliability rating is 5.8 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RC 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 2 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RC 350’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the BMW 2 Series base engine makes 255 horsepower. The RC 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The 2 Series is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the BMW 2 Series the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus RC 350 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW 2 Series, a subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus RC 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
53470 - 62445
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.322896
Pricing
New Asking Price:
42681 - 60413
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.425915
Lexus RC 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
6.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 2 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.25 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RC 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
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2 out of / 33Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 33Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
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6 out of / 33Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 33BMW 2 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
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5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
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15 out of / 21Ranking
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22 out of / 36Ranking
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25 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RC 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
BMW 2 Series Trim Levels
230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive, 228i Gran Coupe, 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
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:
311 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1550 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
27.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
83.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3748 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
185 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3446 lbs
Width:
81.4 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18