Lexus RX 300 vs. BMW X5
In comparing the Lexus RX 300 to the BMW X5, the Lexus RX 300 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 300 versus the BMW X5, the BMW X5 is a better car than the Lexus RX 300.
Lexus RX 300 vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2003 Lexus RX 300 ranges from $3,721 to $9,994 while a used 2003 BMW X5 is priced between $3,683 to $12,120.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 300’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 225 horsepower. The RX 300 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,721 - $9,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,683 - $12,120
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Lexus RX 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Lexus RX 300 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 21Ranking
60 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RX 300 Trim Levels
Base
BMW X5 Trim Levels
3.0i, 4.4i, 4.6is
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 / 50000 miles
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):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
222 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3715 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
180.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4533 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
67.5 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P225/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
