Lexus RX 400h vs. BMW X5
When we compare the Lexus RX 400h to the BMW X5, the Lexus RX 400h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 400h versus the BMW X5, the Lexus RX 400h is a better car than the BMW X5.
Lexus RX 400h vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2008 Lexus RX 400h ranges from $6,946 to $15,929 while a used 2008 BMW X5 is priced between $5,880 to $12,894.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 400h’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 260 horsepower. The RX 400h is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 413 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lexus RX 400h has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, and cargo space. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
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:
$6,946 - $15,929
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,880 - $12,894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Lexus RX 400h 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 400h 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
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RX 400h Trim Levels
Base
BMW X5 Trim Levels
3.0si, 4.8i
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):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 24 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 413 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
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:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
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:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
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:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
38.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4190 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
66.4 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4982 lbs
Width:
86.5 inches
Height:
69.5 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
