Lexus RX 450h vs. BMW X5
When comparing the Lexus RX 450h's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 450h's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 450h is a better car than the BMW X5.
Lexus RX 450h vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2022 Lexus RX 450h ranges from $48,998 to $59,978 while a used 2024 BMW X5 is priced between $73,398 to $87,774. For a new model, the Lexus RX 450h's price is between $54,501 and $64,236, with the BMW X5 priced between $75,955 and $90,681.
Lexus RX 450h vs. BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RX 450h loses 44.3 percent of its value and the BMW X5 loses 60.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 450h retains 16 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5.
Lexus RX 450h vs. BMW X5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 450h is 9.0 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 450h being ranked 2 out of 28 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs and the BMW X5 being ranked 12 out of 28. Out of 26 Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus RX 450h is ranked 2 and the BMW X5 is ranked 11. The Lexus RX 450h is also ranked 2 out of 11 Best Hybrid Luxury Midsize SUVs while the BMW X5 is ranked 7 out of 11.
Lexus RX 450h vs. BMW X5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 450h is 9.3 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 7.4 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 450h an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus RX 450h’s base engine makes 308 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 483 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lexus RX 450h has an average safety rating of 4.34 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
54501 - 64236
Used Asking Price:
48998 - 59978
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443415
Pricing
New Asking Price:
75955 - 90681
Used Asking Price:
73398 - 87774
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.603427
Lexus RX 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.974554 / 10
Reliability:
9.343663 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.027377 / 10
Reliability:
7.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus RX 450h Rankings
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27 out of / 28BMW X5 Rankings
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23 out of / 28Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Lexus RX 450h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT, F SPORT Handling
BMW X5 Trim Levels
xDrive50e
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):
4.34 out of 5 Stars
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:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
483 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 1750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
31 / 28 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
533 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
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:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
32.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
114.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4740 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5573 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
69.1 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20