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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Lexus RC comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 464 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 82,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Lexus RC?
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Lexus RC: Key differences
3 Series Saloon
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,386 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Lexus RC with 11.8 L/100km. The difference is about 9.4 L/100km.
RC
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers slightly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus RC takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
3 Series Saloon
Space and Everyday Use:
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: BMW 3 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is very slightly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,715 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more boot space – 480 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries marginally more – 535 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
from £39,900
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Lexus RC
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
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Lexus RC
The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.
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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Lexus RC
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
268 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
1,715 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
366 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,710 mm
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,845 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,390 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
535 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
464 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
270 km/h
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
520 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
341 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Lexus
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