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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Lexus RX?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Lexus RX: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Lexus RX

5 (1 Reviews)
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,358 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers markedly more range – reaching up to 101 km, about 34 km more than the Lexus RX.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 371 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Saloon delivers noticeably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 465 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers only slightly more boot space – 480 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries visibly more – 620 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon holds a decisive overall lead 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
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 96 - 101 km
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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 RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
75 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
Is the BMW 3 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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