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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Lexus RX?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Lexus RX: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

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  • markedly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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Lexus RX

  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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

4 Series Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is markedly cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,615 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus RX uses 3.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

RX

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 4 Series Coupe 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 4 Series Coupe is clearly 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 4 Series Coupe delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 149 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

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.

Seats: Lexus RX offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 440 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lexus RX offers very slightly more boot space – 461 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries visibly more – 620 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 205 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Coupe is far ahead 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 £45,700
4 Series Coupe

BMW 4 Series Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.8 - 10 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
75 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
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
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 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
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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