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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Lexus ES?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Lexus ES: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • barely cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space

Lexus ES

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  • barely lighter

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

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is barely cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Lexus ES costs 46,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 900 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe uses 5 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Lexus ES with 5.1 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

ES

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers substantially more power – delivering 392 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is noticeably faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

4 Series Gran 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus ES is barely lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 15 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe offers marginally more boot space – 470 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe carries barely more – 480 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 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 £45,700
4 Series Gran Coupe

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 184 - 392 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 7.8 L/100km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Lexus ES

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Lexus ES

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 68,800 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
4,783 mm
Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
1,442 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,290 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
480 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
233 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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