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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (51,400 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Lexus LS?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Lexus LS: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Lexus LS

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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 5 Series Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 60,849 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.5 L/100km.

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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 5 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 368 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

5 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.

Seats: BMW 5 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 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 £51,400
5 Series Saloon

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 197 - 727 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 67 - 105 km
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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Lexus LS

The Lexus LS is a quietly opulent flagship that wraps cutting-edge tech in a calm, Zen-like cabin, turning gridlock into a spa appointment. Buyers after polished refinement and faultless build quality will love its hushed ride and diplomatic road manners, even if it never cries out for attention.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
5,235 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
Is the BMW 5 Series Saloon offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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