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BMW XM vs Lexus LS comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 359 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 112,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Lexus LS?

BMW XM vs Lexus LS: Key differences

BMW XM

  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit more trunk space
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Lexus LS

  • only slightly cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XM

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.

Lexus LS is only slightly cheaper – starting at 112,300 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,865 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW XM uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

LS

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 XM offers significantly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 389 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

XM

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 XM offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus LS is moderately lighter – 2,345 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers a bit more boot space – 527 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW XM carries somewhat more – 525 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW XM 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 £116,100
XM

BMW XM

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 476 - 748 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 78 - 80 km
BMW XM
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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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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BMW XM
Lexus LS

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
216 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
82 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
7
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
430 L
Length
-
Length
5,235 mm
Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
-
Height
1,460 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
359 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
264 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Lexus
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