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Lexus LC Coupe vs BMW 5 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 727 HP), boot space and price (105,400 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LC Coupe or BMW 5 Series Saloon?

Lexus LC Coupe vs BMW 5 Series Saloon: Key differences

Lexus LC Coupe

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

LC Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 5 Series Saloon is substantially cheaper – starting at 51,400 £ , while the Lexus LC Coupe costs 105,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,957 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 5 Series Saloon uses 2.1 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Lexus LC Coupe with 8.1 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

5 Series Saloon

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 noticeably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 263 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus LC Coupe takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 530 Nm. That’s about 470 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

In terms of curb weight, BMW 5 Series Saloon is marginally lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,930 kg. The difference is around 130 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers substantially more boot space – 520 L compared to 197 L. That’s a difference of about 323 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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 £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
Lexus LC Coupe
BMW 5 Series Saloon

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Lexus LC Coupe

The Lexus LC is a striking grand tourer that fuses Japanese craftsmanship with theatrical styling; slipping into its cockpit feels like being handed a bespoke suit—polished, dramatic and effortlessly comfortable. It prefers to seduce rather than shout, delivering a serene yet engaging drive for buyers who want presence and refinement without supercar fuss.

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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 LC Coupe
BMW 5 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
105,400 - 114,900 £
Price
51,400 - 124,500 £
Consumption L/100km
8.1 - 11.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
184 - 262 g/km
co2
48 - 152 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,930 - 1,980 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 197 L
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Length
4,770 mm
Length
-
Width
1,920 mm
Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Height
1,345 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 465 kg
Payload
425 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 - 464 HP
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Max Speed
250 - 270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
530 Nm
Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
264 - 341 kW
Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 - 4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
Brand
Lexus
Brand
BMW
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