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Lexus LS vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (359 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (112,300 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus LS or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Lexus LS vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Lexus LS

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 3 Series Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Lexus LS costs 112,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 72,335 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 3 Series Saloon uses 2.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Lexus LS with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.2 L/100km.

3 Series Saloon

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 3 Series Saloon offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 359 HP. That’s roughly 171 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Lexus LS takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW 3 Series Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,345 kg. The difference is around 770 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers a bit more boot space – 480 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries very slightly more – 495 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 3 Series Saloon is decisively ahead 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 £39,900
3 Series Saloon

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 96 - 101 km
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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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The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
112,300 - 131,100 £
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
216 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,345 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Length
5,235 mm
Length
-
Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Height
1,460 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
405 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
359 HP
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
264 kW
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Engine capacity
3,456 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
Brand
Lexus
Brand
BMW
What drivetrain options does the Lexus LS have?

The Lexus LS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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