Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 27 HP more power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 62 NM more than BMW 3 series. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.2
7.9
The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 345 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
71 litres
63 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
690 km in combined cycle
790 km in combined cycle
810 km on highway
1010 km on highway
BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.52 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.42 m
Lexus GS is 30 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, width is practically the same , while the height of Lexus GS is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
430 litres
460 litres
BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Lexus GS has 30 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Lexus GS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Lexus GS can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
