BMW X5 2013 vs Lexus RX 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW X5) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Lexus RX) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 381 HP | 238 HP | |
| Torque: | 740 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
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BMW X5 is more dynamic to drive. BMW X5 engine produces 143 HP more power than Lexus RX, whereas torque is 390 NM more than Lexus RX. Thanks to more power BMW X5 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 | 7.8 | |
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The BMW X5 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW X5 consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Lexus RX, which means that by driving the BMW X5 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1260 km in combined cycle | 920 km in combined cycle | |
| 1370 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| BMW X5 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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BMW X5 has 4x4: xDrive, based on an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the front-wheel drive (60% of the traction goes to the rear axle) | |||
| Ground clearance: | 209 mm (8.2 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 18 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 7 sērija, BMW X6 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus GS, Lexus NX | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW X5 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW X5 2013 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.94 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.76 m | 1.71 m | |
| BMW X5 and Lexus RX are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 650 litres | 553 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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BMW X5 has more luggage capacity. BMW X5 has 97 litres more trunk space than the Lexus RX. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.7 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`900 | 2`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 22 000 | 26 600 | |
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